Caddo Parish

2026 Get Fit Thursday
2026-02-26 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, 5340 Jewella Avenue, Shreveport, LA, 71109, United States
Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation, in conjunction with Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church and local Fitness Instructors, is proud to offer a wide variety of free health and fitness classes. Health and Fitness Thursday’s goal is to promote and bring awareness to the importance of living and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Bring the entire family out for an evening of Dance Fitness, Line Dancing, Aerobics, walking, nutritional literacy information, and more on the following dates:
January 8, January 15, January 22, and January 29
February 5, February 12, February 19, and February 26
All sessions take place at Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
Wear comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle. An exercise mat and hand weights are also suggested.
The event is free to the public
Please consult your doctor before starting any exercise regimen and for modifications that best meet your individual needs. For additional information, contact Mary Murphy at (318) 220-6284 or mmurphy@caddo.gov.

Healthy Heart Health Fair
2026-02-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Legion Hills Community Center, 1004 S Pardue, Vivian, LA, 71082, United States
Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation, in conjunction with the Town of Vivian, will offer a Healthy Heart Health Fair to educate, promote awareness of, and its the long-term effects of day-to-day health issues, at Legion Hills Community, 1004 S. Pardue St., Vivian, LA. on February 26, 2026, from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. Health professionals will serve as guest presenters. Blood pressure checks, blood glucose, and wellness check services will be available on-site. Light fitness will be provided. Dress comfortably.
A HEALTHY lunch will be provided for the first 100 attendees. The health fair will be open to the community. Services to be offered will include:
1. AmeriHealth Caritas Louisiana is bringing Wellness to You
2. Blood Pressure and Glucose Checks
3. Programs provided by LSUS AGU
4. Screening and exam
5. Fitness to get the heart pumping
6. Services, health care resources, and information booths
For additional information, contact Mary Murphy at 318-220-6284 or mmurphy@caddo.gov.

OWL NIGHT RETURNS IN 2026 AT THE NEW WALTER B. JACOBS NATURE CENTER
2026-02-14 17:00 - 21:00 | Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park, 8012 Blanchard Furrh Road, Shreveport, LA, United States
Caddo Parish, LA – This year, Owl Night returns at the new Walter B. Jacobs Nature Center, promising a night filled with owls, nature, and nighttime discovery.
Join us on Saturday, February 14, 2026, from 5:00 to 9:00 PM at the Walter B. Jacobs Nature Center (8012 Blanchard Furrh Rd, Shreveport, LA 71107) for an evening designed for all ages. Owl Night invites the community to meet live owls, explore their nighttime world, and enjoy a wide range of hands-on and educational experiences. Admission is free and open to the public.
Owl Night features live owl encounters, owl-inspired art activities, guided night hikes, owl story time with Shreve Memorial Library, and naturalist presentations by local experts. Guests can also enjoy complimentary hot chocolate, make-your-own s’mores, and food trucks on site.
“We are excited to bring back one of our community’s most beloved events, and to our reimagined Nature Center,” said Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation Education Coordinator Anne Lutz. “Owl Night offers a variety of fun and engaging programming for the whole family, and we encourage everyone to come out, enjoy the activities and the new Nature Center,” said Lutz.
Local artists and vendors are a vital part of the unique atmosphere Owl Night is known for, and will be on site featuring their nature inspired art and items for sale.
For questions or more information, please call the Walter B. Jacobs Nature Center at (318) 929-2806.

Caddo Parish Spring Break Zombie Camp
2026-02-06 08:00 - 17:00
Zombie Apocalypse Youth Survival Camp is a fun, action-packed Spring Break experience for youth ages 8–14, hosted by Caddo Parish Parks & Recreation with support from the Shreveport Regional Arts Council. Campers will enjoy hands-on STEAM activities, engineering challenges, art, fitness, outdoor adventures, animals, and visits to local parks in a safe, engaging environment.
March 9–13, 2026 | 8 AM–5 PM
📍 Louisiana State Fairgrounds
💲 $75 per camper
Space is limited — register today at Parks & Recreation Main or www.caddoparks.org

Nature Ornament Workshop
2025-12-20 13:00 - 16:00 | American Rose Center, 8877 Jefferson Paige Rd, Shreveport, LA, 71119, United States
Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation & Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park are excited to host a festive Nature Ornament Workshop at the American Rose Center as part of the annual Christmas in Roseland celebration. This free, family-friendly event will take place on Sunday, December 20, from 1 PM to 4 PM, and offers a creative, eco-friendly way to celebrate the holiday season.
Hot Chocolate provided by Rhino Coffee. (while supplies last)
Participants of all ages are invited to craft unique holiday ornaments using natural and recycled materials, such as pinecones, twigs and acorns, in the delightful setting of the American Rose Center. Alongside the crafts, guests can enjoy complimentary hot chocolate and cookies while taking in the holiday atmosphere with family and friends.
Let us know you plan to come:https://forms.gle/Bv4JrTEiwiH3s2VZ8

North Caddo Summer Youth Basketball League Volunteers Needed
2025-12-08 00:00 - 2026-03-06 23:30
Caddo Parish and North Caddo Community Coalition (NC3) are seeking volunteer Coaches, Scorekeepers, and Officials for the North Caddo Summer Youth Basketball League. All volunteers are required to complete the following:
Complete Volunteer Application (which includes a background check) – forms.caddoparks.org
Youth Sports Coach Application – forms.caddoparks.org
The application must be completed by March 6, 2026.
For additional information contact Miguel Morris at (318) 402-5759 or Mary Murphy at (318) 220-6284 or mmurphy@caddo.gov.
