Art

Ongoing-June 21: George Rodrigue—The River is the Road, Alexandria Museum of Art (933 Second St, Alexandria). Culminating its traveling schedule in Alexandria, this exhibit is the first of its kind and traces 45 years of the river in George Rodrigue’s paintings, exploring the unique ways Rodrigue used the river as a reference to his Cajun heritage, and ultimately as a metaphor for the journey of life. The exhibition, organized by the Life & Legacy Foundation, includes 45 original artworks, including paintings, pastels, and sculptures from the private collection of Wendy Rodrigue, the George Godfrey Rodrigue, Jr. Family Trust, and selected works borrowed from collectors–including AMoA’s “Steamboat”. Call: 318-443-3458. themuseum.org

June 10: Creative Round Table, Alexandria Museum of Art (933 2nd Street, Alexandria), 5:30pm-7:30pm. Are you an artist or creative in Central Louisiana? Are you looking for a place to come and talk to other creatives? Join us for the Creative Round Table! Being an artist can be isolating, but we can lift each other up! Do you want to learn about grants and artist calls? Talk about process? Maybe you want to learn how other artists market their art or ship their art? Well, come on! Let’s talk about it! No need to register. Cost: Free. Call: 318-443-3458. themuseum.org

June 14: Second Saturday at the Museum, Alexandria Museum of Art (933 Second St, Alexandria). Enjoy the Alexandria Museum of Art without admission charge on the second Saturday of the month. Cost: Free. Call: 318-443-3458. themuseum.org

June 14-30: Kids’ Clay Building: Let’s Create Together, Rapides Parish Libraries. Calling all young artists! The library is hosting an exciting hand-building clay class just for kids! Led by our enthusiastic instructor, children will embark on a creative journey exploring the wonderful world of clay. In this hands-on class, kids will learn basic clay techniques. Designed for children of all skill levels, this class fosters a supportive and encouraging environment where creativity knows no bounds. Through playful experimentation and guided instruction, kids will unleash their artistic talents while having a blast with their peers. Every child can bring their unique vision to life! Seating is limited. Registration is required. See the RPL digital calendar rpl.events.mylibrary.digital/ for dates, locations, times, and to register. Cost: Free.

June 14: Art Together—Assemblage Portraits, Alexandria Museum of Art (933 Second St, Alexandria), 1:00pm-4:00pm. Participants will be inspired by the sculptures of Thomas Barnes and create assemblage portraits using found objects. Cost: AMoA Members Group of 5 Free; $20.00 Non-Member Group of 5. Call: 318-443-3458. themuseum.org

June 23-27: Muse Teen Stop Motion Animation Camp, Alexandria Museum of Art (933 Second St, Alexandria), 1:00pm-5:00pm. Teens will learn various methods of stop motion animation during this camp. Open to teens between the ages or 13 and 19. The youngest participants must have turned 13 within a month of this event to participate. Pre-registration is required. Cost: Free. Call: 318-443-3458. themuseum.org

Music

June 14: Keith Frank & The Soileau Zydeco Band, Paragon Casino Resort Ballrooms (711 Paragon Place, Marksville), 7:00pm. Don’t miss the Louisiana music legend, “The Zydeco Boss” Keith Frank & The Soileau Zydeco Band live in concert at Paragon. Cost: $25.00+. paragoncasinoresort.com

June 19: Summer Speakeasy, England Community Center (1718 Kegleman Blvd, Alexandria), 6:00pm. Join the Rapides Symphony for our Summer Speakeasy—an unforgettable night of 1920s glam, gourmet bites, themed cocktails, and big-time prizes! Only 250 raffle tickets will be sold, and the last one drawn wins $10,000! Enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, live music, exciting live and silent auctions, and our famous Dessert Dash! Support your local symphony, enjoy a dazzling evening, and take your shot at the grand prize! Cost: $100. Call: 318-442-9709. rapidessymphony.org

June 20: Mic Drop with The TMM Project, King Branch Library (1115 Broadway Avenue, Alexandria), 5:30pm-6:30pm. TMM Project has been doing cultural celebrations that include live, interactive performances with music instruments themed “Color Our Culture: Art Around the World”. A great experience to enjoy at the African American Culture & Heritage Centers brings you the TMM Project. We’re taking over the parking lot! Celebrating Juneteenth by amplifying black voices through the art of live music, dance, and spoken word poetry. Featuring the TMM Project’s collective of talented artists, led by the founder, Terrance Michael Morgan, including female spoken word artist True Justice. Face Painting and more equals fun for all. Cost: Free.

