Lake Charles Stories: #VisitLakeCharles Photo of the Month Highlights Historic Bicentennial Mural

Every crawfish season, locals and visitors flock to Lake Charles restaurants and boil spots for pounds of fresh, spicy goodness. Social media explodes with platters of these Louisiana favorites—and were here for it! One photo truly stole the show. First-time visitor Tammilee captured this adorable crawfish "love fest" at Seafood Palace. Look closely—that crawdad even appears to be hugging the ear of corn! "This photo was shot at Seafood Palace before we indulged in a giant fe

Embracing spontaneity can be challenging for planners like me, but this months #VisitLakeCharles Photo of the Month beautifully illustrates its rewards. Wildlife photographer Jamie Beauxis shares how the unpredictability of nature creates unforgettable moments. “On any given wildlife photography trip, I never really know what nature is going to provide, but its usually good. As I made a pass on Pintail Wildlife Drive one evening, I got to a spot where the setting sun was shining on a roseate

The Habibi Shrine Circus, a Circus with a Purpose, is returning to Lake Charles for exciting family fun. Families who enjoy circus spectacles will find plenty to love, from breathtaking daredevil stunts to graceful aerial performers soaring overhead. Photo: Circus United Clowns deliver laughs guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages. Photo: Circus United Habibi Shriners Facebook Animal lovers will enjoy trained dogs, Bengal tigers, dancing bears, and majestic elephants. Photo: Circ