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1 2018 FAN GUIDE THURSDAY, DECEMBER 27 12:30 P.M. CT KICKOFF FOLLOW INDYBOWL! (318) (888) 414-BOWL WalkOnsIndependenceBowl.com

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3 TABLE OF CONTENTS 2018 FAN GUIDE >>> 2018 WALK-ON S INDEPENDENCE BOWL FANS, On behalf of the Walk-On s Independence Bowl and the Independence Bowl Foundation, we are pleased to present to you the 2018 Fan Guide. In the Fan Guide, you will find information on tickets and gates, parking and shuttles, bowl week events, Independence Stadium, the Shreveport-Bossier City area and much more. We wish you safe travels to Shreveport and hope you enjoy some of Shreveport-Bossier s finest restaurants and destinations listed in the Fan Guide. We greatly appreciate your support for the Walk-On s Independence Bowl and hope you enjoy the game! WHAT S INSIDE Public Events Block Party... 6 Ticket and Gate Information... 8 Parking Information and Map Great Raft Brewing After Party Game Day Shuttle General Stadium Information Corporate Partners Restaurant Partners In The Community All-Time Results Shreveport-Bossier For more information and news, follow us on social media or visit >>> WALKONSINDEPENDENCEBOWL.COM 1

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6 2018 FAN GUIDE PUBLIC EVENTS >>> Sunday, December 23 Big Game Show presented by Mike and Judy McCarthy Shreveport Municipal Auditorium - Doors Open 5:15 p.m. Show Begins 5:30 p.m. Tickets - $5 Before the teams take to the gridiron on December 27, they will have to battle it out in the Big Game Show. Coaches and players from both teams will compete in an array of game show-style competitions, and the audience will have a chance to participate too! Monday, December 24 FCA Breakfast Shreveport Convention Center - 7:30 a.m. Tickets - $10 The annual Fellowship of Christian Athletes Breakfast is presented each year for the participating teams and their coaching and administrative staffs. Hosted by the NWLA FCA Chapter, this event annually hosts more than 500 guests, offering breakfast, and featured speakers who give their personal testimonies. Wednesday, December 26 Pub Crawl Downtown Shreveport - 5 p.m. Locations: Various locations in downtown Shreveport. Stay tuned to Facebook and Instagram (@IndyBowl) for details! Mardi Gras Preview Parade & Pep Rally Louisiana Boardwalk through Downtown Shreveport - 6 p.m. The FREE Mardi Gras Preview Parade will be bigger and better than ever, featuring the bands, cheerleaders and mascots from each team, as well as Mardi Gras floats and other festivities down the main street of the Boardwalk and through Downtown Shreveport. Each team s band will play in the Pep Rally to lead into the Block Party concert in the Red River District! Block Party Red River District - 8 p.m. Back for its second year is the Block Party in the Red River District, highlighted by a FREE concert. The Block Party is presented by Delta Sunshine Brewing, Glazer Beer, Metro by T-Mobile and the Shreveport-Bossier Sports Commission & Tourist Bureau. Stay tuned to WalkOnsIndependenceBowl.com and social media (@IndyBowl) for more details on the Rally on the Red! >>> 4 WALKONSINDEPENDENCEBOWL.COM

7 PUBLIC EVENTS 2018 FAN GUIDE >>> Thursday, December 27 Coca-Cola Fan Fest & Gumbo Cookoff with Chef John Folse Louisiana State Fair Grounds - 9 a.m p.m. Bring the family for this event at the Louisiana State Fair Grounds, featuring local cuisine, live music, inflatable games and more! The Coca-Cola Fan Fest for the 2018 Walk-On s Independence Bowl will feature Chef John Folse attempting to break the record for the world s largest pot of gumbo. Chef Folse will attempt to cook 6,500 pounds of gumbo to reclaim the record he once held. Bowls of gumbo will be sold for $5, with proceeds going toward the Fisher House Foundation to help military and veterans families. Walk-On s Independence Bowl Independence Stadium 12:30 p.m. Kickoff Tickets - $30, $45, $200 Post-Game Ice Skating Hirsch Coliseum - Following the Game Make the short walk to Hirsch Coliseum at the conclusion of the Walk-On s Independence Bowl for FREE ice skating (with your Independence Bowl ticket stub) at George s Pond! After Party Great Raft Brewing - Post-Game - 10 p.m. The party in town on December 27 is at Independence Stadium, and the After Party is at Great Raft Brewing! Head to the Great Raft taproom at 1251 Dalzell Street in Shreveport for great local beer, live music and food trucks. *For more information on events, visit WalkOnsIndependenceBowl.com. >>> WALKONSINDEPENDENCEBOWL.COM 5