June 21: Neal McCoy, Paragon Casino Resort Ballrooms (711 Paragon Place, Marksville), 8:00pm. Get ready for an unforgettable night with multi-Platinum Country Artist, Neal McCoy live at Paragon. Cost: $35.00+. paragoncasinoresort.com

Theatre

June 9, 16, 23, 30 & July 7: Military Monday at the Movies, Grand Theatre Alexandria (2039 North Mall Drive, Alexandria). All military personnel and first responders can enjoy the ultimate movie experience at Santikos Entertainment for just $5.00. Along with $5.00 movie tickets, they’ll also have access to a $5.00 large drink and a $5.00 large popcorn, making their cinema experience even more enjoyable and unforgettable. Valid ID required. Cost: $5.00.

June 9-20: CPP Youth Summer Theatre Workshop, Kress Theatre (1101 Fourth Street, Alexandria), 1:30pm-4:30pm. Give your child the chance to shine on stage! CPP’s Summer Theater Workshop is a fun and engaging program where young performers (ages 6-17) will explore acting, storytelling, and teamwork. Led by Jill Dupont, kids will build confidence, make new friends, and develop performance skills through games and rehearsals. This weekday workshop will end with a special showcase performance of “Cinderella–If the Shoe Fits” where friends and family can see their stars in action! Cost: $125 per child. cpptheatre.com/workshops

June 12-22: Making God Laugh, Hearn Stage at Kress Theatre (1102 Third Street, Alexandria). “Making God Laugh” follows one typical American family over the course of thirty years’ worth of holidays. Starting in 1980, Ruthie and Bill’s grown children—a priest, an aspiring actress, and a former football star—all return home, where we learn of their plans and dreams as they embark on their adult lives. The empty-nester parents contend with their own changes, too, as old family rituals are trotted out and ancient tensions flare up. As time passes, the family discovers that, despite what we may have in mind, we often arrive at unexpected destinations. Showtimes are Thursday through Saturday at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2:30pm. Cost: $15.00 Adults; $12.00 Seniors & Military; $7:00 Students; $5.00 Thursdays. cpptheatre.com

June 16-22: Winnie the Pooh Summer Camp, Lagniappe Theatre Company (7521 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria), 1:00pm-5:00pm. Come join Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Rabbit, and Piglet as they try to save Christopher Robin from being held captive by a bad agent in the 100 Acre Wood. Camp culminates with a weekend of live shows! Open to ages 5 to 14. Cost: $100. Call: 318-487-8243. lagniappetheatre.com

June 20-22: Winnie the Pooh Kids Version, Lagniappe Theatre Company (7521 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria). Welcome to the Hundred Acre Wood, where Winnie the Pooh is once again in search of honey. Along the way, he meets his pals, Tigger, Piglet, Rabbit and Owl, but soon discovers that Christopher Robin has been captured by the mysterious Backson! As they prepare for a rescue operation, the animals learn about teamwork, friendship and, of course…sharing snacks. Performances being nightly Friday and Saturday at 7:00pm; Sunday matinee begins at 2:30pm. Cost: $10.00+. Call: 318-487-8243. lagniappetheatre.com

July 7-11: The Greatest Show Camp, Lagniappe Theatre Company (7521 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria). The morning session from 9:00am to 12:00pm is dedicated to students ages 3 to 6, who will spend the week with imagination games, songs, and crafts themed to the beloved movie, “The Greatest Showman.” The afternoon session from 1:00pm to 5:00pm is open to students ages 7 to 11, who will group songs and group dances from the beloved movie. Sign them up and show them that just a little theatre is “Never Enough.” Ends with a showcase at the Lagniappe Theatre Event Center. Cost: $100. Call: 318-487-8243. lagniappetheatre.com

Events

Ongoing-June: New Hope Al-Anon Group, Horseshoe Drive Methodist Church (1600 Horseshoe Drive, Alexandria), 7:00pm.  The New Hope Al-Anon Group meets each Tuesday and Thursday evening. Al-Anon is a mutual support group for anyone having experienced a problem with someone else’s drinking or addiction. You are free to ask questions or to talk about your situation or just listen. Every meeting is different. Each meeting has the autonomy to be run as its members choose, within guidelines designed to promote Al-Anon unity. Cost: Free.

Ongoing-August 15: Summer Meals for Kids, Rapides Parish Library. The Food Bank of Central Louisiana, Inc. is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all eligible children without charge at the Main Library, Martin, Robertson, and McDonald branches and are only available during posted times. Meals must be eaten at the Library. This institution is an Equal Opportunity Provider. For location specific dates and times, visit the Rapides Parish Library calendar online at www.rpl.org. Cost: Free.

