Good morning, Lake Charles.

The Korean Festival in Beauregard showcased traditional music, dance, and food — offerings that reflected Korea’s rich heritage — as local residents gathered to celebrate their cultural pride.

A local rice farmer talked about his rice harvest and said he faced both tough challenges and some good results this season.

He explained that mixed weather conditions led to ups and downs — and he looks ahead to better plantings next time.

Lake Charles College Prep celebrated Freedom Week from September 15 to 19 when students, educators and community leaders attended a program featuring Rep. Charles 'Chuck' Owen, who spoke on the importance of voting and civic responsibility—his address aimed to boost constitutional literacy in the school community.

Desi Banks: The Elevation Tour

7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Rosa Hart Theatre — Last-minute tickets available — Enjoy a night of comedy with Desi Banks in Lake Charles.

The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight

8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Rosa Hart Theatre — Ticket price unknown — Experience a spellbinding 90-minute spectacle of iconic rock music performed in a breathtaking candlelit setting.

VIP Autumn Market and Show and Shine

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — The Villages of Imperial Pointe — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant vendor market with food trucks and a showcase of impressive vehicles at the Second Annual VIP Autumn Market.

Lions vs. Cowboys Football Showdown

6-9 p.m. — McNeese State University Football Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting home game between the McNeese Cowboys and Southeastern Louisiana Lions!

McNeese Cowboy Club 5k Gallop Fun Run / Walk & Kids 1k Round Up

5k Fun Run & Walk for all ages organized by the McNeese Track and Field / XC Program presented by the McNeese Cowboy Club. Proceeds raised go directly back to program to help offset funding for Travel, Meals, Equipment, Insurance, Supplies for the Year. Your support is appreciated.

McNeese Cowboy Club 5k Gallop Fun Run / Walk & Kids 1k Round Up

5k Fun Run & Walk for all ages organized by the McNeese Track and Field / XC Program presented by the McNeese Cowboy Club. Proceeds raised go directly back to program to help offset funding for Travel, Meals, Equipment, Insurance, Supplies for the Year. Your support is appreciated.

Voices of Wailing Women Called to Pray

4-8 p.m. — Lake Charles Event Center — Free entry — A powerful gathering for women to unite in prayer and spiritual support.

Daryl Felsberg Comedy Night

8 p.m. — Library Riot — Ticket prices not listed — Experience the larger-than-life comedic talent of Daryl Felsberg in an intimate setting.

Houston Christian vs McNeese State Football

6-9 p.m. — McNeese State University Football Stadium — Check for ticket prices — Celebrate homecoming as the Cowboys face off against Houston Christian in an exciting football matchup.

Americas LNG Summit & Exhibition 2025

October 19-21 — L'Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles — Pricing varies — Major LNG industry event focusing on economic growth and energy transition with strategic and technical conferences.