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10 2018 FAN GUIDE TICKET & GATE INFO >>> NCAA PLAYER GUEST TICKET GATE The NCAA Player Ticket Gate is located on the West side of Independence Stadium between gates #2 and #3, next to the elevator. These gates will open at 10:30 a.m. WILL CALL Will Call is located in the northeast ticket booth, near Gate 4. Picture ID is required. GATE INFORMATION For the most direct and efficient access to your seat, please enter the stadium through the gate indicated on your ticket. All gates open two (2) hours prior to kickoff (10:30 a.m.) IF YOU HOLD A TICKET FOR SECTION: Use Gate # Use Gate # Use Gate # Use Gate # Use Gate # Use Gate # Use Gate # Use Gate #2 >>> 8 WALKONSINDEPENDENCEBOWL.COM

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12 2018 FAN GUIDE PARKING INFO >>> A limited number of reserved parking spaces adjacent to Independence Stadium are available for $25 each, or fans can pre-purchase Blue Lot parking passes for $10. Both can be purchased through the bowl office, by calling (888) 414-BOWL (2695), or through the bowl website at WalkOnsIndependenceBowl.com. Cash-only parking lots are available around the State Fair Grounds and will be open on game day. Parking in these lots is $15. There will be a limited number of available spaces. Charter bus and limousine passes are $50 each and can be purchased through the State Fair Office by calling (318) A parking layout is included in this brochure on Page 11 as a guide to reserved and open parking lots. HANDICAP PARKING Handicap parking costs $10 and is located adjacent to the north side of Independence Stadium in a designated lot, as well as on the north side of Hirsch Coliseum. RV PARKING RV spaces are available on the Louisiana State Fair Grounds. The price, including hook-up is $50 per day. To make reservations for RV space contact the State Fair Office at (318) TAILGATING The White Lot, conveniently located northeast of Independence Stadium, has been reserved for tailgate parties. The price is $25 per parking space. To make reservations for tailgating space, contact the State Fair Office at (318) Grass Tailgate Areas can be purchased through the State Fair Office and the price depends on the amount of space. Tailgating parties are not permitted in General Parking (Blue, Silver, Gold, Brown, Red, or Orange Lots). DIRECTIONS TO INDEPENDENCE STADIUM From the West on I-20: Take I-20 east to the Jewella Avenue or Hearne Avenue exits. Take either exit and turn left. Follow directions according to accompanying map for parking entrances. From the East on I-20: Take I-20 west to the Hearne Avenue or Jewella Avenue exits. Take either exit and turn right. Follow directions according to accompanying map for parking entrances. From the South on I-49: Take I-20 west to Dallas. Take either the Hearne Avenue or Jewella Avenue exits and turn right. Follow directions according to accompanying map for parking entrances. >>> 10 WALKONSINDEPENDENCEBOWL.COM

