The cool autumn breezes after a long Louisiana summer are finally here…it’s fall in Monroe! We’ve put together a list of activities in the fall near Monroe so you can get the most out of this beautiful season. We hope you can get out there and experience all that autumn in Monroe has to offer!
Fall Near Monroe: Best Festivals and Events 2019
We’ve got you covered for things to do with the kids this fall to the best fall festivals in Monroe. Read on for a list of events that has a little something for everyone to enjoy!
Fall Extravaganza
For the second year in a row Easterseals Louisiana is hosting its Fall Extravaganza, complete with fall-themed carnival games, crafts, food and music. This community-wide event is open to all ages and is one of the group’s biggest fundraisers of the year. All proceeds go directly to Easterseals Louisiana to benefit children with disabilities.
- Saturday, October 26, 11am-2pm
- Barak Shrine Temple, 6620 Frontage Road, Monroe, LA 71202
- Admission: $2 per person
- Event Details

FoBB Fall Celebration
This beautiful wildlife refuge on the banks of Black Bayou Lake is devoted to educating the community about the protection of local wildlife. The Fall Celebration will host canoeing, face-painting, arts and crafts, a nature walk and a wildlife photo contest. Come show your support and learn something new about the beautiful wildlife in the fall near Monroe!
- Saturday, October 12, 11am-2pm
- Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge, 480 Richland Place Drive, Monroe, LA 71203
- Admission: free
- Event Details
Grambling State University Football
Football and fall near Monroe go together like peanut butter and jelly. Bring the family to tailgate on a beautiful fall day and take in a Tigers home game. Hopefully, you’ll end up cheering your team to victory!
- Home Games: October 12th, November 2nd & November 9th, 2pm
- Eddie Robinson Stadium, Ballock Street, Grambling, LA 71245
- Admission: ticket pricing starts at $30 person + parking. Contact ticket office for more info.
- Event Details
We hope this list gives you a great idea of all that fall near Monroe has to offer. Happy fall, y’all – from the team at Northeast Louisiana Appliance Repair!