Ongoing-August 29: Paragon Indoor Pool Party, Paragon Casino Resort (711 Paragon Place, Marksville), 2:00pm-5:00pm. Make a splash at Paragon Casino Resort with new weekly pool parties every Saturday this summer! Open to all ages, the party will feature swimming, DJ, and the pool bar open for refreshments. Cost: $25.00 (Ages 13+); $10.00 (Ages 2-12); Registered Hotel Guests Free. Call: 800-946-1946. paragoncasinoresort.com

June 7-25: Screen Printing for Kids and Teens, Rapides Parish Libraries. This fun and creative library program introduces kids and teens to the basics of screen printing with a simple hands-on project. Participants will design a custom tote bag by using freezer paper as a stencil for screen printing. For kids 6 and up. Seating is limited. Registration is required. See the RPL digital calendar at rpl.events.mylibrary.digital/ for locations, times, and to register. Cost: Free.

June 9-13: Hobey Ford Summer Reading Entertainment, Rapides Parish Libraries. Hobey Ford is known for excellence in puppetry performance and craft. His intricate shadow puppetry work and creation of the original rod puppets, the “Foamies”, have earned him a place on stages across the world. Watch Hobey Ford show all about various animals through his masterful puppetry skills! You want to be sure to not miss this amazing experience! Hobey will be visiting all ten branches. Check the RPL website at www.RPL.org for location specific times. Cost: Free.

June 9-25: Doodle Bots, Rapides Parish Libraries. Join us for an exciting hands-on Doodle Bot STEM Workshop, where kids aged 10 and up can unleash their creativity and explore the fundamentals of robotics! In this engaging session, participants will build their own Doodle Bot—a simple, motorized robot that creates unique art through movement. For kids 10 and up. Seating is limited. Registration is required. See the RPL digital calendar at rpl.events.mylibrary.digital/ for location specific times and to register. Cost: Free.

June 10, 17, 24 & July 1, 8: Alexandria Farmer’s Market, First United Methodist Church (2727 Jackson Street, Alexandria), 3:00pm-6:00pm. The Alexandria Farmers Market is a weekly gathering that connects the community of Alexandria with the farmers, ranchers, and agricultural artisans of Central Louisiana. This connection strives to improve the physical, social, and economic well-being of the region by providing access to fresh, healthy, local food for residents, fostering community relationships, and serving as a business incubator for growers and producers. Cost: Free. Call: 318-441-3407.

June 11: Child Safety Seat Check, Rapides Regional Medical Center Main Entrance (211 4th Street, Alexandria), 2:00pm-5:00pm. A trained child passenger safety educator will take a look at your car seats, make sure they are not under recall, make sure the seat is installed properly and show you how to install the car seat. The car seat check process takes between 15-25 minutes, depending on how many car seats are in the vehicle. The seat checks normally are held the second Wednesday of each month. Cost: Free.

June 12-14: 37th Annual Louisiana Corn Festival, 208 Pershing Avenue, Bunkie. Mark your calendars and start making plans to have the whole family in town for a weekend packed with: Carnival rides, Live music, Parades, Delicious food, Vendor shopping, and so much more! Whether you’re a returning festival fan or planning your first visit, 2026 is the year to be here. You won’t want to miss this unforgettable weekend in Bunkie! Cost: Free. BunkieChamber.org/corn-festival/

June 13: Party at the Park, Frank O. Hunter Park (4999-3901 Willow Glen St, Alexandria), 11:00am-2:00pm. Join the City of Alexandria for summer fun featuring water slides, music, activities, and food (while supplies last). Cost: Free. Call: 318-449-5225.

June 13: Juneteenth Beaded Bracelet, Johnson Branch Library (1610 Veterans Drive, LeCompte), 2:00pm-3:00pm. Join us to make your own custom Juneteenth Beaded Bracelet! Seating is limited. Registration is required. See the RPL digital calendar at rpl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=175813 to register. Cost: Free.

June 13-14: 2025 Cenla Pride Weekend, Randolph Riverfront Center. A Pride Mass will be celebrated at St. James Episcopal Church at 5:00pm on Friday evening and this year’s event kicks off downtown at 6:00pm with a dance party and reception suitable for all ages, featuring DJ Dan Chilwell.  This fun evening features food, fellowship, groovy music, and a silent auction of original artwork. Saturday’s activities kick off at noon with the annual Pride Walk beginning near Tamp & Grind on DeSoto Street, parading through Downtown Alexandria to the opening festivities at Randolph Riverfront Center.  Throughout the afternoon, people of all ages will enjoy family-friendly activities, including live music, games, arts and crafts, health and wellness information, food trucks, and vendors. The evening will culminate with live performances featuring talented performers in the art of drag. Cost: Free. Call: 318-442-1010.

