Lake Charles, LA [KNGT-FM] - It's officially hump day, and we are halfway through the week, which means we all start thinking about what we are going to do this weekend. Do you want to see live music, go watch a sporting event, or just find something to do with the family?

We have compiled a list of things going on in the area for you to browse through and see if anything piques your interest. Check out these great events going on in Lake Charles & Southwest Louisiana and go have some fun.

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The legendary band 38 Special will be live at the Golden Nugget's Grand Event Center this Friday, February 27th, for a big show. Get ready to hear five decades of great music from this legendary band. Tickets may still be available. Check the Golden Nugget's website here. 

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The McNeese Women's Basketball team will have its regular season home finale on Monday, March 2 in Lake Charles at the Townsley Law Arena. The Lady Cowgirls will face off against Stephen F. Austin that night at 6:30 pm. This is your last chance to see the Cowgirls live before the Southland Conference tournament, which begins on March 9th in Lake Charles.

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In Lake Charles, the Downtown Charlestown Farmers Market is taking place this Saturday from 8:00 am to Noon. It takes place behind the historic city hall in downtown Lake Charles. There is also another Farmer's Market taking place in Moss Bluff on Highway 378. That one is also taking place on Saturday from 8:00 am to Noon.

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