Jingle & Mingle: The Magical Christmas on Shell Beach Drive
Nov 25, 2024 04:45PM ● By Kelsey Swire
Jingle and Mingle: The Magical Christmas on Shell Beach Drive. A Festive Home Tour Benefiting the Mardi Gras Museum of Imperial Calcasieu'
Celebrate the holiday season with an unforgettable afternoon of cheer and community at "Jingle and Mingle: The Magical Christmas on Shell Beach Drive," a special event benefiting the Mardi Gras Museum of Imperial Calcasieu's construction of its new location on Enterprise Boulevard. Set along picturesque Shell Beach Drive, this event will take place on Sunday, December 8, 2024, from 1-5 PM.
Guests are invited to take a self-guided tour of six beautifully decorated homes along historic Shell Beach Drive:
- 303 Shell Beach Drive (boathouse only)
- 311 Shell Beach Drive
- 535 Shell Beach Drive
- 715 Shell Beach Drive
- 1301 Shell Beach Drive
- 1509 Shell Beach Drive
Musical performances by local school groups, musicians, and choirs will add a festive flair to this holiday stroll, creating an enchanting experience for all ages. The self-paced tour allows guests to walk or drive from home to home, soaking in the magical Christmas ambiance along the way. A trolley with limited seating will also run on a continuous loop to the homes starting at the Bord du Lac Marina located on Bord du Lac Drive.
Tickets for the event are priced at $35 for adults and $10 for children under 12. They can be purchased online at https://lakecharlesjingle.eventbrite.com or in person at Gordon's (2716 Lake Street) and Joseph's Electric (605 12th Street) in Lake Charles and at Moss Bluff Florists and Gifts (137 Bruce Circle) in Moss Bluff.
Anne Monlezun, President of the Mardi Gras Museum of Imperial Calcasieu, expressed her excitement about the event, stating, "This year’s Jingle and Mingle promises to be a heartwarming celebration of our community’s holiday spirit. The funds raised will support the creation of our new museum location in the heart of the Nellie Lutcher Cultural District on Enterprise Boulevard, where we will continue to share the rich Mardi Gras traditions and history of our region."
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Sponsorship opportunities are available, starting at $250. Sponsors will receive complimentary event tickets and a membership to the Mardi Gras Museum of Imperial Calcasieu, helping to further preserve and celebrate the unique Mardi Gras culture of Southwest Louisiana.
For more information, please contact 337-263-8670 or email [email protected].