Freshman's Guide to Monroe-West Monroe
Whether you’re a longtime local or a fresh face in town, Monroe-West Monroe is packed with activities for you to fill your time outside of the classroom. Between seasonal highlights and evergreen staples, you’ll have plenty of things to fill up your calendar with! Hit the books and then go out on the town to explore outside the lines. Can you check off everything before finals week?
ULM Football Game
Cheer on the ULM Football team at home in FMOL Health | St. Francis Stadium all season long! Tailgate in The Grove before the game, wear your maroon and gold, and watch the Warhawks score.
get active and kayak
Explore the waterways of Sportsman’s Paradise in a kayak on a perfect day. Head to the Wesley Foundation right on ULM’s campus for a free kayak experience on Bayou DeSiard, or check out the Ouachita Paddling Trails!
Downtown Gallery Crawl
The first Thursday of every other month, watch as Downtown Monroe and West Monroe transform into an art wonderland for the Downtown Gallery Crawl. Local artisans and makers set up booths to bring their products to you! Grab a bite from a food truck and take a stroll through stores and galleries all night long.
Explore Museums
From learning about the history of the Warhawks to the first bottler of Coca-Cola to beautiful displays of art, check off these amazing museums right in your own backyard.
Monroe Moccasins Hockey Game
Hockey is back on the bayou for another year with the beloved Monroe Moccasins. Enter the Snake Pit and watch the Moccasins glide across the ice to victory!
Celebrate Mardi Gras
Northeast Louisiana is home to two Mardi Gras Krewes! Enjoy back-to-back bead catching and stunning floats with the Krewe of Janus and Krewe de Riviere.
Ark-La-Miss Fair
Carnival games, delicious food, and rides fill the fair grounds in the cool Autumn air. The Ark-La-Miss Fair is back at the Ike Hamilton this year! This yearly tradition is the best way to spend a fall evening!
Candy Cane Lane
Ride through Candy Cane Lane and see more than a million lights bringing Christmas spirit galore. Drive through them in your car, or hop out and catch a hayride to see them!