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16 2018 FAN GUIDE GAME DAY SHUTTLE >>> Shuttles will run from Mall St. Vincent in Shreveport, and Pierre Bossier Mall in Bossier City, to Independence Stadium and back. Security will be provided. A $5 round-trip charge will apply, but kids 12 and under ride for free. The shuttles will run from 9:30 a.m. until one hour after the conclusion of the game (Times subject to change; check WalkOnsIndependenceBowl.com for updates). Go to WalkOnsIndependenceBowl.com for shuttle times, or call the Bowl Office toll free at (888) 414-BOWL (2695) or (318) The drop-off and pick-up location will be at Greenwood Rd. PA Announcements and signage will remind shuttle riders of the post-game pick-up location. Directions to Mall St. Vincent from the South: 1. Northbound on I I-49 to Kings Hwy. exit 3. Right onto Kings Hwy. 4. Right onto Mall St. Vincent Ave. 5. Mall St. Vincent is on the left Directions to Mall St. Vincent from the West: 1. Eastbound on I Exit 17B to I-49 south 3. I-49 South Kings Hwy. First exit on the right. 4. Left onto Kings Hwy. 5. Right onto Mall St. Vincent Ave. 6. Mall St. Vincent is on the left Directions to Mall St. Vincent from the East: 1. Westbound on I Exit 17B to I-49 south 3. I-49 South Kings Hwy. First exit on the right. 4. Left onto Kings Hwy. 5. Right onto Mall St. Vincent Ave. 6. Mall St. Vincent is on the left Directions to Pierre Bossier Mall from the East: 1. Westbound on I I-20 to Airline Drive Exit #22 3. Right onto Airline Drive 4. Pierre Bossier Mall is on the left Directions to Pierre Bossier Mall from the West: 1. Eastbound on I I-20 to Airline Drive Exit #22 3. Left onto Airline Drive 4. Pierre Bossier Mall is on the left >>> 14 WALKONSINDEPENDENCEBOWL.COM

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20 2018 FAN GUIDE GENERAL STADIUM INFORMATION >>> ATM s Automated Teller Machines will be available in the parking/tailgating areas outside of the stadium on the State Fair Grounds. ATM s will be located inside Independence Stadium as well. FIRST AID Independence Stadium will have Shreveport Fire/ EMS representatives present throughout the game. To request assistance, see the nearest gate agent or Shreveport Police officer. HANDICAP ASSISTANCE Ticket holders needing handicap assistance to their seats can use the elevators located on the south side of Independence Stadium, and golf carts will be available at the bottom of the ramps to assist east side ticket holders. LOST AND FOUND Lost and Found is located in the southwest corner of Independence Stadium at the Security Office. For further assistance, contact the nearest Shreveport Police Officer or usher. LOST PATRONS Lost patrons should contact the nearest police officer who will escort them to the Security Office, located in the southwest corner of the stadium. PROHIBITED ITEMS The following items are prohibited inside Independence Stadium: Firearms Knives Straight Blades Pocket Tools Mace Tazer/Stun Guns Ice Chests or Coolers Umbrellas Banners or Signs Video Cameras E-cigarettes Drones Telephoto lenses more than 6 inches in length Outside Food or Drink (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) Oversize Bags (Bags must fit in 12 x 12 box. All bags are subject to search.) Smoking and vaping are NOT permitted inside the stadium >>> 18 WALKONSINDEPENDENCEBOWL.COM

