NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Pontchartrain Conservancy is hosting its 10th annual Lights on the Lake holiday celebration – a family-friendly, holiday event providing the best view of the annual West End Boat Parade on Saturday, Dec. 9.
Hosted at the New Canal Lighthouse (8001 Lakeshore Drive), the event runs from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., with the parade scheduled for 5:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. Dozens of local boat owners will decorate their vessels with wreaths, lights and holiday decorations and assemble at the New Canal Lighthouse before proceeding along Lakeshore Drive to Canal Boulevard and back, up and down the New Basin Canal, along Breakwater Drive and through the harbor.
“We are thrilled to welcome the community to our 10th Annual Lights on the Lake celebration,” said Kristi Trail, executive director of Pontchartrain Conservancy. “This holiday event allows us to showcase all that Pontchartrain Conservancy offers the community–against the backdrop of Lake Pontchartrain.”
Complimentary event parking is available at the Robert Shopping Center parking lot at 135 Allen Toussaint Blvd. behind Walgreens. Accessible shuttle service will be provided free of charge.
Lights on the Lake will also feature holiday shopping in the Pontchartrain Conservancy gift shop as well as fun, hands-on activities for the kids. Enjoy local food truck serving up treats on site. Hot chocolate as well as other festive drinks will be available for purchase.
This year’s entertainment lineup includes choirs and dancing performances. These performances will take place at the New Canal Lighthouse. In addition, holiday stilt walkers will greet guests upon arrival.
Admission for all is $10 (free for children five and under) and tickets to the event will be sold at the door and online. No pets or chairs are allowed.
All proceeds from Lights at the Lake will allow Pontchartrain Conservancy to continue its mission to drive environmental sustainability and stewardship through scientific research, education and advocacy, as well as offering education and outreach opportunities through the New Canal Lighthouse.
As part of a grant from Keep Louisiana Beautiful, this year’s Lights on the Lake celebration will reduce litter and increase recycling during the event. This partnership allows Pontchartrain Conservancy to further its commitment to a sustainable and beautiful Louisiana.
For more information about the event and to purchase tickets, visit https://scienceforourcoast.org
