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The Central Louisiana Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Women In Business Conference is a dynamic, informative and engaging statewide event hosted annually in Alexandria. This is the 11th year of bringing together executives and young professionals for two days of enlightening presentations from influential speakers, offering encouragement and an opportunity to celebrate. Join us and gain valuable business insight to further your professional growth, foster relationships with other business women in the community, and more.

Thursday, 4:00-7:00 pm, Opening Session and Reception at the Alexandria Museum of Art

Friday, 8:00 am- 3:30 pm, WIB Conference, Community Center at England Airpark

Location: Alexandria Museum of Art

Website: https://womeninbusinessconference.com/

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The State Fair of Louisiana is making plans for the 117th State Fair which will take place October 26th through November 12th at the Louisiana State Fairgrounds in Shreveport. The primary goal of the State Fair of Louisiana is to create an event for families to come out and have a great time in a safe and friendly environment. The Fair runs for 14 days and is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.  This year, fairgoers can expect over 50 state of the art carnival rides, great shows and attractions, plenty of great fair food, and live music. The LRCA Finals Rodeo will also return this year along with the largest livestock show in Louisiana.    
State Fair Advance Discount Tickets:
The Advanced Discount Ticket Sale Campaign is now underway. These discounts will provide big savings on Gate Admission and Carnival Ride Armbands for the upcoming State Fair.  Advance ticket discounts are as follows. A Gate Admission ticket is $10.00 when purchased in advance and $15.00 at the gate. The Pay-One-Price ticket which includes Gate Admission, and a Carnival Ride Armband, are $40.00 in advance and $50.00 at the gate. Tickets can be purchased online at statefairoflouisiana.com or at participating Brookshire’s and Super 1 Foods grocery stores. A list of these ticket locations can be found on the State Fair of Louisiana website. All advance discount ticket offers will end October 25, 2023.  
State Fair Weekday Discounts:
Once the Fair opens, fairgoers will be able to take advantage of some special weekday discounts.

• Opening day is October 26^th and it’s also Two Dollar Day which means Gate Admission is only $2.00 and Rides are $2.00 each.
•  On Wednesdays, November 1st and November 8th, gate admission is $6.00 and Carnival Ride Armbands are only $30.00.
• On Thursday November 2nd, and November 9th, is two for one gate admission.
• On Weekdays, Parking and gate admission are free until 3pm.
• Parking will be free the entire run of the Fair.  

By providing Discounts and Free Gate Admission opportunities, it is our hope that every family would have an opportunity to enjoy the many free shows, concerts and attractions the State Fair offers.  

 

 

Location: Louisiana State Fairgrounds in Shreveport.

Website: https://statefairoflouisiana.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=c8e4c9ad8fb1addc926bcd1cf&id=103b0be3c3&e=cbfbadcf68

From 5:00PM to 7:00PM

$5 admission for participants

Location: LSUA 8100 Hwy 81 South Alexandria

From 6:00PM to 8:00PM

Bring the kids to Kees Park for the Pineville Family Fall Fest. Thursday, October 26th, from 6-8 pm locals businesses fill Kees Park to pass out candy and treats to the kiddos. $1 entry gets candy, a hot dog, popcorn and drinks!

Location: Kees Park Pineville

Website: https://facebook.com/pinevillela