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22 2018 FAN GUIDE >>> Title Walk-On s Bistreaux & Bar Commander-in-Chief City of Shreveport State of Louisiana Chief of Staff Gateway Tire & Service Centers Louisiana Seafood Shreveport-Bossier Sports Commission/ Convention & Tourist Bureau Willis-Knighton Health System 5-Star General Alpha Media - Shreveport Caddo Parish Commission Coca-Cola Bottling Company United Digivision Eagle Distributing Greater Bossier Economic Development KSLA Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry Metro PCS Mike and Judy McCarthy New Car Dealers Association Townsquare Media Universal Plumbing Wilhite Electric 4-Star General AEP SWEPCO C.F. Biggs Co., Inc. Cubby Hole Louisiana Delta Sunshine Brewing Frito Lay Glazer s Beer and Beverage of Louisiana, LLC Hand Construction Hilton Shreveport Ivan Smith Furniture Jean Simpson Kalmbach Smith Meadows KTAL KTBS/KPXJ Louisiana Lottery Corporation Louisiana Restaurant Association Miracle 89.1/The Promise 90.7 Module X Solutions Morehead Pools 20 WALKONSINDEPENDENCEBOWL.COM CORPORATE PARTNERS Origin Bank Petroleum Club Porter s Fine Dry Cleaning Raising Cane s Republic Services Rogers Advertising Sam s Town Shreveport Airport Authority Shreveport Rubber & Gasket Co. Southland Printing Sports World Squire Creek Country Club & Development Valveworks USA VIP Travel Wieland 3-Star General 2John s Steak & Seafood Air Force Sergeants Association AutoBody Express - Bossier City Barksdale Federal Credit Union Bistro To Go Blanchard, Walker, O Quinn & Roberts Blue Cross Blue Shield Bossier Chamber of Commerce Capital One Bank Cary Camp Outdoor Centerpoint Energy Chase Bank Chemtrade Logistics Citizens National Bank Community Bank Dethloff & Associates, Inc. Diesel Driving Academy Down Home Meats Electric Supply Company Fire Sprinkler Services Fire Tech Systems First Baptist Bossier First Security Title of Monroe Golf Carts of Louisiana Great Raft Brewing Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce Hamm Mechanical Heard, McElroy & Vestal Hilton Garden Inn/ Homewood Suites HoneyBaked Ham Co. & Café Hummer & Son Honey Farm Johnny s Catfish & Seafood KASO/KBEF KGAS Radio FM Kilpatrick s Rose- Neath Funeral Home KMHT Radio Krewe of Gemini Libbey Glass MersaTech Music Mountain Orangetheory Fitness The Payne Company Progressive Bank Raymond James RBM Read King Regions Bank Shaver s Crawfish & Catering Shreveport Convention Center Shreveport Green Signs at Work Silver Star Smokehouse Superior Grill TEG Architects Thrifty Liquor United Tile Company Veteran s Bingo Parlor 2-Star General Ace Digital, LLC Arthur J Gallagher Bernard Insurance Agency - Tony Papa Bossier Press Tribune CDM Smith, Inc. ESPN 97.7 Evans & Franklin Fleming Subway Frank s Pizza Harrington House Ice House Distributing Innovative Office Systems Johnny s Pizza Linda C. Sell, CPA Little Works in Progress Litton Mortgage Lusk Eye Specialists Osborn Funeral Home Savoie s Signarama Southern Research, Inc. Special Risk Associates State Fair of Louisiana Twisted Root Burger Co. Vintage Title >>>

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24 2018 FAN GUIDE RESTAURANT PARTNERS >>> 7031 Youree Dr. Shreveport, LA (318) John s Steak & Seafood 2151 Airline Dr. Bossier City, LA (318) johnsrestaurant.com Bistro To Go 748 Lassus St. Shreveport, LA (318) Texas St. Shreveport, LA (318) Frank s Pizza Napoletana 6950 Fern Ave. Shreveport, LA (318) frankspizzanapoletana.com Honey Baked Ham Co. & Cafe 5739 Youree Dr. Shreveport, LA (318) Johnny s Catfish & Seafood 5130 W Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Shreveport, LA (318) Johnny s Pizza House 3915 Gilbert Dr, Shreveport, LA E Preston Ave, Shreveport, LA N Market St, Shreveport, LA Greenwood Rd Ste 300, Shreveport, LA Youree Dr Ste C, Shreveport, LA Colquitt Rd, Shreveport, LA Hwy 1, S-10, Shreveport, LA walk-ons.com 310 Airline Dr. Bossier City, LA (318) Johnny s Pizza House 4100 Barksdale Blvd Ste 121, Bossier City, LA Arline Dr, Bossier City, LA Benton Spur, Bossier City, LA Raising Cane s 1046 Kings Hwy., Shreveport, LA Youree Dr., Shreveport, LA Mansfield Rd. Shreveport, LA Pines Rd., Shreveport, LA E Texas St #66, Bossier City, LA Airline Dr., Bossier City, LA Shaver s Crawfish & Catering 270 Ockley Dr Shreveport, LA (318) Silver Star Smokehouse 1201 Dixie Overland Rd. Bossier City, LA (318) Superior Grill 6123 Line Ave. Shreveport, LA (318) Twisted Root Burger Co Line Ave. Shreveport, LA (318) Airline Dr. Bossier City, LA (318) >>> 22 WALKONSINDEPENDENCEBOWL.COM

