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24/7 in Walker: A guide to what's
happening in the community
Ongoing
[ Saturdays | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ]
Honoring Those Who Serve, a new exhibit at The Walker Museum, 29350 Walker South Road. This unique collection of historical military memorabilia from all four branches of our armed forces is on loan from generous families throughout South Louisiana. See treasures from the military in action at war and in peace throughout history, including uniforms, weapons, enlistment posters, shell casings, flags, medals of honor, photographs and more. The exhibit is made possible in part through a grant from the Livingston Parish Convention & Visitors Bureau. For more information about The Walker Museum & Community Art Gallery, click here.
February
[ February 1-28 ]
Registration for Walker Parks & Recreation TBall, Baseball & Softball. For all the details, as well as a registration form, click here.
[ February 4 | 1 p.m. ]
Mardi Gras Parade
Tthe City of Walker is once again celebrating the Mardi Gras season with a parade – one that’s completely family friendly. The event is scheduled for 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4. The parade will feature festive floats, antique cars, horseback riders, marching bands, dancers and other performers. Participation in the parade is free and open to anyone. Those interested in marching should contact the City of Walker at 225-665-4356 no later than Thursday, Feb. 3. Participants should plan to line up no later than 11 a.m. the day of the parade. To read more, click here. For a mandatory parade registration form, click here.
[ February 13 | 6 p.m. ]
Planning & Zoning Meeting
Walker Municipal Building, 10136 Florida Blvd.
[ February 13 | 7 p.m. ]
City Council Meeting
Walker Municipal Building, 10136 Florida Blvd.
[ February 20-21 ]
Livingston Parish Schools closed in observance of Mardi Gras.
[ February 22 ]
Last date to register to vote in the March 24 Presidential Preference Primary election. For all the information about registering to vote — including a registration form — click here. For an explanation of the Presidential Preference Primary, click here.
March
[ March 12-17 | 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. ]
Livingston Parish Registrar of Voters Office
29938 South Magnolia Street in Livingston
Early voting for the March 24 Presidential Preference Primary election. For an explanation of the Presidential Preference Primary, click here.
[ March 12 | 6 p.m. ]
Planning & Zoning Meeting
Walker Municipal Building, 10136 Florida Blvd.
[ March 12 | 7 p.m. ]
City Council Meeting
Walker Municipal Building, 10136 Florida Blvd.
[ March 24 | 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. ]
Polls open for the Presidential Preference Primary election. For an explanation of the Presidential Preference Primary, click here.
April
[ April 2-6 ]
Livingston Parish Schools closed in observance of Easter.
[ April 9 | 6 p.m. ]
Planning & Zoning Meeting
Walker Municipal Building, 10136 Florida Blvd.
[ April 9 | 7 p.m. ]
City Council Meeting
Walker Municipal Building, 10136 Florida Blvd.
[ April 21 | 7 a.m. ]
March of Dimes March for Babies
Sidney Hutchinson Park
May
[ May 14 | 6 p.m. ]
Planning & Zoning Meeting
Walker Municipal Building, 10136 Florida Blvd.
[ May 14 | 7 p.m. ]
City Council Meeting
Walker Municipal Building, 10136 Florida Blvd.
[ May 14-18 ]
VOTER REGISTRATION WEEK
Get registered to vote in the presidential and City of Walker election this year. For all the information about registering to vote — including a registration form — click here.
[ May 23 ]
Livingston Parish Schools last day of school.
[ May 28 ]
Municipal offices closed in observance of Memorial Day.
June
[ June 4 through July 27 ]
Summer Art Camps For Kids
The Walker Museum
& Community Art Gallery
29350 Walker South Road
Children can explore their artistic side at the City of Walker & The Walker Museum Community Art Gallery’s second annual Summer Art Camps for Kids. There’s a little something for everyone in these affordable classes for kids of a variety of ages taught by some of the best artists and educators in the community. Course fees begin at $20 per session, which includes all or most supplies. Each class size is limited to 10, providing participants with valuable one-on-one time with the artist. All classes will be held in The Walker Museum Community Art Gallery, 29350 Walker South Road in Walker. Detailed course schedule announced and online registration begins in May.
[ June 11 | 6 p.m. ]
Planning & Zoning Meeting
Walker Municipal Building, 10136 Florida Blvd.
[ June 11 | 7 p.m. ]
City Council Meeting
Walker Municipal Building, 10136 Florida Blvd.
[ June 30 | 4-9 p.m. ]
CityFest & Fireworks
Sidney Hutchinson Park
Celebrate an old-fashioned Independence Day at the City of Walker’s CityFest. The event begins at 4 p.m. Saturday, June 30, at Sidney Hutchinson Park. Look for plenty of activities for children, including inflatables, a giant water slide, hot-air balloons, train rides and more. We’ll also have an assortment of treats, including snowballs, barbecue, jambalaya and more. The celebration ends at dusk with a massive fireworks show. Families are invited to tailgate. Bring your tent, volleyball net, horseshoes, a picnic or your barbecue pit and enjoy an afternoon out. No alcohol is permitted in the park. Admission is free and open to the public. For details, click here.
July
[ July 4 ]
Municipal offices closed in observance of Independence Day.
[ July 9 | 6 p.m. ]
Planning & Zoning Meeting
Walker Municipal Building, 10136 Florida Blvd.
