Question 1

Listed below are our preferred locations.

Accepted Answer

For a complete list of the area's Bed & Breakfasts, visit www.Natchitoches.com (http://www.Natchitoches.com)or call 800-259-1714.(tel:800-259-1714)

Question 2

Elizabeth Lane Guest House

Accepted Answer

228 Henry Ave.
Natchitoches, LA
409-489-9010
(7) Facebook(https://www.facebook.com/HomeinNatchitoches/)

Question 3

Jefferson House Bed and Breakfast

Accepted Answer

229 rue Jefferson 
Natchitoches, LA
318-352-5834866-254-7279(tel:318-352-5834)

Question 4

Queen Anne Bed & Breakfast

Accepted Answer

125 Pine Street
Natchitoches, LA
800-441-8343
Amazing Breakfast | Natchitoches | Queen Anne B&B (queenannebandb.com)(https://www.queenannebandb.com/)

Question 5

Samuel Guy House Bed & Breakfast

Accepted Answer

309 Pine Street
Natchitoches, LA
31(tel:318-238-2585)8-354-1080
80(tel:888-346-4095)0-984-1080
Home Page - Samuel Guy House(https://www.samuelguyhouse.com/)

Question 6

Steamboat House Bed and Breakfast

Accepted Answer

200 Jefferson Street
Natchitoches, LA 
303-895-6011
Welcome Aboard the Steamboat House - Houses for Rent in Natchitoches, Louisiana, United States - Airbnb(https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/42536460?source_impression_id=p3_1688050622_%2BQMp3yAZwdFzXvZR)

Question 7

Listed below are our preferred locations.

Accepted Answer

For a complete list of the area's dining options, visit www.Natchitoches.com (http://www.Natchitoches.com)or call 800-259-1714.(tel:800-259-1714)

Question 8

Mayeaux's Nakatosh Deli & Pub

Accepted Answer

584 Front Street Suite 103
Natchitoches, LA
318-228-8006
(7) Facebook(https://www.facebook.com/Nakatoshdeli/)

Question 9

Grayson's Barbeque

Accepted Answer

5849 Highway 71 
Clarence, LA
318-357-0166(tel:318-357-0166)

Question 10

Hana Japanese Sushi Bar and Grill

Accepted Answer

750 Front Street
Natchitoches, LA 
318-356-0989(tel:318-356-0989)

Question 11

Lasyone's Meat Pie Kitchen and Restaurant

Accepted Answer

622 Second Street
Natchitoches, LA
318-352-3353(tel:318-352-3353)
lasyones.com(http://lasyones.com)

Question 12

Mama's Oyster House

Accepted Answer

608 Front Street
Natchitoches, LA
318-356-7874(tel:318-356-7874)
mamasandpapasnatchitoches.com(http://mamasandpapasnatchitoches.com)

Question 13

Mariner's Restaurant

Accepted Answer

5948 LA-1
Natchitoches, LA
Located on Sibley Lake
318-357-1220(tel:318-357-1220)
marinersrestaurant.com(http://marinersrestaurant.com)

Question 14

Mayeaux's Steak and Seafood

Accepted Answer

512 Front Street
Natchitoches, LA
318-521-8080(tel:318-521-8080)

Question 15

Merci Beaucoup Restaurant

Accepted Answer

127 Church Street 
Natchitoches, LA
318-352-6634(tel:318-352-6634)
mercibeaucouprestaurant.com(http://mercibeaucouprestaurant.com)

Question 16

Papa's Bar & Grill

Accepted Answer

604 Front Street 
Natchitoches, LA
318-356-5850(tel:318-356-5850)
mamasandpapasnatchitoches.com(http://mamasandpapasnatchitoches.com)

Question 17

Pioneer Restaurant & Pub

Accepted Answer

812 Washington Street
Natchitoches, LA
318-352-4884(tel:318-352-4884)

Question 18

Sweet Fruit Delights

Accepted Answer

628 Front Street
Natchitoches, LA
318-352-5910(tel:318-352-5910)

Question 19

Storybrew Coffee Cafe

Accepted Answer

780 Front Street Ste. 704
Natchitoches, LA. 71457
(318) 214-2387

Question 20

Trail Boss Steakhouse

Accepted Answer

301 Hwy 1 South
Natchitoches, LA
318-352-2080(tel:318-352-2080)

Question 21

Listed below are our preferred locations.

Accepted Answer

For a complete list of the area's attrractions, visit www.Natchitoches.com (http://www.Natchitoches.com)or call 800-259-1714.(tel:800-259-1714)

Question 22

Cane River Queen River Boat

Accepted Answer

504 Front Street
Natchitoches, LA
318-663-7787(tel:318-663-7787)

Question 23

Fort St. Jean Baptiste

Accepted Answer

155 rue Jefferson
Natchitoches, LA
318-357-3101(tel:318-357-3101)

Question 24

Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and Northwest Louisiana History Museum

Accepted Answer

800 Front Street
Natchitoches, LA
318-357-2492(tel:318-357-2492)

Question 25

Natchitoches Carriage Company

Accepted Answer

102 rue Beauport
Natchitoches, LA
601.807.9086

Question 26

When is the Natchitoches Christmas Festival?

Accepted Answer

The Natchitoches Christmas Season is November 20, 2025 through January 6, 2026.
 
Christmas Festival Day is Saturday, December 6, 2025.

Question 27

How much are armbands for the Christmas Festival?

Accepted Answer

$15. Children 6 and under are free. Admission is only charged on select Saturdays throughout the Season: November 22nd & 29th and December 6th, 13th & 20th. There is no admission to enter the Riverbank area Sunday through Friday.

