Good morning, Lake Charles.

The annual Krewe of Barkus parade is set for today in Lake Charles—featuring playful pups in costumes and a festive route for families to join the celebration.

A local children's Mardi Gras parade took over the lakefront last night (Feb.

14) as families gathered to enjoy festive music, vibrant costumes, and a spirited display of community tradition.

Krewe of Omega continued a long tradition Saturday in Lake Charles — marking another year of local celebration.

Hundreds attended the World Famous Gumbo Cook-off on Saturday, Feb.

14 in Lake Charles, where local chefs showcased unique recipes and celebrated the city's culinary heritage.

The Sulphur girls clinched their second straight District 3-5A title with a 57-9 win over Carencro on Friday; senior Ava Constance led with 20 points and four three-pointers as the team enters playoffs on a five-game win streak.

On Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026, Elijah Daugherty’s clutch threes helped the Sulphur Tors overcome a four-point deficit to win the District 3-5A championship 52-42 against Carencro + they will face rival Barbe on Monday to secure the title outright.

McNeese State Cowgirls Basketball vs. UTRGV

5:59-8:59 p.m. — Townsley Law Arena, Doland Fieldhouse — Check for ticket prices — Witness a critical Southland Conference matchup as the Cowgirls battle UTRGV for tournament seeding.

Senior Night: UTRGV vs. McNeese State Cowboys Mens Basketball

6:30-9:59 p.m. — Townsley Law Arena — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate graduating student-athletes in an emotional final home game of the regular season.

LSU Tigers vs McNeese State Cowgirls Softball

6-9 p.m. — Joe Miller Field at Cowgirl Diamond — Ticket info not provided — Catch the Cowgirls as they take on the LSU Tigers in a thrilling softball matchup.

Iowa Hawkeyes at McNeese State Cowgirls Softball

3-6 p.m. — Joe Miller Field at Cowgirl Diamond — Admission details not provided — Catch the exciting midweek softball showdown as the Cowgirls aim for victory against Iowa.

AWS Certified Machine Learning: Specialty Training

8 a.m. — Health and Safety Council (HASC) Louisiana — $2100 — Master machine learning with expert-led training in a hands-on environment.

Groove on the Green

5-7 p.m. — Arts and Humanities Council of Southwest Louisiana — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening of jazz under the lush oaks with friends.

Houston Christian Huskies vs. McNeese State Cowboys Baseball

2 p.m. — Joe Miller Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Witness an exciting afternoon of baseball as the Huskies face off against the Cowboys in this thrilling series continuation.

Southland Conference Men's Basketball Championships - First Round

5 PM – 9 PM — Townsley Law Arena — Ticket prices vary — Witness thrilling single-elimination games as teams battle for a spot in the NCAA Tournament.

Southland Conference Women's Championship Game

4-7 p.m. — Townsley Law Arena — Tickets from $75 — Experience thrilling college basketball as teams compete for the Southland Conference title.

Banners 2026 Presents: Orchid-Stra

12-6 p.m. — F.G. Bulber Auditorium — Admission varies — Experience a stunning orchid exhibition presented by the Calcasieu Orchid Society.