[ July 9 | 7 p.m. ]
City Council Meeting
Walker Municipal Building, 10136 Florida Blvd.
August
[ August 13 | 6 p.m. ]
Planning & Zoning Meeting
Walker Municipal Building, 10136 Florida Blvd.
[ August 13 | 7 p.m. ]
City Council Meeting
Walker Municipal Building, 10136 Florida Blvd.
September
[ September 3 ]
Municipal offices closed in observance of Labor Day.
[ September 10 | 6 p.m. ]
Planning & Zoning Meeting
Walker Municipal Building, 10136 Florida Blvd.
[ September 10 | 7 p.m. ]
City Council Meeting
Walker Municipal Building, 10136 Florida Blvd.
October
[ October 8 ]
Last date to register to vote in the Nov. 6 primary election for President, Congress and City of Walker. For all the information about registering to vote — including a registration form — click here.
[ October 8 | 6 p.m. ]
Planning & Zoning Meeting
Walker Municipal Building, 10136 Florida Blvd.
[ October 8 | 7 p.m. ]
City Council Meeting
Walker Municipal Building, 10136 Florida Blvd.
[ October 23-30 | 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. ]
Livingston Parish Registrar of Voters Office
29938 South Magnolia Street in Livingston
Early voting for Nov. 6 primary election for President, Congress and City of Walker. For a sample ballot, click here.
[ October 31 ]
Last date to register to vote in the Dec. 1 general election. For all the information about registering to vote — including a registration form — click here.
November
[ November 6 | 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.]
Polls open for primary election for President, Congress and City of Walker. For a sample ballot, click here.
[ November 12 | 6 p.m. ]
Planning & Zoning Meeting
Walker Municipal Building, 10136 Florida Blvd.
[ November 12 | 7 p.m. ]
City Council Meeting
Walker Municipal Building, 10136 Florida Blvd.
[ November 16 through December 31 | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays ]
Louisiana Bicentennial Exhibit
The Walker Museum & Community Art Gallery
29350 Walker South Road
Becoming Louisiana: The Path to Statehood tells the story of Louisiana's road to existence. This beautiful history exhibit is designed by curator Herman Mhire and researched by Louisiana historian Charles Elliott. The first 250 guests will receive a CD that contains an interpretative history exhibit catalog and a publication called 200 Louisiana Artifacts.
[ November 17-21 & November 24 | 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. ]
Livingston Parish Registrar of Voters Office
29938 South Magnolia Street in Livingston
Early voting for Dec. 1 general election.
[ November 22 ]
Municipal offices closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day.
December
[ December 1-30 | 6-9 p.m. nightly ]
Walker Wonderland
Sidney Hutchinson Park
Sidney Hutchinson Park is transformed into a Christmas Wonderland, with more than 1 million colorful lights and inflatable and animated displays. The park is open nightly for free walking tours, and free family-friendly holiday movies are shown each night on the big outdoor screen. For directions to Sidney Hutchinson Park, click here.
[ December 1-30 | 6-9 p.m. nightly ]
Walker Wonderland
Sidney Hutchinson Park
Enjoy free family-friendly movies throughout the month of December, shown at 6 p.m. every night on the big screen in Sidney Hutchinson Park. Bring your blanket or lawn chairs, some hot chocolate and snacks, and settle in for an evening of entertainment under the stars. Please note that our schedule is subject to change without prior notice. For a schedule of movies, click here. For directions to Sidney Hutchinson Park, click here.
[ December 1 ]
Polls open for general election. For a sample ballot, click here.
[ December 8 | 1 p.m. ]
Christmas Parade
Downtown Walker
Catch a glimpse of holiday floats, old-time cars, horses and of course Santa and his merry elves as they wind their way through the heart of Walker for our annual Christmas Parade. Anyone interested in taking part is encouraged to participate, and there is no entry fee. You can walk, drive a golf cart or ATV, pull a wagon, ride in a truck and trailer or go all out with a float. All are welcome. For a map of the route, click here. For a mandatory parade entry form, click here.
[ December 8 | Dusk ]
Tree Lighting Ceremony
Corner of La. 447 & U.S. 190
When dusk falls after our Christmas Parade, we'll light up downtown Walker with our 30-foot Christmas tree adorned with 1,600 feet of lights and hundreds of ornaments created by our local first graders. One lucky child will be selected to flip the switch that lights up the tree. Admission is free.
[ December 10 | 6 p.m. ]
Planning & Zoning Meeting
Walker Municipal Building, 10136 Florida Blvd.
[ December 10 | 7 p.m. ]
City Council Meeting
Walker Municipal Building, 10136 Florida Blvd.
[ December 15 | 4-8 p.m. ]
Country Christmas Festival
Sidney Hutchinson Park
Take in the sights and sounds of the holidays at our Country Christmas Festival. Take a stroll through our Walker Wonderland, hum along with caroling choirs, hop aboard the Polar Express for a train ride around the park, build a snowman, bounce around or slide down the inflatables, drink hot chocolate and other festival fare, and await the dramatic arrival of Santa Claus. Admission is free. For directions to Sidney Hutchinson Park, click here.
[ December 25 ]
Municipal offices closed in observance of Christmas Day.