Holidays

Pamplona in downtown Lafayette, Louisiana is one of the three restaurants in the state that participate in the 'Miracle' pop-up at Christmas time. It transforms into what I would imagine the inside of Santa's mancave looks like. Everything down to the glassware the holiday cocktails are served in is spilling over with Christmas cheer.

In the video, a police officer explains that folks are stealing prepaid gift cards from stores and then returning them to the shelves after tampering with them. They carefully open the card packages without leaving any marks. They cut off a part of the card that swipes, seal it back up, and put it back on the store shelf.

Every holiday season, there's always that one person who insists they don't want anything for Christmas. They have probably told you that they don't need anything and to not spend your hard-earned money on them. If you are anything like me, you enjoy the act of giving and put a lot of thought into making sure the gift is something they would actually enjoy.

By securely encasing your artificial tree in Saran wrap, you can effectively freeze the decorations in place, preserving their arrangement and ensuring they stay perfectly intact until the next holiday season. No more meticulously removing and later painstakingly rehanging ornaments; this method promises to maintain your tree in its decorated glory, ready to unveil effortlessly when the time comes to relive the festive cheer once more.

Children in Youngsville and the surrounding areas have a unique opportunity to deliver their Christmas wish lists directly to Santa Claus.

For the seventh year in a row, we're teaming up with Faith House to make Christmas wishes come true for families right here in Acadiana. We're working to make the holidays brighter for 12 local families who have found themselves struggling to get back on their feet as survivors of domestic violence.

The City of Youngsville has transformed 9 of their roundabouts into a dazzling display of Christmas themes, offering a fun way to get into the holiday spirit.

We have officially entered the holiday season and you be ready to start putting up your Christmas lights and decorations. You may come across a string of lights that appears to be burnt out and decide to throw them away and replace the burnt lights with new ones. What most people don't know is there is a viral Tiktok hack showing how to save those lights with a couple of simple steps

As the holiday season approaches, major retailers nationwide have revealed plans to keep their doors closed on Thanksgiving Day, emphasizing a focus on online sales while providing their employees a well-deserved break. Walmart, Target, and Best Buy are among the notable chains set to remain shuttered on November 23, marking a continued shift away from the trend of early Thanksgiving openings seen in previous years.

The process of thawing is crucial to ensure safe and even cooking, avoiding the risk of harmful bacteria. The timing for thawing a turkey varies based on its size, requiring careful consideration to achieve that perfectly cooked bird. Here's a comprehensive guide on when to thaw your turkey based on different sizes.

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, we can almost taste our grandma's rice dressing. While there is so much to look forward to we can't help but start to dread certain topics coming up at the dinner table. We asked our listeners what question they don't want to be asked at Thanksgiving and it's safe to say there are some commonly asked questions no one wants to answer because it makes everyone uncomfortable at the dinner table.

Are you prepared to immerse yourself in a Louisiana holiday spectacle like never before? Prepare to be dazzled as we unveil a Christmas lights road trip that promises to create unforgettable memories. Onlyinyourstate.com curated a breathtaking journey encompassing six remarkable displays across the state, each radiating its unique charm and holiday spirit. So, fuel up your car, mark your calendar, and set aside ample time, because this road trip calls for a few days of festive fun.

Do you have a deep love for holiday movies and enjoy snuggling up with timeless classics during the festive season? Well, here's your chance to turn your favorite pastime into a side hustle. CableTV.com is on the lookout for our next "Chief of Cheer," and the good news is, it pays $2,500 just for indulging in the joy of holiday movies.

Downtown Lafayette is set to sparkle this December as it brings back the much-anticipated 'Merry & Bright' Holiday Series.

Lafayette's own Parc de Oaks is ready to drag out the decorations and get decked out in holiday cheer as it prepares to hold its first annual Christmas celebration.

Lisa Angevine-Bergs, the executive director of the Connecticut Christmas Tree Growers Association, has revealed that the price of Christmas trees is likely to see a slight increase in the state this year. Last year, many farms had to raise their prices due to losses incurred during the drought of 2016, which led to lower inventory levels between 2021 and 2023.

Not everyone in South Louisiana wants to cook a big meal on Thanksgiving *GASP*. In fact, some prefer to dine out at restaurants, enjoying the holiday without the hassle of kitchen duty. This can be a practical choice for smaller families or individuals who want to avoid food waste and cleanup. Additionally, many restaurants offer special Thanksgiving menus, providing an opportunity to savor a professionally prepared feast.

A magical holiday park with ice skating and lots of attractions will be open to the public this holiday season in Youngsville.

To get ready for the Christmas season, the ice cream company Blue Bell is already prepared. Blue Bell has brought back two Christmas flavors to get ready for Christmas. Blue Bell has brought back the Egg Nog and Christmas Cookies flavors.

Holiday excitement is already in the air as Moncus Park announces the return of the enchanting "Christmas in the Park" festival for 2023