Moncus Park will once again transform into a holiday wonderland as Christmas in the Park, presented by First Horizon Bank, returns for three magical nights on Friday, December 12 through Sunday, December 14. This beloved Acadiana tradition welcomes families of all ages to experience festive lights, live entertainment, snow sledding, Santa visits, holiday treats, and more.
Each evening, guests can enjoy free family programming, live music, festive food trucks, and special activities throughout the park. Christmas in the Park is also one of Moncus Park’s largest annual fundraisers, supporting year-round operations, maintenance, safety, and environmental care of the 100-acre nonprofit greenspace.
“Christmas in the Park is a celebration of community,” said JP MacFadyen, Executive Director of Moncus Park. “Seeing families and friends come together, year after year, reminds us why this park exists. This event is made possible by the people who love this space and the partners who believe in what it brings to Acadiana.”
Event Details
• Dates: December 12–14, 2025
• Time: 6:00 PM–9:00 PM nightly
• Location: Moncus Park, 2913 Johnston St., Lafayette, LA
• Cost: Admission is free; select activities may require a fee
Event Highlights
• Live music nightly featuring regional favorites
• Photos with Santa
• Free Snow Sledding down the small hill, sponsored by Our Lady of Lourdes Women & Children’s Hospital
• Free kids’ activities and festive experiences throughout the park
• Food trucks, sweet treats, and warm seasonal beverages
• Light displays, including the fan-favorite Light Tunnel
• A designated Sensory Zone offering a calmer, low-stimulation area for guests
2025 Entertainment Schedule
• Friday, Dec 12: That Bad & The Skyliners Big Band Jazz
• Saturday, Dec 13: Lost Bayou Ramblers with special guests
• Sunday, Dec 14: ELF on the Big Screen
Parking Information
Free parking is available at Blackham Coliseum (2330 Johnston St., Lafayette, LA 70503), with a complimentary and ADA-accessible shuttle provided by Service Chevrolet Cadillac. On-site parking at Moncus Park is available for $20 per vehicle as part of the event fundraiser. The park strongly advises guests not to park in nearby private lots or businesses, as towing is actively enforced by third-party companies.
For more information, visit moncuspark.org/christmas.
Moncus Park thanks the sponsors and partners who make Christmas in the Park possible, including First Horizon Bank, Acadiana Bottling Company, Service Chevrolet Cadillac, Darnall Sikes & Frederick, Darnall Sikes Wealth Partners, Our Lady of Lourdes Children’s Health, Patrick Reische Gray Memorial Fund, RADER, Rouses Markets, Love Our Schools, William C. Schumacher Family Foundation, Whataburger, New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation, Party Central, LUS Fiber, Cajun Carts, KLFY 10 News, Cumulus Media, Town Planner, The Current, and Redbox+ Dumpsters of Lafayette.
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