Live at the Lakefront Heads to New Location in Lake Charles

Lake Charles, LA [KNGT-FM] - If you live in Southwest Louisiana or in Lake Charles, chances are you know what Live At The Lakefront is. This annual event has been going on in Lake Charles for a few years now, but this year, changes are coming.

Instead of the event being multiple weeks, it is switching to a one-day event. Also new this year is the location of Live At The Lakefront. For the past few years, the concerts have been held on the grounds of the Lake Charles Event Center amphitheater, but this year, the location will be moved.

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The organization, The Arts and Humanities Council of Southwest Louisiana (AHCSWLA), which puts on Live At The Lakefront, announced the changes on Friday, coming in 2026. 

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Lee Ann Stenvick, Executive Director of The Arts and Humanities Council of Southwest Louisiana, said in a statement,

“Live at the Lakefront is a celebration of music and community,” said Lee Ann Stenvick, Executive Director of the AHCSWLA. “By shaping it into one dynamic, signature event, we can strengthen the overall experience, invest more into our artists, and offer a free evening for everyone to enjoy.”

So what are the details you ask? Live at the Lakefront is now going to be a one-day event and will move from the Event Center grounds and will now be located on the lawn between Crying Eagle Lakefront and Port Wonder. 

The event will take place on Saturday, April 11, 2026, and headlining Live at the Lakefront 2026 is Uncle Lucius, who is known for rock, blues, and touches of country. They also said that additional event details, including supporting acts, sponsorship opportunities, and event logistics, will be announced in the coming weeks.