Celebrate 100 Years of the Natchitoches Christmas Festival

Celebrate 100 Years of the National Christmas Festival in Natchitoches

Christmas in Natchitoches is always magical, but 2026 is extra special as the National Christmas Festival celebrates its 100th year!

For a century, families and visitors have gathered in historic Natchitoches to enjoy one of Louisiana’s most beloved holiday traditions. Downtown comes alive with hundreds of thousands of Christmas lights, beautiful displays along Cane River Lake, fireworks, live entertainment, holiday shopping and family-friendly festivities.

Stay in the Heart of the Celebration

Make your Christmas visit even more memorable with a stay at Church Street Inn. Located less than a block from Front Street and Cane River, our boutique hotel puts you within walking distance of the lights, festivities, restaurants, shopping and historic downtown charm.

Whether this is an annual family tradition or your first visit, the 100th National Christmas Festival is the perfect time to experience Christmas in Natchitoches.

Celebrate 100 years of Christmas magic and book your stay at Church Street Inn today!