Event listings are provided for your convenience and reference only, and may be cancelled or changed without notice or update on this web site. The sponsoring organization should be contacted directly to ensure the validity of the times, dates, and locations. Lafreniere Park and Jefferson Parish make no guarantees concerning the accuracy or completeness of this information.


LA Philharmonic Orchestra Concert
5/22/2013   6:00 pm

FREE ADMISSION - Don't forget the lawn chairs and/or blankets! Rainout date - Friday, May 24




Lafreniere Live - The Yat Pack
5/16/2013  
6:30-8:30 PM

FREE ADMISSION - Performance by "The Yat Pack" Concessions and refreshments availalbe. Don't forget the lawn chairs and/or blankets!




Lafreniere Live - Flow Tribe
5/9/2013  
6:30-8:30 PM

FREE ADMISSION - Performance by "Flow Tribe" Concessions and refreshments availalbe. Don't forget the lawn chairs and/or blankets!




Lafreniere Live - 90 Degrees West
4/25/2013  
6:30-8:30 PM

FREE ADMISSION - Performance by "90 Degrees West" Concessions and refreshments availalbe. Don't forget the lawn chairs and/or blankets!




Lafreniere Live - Wise Guys
4/18/2013  
6:30-8:30 pm

FREE ADMISSION - Performance by "Wise Guys" Concessions and refreshments availalbe. Don't forget the lawn chairs and/or blankets!




Holiday In The Park 2012
1/1/2013   dusk
Christmas Light Display

This annual display will open Friday, Nov 30 with a ceremony at 6PM. St. Martin's Episcopal School Chorus will provide entertainment. New displays include a 60' sea serpent in the Lagoon, a Princess and her Castle, and more, in addition, to our traditional favorites. The display will be open Friday & Saturday from dusk to 11:45 pm and Sunday thru Thursday from dusk to 9:45 pm. Check our schedule for nightly entertainement at www.jeffparish.net. Entrance fee: $3 PER CAR. Downs Blvd entrance will close at 5PM. Vehicles must enter from W. Napoleon only. Carousel will be open every night for this event ($1 per rider). Free admission on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day (last day for display).

Lafreniere Park
3000 Downs Blvd, Metairie 70003
504-838-4389


Snow Day at Lafreniere
12/15/2012   9:30 AM
FREE EVENT

Children 12 & under can enjoy playing in the snow. It will fall in the area near the Carousel (between shelters 7 & 8).

Lafreniere Park Carousel Area
3000 Downs Blvd, Metairie 70003
504-838-4389


Pet Fest 2012
11/18/2012   11:00 am

11 am until 4:00 pm Pet adoptions, Pet Marketplace, Pet Health Watch, Pet Games & Contests, Pet Demonstrations, Pet Information, Delicious food, and Live Music Emcee this year is Angela Hill




New Orleans Champions Cup
11/4/2012  
Soccer Tournament

For more details, contact Chicago Fire Juniors Louisiana at 504-465-8224




Park-A-Boo 2012
10/28/2012  
Halloween Event for 12 & Under

Not too scary Halloween activity for 12 & under. Features include The BOO House; Witch WAy (maze); Treat Street (trick-or-treat stations); Face Painting; Boo-tiful Costume Contests; Games; Animal Balloons; Storytelling; Entertainment Stage (sing & dance with music); Food Booths; Characters (Sponge Bob, Elmo, Winne The Poo, and Dora). Each child must be accompanied by an adult. PAY-ONE-PRICE (Food & Costume Contest not included) - Adult (13/up) $7; Child (12/under) $5; Under 2 - Free.

Fri, Oct 26 - 5:00-8:30 pm; Sat, Oct 27 - 1:00-8:30 pm; Sun, Oct 28 - 1:00-5:30 pm



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Que Pasa Fest
10/13/2012  




Light The Night Walk
10/6/2012   5:00 pm
Benefit for Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

An inspirational and memorable evening walk which funds lifesaving research & support for those battling cancer. Adults, seniors and children welcome. No fitness requirements. Register to walk individually or as part of a team; make a donatin online; or become a volunteer or sponsor/partner. See local walk sites for time and date information. http://www.lightthenight.org/register/



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Gator Classic Soccer Tournament
9/23/2012  
Girls Soccer Tournament

Chicago Fire Juniors of LA is hosting this tournament on Sat, Sept 22 and Sun, Sept 23 from 8AM until 5PM. For more info, call 504-465-8224




Gator Classic Soccer Tournament
9/16/2012  
Boys Soccer Tournament

Chicago Fire Juniors of LA is hosting this tournament on Sat, Sept 15 and Sun, Sept 16 from 8AM until 5PM. For more info, call 504-465-8224