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26 2018 FAN GUIDE IN THE COMMUNITY >>> COMMUNITY SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP For the 13th-straight year, Willis-Knighton Health System has partnered with the Independence Bowl Foundation to present a $2,500 scholarship to graduating seniors from each Caddo and Bossier Parishes. The scholarship is awarded based not only on academic success, but also on a commitment to improving their community through service. YOUTH FOOTBALL CLINIC Every summer, the Walk-On s Independence Bowl hosts a FREE Youth Football Clinic for area children at Independence Stadium. Participants receive the opportunity to learn from college football coaches from across the region, as well as current and former college players. In 2018, more than 300 kids participated in the Youth Football Clinic, and All-American LSU linebacker Devin White served as one of the clinic s coaches. SHOW YOUR INDEPENDENCE ART CONTEST Seven years ago, the Walk-On s Independence Bowl started the Show Your Independence Art Contest, which asks local elementary school kids to draw what the word Independence means to them. Winners are selected from each grade level at each school and given two tickets to the Walk-On s Independence Bowl, and their artwork is put on display at Independence Stadium during the game. KID COMBINE PRESENTED BY RAISING CANE S In it s second year, the Kid Combine takes aspects of the NFL Combine, and allows kids to participate. The kids compete in The 40, The Shuttle, The Throw and The Catch, along with two new events for 2018, The Ladder and The Tackling Bags. The top performers at the end of the year will have an opportunity to compete in drills on the Independence Stadium field during the 2018 Walk-On s Independence Bowl. The Kid Combine was held at two community events, Crawfest and Wheels in the Hills. >>> 24 WALKONSINDEPENDENCEBOWL.COM

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28 2018 FAN GUIDE ALL-TIME RESULTS >>> Date Schools/Scores Attendance Dec. 27, 2017 Florida State 42, Southern Miss 13 33, 601 Dec. 26, 2016 NC State 41, Vanderbilt 17 28,995 Dec. 26, 2015 Virginia Tech 55, Tulsa 52 31,289 Dec. 27, 2014 South Carolina 24, Miami (FL) 21 38,242 Dec. 31, 2013 Arizona 42, Boston College 19 36,917 Dec. 28, 2012 Ohio 45, Louisiana-Monroe 14 41,853 Dec. 26, 2011 Missouri 41, North Carolina 24 41,728 Dec. 27, 2010 Air Force 14, Georgia Tech 7 39,362 Dec. 28, 2009 Georgia 44, Texas A&M 20 49,653 Dec. 28, 2008 Louisiana Tech 17, N. Illinois 10 41,567 Dec. 30, 2007 Alabama 30, Colorado 24 47,043 Dec. 28, 2006 Oklahoma State 34, Alabama 31 45,054 Dec. 30, 2005 Missouri 38, South Carolina 31 41,332 Dec. 28, 2004 Iowa State 17, Miami Univ ,076 Dec. 31, 2003 Arkansas 27, Missouri 14 49,625 Dec. 27, 2002 Ole Miss 27, Nebraska 23 46,096 Dec. 27, 2001 Alabama 14, Iowa State 13 45,627 Dec. 31, 2000 Miss. State 43, Texas A&M 41 (OT) 36,974 Dec. 31, 1999 Ole Miss 27, Oklahoma 25 49,873 Dec. 31, 1998 Ole Miss 35, Texas Tech 18 46,862 Dec. 28, 1997 LSU 27, Notre Dame 9 50,459 Dec. 31, 1996 Auburn 32, Army 29 41,366 Dec. 29, 1995 LSU 45, Michigan State 26 48,835 Dec. 28, 1994 Virginia 20, TCU 10 36,192 Dec. 31, 1993 Virginia Tech 45, Indiana 20 33,819 Dec. 31, 1992 Wake Forest 39, Oregon 35 31,337 Dec. 29, 1991 Georgia 24, Arkansas 15 46,932 Dec. 15, 1990 Louisiana Tech 34, Maryland 34 48,325 Dec. 16, 1989 Oregon 27, Tulsa 24 44,621 Dec. 23, 1988 Southern Miss 38, UTEP 18 20,242 Dec. 19, 1987 Washington 24, Tulane 12 44,683 Dec. 20, 1986 Ole Miss 20, Texas Tech 17 46,369 Dec. 21, 1985 Minnesota 20, Clemson 13 42,845 Dec. 15, 1984 Air Force 23, Virginia Tech 7 45,034 Dec. 10, 1983 Air Force 9, Ole Miss 3 41,274 Dec. 11, 1982 Wisconsin 14, Kansas State 3 46,244 Dec. 12, 1981 Texas A&M 33, Oklahoma State 16 48,600 Dec. 13, 1980 Southern Miss 16, McNeese St ,600 Dec. 15, 1979 Syracuse 31, McNeese St. 7 27,234 Dec. 16, 1978 E. Carolina 35, Louisiana Tech 13 31,054 Dec. 17, 1977 Louisiana Tech 24, Louisville 14 22,223 Dec. 13, 1976 McNeese St. 20, Tulsa 16 19,164 >>> 26 WALKONSINDEPENDENCEBOWL.COM

