The holiday season is a time for gathering with friends and family, enjoying favorite traditions and discovering something new. And in Shreveport-Bossier, there are plenty of ways to make the season a little brighter!
This year, Visit Shreveport-Bossier is introducing Making Spirits Bright, a holiday campaign celebrating the local businesses, restaurants, attractions and experiences that make the season special across our community.
From festive cocktails and seasonal coffee drinks to sweet treats, unique shopping finds and holiday experiences, Making Spirits Bright is all about giving residents and visitors even more reasons to get out and explore Shreveport-Bossier throughout November and December.
Throughout the holiday season, we'll be highlighting participating businesses and their special offerings across our social media channels. Be sure to follow your local favorites to see when their seasonal specials, limited-time treats and holiday experiences launch.
Here's a look at what's in store!
Cheers to the Holidays: Seasonal Drinks
Sometimes, the best way to celebrate the season is with a festive drink in hand. Whether you're meeting friends for a holiday cocktail or enjoying a seasonal specialty while exploring the area, Shreveport-Bossier has plenty of places to raise a glass.
Participating locations include:
From specialty cocktails to seasonal sips, keep these local favorites in mind when planning your next holiday outing.
A Little Something Sweet: Holiday Desserts
The holidays wouldn't be complete without something sweet! Whether you're picking up treats for a holiday gathering, searching for the perfect dessert to share or simply indulging in a little seasonal sweetness, our local bakeries and dessert shops have you covered.
Be sure to check out these participating businesses:
These local favorites are bringing even more sweetness to the holiday season, making it easy to find a treat worth sharing (or keeping all to yourself!).
Sip, Savor & Slow Down: Coffee and Non-Alcoholic Drinks
Not every holiday celebration calls for a cocktail! Sometimes, all you need is a cozy cup of coffee, a seasonal specialty drink or a refreshing non-alcoholic option to brighten your day.
Whether you're starting your morning, taking a break from holiday shopping or meeting up with friends, add these local coffee stops to your list:
Make a stop, try something new and enjoy a little extra holiday cheer along the way.
Find Something Special: Holiday Gifts & Shopping
There's something special about finding the perfect gift, especially when you can support local businesses along the way. From unique finds and thoughtful presents to unexpected treasures, Shreveport-Bossier offers plenty of opportunities to make your holiday shopping a little more interesting.
Explore these participating local shopping destinations:
Whether you're shopping for family, friends or yourself, these stops are worth adding to your holiday shopping itinerary.
Make a Memory: Holiday Experiences
Of course, the holidays are about more than what's under the tree. They're also about the experiences, traditions and memories we make along the way.
Shreveport-Bossier is home to several exciting attractions and seasonal events that offer opportunities for families, friends and visitors to enjoy the holiday season together.
Add these experiences to your holiday plans:
Louisiana Boardwalk BIG! @ The Boardwalk, taking place on December 5, 12, and 19
Shreveport Regional Arts Council: Happy Holidays! Wrap It Up! – November 21–December 27
Christmas in Roseland – November 27–December 20 (Encore Nights December 21, 22, 23)
Christmas on Caddo Fireworks Festival – December 5 (celebrating 32 years!)
BELIEVE! Lights the Night at Shreveport Aquarium – December 5, 11, 12 & 18–22
Bossier Night Market Holiday Market – December 12
Rockets Over The Red – December 19
Rally on the Red / Mardi Gras Preview Parade – December 21
Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl 50th Anniversary Celebrations – December 22
Sno-Port at Sci-Port Discovery Center – Dates to be announced
From family-friendly attractions to beloved holiday traditions and major community events, there are plenty of ways to make the most of the season.
Keep the Holiday Spirit Going in Shreveport-Bossier!
This is just the beginning! The businesses and offerings featured in Making Spirits Bright are just some of the ways to celebrate the holiday season in Shreveport-Bossier. If your business has a festive holiday special, seasonal menu, unique shopping experience or holiday celebration you'd like us to know about, we'd love to hear from you! Email communications@visitshreveportbossier.org to share what you have planned.