ALL TICKET SALES WILL BE CASHLESS THIS YEAR. NO CASH ACCEPTED.

Question 28

Where can I purchase armbands in advance?

Accepted Answer

CLICK HERE (javascript:void(0))to purchase armbands online.

Question 29

Listed below are our preferred locations.

Accepted Answer

For a complete list of the area's attrractions, visit www.Natchitoches.com (http://www.Natchitoches.com)or call 800-259-1714.(tel:800-259-1714)

Question 30

BOM - Washington Street

Accepted Answer

814 Washington Street
Natchitoches, LA 
318-352-3060(tel:318-352-3060)
bofm.com(http://bofm.com)
For other locations, please check their website.

Question 31

City Bank - Saint Denis Street

Accepted Answer

146 Saint Denis Street
Natchitoches, LA 
318-352-4416(tel:318-352-4416)
mycitybank.com(http://mycitybank.com)
For other locations, please check their website.

Question 32

City Barbershop

Accepted Answer

504 Front Street 
Natchitoches, LA
318-352-9500(tel:318-352-9500)
natchitochesbarbershop.com(http://natchitochesbarbershop.com)

Question 33

Exchange Bank - Front Street

Accepted Answer

700 Front Street
Natchitoches, LA
318-352-8141(tel:318-352-8141)
exchange-bank.com(http://exchange-bank.com)
For other locations, please check their website.

Question 34

Magnolia Spa & Wellness

Accepted Answer

131 Touline Street
Natchitoches, LA
318-238-2843(tel:318-238-2843)
magnoliaspaandwellness.com(http://www.magnoliaspaandwellness.com)

Question 35

Sabine State Bank - Front Street

Accepted Answer

780 Front Street
Natchitoches, LA
318-352-9401sabinebank.com(tel:318-352-9401)
For other locations, please check their website.

Question 36

What time can I put down a tarp on the Riverbank on Festival Day?

Accepted Answer

NO RESERVED TARPS WILL BE SOLD!
 
On the North & South side of the bridge, there is NO CHARGE to place a tarp in this area. However, tarps CAN NOT be placed until 5:30am on Saturday, December 6, 2025.
 
Spots are on a first-come, first-serve basis. You must provide your own tarp or blanket.
 
Two gates will open at 5:30am —the Church Street and the Church Street Bridge gate (Williams Avenue side) to walking traffic only.

Question 37

Is there reserved seating?

Accepted Answer

No. Refer to answer above for information on tarp placement  on Festival Day.

Question 38

Will seating be available in the Amphitheatre?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Seating will be available in the Amphitheater, but no chairs will be allowed on the steps. Standing on the steps will also be prohibited.

Question 39

Listed below are our preferred locations.

Accepted Answer

For a complete list of the area's shops, visit www.Natchitoches.com (http://www.Natchitoches.com)or call 800-259-1714.(tel:800-259-1714)

Question 40

Brenda's Clothing & Accessories

Accepted Answer

584 Front Street Suite 104
Natchitoches, LA
318-356-0422(tel:318-356-0422)

Question 41

Brick & Row Merci Beaucoup

Accepted Answer

107 Church Street
Natchitoches, LA
318-352-6624(tel:318-352-6624)

Question 42

Cane River Gallery

Accepted Answer

558 Front Street 
Natchitoches, LA
318-352-0034(tel:318-352-0034)

Question 43

Easton & Co.

Accepted Answer

502 Front Street
Natchitoches, LA. 71457
(318) 238-3176

Question 44

Cane River Kitchenware

Accepted Answer

732 Front Street
Natchitoches, LA
318-238-3600(tel:318-238-3600)

Question 45

Georgia's Gift Shop

Accepted Answer

626 Front Street
Natchitoches, LA
318-352-5833(tel:318-352-5833)

Question 46

Gift's Galore & More

Accepted Answer

113 rue St. Denis
Natchitoches, LA
318-352-3831(tel:318-352-3831)

Question 47

Hall Tree

Accepted Answer

600 Front Street
Natchitoches, LA
318-352-4177(tel:318-352-4177)

Question 48

Hello Dolly

Accepted Answer

520 Front Street
Natchitoches, LA. 71457
(318) 352-5828

Question 49

Kaffie-Frederick General Mercantile

Accepted Answer

758 Front Street
Natchitoches, LA
318-352-2525(tel:318-352-2525)
oldhardwarestore.com(http://oldhardwarestore.com)

Question 50

Louisiana Purchase

Accepted Answer

550 Front Street
Natchitoches, LA
318-352-0117(tel:318-352-0117)
www.frontstreetfudge.com(http://www.frontstreetfudge.com)

Question 51

Natchitoches Art Guild and Gallery

Question 52

Olivier Woodworks

Question 53

Pied a Terre

Question 54

Plantation Treasures

Question 55

Pretty in Pink Boutique

Question 56

Simply Chic Boutique

Question 57

What time are the Fireworks? Are the lights on?

Question 58

When are the Lights turned on for the first time during the Season?

Question 59

What time does the Parade start?

Question 60

Is it too late to enter the Parade?

Question 61

Can I ride or walk with my child’s group?

Question 62

Can you tell me where our float will be?

Question 63

Can you help us find a driver for the Parade?

Question 64

Can you help us secure a vehicle for the Parade?

Attractions, Services, & Shopping

FESTIVAL ADDRESS

781 Front Street

Natchitoches, LA 71457

CONTACT

(318) 352-2746
Festival@NatchitochesChristmas.com

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Attractions, Services, & Shopping

FESTIVAL ADDRESS

781 Front Street

Natchitoches, LA 71457

CONTACT

(318) 352-2746 Festival@NatchitochesChristmas.com

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(318) 352-2746
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