June 14: Parent’s Guide to Safer Gaming on Roblox, McDonald Branch Library (1075 Hwy 497, Glenmora), 10:00am-11:30am. Roblox is one of the most popular games right now. The game is free and accessible from many devices. As an online game, many parents are afraid that their child could be fully exposed to hackers, scammers, and people with bad intentions. But they don’t have to be. If your child plays Roblox often, or wants to play Roblox, we are holding an informational program for parents, guardians and caretakers. In this program, you will learn about the ‘Parental Controls’, a feature that can keep your child secured and safe. It will also provide relief and help you feel more at ease at about your child’s overall safety. Seating is limited. Registration is required. See the RPL digital calendar at rpl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=180064 to register. Cost: Free.

June 14: AMoA Knitting & Crochet Circle, Alexandria Museum of Art (933 Second St, Alexandria), 1:00pm-4:00pm. Anyone can come and knit in the galleries. Open to all ages. Just getting started? AMoA has limited materials to get you started. Cost: Free. Call: 318-443-3458. themuseum.org

June 14: 33rd Annual Juneteenth Celebration, Alexandria City Hall (915 Third Street, Alexandria), 7:00pm. As we embrace the theme of Juneteenth 2025, “Let’s Do This Together”, Celebrating Freedom, History, Culture and Resilience, we express, grow, and flourish—stepping into the fullness of ourselves and our community through this year’s celebration. Juneteenth is a family-oriented celebration featuring an Empowerment Summit, Unity (leadership), Sister to Sister, Worship in Music and The Worship Experience. Cost: Free. Call: 318-792-6736. cenlajuneteenth.com

June 15: Central Louisiana Orchid Society Meeting, St. James Episcopal Church EYC Building (1546 Albert Street, Alexandria), 2:30pm. Learn everything you need to know about orchids and how to grow them. Get hands on help with your plants! There is a monthly plant raffle, blooming orchid entry for Show and Tell plus refreshments. In addition, there are opportunities to attend American Orchid Society shows/sales throughout the year.

June 18: RRMC Blood Drive, RRMC South Tower Lobby (211 Fourth Street, Alexandria), 8:30am-4:00pm. LifeShare Blood Center will be at RRMS for this day-long blood drive. Donors must be at least 16 years old, weigh a minimum of 110 pounds and be in good general health. Donors should eat a nourishing meal before donating and must bring a photo ID. No advanced registration required. Cost: Free.

June 19: Party at the Park, Alexandria City Park (2800 Masonic Dr, Alexandria), 11:00am-2:00pm. Join the City of Alexandria for summer fun featuring water slides, music, activities, and food (while supplies last). It’s the perfect way to end the week with fun and excitement for the whole family. Bring the family, bring your friends, and let’s enjoy a fun-filled day together at City Park!  Cost: Free. Call: 318-449-5225.

June 23-27: Didgeridoo Down Under Summer Reading Entertainment, Rapides Parish Libraries. Didgeridoo Down Under offers the most exciting and interactive Australia-themed shows, concerts, workshops and K-12 programs with music, science, character building, environmentalism and more. They will be visiting all ten branches. Check the RPL website at www.RPL.org for location specific times. Cost: Free.

June 23-27: Treehouse Summer Space Camp, Treehouse Children’s Museum (1403 Third Street, Alexandria), 9:00am-12:00pm. Join Treehouse Children’s Museum to discover the mysteries amongst the stars. Summer camps are open to children ages 4-12. All campers receive a t-shirt and must provide their own water bottle. Cost: $85.00 members; $95.00 non-members. Call: 318-619-9394. kidtreehouse.org

June 26: Safe Sitter Class, RRMC Education Department (211 Fourth Street, Alexandria), 8:30am-4:00pm. This is a class designed to teach boys and girls, aged 11-14 years old, how to be safe babysitters. It is a fun way for babysitters to learn important topics such as how to handle emergencies, how to entertain kids, CPR/choking rescue for children and infants, basic child care skills, babysitting business skills, and how to keep themselves safe while babysitting. Pre-registration is required. Cost: $45.00. Call: 318-769-4440.

