December 1 – 31, 2025
Always in the month of December
Victorian Christmas at the Grevemberg House
Explore Franklin’s Victorian Christmas at 1529 Sterling Road (Hwy322), Victorian style tree and seasonal greenery the Grevemberg House and Shadowlawn will be decorated for Christmas. Contact 337-828-2092 for more information.
December 6, 2025
8th Annual Miracle on First Street
Hosted by The Old Building; 3190 First Street, Berwick. From 4 pm to 8 pm. Mark your calendars and join them for a magical evening filled with Christmas cheer, twinkling lights, live music, and the kind of small-town Christmas spirit that warms the heart. This beloved tradition is their way of saying Thank You to the wonderful community! Come make memories with them where Christmas magic lives on First Street.
December 6, 2025
4th Annual Winter Festival
Hosted by Lighthouse Community Church; 3801 Hwy. 182, Berwick. From 11 am to 2 pm. Get ready for a magical day of holiday fun at Lighthouse Community Church in Berwick! They’re bringing the community together for a free event filled with music, delicious food, exciting games, creative crafts, visits to Santa, & much more! Bring your friends, family, & holiday spirit & let’s make memories together at this festive celebration!
December 6, 2025
Franklin’s Bayou to Main Market Place
Hosted by The Franklin Merchant’s Association. Get ready to kick off the holiday season in the heart of downtown Franklin from 10 am to 2 pm. Join us for a day full of festive fun! There will be facepainting, crafts with the Library, DJ Santa & His Elf, Giant Snow Globe & Snow Time, Christmas Cookie Scavenger Hunt, Pictures with Santa, Meet & Greet with Elsa, Anna, & Olaf, Shopping & Activities in the shops, Bayou to Main Vendors, and “Ruck Around the Christmas Tree” fun! Bring your friends, family, and holiday cheer for a magical day of shopping, music, snow, and Christmas spirit right on Main Street in Franklin!
December 6, 2025 – January 1, 2025
Christmas Lights on the Bayou Lighting Display will be on nightly by tuning in to
93.5 FM on Teche Drive, Main in Franklin. Over 1 million lights along Parc Sur La Teche! (337) 828-6350 for more information.
December 6, 2025
Always 1st Saturday of December
City of Franklin Christmas Under the Lamppost Decorated Golf Cart Parade and Christmas on the Bayou Lighting Display Ceremony will be held with line up at 5 pm and parade will begin at 6 pm at corner of Iberia Street and Main Street and ending at the Courthouse Square with the lighting of the parish tree and over 1 million immediately after the parade.
December 7, 2025
Kids Christmas Painting Workshop
Hosted by Gather on Main 617 Main Street; From 1:00pm-2:30pm. Kids! Gather your friends and family for a delightful afternoon of cookies & hot chocolate while painting and embellishing your LED-lit wood! Santa’s Workshop, Gingerbread, or Christmas Barn.
Limited seats, call to reserve your place! 337-471-1099 We can’t wait! $22 per child.
December 9, 2025
Marine Corps Band New Orleans Toys for Tots Christmas Concert with free admission, bring a new unwrapped toy appreciated and will be held at 7 p.m. at the Municipal Auditorium in Morgan City. Contact 985-380-4639 for more information. vspinella@cityofmc.com
December 12, 2025
The Spirit of Morgan City Christmas Parade & Movie Night,
Morgan City Main Street. 6pm, Downtown Morgan City, 2nd Street, Morgan City, followed by a movie, 985-255-612. More information is coming soon!
December 12-13, 2025
The Thrill of Hope Musical Production, 1096 Northwest Blvd. Franklin. FREE ADMISSION
3 Shows: Dec 12th 7 pm, Dec 13st 2 pm, Dec 13st 7 pm. Join us for one of Franklin’s favorite Christmas traditions as we celebrate the season with Crossing Place Fellowship’s 3rd annual ‘The Thrill of Hope’ musical production! We will have a petting zoo and winter wonderland experience FREE of charge for the children from 6:00-6:45PM and for 30 minutes after the shows
December 12, 2025
Patterson Christmas Bike Run, throughout Patterson, beginning and ending at Morey Park, Main Street, Patterson. Light up your bike and get your Christmas tune ready at 6 pm. Contact (985) 395-5205 for more information.
