07/25/2026
⚜️The countdown to a century of Christmas is over... the celebration begins today!
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🎄Today, we officially kick off the 100th Natchitoches Christmas Festival of Lights with our Christmas in July celebration in the heart of the Historic District!
Join us as we unveil the Christmas 100 Exhibit, celebrate a century of holiday traditions, and get a first look at what's ahead for this once-in-a-lifetime anniversary season.
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📍Christmas in July Schedule
10:00 AM – Christmas 100 Kick-Off Press Conference, Centennial Poster Unveiling & Sponsor Recognition
10:45 AM – Opening of the Christmas 100 Exhibit, featuring exhibit tours and photo opportunities
11:00 AM – Centennial Reception with refreshments, historic photographs, and holiday music
12:00–6:00 PM – The celebration continues throughout Downtown Natchitoches! Shop local, enjoy lunch, and discover Christmas in July specials at participating Historic District businesses.
Historic District merchants will be dressed for the season with festive décor, special promotions, and holiday-inspired shopping. Local restaurants will also be serving Christmas-themed food and drink specials, making it the perfect opportunity to experience a little holiday magic in the middle of summer.
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🎅🏽 Step Inside 100 Years of Christmas
While you're downtown, be sure to visit the Christmas 100 Exhibit on the second floor of the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame & Northwest Louisiana History Museum (800 Front Street).
Explore historic photographs, memorabilia, artifacts, and stories that tell the remarkable story of how the Natchitoches Christmas Festival of Lights grew into one of Louisiana's most cherished holiday traditions.
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🎁 Ready to celebrate this holiday season? Festival tickets are on sale now!
Visit NatchitochesChristmas.com to:
• Purchase Festival Tickets
• View the Festival Schedule
• Sign up for the Festival of Lights Parade
• Explore 100 years of Festival history
• Stay up to date with Centennial announcements
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❤️ 100th Festival Season
November 21, 2026 – January 6, 2027
A century of Christmas starts today. Come celebrate where the tradition began. . . . . .
