The Oil Center Association’s 27th Annual Festival of Lights

Friday, December 4, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM

The Oil Center Association’s 27th Annual Festival of Lights returns Friday, December 4, with an exciting partnership with the Acadiana Symphony Orchestra!

This year’s celebration will feature live orchestral performances, expanded family programming, and even more opportunities to experience the magic of Christmas throughout the Oil Center.

Guests can enjoy the Oil Center’s beautifully illuminated median project, featuring more than 250 lights, the lighting of Santa and his sleigh on Ochsner’s skywalk, and two additional festive light displays accessible by trolley.

Whether you're looking for an evening of live music, a fun-filled family outing, or a chance to experience the beauty of the season, the Festival of Lights has something for everyone!

Three Experiences to Enjoy:

Rooftop (6th Floor) (5:30 PM – 9:00 PM)

Enjoy a ticketed 21+ holiday experience featuring food, drinks, and an evening of live entertainment! The evening kicks off with live music by Valerie & Kevin, followed by festive Christmas performances by the Acadiana Symphony Orchestra's String Quartet and Brass Quartet. Gather with friends, sip your favorite holiday beverage, and celebrate the season in a festive rooftop atmosphere!

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5th Floor – Family Fun Zone (5:30 PM – 7:30 PM)

Step into a festive Christmas wonderland featuring Christmas movies on the big screen, cookie decorating, Christmas ornament painting, hot cocoa, letters and pictures with Santa, a Christmas Market, and more! Enjoy special performances by the Acadiana Symphony Orchestra's Prep Orchestra and Youth Orchestra, along with vocalists from Valerie's VIP Studio.

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Coolidge Street – Christmas Light Experience (5:30 PM – 7:30 PM)

Bring the whole family for a magical Christmas light experience! Enjoy festive train and trolley rides, take in the illuminated Oil Center median, and travel by trolley to discover two additional nearby Christmas light displays.

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Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the holiday season, community spirit, and the continued vitality of Lafayette's historic Oil Center. We can't wait to celebrate with you!