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30 Welcome, 2018 Walk-On s Independence Bowl Fans! We re glad that you are joining us for one of the most exciting annual events in Shreveport-Bossier. During your visit, we encourage you to make time to enjoy some of the great things to see, do, taste and experience in Louisiana s Other Side. Whether you re a food lover, a craft beer connoisseur, a live music fanatic or a family seeking all-ages fun, we ve got plenty to keep you entertained before and after the game. Make plans for your bowl week or a future visit to Shreveport-Bossier! For an up-to-date list of upcoming festivals and events, visit Guide.com. To learn more about hotels, restaurants and things to do in Shreveport-Bossier, visit For help planning your trip or to request a free copy of the Official Visitors Guide to Shreveport-Bossier, give us a call at (800) Social media users: Follow us on Twitter or like us on Facebook at UPCOMING SHREVEPORT-BOSSIER EVENTS December 29 - Last Beer of the Year Celebrate the New Year with a pint of craft beer at Great Raft Brewing, located at 1251 Dalzell St., Shreveport. This event features live music, food, dancing, fireworks, and a complementary toast. Admission is free. Visit or call (318) for more information. January 21, Krewe of Harambee Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Mardi Gras Parade Parade begins at Milam and Texas Street and ends at Municipal Auditorium in downtown Shreveport. Celebrating the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. in Mardi Gras style, this family-friendly parade features marching bands, dancers, stilt-walkers, dozens of floats, and more. Admission is free. Visit for information. February 23, Krewe of Centaur Parade Parade begins in downtown Shreveport and follows Clyde Fant Parkway south, turns right onto Shreveport-Barksdale Highway and ends in the Broadmoor neighborhood at East Kings Highway Park. One of the largest parades in Louisiana, the Krewe of Centaur rolls 10 days before Fat Tuesday and features marching bands, brightly colored floats, and more. Admission is free. Head to for information. February 23, th Annual Red River Mardi Gras Bash Corner of Lake Street and Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport Groups of 10 or more will enjoy this exclusive tent party and front row experience to the Krewe of Centaur parade, live entertainment, king cake, Creole and Cajun food, and t-shirt. Tickets are $40. Visit or call for information.