December 12, 2025
Wendell-Williams Aviation and Cypress and sawmill museum 29th annual Christmas Tree Festival.
Calling all educators, group leaders, businesses, and decorators alike! Decorate a tree and your group will have the chance to win some amazing prizes!
December 13, 2025
Bernice Street Lighting, come out and enjoy the annual Christmas lighting on Bernice Street!
5:30pm to 9pm, There will be popcorn, cocoa, cookies, Santa, Grinch, and maybe some other characters will be on the street.
December 13, 2025
Santa is coming to Coonass Seafood
Santa is coming to Coonass Seafood; 1400 Canal Road, Morgan City. Enjoy some free chili dogs and hot coco as you meet Santa! From 1 pm to 4 pm.
December 13, 2025
3RD Annual Santa Con Morgan City, 8 pm to 1 am, Get your Santa Clause costume ready (or Mrs. Clause or any winter character you choose. Think Elf, or Snowman, or Grinch). This is nothing if it’s not a bar crawl (and yes costumes are required) from one Morgan City bar to another.
December 13, 2025
Christmas Movie Night, at Berwick Civic Center, hosted by the town of Berwick. Meet Santa and a movie starting at 6pm. Serving hot dogs, chips, and drinks. It is free to enter, and children will have a chance to win gifts after the movie.
December 13, 2025
Merry Grinchmas Party, hosted by Town of Berwick. Free event for the family! Pics with Santa, hotdogs/chips/drinks, movie, and more! Meet at the Berwick Civic Complex, 300 Patty Drive, at 6 pm.
December 13, 2025
Teddy Bear Tea at Arlington Mansion, enjoy our holiday selection of gourmet teas, fine finger sandwiches, warm scones served with preserves and vanilla bean cream, and a variety of petite desserts. Children will be offered hot chocolate, lemonade, Nutella croissants and peanut butter and jelly sandwiches as alternatives.
Every child will receive a gift to take home. 12:00pm to 2:00pm. $45.00 for adults, $30.00 for children 12 and under.
December 14, 2025
Christmas Teddy Bear Tea
Join us for an afternoon Christmas Tea with Santa. From 4:30 to 6:30pm, 3190 1st Street, The Old Building, Berwick, LA 70342. We will have finger foods, Christmas treats, and drinks for children (milk, tea, water). Champagne/mimosas, and coffee/tea for adults. After story time with Santa, pictures will be available for an additional $20/digital image for Abigail Kathleen Photography. Tickets are available online at www.Theoldbuilding3190.com *girls and boys under 12 – $35 *Adults $50. Register Contact Colleen at (985) 397-0793 for more information.
December 14, 2025
Parent’s Day Out
Have a Merry Little Break! Bayou Vista Community Center; 1333 Bellview Dr. is hosting a Parent’s Day Out from 1 pm to 4 pm. BVCC will entertain your kids for a few hours while you get some holiday prep done. Your little elves will enjoy: Christmas crafts & ornaments, jump house fun, holiday games, & seasonal snacks. Their volunteers will make sure your kids have a safe, festive, fun-filled day while you take a well-deserved break! *Children must be picked up by 4 pm*
December 14, 2025
Patterson Annual Christmas Parade
Patterson’s annual parade, 2 pm, along Main Street, Patterson. Contact (985) 395-5205 for more information.
December 15, 2025
A Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols
Hosted by Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Morgan City and Holy Cross Church. Join us for a joint celebration at Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Morgan City; 415 Union St. Begins at 6 pm. A reception will follow in St. Joseph Hall. We will listen to God’s word and join our voices in praise to Almighty God, praying that our hearts be open to the grace of the Christ Child, who humbly chose to be born in a poor and lowly stable in Bethlehem for us.