Loyola Cross Country
9/8/2012  

8:00 am to Noon - Contact Andy at 504-258-8874 for details




Slobster Fest 2012
8/26/2012   10:00 am
August 25 & 26 10AM until 10PM

Good music, eats & art! The Revivalist, Eric Lindell, Honey Island Swamp Band, Amanda Shaw, Mississippi Rail Co, Bonerama, Sons of Bill, Gal Holiday & MORE performing LIVE on Pavilion Island. Slobser Zone 4-Kids w/challenging and interactive gaming like hamster ball races, rock climbing, lazer tag. stage performances & shows. Mall Island, Community Market & Artist Village, with a bountiful & eclectic assortment of Slobster,Creole and perennial food creations, handmade wares, crafts, Pop, Slobster, Southern & NOLA inspired jewelry and art from more than 100 LA restaurants, caterers, craftsmen, designers & local artist. Advance VIP tickets (Pavilion Island) on SALE NOW! Visit http://www.showclix.com/search#slobster%20Fest for a full music lineup, tickets, and info.



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Pandemonium Car Show
7/14/2012  

This two-day event features old, new, and classic cars. July 14 & 15 in the Meadow area.

Regisration fee: $40 To register your car or for info call 919-6189




Uncle Sam Jam 2012
7/3/2012   5:00 pm
Annual Family Day with Music & Fireworks Display

The Annual "Uncle Sam Jam" features food & beverage concessions, music, and fireworks display. Performance by Ghost Town (5-7pm); the New Orleans Concert Band (7-9pm); FIREWORKS AT 9 PM; and The Yat Pack (9:15-11:00 pm). FREE ADMISSION! Don't forget your blanket or lawn chairs AND enjoy the evening under the stars!


3000 Downs Blvd, Metairie 70003


2012 Youth Fishing Tournament
6/10/2012   5am-1pm
Assoc of LA Bass Clubs District VI Youth Tourney

Categories are Bass-Perch and Ruff Fish. Each age group (4-8 yrs), (9-12 yrs) and (13-15 years) can weigh in two of their largest fish. 1st, 2nd and 3rd places in each category and age group. Particpants must be accompanied by an adult and must bring their own fishing equipment and bait (can be live or articial). Entry forms and $10 fee can be mailed or may register the day of the torunament. An early registration guarantees a T-shirt and trophjy. All proceeds to be donated to Children's Hospital.

Entry forms can be obtained by contactin 504-201-2019 or albc_kidstour@yahoo.com. Sponsored by Eagle Claw Bass Club, Crescent City Bass Masters, and East Bank Bass Association.




Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra Concert
5/23/2012   6:00 pm

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, etc. and enjoy an evening of wonderful live music, to include traditional classics as well as modern favorites at the Park Pavillion. FREE! Concert time is ^:00-8:30 pm




Live at Lafreniere Park w/The Creole Stringbeans
5/10/2012   6:00 pm
LIve at Lafreniere Park Concert Series

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, etc. and enjoy an evening of live music in the Park and best of all it is FREE!! Concessions available.

Lafreniere Park Pavillion


Live at Lafreniere Park w/Amanda Shaw
5/3/2012   6:00 pm
Live at Lafreniere Park Concert Series

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, etc. and enjoy an evening of live music in the Park and best of all it is FREE!! Concessions available.

Lafreniere Park Pavillion


Lutheran Schools Concert
5/1/2012   6:00 pm

This FREE concert is one the family will enjoy!




Live at Lafreniere Park w/ The Bucktown Allstars
4/26/2012   6:00 pm
Live at Lafreniere Park Concert Series

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, etc. and enjoy an evening of live music in the Park and best of all it is FREE!! Concessions available.

Lafreniere Park Pavillion


Relay For Life - East Jefferson
4/21/2012   Noon
American Cancer Society Fund Raiser

Volunteers, teams, and leaders in the community will gather teams to celebrate, remember, and fight back for those who have been touched by cancer. It is the largest cancer-fightling event in the nation. Theme: Relay Around The World"

To register a team: www.relayforlife.org/eastjeffersonla Follow them on facebook: www.facebook.com/RelayForLifeEastJefferson Follow them on Twitter @ EJRelayforLife


3000 Downs Blvd., Metairie 70003
504-994-8217

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Live at Lafreniere Park w/ Chubby Carrier (Zydico)
4/19/2012   6:00 pm
Live at Lafreniere Park Concert Series

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, etc. and enjoy an evening of live music in the Park and best of all it is FREE!! Concessions available.

Lafreniere Park Pavillion


Big Easy Soccer Tournament
4/13/2012   8:00 am

Hosted by Chicago Fire Juniors of LA - Tourney will run Friday and Saturday, April 13-14. Concessions available




Live at Lafreniere Park w/Fred LeBlanc (Cowboy Mou
4/12/2012   6:00 pm
Live at Lafreniere Park Concert Series

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, etc. and enjoy an evening of live music in the Park and best of all it is FREE!! Concessions available.