31 February 24, Krewe of Barkus and Meoux Pet Parade Events on the Red, 2000 Reeves Marine Dr., Bossier City. Drawing more than 10,000 spectators a year, this huge parade of costumed pets is a chance for festive pet owners to celebrate Mardi Gras with their fur babies. Register your pet online. Admission is free. Visit for more information. March 2, Krewe of Gemini Parade Parade begins in downtown Shreveport, follows Clyde Fant Parkway south, turns right onto Shreveport-Barksdale Highway and ends in the Broadmoor neighborhood at East Kings Highway Park. Parade attendees can catch limitless beads, trinkets, stuffed animals, toys and more from masked revelers on floats as they yell the age-old cry, Throw me something, Mister! Admission is free. Go to for more information. March 3, Krewe of Highland Parade The parade begins at the intersection of Gregg Avenue and Gilbert Drive in Shreveport and rolls through the historic Highland neighborhood. Shreveport s most eccentric krewe welcomes everyone to attend this funky, family-friendly neighborhood parade, which is famous for its unpredictable throws including ramen noodles, moon pies and hot dogs. Admission is free. More information at March 5, Annual Children s Mardi Gras Parade Local businesses and Mardi Gras Krewes will parade around the parking lot of Pierre Bossier Mall. The parade will be a safe, entertaining and interactive event for children. Admission is Free. Head to for more details. March 9, Ark-La-Tex Craft Beer and BBQ Festival Come join us as we once again celebrate the marriage of craft beer and BBQ at the second annual Ark-La-Tex Craft Beer and BBQ Festival - with a few additions to make this an even more enjoyable event! This includes a Friday night steak competition, educational seminars about craft beer and barbecue, a Saturday morning 5K, Beer Mile, live evening music, a corn hole tournament, and not to mention a Mudbug Hockey game or two. Admission is $75. For tickets and more information, head to www. arklatexcraftbeerandbbq.com. March 16, Pink: Beautiful Trauma World Tour Pink will perform at the CenturyLink Center in Bossier City at 8 p.m. on Saturday, March 16, The CenturyLink Center Ticketmaster venue pre-sale begins May 10, 2018, from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. Use password PARTY to purchase tickets during that time. Beginning May 11, 2018 at 10 a.m. tickets will be available for purchase at the CenturyLink Center Box Office, at all Ticketmaster outlets, and Or, you may charge by phone by calling: Admission ranges from $43.45-$ Head to for more information. March 18-23, Restaurant Week 318 Restaurant Week, an initiative launched in 2016 by the Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau and its partners, returns March 18-23, Numerous restaurants offer lunch and dinner specials throughout the week along with some special, one-night-only dining experiences. Participating restaurants range from very casual eateries to more upscale restaurants. Admission from $10-$50. More information at

32 SHREVEPORT-BOSSIER - SPORTS CAPITAL OF LOUISIANA With great venues, entertainment, accommodations and restaurants, it s no wonder that sports lovers are big fans of the destination! January 4-5 ALAS Regional Archery at Shreveport Convention Center Feb. 8-9 LHSAA State Wrestling Championships at CenturyLink Center March 5-9 NJCAA Region XIV Basketball Tournament at Centenary Gold Dome March 16 Louisiana High School All-Star Boys and Girls Basketball Games at Bossier Parish Community College March Kayak Bass Fishing National Championship on various bodies of water April 5-6 ALAS State Archery at Shreveport Convention Center April USSSA Super NIT at Area Fields April Regional Jr. Olympics & Senior Boxing Location TBD May Louisiana Governor s Classic Boxing May Fit for Life Weekend at Shreveport Convention Center June 3-5 LHSCA Annual Coaches Convention at Shreveport Convention Center 2019 EVENTS June AJGA - David Toms Foundation Shreveport Junior All-Stars at Southern Trace Country Club June North American Sport Taekwondo Association Location TBD July SE Regionals Hot Air Balloon Competition Area Wide July Red River Balloon Rally on the campus of LSUS July UTA Taekwondo Nationals and International at George s Pond (Hirsch) Sept. 5-7 Battle on the Border High School Football Showcase at Independence Stadium Oct. Heroes 5K Run and Half Marathon Downtown Shreveport-Bossier Nov. LRCA Finals Rodeo at Hirsch Memorial Coliseum Nov. Battle on the Hardwood High School Basketball at Area Gyms Dec. 14 Shreveport-Bossier Holiday Classic at Centenary Gold Dome Dec. Wodgodz (Crossfit) at Shreveport Convention Center Dec. Walk-On s Independence Bowl at Independence Stadium For more information call or visit our website Teaming up with our community to bring sporting events to Shreveport-Bossier City, Caddo and Bossier Parishes. A division of the Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau in partnership with the City of Shreveport, City of Bossier City, Caddo Parish Commission, Bossier Parish Police Jury and Red River Waterway Commission.

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34 Chef Hardette Harris - Established the official meal of North Louisiana, the second official state meal in the U.S. - Named one of Louisiana Life Magazine s Louisianans of the Year in 2018 and named as one of the Best Small Town Chefs of 2017 by Country Roads Magazine Culinary Experiences Lunch or Dinner Culinary Experiences that include a cooking demo of North Louisiana s favorite, hot water cornbread! For more informaaon or to book your group! foodtourslouisiana@gmail.com - Call (318)

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