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🐝 Your Weekend Guide To Fun

Ordavion Charleston
May 16, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes

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In today’s Shreveport Buzz:

🏇 Opening Day at Louisiana Downs
🥃 Splash Kingdom is back
🎉 8th Annual Rice & Kendig Crawfish Boil

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📅 What’s Happening This Weekend? Let’s Go! 🎉

- From May 16–18, Shreveport is jam-packed with festivals, markets, concerts, and family-friendly fun. Whether you're into crawfish or craft fairs, there’s something awesome waiting for you. Click Here

🎶 Live Music in Bossier? That’s the Way We Like It! 🎤

- Bossier’s turning up the volume this weekend with live music acts you won’t want to miss. From local legends to dance floor favorites, the rhythm’s alive and well on both sides of the river. Click Here

🛍️ Spring Market & Record Crowds at East Bank 🌸

- Bossier City’s East Bank District is thriving with its Spring Market and big crowds flocking to Hurricane Alley. Great food, vendors, music, and good vibes all rolled into one colorful weekend. Click Here

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE CITY?

🏇 Opening Day at Louisiana Downs
Kick off the racing season with thrilling thoroughbred races and summer vibes!
📅 Date: May 16, 2025
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
🔗 Details here

🎳 Kids Bowl Free All Summer Long
Bring the kiddos for endless strikes and spares at this summer bowling deal!
📅 Date: May 16, 2025
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
🔗 Details here

🎲 No-Cost Community Bingo
Get your game face on for a fun bingo night with friends and neighbors!
📅 Date: May 16, 2025
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
🔗 Details here

🕯️ The Candle Pouring Experience
Create your own scented candles for a relaxing hands-on craft session!
📅 Date: May 16, 2025
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
🔗 Details here

🔥 Glassblowing Workshops
Learn the ancient art of glassblowing—make your own fiery masterpiece!
📅 Date: May 16, 2025
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
🔗 Details here

🐠 Group Tours at Shreveport Aquarium
Dive into underwater wonders on a guided tour with your crew!
📅 Date: May 16, 2025
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
🔗 Details here

⭐ Northwest Louisiana Walk of Stars
Stroll through this star-studded walk celebrating local legends and heroes!
📅 Date: May 16, 2025
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
🔗 Details here

🎭 Moments in Time at Strand Theatre
Step back in time with this captivating performance at the historic Strand!
📅 Date: May 17, 2025
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
🔗 Details here

🎉 8th Annual Rice & Kendig Crawfish Boil
Dig into crawfish and good times at this tasty annual boil event!
📅 Date: May 17, 2025
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
🔗 Details here

🔍 You Sleuth Augmented Reality Detective Experience
Put your detective skills to the test in this high-tech mystery hunt!
📅 Date: May 16-18, 2025
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
🔗 Details here

🏁 Shreveport Showdown: Amazing Race Tour
Race around the city in this epic adventure inspired by your favorite TV show!
📅 Date: May 16-18, 2025
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
🔗 Details here

🌿 Love Hiking Date for Couples
Hit the trails with your favorite person for a romantic outdoor adventure!
📅 Date: May 16-18, 2025
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
🔗 Details here

🌳 Pop-Up Park Picnic: Couple Date Night
Enjoy a cozy picnic in the park with your special someone—self-guided fun!
📅 Date: May 16-18, 2025
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
🔗 Details here

🔎 Shreveport Love Scavenger Hunt for Couples
Explore the city and find love-themed clues in this charming scavenger hunt!
📅 Date: May 16-18, 2025
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
🔗 Details here

🛍️ 2025 Barksdale Market Every Sunday
Shop local crafts, fresh food, and fun finds every Sunday at Barksdale!
📅 Date: May 18, 2025
📍 Location: Shreveport, LA
🔗 Details here

CIVIL INSIGHT

🏫 Caddo Parish School Board Event

The Caddo Parish School Board has scheduled an important session on Friday, May 16. It includes updates on district policy, planning, and academic programs.