LIve at Lafreniere Park w/Topcats
4/5/2012   6:00 pm
Live at Lafreniere Park Concert series

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, etc. and enjoy an evening of music in the Park and best of all it is FREE!!! Concessions available.

Lafreniere Park Pavillion


Taste of the Town
3/30/2012   7-11 pm
A Premier Culinary Event

For more information, visit www.tasteofthetown.info

Lafreniere Park Pavillion

(504) 210-0670

For more information, please visit: Taste of the Town


6th Annual All State Sugar Bowl Lacrosse Classic
1/29/2012  
Lacrosse Tournament

To be held on Friday, Jan 27; Sat, Jan 28; and Sun, Jan 29 on the soccer fields from 6:00 am until 6:00 pm.



504-616-4623

For more information, please visit: www.fonolax.com


Lafreniere Bark Ribbon Cutting
1/7/2012   11:00 am
Ribbon cutting for the new Dog Park

Join us as we officially open the new 5-acre Dog Park located on the north side of Lafreniere Park. There will be a Costume Contest for the Best Dressed Pet Sports Fan, Pet Demonstrations, Adoptable pets from the Jefferson Parish Animal Shelter and lots more! Kick off begins at 11:00 am and will continue until 2:30 pm. For updated info visit www.JeffersonSPCA.org.


3000 Downs Blvd, Metairie 70003


Holiday In The Park - Dec 2 2011 to Jan 1, 2012
1/1/2012   Dusk
Christmas Light Display

OPENS FRIDAY, DEC 2 THRU SUN, JAN 1 - More than a dozen new lighted displays added to compliment the displays donated by the Al Copeland Family. Open Sun thru Thurs from 5:30 pm to 9:45 pm and Fri and Sat from 5:30 pm to 11:45 pm. Entrance fee: $3 per vehicle. Downs Blvd entrance CLOSED at 5:00 pm. Vehicles must enter the park only from W. Napoleon Ave and exit on Veterans Blvd or W. Napoleon.

Downs Blvd entrance will be closed at 5:00 pm - Enter only from W. Napoleon. Entrance fee $3 per vehicle

Lafreniere Park
3000 Downs Blvd., Metairie 70003
504-838-4389


Snow Day at Lafreniere
12/17/2011   9:30 am

Returns for the kids - Bigger and better than ever! Located in the area between shelters 7 & 8 (near the Carousel) for children 12 & younger! Free admission to "snow" area - Beginning at 5:30 pm, there will be a $3 per vehicle charge to enter Holiday In The Park.

Lafreniere Park Carousel Area

504-838-4389


New Orleans Champions Cup
11/6/2011  
Soccer Tournament

Held Friday, Nov 4; Saturday, Nov 5; and Sunday, Nov 6. For information, contact info@chicagofirejuniorslouisiana.com for call 465-8224

Lafreniere Park Soccer Fields
3000 Downs Blvd., Metairie 70003
504-465-8224

For more information, please visit: www.chicagofirejuniorslouisiana.com


Park-A-Boo 2011
10/28/2011  
Children's Halloween Event

Fri, Oct 28 - 5-8:30 PM; Sat, Oct 29 - 1:00-8:30 PM; Sun, Oct 30 - 2:00-5:30 PM Primarily for children 13 & under to participate in trick-or-treating, games, face painting, or visit the slightly scary "Boo House". Admission: Under 3 - Free; CHILD (ages 3 to12) - $5.00; ADULT (ages 13 to adult) - $7.00 Visit their website at www.park-a-boo.com or call Sal at 504-452-0658 or Ira at 467-2713

Lafreniere Park Pavilion
3000 Downs Blvd., Metairie 70003

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Live at Lafreniere w/ Rockin Dopsie
10/20/2011   6:00 pm
Thursday Concert Series

Come enjoy music in the Park and best of all - admission is FREE! Concessions available. Oct 20 - Rockin Dopsie

Lafreniere Park Pavilion


Live at Lafreniere w/ Category 6
10/13/2011   6:00 pm
Thursday Concert Series

Come enjoy music in the Park and best of all - admission is FREE! Concessions available. Oct 13 - Category 6; Oct 20 - Rockin Dopsie

Lafreniere Park Pavilion


Live at Lafreniere w/ Chee Weez
10/6/2011   6:00 pm
Thursday Concert Series

Come enjoy music in the Park and best of all - admission is FREE! Concessions available. Oct 6 - Chee Weez; Oct 13 - Category 6; Oct 20 - Rockin Dopsie

