Weekend Events for Shreveport and Bossier City July 18-20

The rain should be moving out of the Ark-La-Tex sometime today which means you will be able to get out of the house and have a little fun this weekend. If you’re looking to get the kids out of the house, Shrek comes to life at the Shreveport Little Theater. However, if you’re looking for a little adult time with your honey country singer Jeff Bates would be perfect for date night. Check out all you can do this weekend below.

Shrek the Musical: Make room for ogre-sized family fun as the greatest fairy tale never told comes to life in a whole new way in this breathtaking musical adaptation of the hit movie SHREK. The tale comes to life onstage. Shreveport Little Theatre and Academy. Fridays show time 7:30, Sat two shows the first at 2 the second also at 7:30. (more)

South Highlands Summer Market at Mall St Vincent: Shreveport’s new summertime Open-Air Market going through August 8th, every Friday evening from 5:00 to 9:00 pm under a large tent outside the mall adjacent to the historic St. Vincent Academy.(more)

Softball Tournament Benefiting Nathan Johnson: Last month construction worker Nathan Johnson was struck by lightning while working at a job site in Shreveport. The story was all over the news after he was found on the ground with no pulse and not breathing. The good news is Nathan is on the road to recovery but needs some help. (more)

Shreveport Farmers Market: The Saturday morning event at Festival Plaza kicks off at 7am features live music, homegrown fruits and vegetables. As well as, jams, jellies, prepared food, art and more. (more)

Haughton Farmer’s: Saturday from 8:00am to 12:00pm in their brand new location at the intersection of Highway 3227 and Allen Town Road beside Tuscany Subdivision and across from Cornerstone. The Haughton Farmer’s Market was created to provide local people with a venue to sell their produce, foods and crafts. (more)

Shop till You Drop: The Arts, Craft, & Gift Show is July 19-20, 2014 Show Hours are 10-5 Sat and 11-4:30 Sun Admission $3 Children 10 and under are free. You can visit our website for a $1 off admission. Come Join Us for a fun-filled weekend of Shopping Galore! Over 100 booths filled with merchants from all over the Ark-La-Tex. You are sure to find something for everyone. (more)

Jeff Bates: Stage at Silver Star Saturday night at 8pm. (more)

Taste of Culture: Celebrate a cultural tapestry through the flavors, sights and sounds of the many ethnicities represented in northwestern Louisiana: Creole, Cajun, Korean, Chinese, Indian, Scottish, Turkish, German, Hispanic, Filipino, Lebanese, Italian, Greek and more! The event will feature culinary dishes prepared by DiamondJacks' Chef Killian. Diamond Jacks Sat July 19 6-9 pm (more)

Benton Farmers Market: The Sunday-only outdoor market held at 495 Simpson Street in downtown Benton, will open for its inaugural season, 12:30-5 p.m. (more)

New Movies Opening: ‘Planes: Fire and Rescue,’ ‘The Purge: Anarchy,’ and ‘Sex Tape’ (more)