50 Things to Do in Monroe-West Monroe
Whether you're a local seeking a new perspective or just passing through and looking for something to fill your time, Monroe-West Monroe is full of exciting things to see and do. Go to a museum, grab a bite to eat, take a scenic walk, or find something a little more unconventional. Take a chance on something you've never done before and embrace new experiences. Create memories that will last. Can you do all 50?
1. Attend a Monroe Moccasins game in the Snake Pit at the Monroe Civic Center.
2. Enjoy a craft beer from Flying Heart or Flying Tiger.
3. Buy a Coke for only 5 cents at the Biedenharn Museum & Gardens.
4. Grab some local produce from the Farmer's Market.
5. Order a Sweep the Swamp pizza at Johnny's.
6. Go on an educational walk at Black Bayou National Wildlife Refuge.
7. Embark on a paddling adventure with the Ouachita Paddling Trails.
8. Run through the ZooOasis Splash Pad at the Louisiana Purchase Gardens & Zoo.
9. Make a hands on craft at The Makery.
10. Grab 2-for-1 burgers on Tuesday at Enoch's Irish Pub.
11. See a real Picasso, Renoir, or Dalí at the Masur Museum of Art.
12. Find your new favorite vintage piece at The Good Daze.
13. Learn about General Claire Chennault at the Flying Tigers at the Chennault Aviation & Military Museum.
14. Test your aim with axe throwing at ChunkiT Axe Games.
15. Build your own duck call at the Duck Commander.
16. Escape before the clock runs out at Southern Escape Games.
17. Grab some homemade ice cream in season flavors at Indian Village Harvest Farms.
18. Take a tour of the beautiful red brick Layton Castle.
19. Explore The White House, Kids Cafe, and more at the Children's Museum.
20. See an awe-inspiring show filled with local talent at Strauss Theatre Center.
21. Step into the spotlight in a real-life game show at The Sheaux.
22. Sample locally brewed honey wine at Two Warriors Meadery.
23. See more than a million lights at Candy Cane Lane during Christmastime.
24. Examine Black history and visual art at the African American Heritage Museum.
25. Enjoy live music, wine tastings, and events at Landry Vineyards.
26. Adopt a rubber duck for the Ouachita River Fest duck drop.
27. Buy a piece of art made by a local artisan at a Downtown Gallery Crawl.
28. Catch toilet paper, ramen noodles, and turnips at the Bawcomville Redneck Christmas Parade.
29. Treat your taste buds to local specials for MWM Restaurant Week.
30. Go on a Heron Hunt and see how many of the 100 you can find.
31. Climb the Castle Wall at Excalibur Family Entertainment Center.
32. Celebrate local on 318 Day.
33. See the lily pads at Restoration Park.
34. Enjoy a rooftop cocktail at The Star Bar.
35. Check out the "No Bones Room" at the ULM Museum of Natural History.
36. Watch world-class aviation performers at the Red, White, and Blue Airshow.
37. Play pickleball or tennis at the brand new Forsythe Park Tennis Complex.
38. Ride the Mountain Bike Trail at Kiroli Park.
39. Cheer on the Warhawks Football team in Malone Stadium.
40. Celebrate Mardi Gras with a King Cake from Caster & Chicory.
41. Sample locally crafted wine at Thirsty Farmer.
42. Grab a delicious gluten-free treat at Butter: A Louisiana Bakery.
43. Check out the outdoor art around Monroe-West Monroe.
44. Have dinner and a view at a waterside restaurant.
45. Buy a historic treasure in Antique Alley.
46. Kayak on Bayou Desiard with the Wesley Foundation.
47. Catch the 29x National Championship winning Water Ski team practicing on the Bayou Desiard.
48. Enjoy authentic Honduran food at Latin Food.
49. See the cypress marsh along the Highland Park Wetland Trails.
50. Cool off with a sweet treat from Eskamoe's.