June 26: Cenla Author’s Club Meeting, Westside Regional Library (5416 Provine Place, Alexandria), 6:00pm-8:00pm. The Cenla Authors’ Club is open to authors and writers of all levels and genres, and anyone interested in learning more about the book-writing process, even if you haven’t written your first word (yet!). This month’s speaker will be Barry Jean Anselet, Professor Emeritus of Francophone Studies and Center for Louisiana Studies Research Fellow at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Barry, in many people’s opinions, knows more about our Louisiana French culture than just about anyone alive. Cost: Free. Call: 318-442-2483.

June 28: Kids Business Market, Alexandria Mall Food Court (3437 Masonic Drive, Alexandria), 11:00am-3:00pm. Kids learning about retail and setting up shop at Alexandria Mall, keeping all the money they earn! Please stop in and support our youngest entrepreneurs during this annual event. Open to ages 6-15. All kids 12 and under need a parent or guardian to submit their entry. All business ideas are subject to approval. Pre-registration is required. Cost: Free. Call: 318-619-2742.

June 28: Live Gator Feeding Show, Paragon Casino Resort Hotel Atrium (711 Paragon Place, Marksville), 4:00pm. Join the crowd in the hotel lobby on the last Saturday of each month for a live alligator feeding show. Bring the children for photos with a baby gator after the show. You will also hear traditional songs and stories of south Louisiana’s flora and fauna performed by Tunica-Biloxi tribal members Donna Pierite and family. Cost: Free.

July 3: 20th Annual Fireworks over Buhlow, Pineville, 2:00pm. Join us for a spectacular evening as we celebrate two decades of lighting up the sky over Buhlow Lake! This year, we’re going bigger and brighter than ever before, and you won’t want to miss it! Get ready to dance the night away with the incredible, high-energy sounds of Bag of Donuts starting at 6:00pm! Known for their wild costumes and “Superpop” hits spanning the decades, they’ll be sure to keep the party going. Fireworks will launch at 9:00pm. This is a family-friendly event for the entire community to enjoy! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, and get ready for an unforgettable night of fireworks, food, and fun. No ice chests or weapons allowed. Cost: Free.

July 4: 13th Annual Avoyelles Arts & Music Festival, Paragon Casino Resort (711 Paragon Place, Marksville), 10:00am. The Avoyelles Arts & Music Festival combines everything you know and love about the Fourth of July, from the longest-running July 4th parade in the state, live music from Louisiana musicians, festival queens, food booths, a car show, a dazzling fireworks display and more! avoyellesarts.com

July 5: Experimental Aircraft Association 1st Saturday Breakfast, Buhlow Lake Airport (200 Lake Buhlow Road, Pineville), 7:30am-10:00am. Come enjoy a hearty breakfast of eggs, sausage, pancakes, grits, potatoes, milk, orange juice, and more! Anyone interested in aviation and general cordial chatter with lakeside ambience is welcome and invited to come to enjoy breakfast with us! Cost: $10.00 Donation.

July 5: Central Louisiana Dutch Oven Cookers First Saturday Gathering, Indian Creek Recreation Area (100 Camp Ground Road, Woodworth), 9:00am-12:30pm. A delicious day with Dutch oven cooking enthusiasts. There is no charge for food, however, donations are accepted. Regular park admission applies. Call: 318-625-1762.

July 5: Alexandria Mall Summer Mode, Alexandria Mall Food Court (3437 Masonic Drive, Alexandria), 1:00pm-3:00pm. Summer Mode is all about creating a fun and festive atmosphere for families to come together and enjoy the season. Gather your little ones for an adventure-filled afternoon featuring “Paw Patrol: Summer Rescues”, interactive games, and creative crafts that will keep the excitement going. Cost: Free.

Sports

June 10, 17, 24 & July 1, 8: Yoga in the Gallery, Alexandria Museum of Art (933 2nd Street, Alexandria), 5:45pm. Chill out every Tuesday with yoga classes taught by Learn with Laci. Registration is not required. Cost: Free. Call: 318-443-3458. themuseum.org

June 20-22: 97th Louisiana Women’s Amateur Golf Championship, OakWing Golf Club (2345 Vandenburg Drive, Alexandria). Entries are open to any female Louisiana resident (as of at least 90 days prior to the Championship) who is an amateur golfer (as defined by the USGA and The R&A) holding membership in a LGA Member Club in good standing (2025 club and individual dues must be paid), and possess an authorized Handicap Index of 40.0 or less. Limited to the first 104 entries. Championship Flight will be comprised of 16 qualifying players from the qualifying stroke play round. All other flights will be pre-flighted based on handicap. The format for the Championship will be match-play with consolation matches. Entry deadline is June 10th. Cost: $250. Call: 318-561-0260. oakwinggolf.com

*All events subject to change.