Five things to do in downtown Shreveport

Liz Swaine
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Art in all its many forms combines with bourbon and barbeque in downtown Shreveport this weekend. Load up the station wagon and make like the Griswolds at Six Flags over Texas (Avenue), C&C Mercantile & Lighting’s vendor, food, and music fest, then get bluesy and hit a high ‘C’ all in the same night. It’s all here and happening in our #CoolDowntown.

For yet another year, Artbreak astounds at the Shreveport Convention Center.
For yet another year, Artbreak astounds at the Shreveport Convention Center.

For yet another year, Artbreak astounds at the Shreveport Convention Center. We promise that the artistic ability of local students will amaze you, as will the planned musical, film, poetry, culinary, and fashion competitions. The entire convention center has been transformed into a colorful feast for the eyes and should not be missed.  When: Fri.- Sun, various times. Where: 400 Caddo St. Cost: Free entry. Info: artbreaksb.com

Everyone loves Six Flags and Shreveport’s version, Six Flags over Texas Avenue, will create memories, too.
Everyone loves Six Flags and Shreveport’s version, Six Flags over Texas Avenue, will create memories, too.

Everyone loves Six Flags and Shreveport’s version, Six Flags over Texas Avenue, will create memories, too. Load up the family wagon and come down for the live music, food, art, and vendors at C&C Mercantile & Lighting’s own ‘festival plaza’ on the avenue. When: Sat., April 22 10 am- 9 pm and Sunday, April 23, 11 am- 4 pm. Where: 1110 Texas Avenue. Cost: Free admission. Info: FB/cc mercantile shreveport

Bourbon and Barbecue party in the Red River District has live music and samples of the area’s tastiest BBQ and finest spirits.
Bourbon and Barbecue party in the Red River District has live music and samples of the area’s tastiest BBQ and finest spirits.

What goes better with barbecue than good bourbon and what goes with both better than a beautiful day outside with friends? Find it all at the Bourbon and Barbecue party in the Red River District, along with live music and samples of the area’s tastiest BBQ and finest spirits. When: Saturday, April 22, 2-8 pm. Where: 601 Clyde Fant Parkway. Cost: $55/$155 per ticket. Info: bourbonandbarbecue.com

The 2023 Blues is alright Tour stops off in the historic Municipal Auditorium Saturday night.
The 2023 Blues is alright Tour stops off in the historic Municipal Auditorium Saturday night.

The 2023 Blues is alright Tour stops off in the historic Municipal Auditorium Saturday night. Tucka, King George, Calvin Richardson, J-Wonn, and Pokey Bear will make it a blues music-filled night that you won’t soon forget.  When: Sat., April 22, 7-10 pm.  Where: 705 Elvis Presley Ave. Cost: Various. Info: ticketmaster.com

Composer Guiseppe Verdi’s La Traviata takes the stage in all its Italian glory this weekend.
Composer Guiseppe Verdi’s La Traviata takes the stage in all its Italian glory this weekend.

Composer Guiseppe Verdi’s La Traviata takes the stage in all its Italian glory this weekend. The opera is one of the most popular, featuring the full range of voice and emotion, passion and tragedy, all staples of great opera!  When: Sat., April 22, 7:30 pm. Where: Riverview Theatre, 600 Clyde Fant Parkway.  Cost: $35/$95. Info: shreveportopera.org

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