Natchitoches, Louisiana is known across the country as the “City of Lights.” Each year, more than a million people make their way to the area to take part in the world-famous Christmas Festival. Hundreds of thousands of christmas lights, over 100 set pieces, and a awe-inspiring fireworks show only a few of the big crowd pleasers.

On Saturday, December 2, hundreds of thousands of people will fill the downtown historic district for Christmas Festival Day. Members Pi Kappa Phi, both actives and alumni, will be among the festival go-ers. We invite you to join us in all the fun.

Admission to Front Street & Downtown Riverbank $6.00 for person 12+; $4.00 children 6-12; under age 6 free. December 2nd’s events include: 7:45 am Santa Shuffle, 5K run, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Entertainment, 1:00 pm Christmas Parade, 4:00 – 5:30 pm Entertainment, 6:00 pm Fireworks & Laser Show, 6:30 –9:30 pm Entertainment.

Also, pass by the Pi Kapp house on University Parkway and see the lights. Much thanks goes to the brothers and their girlfriends who helped with the project!

For more information about the 2006 Festival of Lights or to find accommodations, click here.