Community Calendar

Strauss Theatre Center and The City of Monroe invite you to attend our America 250 Birthday Commemorative Event! A Celebration of Freedom includes music from 1776, Hamilton, Big River, The Louisiana Purchase, and more!

This program is made possible with help from our sponsors: America 250, Louisiana America 250, Louisiana Department of Culture, Recreation & Tourism, Mennon Campbell Campaign, Sen Jay Marx, Misti Cordell for Congress

Get ready to immerse yourself in all things arts, food, and music in Monroe-West Monroe on the first Thursday of every other month!

Get ready to sip your way through the home of Warhawk Football!
Bubbles & Brews: Sips Around the Stadium is a one-of-a-kind fundraising experience benefiting ULM Football that combines two of our favorite events of the year into one massive night.
Guests will enjoy an exclusive journey through some of the spaces that help shape the Warhawks-stopping along the way at the football skybox, team room, players' lounge, and weight room to enjoy featured sips and sights at each destination. We will gather together and divide up into our Team Bubbles group and Team Brews group with their own tailored evenings.

Go behind the scenes, experience Warhawk Football from a whole new perspective, and raise a glass (or two!) in support of the program entering an exciting fall season at ULM!

The vision of this meetup is straightforward: socialize, chill, vibe out, and have stimulating convos and laugh with like minds. Creative Convos brings together a mix of imaginative people to hang out and talk about art trends, lifestyles, trials, and tribulations in the art world and the world at large. Bring a good attitude and an open mind.

End of Summer Party at the Grand Ole Opera House featuring the Luckenbach Willie Tribute Band!!!

Round up your boots, your cowboy hat, and your favorite concert crew for an unforgettable evening of classic country music at The Grand Ole Opera House Ballroom!

Join us on Friday, August 7, 2026, as the Luckenbach Willie Tribute Band brings the timeless music of Willie Nelson to life in our historic Opera House Ballroom. From beloved classics to crowd favorites, you'll enjoy a night filled with great music, dancing, and good company.

Event Details
• Friday, August 7, 2026
• 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Opera House Ballroom at The Hotel Monroe
🎟️ Tickets:
• $75 + tax Individual Ticket
• $700 + tax Reserved Table (10 seats)
Your ticket includes access to our Munchies Table, and a card-only bar will be available throughout the evening

Attire: Put on your best Grand Ole Opry-inspired outfit! Whether it's cowboy boots, fringe, denim, turquoise, or your favorite Western hat, we invite you to dress for a classic country concert and make it a night to remember.

Let's send summer off the right way with live music, Southern hospitality, and a whole lot of country charm. We can't wait to welcome you to The Grand Ole Opera House at The Hotel Monroe!
🎶 Good music. Great friends. One unforgettable night 🎶

Reserve your tickets here:https://resy.com/cities/monroe-la/venues/heirloom/events/luckenbach-willie-tribute-band-concert-2026-08-07

This is a night run that will take place behind the levee across from Forsythe Park. Sleep late Saturday morning, then come out for a two mile PR that night! Medals will be awarded to overall male and female, masters male and females, and top three in ten year age groups.

Discover the untold stories of the visionary artist, Don Cincone, in “Time Was Not My Burden: The Artist Memoir” and immerse yourself in his extraordinary life. Read about his triumphs and tears as he becomes the gentleman artist God desires. Hear him-as well as others-read their favorite passages that bring his characters to life. Bring your own book or buy one there and he’ll sign it for YOU!
Paperback books are available on AMAZON.com for $49.95 as well as Kindle for $9.99. No purchase necessary. Come enjoy his truly remarkable wit!
Please use #doncincone on any photos so we can enjoy them, too, if posted on social media.😂

Make plans now to attend The Wellspring Bowl & Bling presented by Trinity Diamonds Direct Friday, August 21 from 7-10 p.m. at Bayou Bowl. Bowl & Bling is a fun night out where it is not your skill that counts – it’s YOU!

Come join the fun as we throw strikes, spares, and more than a few gutterballs to raise money for one of Northeast Louisiana’s oldest and most effective non-profits! Enjoy unlimited bowling in the black lights while listening to a variety of great music by DJ TBayB. We’ll have some delicious food thanks to Trapp’s and drinks from Marsala Beverage!

Each team can have up to six people on it. $100 per person includes bowling, food, drinks and shoe rental. You can register as a team or individually. $50 tickets are available for non-bowlers who just want to enjoy the food and fun.

Get ready for two action-packed days of epic high school football! The rivalries are real and the road to the Dome starts here.

Friday, August 28th:

4PM OCS vs St. Frederick

6PM Mangham vs. Delhi Charter

8PM West Monroe vs. Neville

Saturday, August 29th:

11AM Beekman Charter vs. Jonesboro-Hodge

1PM Rayville vs. Richwood

3PM Oak Grove vs. Jena

5PM Ouachita vs. West Ouachita

7PM Evangel vs. Ruston

The Sportsman's Expo is where hunting, fishing, and the great outdoor come to life under one roof. Visitors can explore gear, meet brands and local experts, and connect with fellow outdoor enthusiasts. From vendors to demonstrations, it's a weekend celebrating everything that makes North Louisiana a true sportsman's paradise, with items from more than 50 vendor booths.

Expo Hours:

Friday 3 p.m. - 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.