Monroe, LA — The Northeast Louisiana Arts Council proudly announces its inaugural Réveillon: A Night for the Arts, a premier fundraising event designed to sustain and grow the arts across all 12 parishes of Northeast Louisiana. As federal and state arts funding faces uncertainty, Réveillon provides critical support for artists, arts organizations, and rural communities, ensuring that creativity continues to thrive throughout Region 8.
The event will take place at Bayou Pointe on the University of Louisiana Monroe campus, a picturesque venue along Bayou DeSiard that reflects both the natural beauty of the region and the sophistication of the evening. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. for VIP guests, with the full celebration running from 7:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Guests will enjoy an evening filled with live performances, fine dining, and vibrant auctions. The culinary experience is curated by celebrated Lake Providence mother-daughter duo, Chefs Clélie Stone and Zoë Stone Webb of Suffit and Stone House Eats. The menu includes progressive, Southern-inspired dishes such as Crawfish Cardinale in Vol-Au-Vent, Bacon-Wrapped Quail with Raspberry-Chipotle Aioli, Muffuletta Skewers, and classic Jambalaya, blending artistry, flavor, and heart.
In addition to culinary delights, attendees will have the opportunity to bid on works from incredible regional artists in both silent and live auctions. Participating artists include Jay Davis, Natalie Armstrong, Jaki Wilkinson, Daija Essien, Doug Breckenridge, Christiane Drieling, Emily Pullin, Inique Harris, Markus Wobisch, Ashley Greer, Bette Kauffman, Cliff Tresner, Jason Nelson, Heather Gill, and Gray Risinger. Every bid directly supports both the artists and the broader mission of ensuring arts access across the region.
The event is made possible by the generosity of local businesses and organizations, including Scott Powerline, Century Next, Origin, Gilley, Napoli, Midsouth, HiTech, Holyfield, VCOM, John Rea, CCB, Ruston Cultural, Courtyard, Homeland, KNOE, Choice, King Springs, Marsala, Bayou Life, and KEDM.
Réveillon promises an elegant, memorable evening celebrating creativity, community, and the enduring spirit of the arts in Northeast Louisiana. Tickets are available now, and guests are encouraged to secure their seats early to join this landmark celebration.
For more information, ticket purchases, and updates, visit the Northeast Louisiana Arts Council website.