December 16, 2025
2025 Christmas Memorial and Meal
Hosted by Hargrave Funeral Home; 1061 N Victor II Blvd. Please join them this upcoming holiday season to recognize loved ones who have passed. Beginning at 6 pm. Those grieving a loss will receive a keepsake ornament. Please RSVP your attendance by December 11, 2025, by contacting Hargrave Funeral Home; 985-384-8605 or email: candace.dinger@dignitymemorial.com
December 18, 2025
After-Hours Evening Sip & Shop
Every Thursday
Hosted by Gather on Main; 617 Main Street Franklin. From 5 pm to 6:30 pm. Join them for extended shopping and browsing their Vintage Marketplace with unique vintage goods, new home décor, children’s clothing, seasonal items, antique treasures, Local goods, & more
December 18, 2025
Christmas Pajama Jam
Hosted by Legends Lounge 520 Rodrick Street, Morgan City. The event is held from 7:00pm-10:00pm. Christmas onesies…. Holiday PJs….all are welcome. Bring the cheer, and we’ll bring the music!
December 19, 2025
Cocoa Grinchmas On Cherry
1522 Cherry St. Patterson, from 6 pm to 8 pm. Hosted by family and friends of the community! Come get in the holiday spirit – Grinch-style! We’ll have hot cocoa, cookies, roasting marshmallows, fun games, and raffles for prizes, while supplies last!
December 20, 2025
Pancake Breakfast with the Grinch, Hosted by Morgan City Main Street, Morgan City Auditorium, 9am – 11am, $10 per ticket.
December 22, 2025
Wrap and Sip hosted by Legends Lounge from 6:00pm-10:00pm. Need a private place to wrap your gifts without the kids seeing what you bought?? Legend’s has you covered! Wrapping paper, scissors, tape, and bows are provided. Bring your gifts ready to be wrapped, sip on your drink of choice, and be able to wrap your gifts without the worry!
December 23, 2025
A Christmas on the Lake, Cajun Style.
Christmas Bonfire for Papa Noel, Lake End Park near judge’s stand, Morgan City. 4:30pm-9:00pm
December15th, 2024
Arlington Mansion Holiday Home Tour,11532 Hwy 182, Franklin, 11am – 3pm. Get in the Christmas Spirit with a tour of Arlington Mansion decked out for the Holidays! After your tour you are welcome to enjoy the beautiful grounds and gardens and take family photos of your own. $10 per adult. Warm up with some hot chocolate and cookies! Santa will be here to meet and take photos! $20 per photo.
December 15, 2024
Annual “Lessons and Carols” Christmas Concert 2 p.m. at the Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary on Main Street in Franklin. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 the day of the event. Tickets can be purchased at Grevemberg House, Chic& Shabby Collections, The French Door, and Gather on Main. Contact 337-828-3869 for more information. marysassumption@yahoo.com
Holiday Lights
Franklin
Christmas Lights on Bayou Teche
Teche Drive, Main, Martin Luther King and Iberia Streets, Tune in 93.5 FM
Centerville
Centerville Light Show
135 Yellow Bayou Rd in Centerville Louisiana. Our light show will run nightly from 5:30 PM – midnight (weather permitting). We do not run our show in the rain. Please come out to enjoy the lights and tune your radio to 88.9
Patterson
Idlewild Plantation Christmas Driving Tour, 5 to 9 pm, Sunday to Thursday, and 5 to 10 pm, Friday and Saturday, Kemper Williams Park, $2 per car, weather permitting.
Morgan City
Bernice Street, 5:30 to 9 pm,
Brashear Avenue/Spirit of Morgan City,
Bayou Teche Scenic Byway
Beginning around 20540 Highway 182 Jeanerette to Morgan City.
*Cajun Coast Tourism works very hard to keep our calendar updated. Please send information to info@cajuncoast.com – Re: Calendar of Events.
Updated: 12/5/25
