Travel tips and vacation ideas, from local experts in Monroe - West Monroe.
Thanksgiving Weekend in Monroe-West Monroe: Shop, Dine & Celebrate Local
Thanksgiving weekend in Monroe-West Monroe is the perfect mix of family, food, and fun! After the turkey leftovers are tucked away, there’s still plenty to explore across Ouachita Parish. Whether you’re ready…
The Kiwanis Christmas Parade: A Community Tradition That Shines Bright
For more than five decades, the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ouachita has carried on a beloved holiday tradition — the annual Christmas parade that brings Monroe and West Monroe together in celebration…
Which Holiday Character Are You in MWM?
From twinkle-light lovers to parade superstars, everyone celebrates the holidays differently. Take this fun quiz to discover which festive character matches your spirit and get a personalized way to enjoy the season…
Holiday Sweet Treats & Cozy Eats
'Tis the season for cozy eats and sweet treats in Monroe-West Monroe! It’s time to deck the halls, and dive into the delectable eats this season is known for. These local favorites…
Cue the Music: Top Karaoke Spots in Monroe-West Monroe
Turn a night out with your friends into a sing-along in Ouachita Parish. There’s also nothing wrong with going by yourself if you’re into a solo performance. You might find your tribe…
7 Ways to Enjoy the Holidays in Monroe-West Monroe
Start with joyful parades and a fireworks show, add one million radiant lights and a visit to Santa’s Christmas Village, and you’ve got the makings of an unforgettable holiday season.
A Magical Christmas in Monroe-West Monroe
The most wonderful time of the year is here and nothing beats spending the holidays in your favorite place in North Louisiana!
Monroe-West Monroe Christmas on the River Guide
Don't miss the holiday fun at this year's Christmas on the River in Monroe-West Monroe with parades, fireworks, dancing lights, live entertainment, and more. Click through our interactive flipbook below to explore…
Toilet Paper, Turnips, and Tinsel: The Unforgettable Bawcomville Redneck Christmas Parade
Imagine a Christmas parade where toilet paper, ramen noodles, and even turnips are thrown from floats, all while locals dressed in jorts and rubber boots cheer along the route - that's the…
Outside the Lines Original: Candy Cane Lane
The holiday season in Ouachita Parish has been shining a little brighter since 2017. That’s when Ben and Amy Hanson felt a bit of nostalgia while reminiscing on their own holiday traditions…
Inside Evil Visions: Monroe’s Scariest Haunted Attraction
When visitors to Monroe-West Monroe are looking for a frightening adventure for the Halloween season, they can go search for Evil Visions Haunted House in Monroe, northeast Louisiana’s premiere haunted attraction!
Christmas on the River Festival Weekend Guide
It’s the most wonderful weekend of the year…it’s festival weekend! From a redneck parade to a ballet gala, festival weekend is jam packed with lots of fun for the whole family. Keep…
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