Fall Guide: Activities and Events
As autumn settles in and the air becomes crisp, Shreveport offers a mix of seasonal fun. The city anticipates everything from local harvest festivals to spooky Halloween excitement. Whether you're wandering through haunted corn mazes, picking a perfect pumpkin from a pumpkin patch, or just enjoying the nice fall vibes, Shreveport has a little bit of everything for everybody this time of year.
Fall Festivals And Events
An event of the season you won’t want to skip is the Red River Revel arts festival. Starting on September 25th - October 5th get ready to enjoy a variety of live performances, amazing food, different vendors, and so much more. There is always some type of fun waiting to be had here.
In one of Shreveport-Bossiers most talked about events, get ready to indulge in some exciting new art at The Louisiana Prize Fest starting on October 15th - October 19th. Whether you're a movie buff, a music lover, a foodie, or a comedy enthusiast, Prize Fest showcases it all. You won’t want to miss this week of excitement!
The biggest Festival of the season returns, as The Louisiana State Fair opens back up during October 30th - November 16th. This highly anticipated event is filled with thrilling rides, live music, amazing fair food, and the LRCA Finales Rodeo. If you want to see a schedule on all things State Fair check out their website here.
The Last Ride at DixieFarm Maze
It’s the last hurrah for one of the Shreveport-Bossier area’s favorite fall traditions, Dixie Maze Farms is closing its gates after this September 27th - November 1st season, and you won’t want to miss your chance to experience the magic one more time! For years, families, thrill-seekers, and fall fanatics have made their way through the twists and turns of the farm's iconic corn maze, and this final chapter promises to be bigger and better than ever. From the classic relaxing daytime maze to the spine-tingling haunted maze after dark, it’s your last shot to get lost in all the right ways.
But there's more than just a maze, Dixie Maze is packed with everything we love about fall. From hayrides through the countryside, pumpkin picking straight off the vine, adorable farm animals, and all the seasonal snacks your stomach could desire. This is your chance to soak up the cozy vibes, snap those final insta-worthy pics, and send Dixie Maze Farms in the best goodbyes. So grab your crew, throw on your flannel, and make one last round of memories at this beloved fall destination before it’s gone for good.
Savory The Flavors Of Fall
One of the best aspects of Fall time are the delicious seasonal food and drinks that only come this time of year. Shreveport-Bossier restaurants, cafes, and coffee shops will be offering some amazing autumn food items to their menu you will have to check out. If you are wanting to get your pumpkin spice coffee on, or other seasonal coffee flavors, then Rhino Coffee is the perfect place to stop by. If energy teas are more your thing, then you have to stop by Upper Level Nutrition. They have a variety of spooky themed teas and shakes to try from Screamsicle, Count Chocula, Carmel Apple Sucker, and so much more.
Now for something to sink your sweet tooth into - Sugar Sheaux has some of the sweetest fall treats you must check out. From their tasty pumpkin spice mini cookies to their brown sugar cinnamon cookies there is something for everybody to crave about.
Spooktacular Events
October in Shreveport-Bossier transforms into a spine-tingling celebration of all things spooky, where haunted houses, ghost walks, and ghoulish gatherings promise thrills for every kind of thrill-seeker.
Take a walk through the terrifying NecroManor Haunted House at the Louisiana Boardwalk starting September 19th – November 2nd, where clowns, monsters, creeps, and live scare actors await in a maze of nightmares.
On October 11th, join the living dead in SBC Zombie Walk: Bone Bash in the East Bank District. Join in on costume contests, live music, a vendor market, food trucks, and all sorts of fun for any age.
The Shreve Town Ghost Walk is a lantern-lit walking tour through downtown Shreveport's oldest and most haunted places, where guides share the most chilling tales of true crimes, restless spirits, and local legends. This is a spine-tingling adventure you won’t want to miss out on.
Even More Fall Fun
While this fall season is already packed with exciting things to do it is just the tip of the iceberg. Whether you are in the mood for something fun, laid-back, or spooky, Shreveport-Bossier has got you covered. To check out other events or festivals going on this season make sure to check the SB Fun Guide to keep up with all the happenings.
