Slidell Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Slidell and surrounding areas
Experience Christmas 2025 in Slidell with vibrant things to do, dazzling Holiday lights and winter festivals concentrated around Olde Towne and waterfront parks. Seasonal favorites like Christmas on the Northshore Concerts and the Mandeville Trailhead Extended Holiday Market bring music and shopping to the community. Neighborhood parades, markets and family activities create a festive scene that invites visitors to explore Slidell’s holiday charm.
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Christmas Shows
13 eventsA classic holiday ballet performed by the Hammond Ballet Company.
Christmas Lights
10 eventsOver a million lights in a historic New Orleans park
Christmas Markets
8 eventsHundreds of artisan vendors in a festive holiday market
Christmas Parties
5 eventsNew Year's Eve cruise on the Mississippi River
Christmas Activities
13 eventsNew Year's Eve celebration with fireworks over the Mississippi River.
Editor's Picks (6)
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Celebration in the Oaks
(New Orleans)
Over a million lights in a historic New Orleans park
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Gulfport Harbor Lights Winter Festival
(Gulfport)
Mississippi's largest holiday light show with over 1.5 million lights.
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Holidays New Orleans Style
(New Orleans)
New Year's Eve celebration with fireworks over the Mississippi River.
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New Year's Eve in New Orleans
(New Orleans)
New Year's Eve celebration in New Orleans with cultural tours
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NOLA ChristmasFest 2025
(New Orleans)
Indoor winter wonderland with ice skating and carnival rides
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New Year's Eve Cruise Aboard the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen
(New Orleans)
New Year's Eve cruise on the Mississippi River
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Slidell Christmas FAQ
Slidell’s major holiday events include the Olde Towne Slidell Christmas Market, Christmas Under the Stars, and the Bayou Jam Christmas Spectacular, all offering festive entertainment and community spirit.
Slidell embraces its community roots with events like the Parade of Trees and neighborhood light displays, blending local charm with holiday cheer. The city’s bayou setting also inspires unique touches at many celebrations.
Olde Towne Slidell is a top spot for holiday lights, with many residents and businesses joining in the festivities. Other residential areas throughout the city also feature impressive displays worth exploring.
The Olde Towne Slidell Christmas Market is the main hub for local makers and artisans, with additional pop-up markets and craft fairs appearing around the city during the season.
Enjoying neighborhood light displays, visiting the Olde Towne Christmas Market, and attending community events like Christmas Under the Stars are all free or low-cost ways to celebrate in Slidell.
Families will find plenty to do, from the Olde Towne Slidell Christmas Market with its kid-friendly activities to light displays and visits with Santa at various events throughout the city.