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Petting Zoo at the State Fair of Louisiana

The State Fair of Louisiana in Shreveport, LA

The State Fair of LouisianaLooking for livestock? Then head to this state fair in Shreveport, LA, home to the largest livestock show in the state. Just looking for a good time? You've come to the right place, too. Dance competitions, rodeos, tractor pulls and magic shows make this fair an all-around good time. And yes, this is technically a fall fair, but to anyone north of Kentucky it will feel like summer.Attendance: 400,000Dates: Oct. 25-Nov. 11, 2012Don't Miss: The Exotic Ultimate Safari Read More »

The Petroluem Club Caters to Couples' Wedding Wants

   The Petroleum Club and a wedding may conjure images of black, oil-spotted wedding dresses, but it is actually an elegant and affordable location for a beautiful wedding. Gold chandeliers give the reception halls a romantic glow, and the traditional Louisiana catering is unsurpassable. Large windows let the natural scenery serve as decoration for the rooms, and the classic wood grain accents in the reception hall make decorating to any style easy. The Petroleum... Read More »
Independence Bowl

Shreveport Hosts Football's Independence Bowl

The Independence Bowl traces its roots back to 1975 when the board of directors of the Shreveport-Bossier City Sports Foundation conceived the idea of bringing a postseason football game to Northwest Louisiana. Today, the game between schools from the Southeastern Conference and Big 12 annually attracts upward of 30,000 visitors to the area, generating an economic impact of some $20 million for the community. Shreveport has completed a $32 million renovation of Independence Stadium, and the... Read More »