What’s Happening This Weekend in Lake Charles & SWLA (Dec. 5–7)

Lake Charles, Louisiana (KNGT-FM) - It's time to throw the work week to the curve and look forward to what's going on in Southwest Louisiana and the surrounding areas THIS WEEKEND, December 5-7th, and we've got everything you need to know...

It is officially December, which means the Countdown to Christmas is on! There are all sorts of Holiday festivals and events this December that are around the state of Louisiana that you CAN'T MISS! We've put together a list of some of the can't-miss events for Christmas time in Louisiana, CLICK HERE.

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Looking for something to do here in the Lake Charles area this weekend? Here are some of the things you may want to check out!

Things To Do in Lake Charles & SWLA on December 5-7, 2025

Thursday, Friday, & Saturday - "The Grinch" at Southlake Theater
Friday & Saturday - Christmas Under the Oaks & Holiday House featuring Wayne Toups & John Foster
Friday & Saturday - Cowboy Christmas at Le Bocage featuring Joe Nicholls
Friday & Saturday - Downtown Lake Charles Christmas Glow Party
Saturday - Breakfast with Santa at Prien Lake Mall, Lake Charles
Saturday - Westlake Christmas Parade
Saturday - Westlake Christmas Celebration