District updates and strategy discussion
Review of educational programs and initiatives
Opportunities for public input and engagement
See the full agenda

Click here for more details — Shreveport, LA

🧼 CCC Security Fence Bid Opening

This bid opening, spanning May 16–18, focuses on upgrading perimeter fencing at the Caddo Correctional Center. The public is welcome to attend all days of review and selection.

Review of proposals for IFB 25-12
Security enhancement planning
Bid evaluation and contractor scoring
See the full agenda

Click here for more details — Shreveport, LA

🧼 Elevator Replacement at Caddo Courthouse

The multi-day bid opening for IFB 25-08 continues through May 16–18, focusing on modernizing courthouse elevators. Proposals and evaluations will be reviewed by officials and the public.

Public review of elevator upgrade proposals
Safety and accessibility improvements
Vendor scoring and technical checks
See the full agenda

Click here for more details — Shreveport, LA

💊 Veterinary Pharmaceuticals & Supplies Bid Opening

Running from May 16–18, this procurement session for IFB 25-20 focuses on reviewing bids for veterinary medical supplies and pharmaceuticals used across parish operations.

Animal health supply contracts and pricing
Review of vendor proposals and compliance
Public transparency in bid selection
See the full agenda

Click here for more details — Shreveport, LA

WEATHER

Friday

🌡️ Low: 75° | ⛈️ Severe Thunderstorms Likely | 💧 100% Chance of Rain | 💨 SSW winds at 7 mph

Note: Strong storms expected tonight with heavy rain and the potential for severe weather. Rainfall could exceed 1 inch—stay weather-aware and indoors if possible.

Saturday

🌡️ High: 93° | 🌤️ Hot with Sun & Clouds | 💧 16% Chance of Rain | 💨 S winds at 10 mph

Note: Near record-breaking heat with a mix of sun and clouds. Stay hydrated and limit time in direct sunlight during peak afternoon hours.

Saturday Night
🌡️ Low: 74° | ☁️ Mostly Cloudy | 💧 24% Chance of Rain | 💨 SSE winds at 10 mph

Note: Warm and muggy with mostly cloudy skies—an isolated shower or storm is possible but not guaranteed.

Sunday

🌡️ High: 93° | ⛅ Cloudy Morning → Sunny Afternoon | 💧 13% Chance of Rain | 💨 S winds at 12 mph

Note: Another scorcher with near-record heat again. Morning clouds will give way to sunshine—great for pool days but dangerous for prolonged outdoor activity.

Sunday Night
🌡️ Low: 77° | 🌥️ Partly Cloudy → Overcast | 💧 18% Chance of Rain | 💨 SSE winds at 11 mph

Note: A warm and breezy night ahead. Clouds will increase overnight, setting up for another hot start to the week.

EXTRA SPRINKLES

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📢 Need Yard Announcements?

Make your special occasions stand out with Shreveport Yard Announcement Rental! Our eye-catching yard signs are perfect for celebrating birthdays, graduations, and other milestones. Each sign is designed to add a personal touch and make your message unforgettable. Ready to order your custom yard announcement? Contact us at OUR WEBSITE and let us help you create a memorable display for your event!

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🐝 Your Weekend Guide To Fun

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THE DIGEST

📅 What’s Happening This Weekend? Let’s Go! 🎉

🎶 Live Music in Bossier? That’s the Way We Like It! 🎤

🛍️ Spring Market & Record Crowds at East Bank 🌸

@SHREVEPORTBUZZ5

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE CITY?

CIVIL INSIGHT

🏫 Caddo Parish School Board Event

🧼 CCC Security Fence Bid Opening

🧼 Elevator Replacement at Caddo Courthouse

💊 Veterinary Pharmaceuticals & Supplies Bid Opening

WEATHER

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

EXTRA SPRINKLES

📲 Need A Portable Restroom?

📢 Need Yard Announcements?

LIVE MUSIC BOOGIE

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

RESOURCES

THANKS!