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Events
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Shreveport Farmers' Market
Recurring weekly on Saturday until Aug 29, 2020- Festival Plaza
- 101 Crockett St
- Shreveport
2020-05-30 08:00:00
2020-08-29 13:00:00
Shreveport Farmers' Market
<p>Red River Revel is proud to announce that The Shreveport Farmers’ Market opens Saturday, May 30th for its 34th summer season. The Shreveport Farmers’ Market serves local farmers and our community by providing bountiful and fun-filled weekly markets! The market will be open every Saturday through August 29, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. <br /><br />The East Pavilion features vegetables, fruits, herbs, plants, honey, and meats grown/raised within a 100-mile radius of Shreveport. Ranchers sell ethically-raised beef, pork, chicken, and lamb. Great breads, jams, jellies, pickles, various canned goods, locally-made soaps, dog treats, seasonings, and sauces are also available. And chocolates, cookies, cakes, candies, and pralines will make any sweet tooth happy! <br /><br />We have a new layout that will feature a Food Row where you’ll find hot, ready-to-eat foods ranging from chicken and waffles to shrimp and grits. Every Saturday, enjoy live entertainment from a variety of local performers. <br /><br />Free parking is available at meters and certain downtown lots. There are public restrooms under the Spring Street Bridge and plenty of seating and shade. There is an ATM onsite, and some vendors accept credit/debit cards. The market also accepts SNAP transactions to spend with participating vendors, and some farmers accept Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Food Coupons available through parish Councils on Aging and WIC. <br /><br />This summer, kickoff every weekend with this incredibly social, family-friendly, fun community event.<br />#shoplocal #eatlocal #belocal<br /><br />For more information about Shreveport Farmers’ Market, contact Manager Emerie Eck Gentry at <a title="farmersmarket@redriverrevel.com" href="mailto:farmersmarket@redriverrevel.com" target="_blank">farmersmarket@redriverrevel.com</a>, 318-455-5788, or <a title="www.shreveportfarmersmarket.com" href="http://www.shreveportfarmersmarket.com" target="_blank">www.shreveportfarmersmarket.com</a>. The market is a project of Red River Revel, Inc. and is sponsored by Eldorado Resort Casino Shreveport and the Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau, and supported by The City of Shreveport and SPAR.</p>
101 Crockett St Shreveport, LA
America/North_Dakota/Center
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Red River Revel Arts Festival
Oct 3 - Oct 11, 2020- Festival Plaza
- 101 Crockett St
- Shreveport
2020-10-03 11:00:00
2020-10-11 11:00:00
Red River Revel Arts Festival
<p>The 44th Red River Revel will be nine days of art, food and music - Family FUN for everyone! The Revel is about celebrating our community and the arts together! We’ll be packed full of performances, visual and culinary arts along with art experiences and activities for all ages! Headliner concerts not to be missed! <br /><br />Many new additions to the Revel this year! New artists! New foods! New Hours! Don't forget your Revel favorites and faithfuls will be here too!<br /><br />FREE Parking in rail yard on Lake Street and lower level lot.<br /><br />Come Revel with us for two full weekends plus five evenings of awesomeness!</p>
101 Crockett St Shreveport, LA
America/North_Dakota/Center
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Brew A Premier Beer Tasting
Oct 17, 2020- Festival Plaza
- 101 Crockett St
- Shreveport
2020-10-17 14:00:00
2020-10-17 18:00:00
Brew A Premier Beer Tasting
<p>There's nothing like the crisp taste of a well-made beer. Whether you prefer the fruity notes of an IPA or the warm depth of a stout, you can try them all at Shreveport Brew held at Festival Plaza in downtown Shreveport on Saturday, Oct. 17 at 2 p.m. Enjoy premium brews, delicious food from Shreveport's finest restaurants and thrilling entertainment!<br /><br />Money raised from this event helps support the Red River Revel Arts Festival and Downtown Shreveport Unlimited.</p>
101 Crockett St Shreveport, LA
America/North_Dakota/Center
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The Annual Battle of the Gumbo Gladiators - NEW DATE - OCT. 31, 2020
Oct 31, 2020- Festival Plaza
- 101 Crockett St
- Shreveport
2020-10-31 12:00:00
2020-10-31 16:00:00
The Annual Battle of the Gumbo Gladiators - NEW DATE - OCT. 31, 2020
<p><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>THIS EVENT, ORIGINALLY SCHEDULED FOR MAR. 21, 2020, HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR OCT. 31, 2020.</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 11pt;">The Annual Battle of the Gumbo Gladiators will be held at Festival Plaza in Shreveport on Saturday, October 31. Admission is free.</span></p>
<p>Teams of Gumbo Gladiators from near and far will battle for the title of Ultimate Gumbo Gladiator. Gumbo categories include seafood, lagniappe and chicken and sausage. This event is a Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event.</p>
101 Crockett St Shreveport, LA
America/North_Dakota/Center
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The Battle of the Gumbo Gladiators Festival
Oct 31, 2020- Festival Plaza
- 101 Crockett St
- Shreveport
2020-10-31 12:00:00
2020-10-31 16:00:00
The Battle of the Gumbo Gladiators Festival
<p>Battle of the Gumbo Gladiators is an annual fundraiser for Volunteers for Youth Justice. This delicious, family-friendly event is conveniently located at Festival Plaza in downtown Shreveport. Gumbo Gladiators from near and far cook over 50 pots of gumbo and battle for the title of Ultimate Gumbo Gladiator in these categories: chicken/sausage, seafood and lagniappe. All proceeds from this event support services for children, youth and families in crisis.</p>
<p>Event Details:</p>
<p>October 31, 2020 | 12-4 pm (winners announced at 4 pm) | Shreveport Festival Plaza, 101 Crockett St.<br />Entry is free but gumbo sample tickets, beverages (water, sodas and alcoholic) can be purchased at the event, cash and cards accepted.<br />ATM onsite<br />All attendees receive 1 People’s Choice token to vote for your favorite gumbo. Additional tokens may be purchased.<br />Children’s activity area<br />Non-gumbo foods available for purchase<br />Fun and festive merchandise for sale to remember the delicious time you had (the gumbo bowl/spoon set are a big hit)!</p>
101 Crockett St Shreveport, LA
America/North_Dakota/Center
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Shreveport-Bossier COVID-19 update: Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards has instituted a gradual reopening of many businesses with occupancy restrictions, enhanced sanitation, social distancing, personal protection equipment and other appropriate protection measures necessary to protect the health and safety of the people in Louisiana. Although many businesses have been approved for limited reopening, some nonessential businesses will remain closed to the public. Before you visit a business, please call to confirm that they are open, and to find out what restrictions are being enforced.
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