Lafreniere Park Pavilion


Live at Lafreniere w/ Amanda Shaw
9/29/2011   6:00 pm
Thursday Concert Series

Come enjoy music in the Park and best of all - admission is FREE! Concessions available. Sept 29 - Amanda Shaw; Oct 6 - Chee Weez; Oct 13 - Category 6; Oct 20 - Rockin Dopsie

Lafreniere Park Pavilion


Live at Lafreniere w/ The Yat Pack
9/22/2011   6:00 pm
Thursday Concert Series

Come enjoy music in the Park and best of all - admission is FREE! Concessions available. Sept 22 - The Yat Pack; Sept 29 - Amanda Shaw; Oct 6 - Chee Weez; Oct 13 - Category 6; Oct 20 - Rockin Dopsie

Lafreniere Park Pavilion
3000 Downs Blvd., Metairie 70003
504-828-4389


Live at Lafreniere w/ Bucktown All Stars
9/15/2011   6:00 pm
Thursday Concert Series

Come enjoy music in the Park and best of all - admission is FREE! Concessions available. Sept 15 - The Bucktown All Stars; Sept 22 - The Yat Pack; Sept 29 - Amanda Shaw; Oct 6 - Chee Weez; Oct 13 - Category 6; Oct 20 - Rockin Dopsie

Lafreniere Park Pavilion


Who Dat Safe Community Coalition
7/10/2011   2:00 pm

A combination of safety-focused organiations who are joining forces to make the roads safer in Jefferson, Orleans, and surrounding areas. This is a family oriented event that offers demonstrations, giveaways, etc.

For mofe info contact Ellis Cattan at 504-866-0520 or Claude Maher at 504-888-7618.

Lafreniere Park Meadow area


Uncle Sam Jam
7/3/2011   3-11 PM
Food, Music, and Fireworks

The annual "Uncle Sam Jam" is July 3 and will feature food & beverage concessions, music, and fireworks display. 3:00-5:00 pm music by It's a Spider's Thing w/Behlar Brothers "DJ"; 5:00-7:00 pm will be music by Ghost Town; 7:00-9:00 pm will be music by the New Orleans Concert Bank; 9:00-9:20 PM - FIREWORKS DISPLAY; and 9:20-11:00 pm - The Yat Pack! Don't forget your blanket or lawn chairs! Come enjoy the evening under the stars!

This is a FREE event!

Lafreniere Park
3000 Downs Blvd. Metairie, LA


Lafreniere Park Concert
5/25/2011   6:00 pm
LA Philharmonic Orchestra Concert

Bring family and friends to enjoy this FREE concert! Music: Smith: The Star Spangled Banner Strauss: Overture to Die Fledermaus & Thunder and Lightning Polka Sousa: Semper Fidelis Steffe: Battle Hymn of the Republic Wiliams: Suite from Star Wars INTERMISSION: Rodgers: The Sound of Music Williams: Adventures on Earth from E.T. Various: Tribute to Pete Fountain Tchaikovsky: 1812 Sousa: Stars and Stripes forever

Rain date: Thurs., May 26 at 6:00 pm

Lafreniere Park Pavilion


Frisbee Golf Tournament
3/17/2011   8AM
Disk Golf Tournament

Visit www.noteamdiscgolf.com for details which will be available in January 2012.

Lafreniere Park Frisbee Course

This event is sponsored by:


Pet Fest 2010
11/14/2010   11 am
Pet adoptions, education, and FUN for you and your pet!

Pet Fest will feature hundreds of adoptable pets from over 30 shelter/rescue groups, the Pet Health Watch area featuring local veterinarians, Pet Market Place with the latest in pet products/services, pet demonstrations & activities, delicious food and live music. For more information contact info@FriendsPetFest.org or call 504-883-8277.

Lafreniere Park
3000 Downs Blvd., Metairie 70003
504-883-8277

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Lymphoma/Leukemia Walk
10/9/2010  



504-837-0945


Loyola Cross Country
9/11/2010  




Loyola Cross Country
9/11/2010  




Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office Day
10/17/2009  

View their fleet of land, air and water vehicles.




Outreach Fest
7/10/2009  
Latin Music Festival

Lafreniere Park
3000 Downs Blvd. Metairie, LA


Become a Saint
6/1/2009   8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Football Training Camp

The purpose of the Become a Saint camp is to teach the campers how to develop their spiritual life through football. This objective is two-fold. It is to teach the campers how to develop their inner character and to teach the basic skills of Quarterbacks, Wide Receivers, Running Backs, and Tight Ends.

This camp is for students in the 6th - 8th grade. All campers must register by April 30, 2009. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Lafreniere Park
Metairie, LA
(504) 582-1972

For more information, please visit: Become A Saint

This event is sponsored by: Fellowship of Christian Athletes