Lake Charles, LA [KNGT-FM]- Well, we are halfway through the week, and are you already trying to decide what to do this weekend in Southwest Louisiana? Are you ready for this week to be done and get on to doing something fun this weekend?

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Ok, good because we took a look around at what was going on in the area and made alist for you so that you can plan accordingly.

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Wayne Toups will be live at the Cracklin' Cookoff going on in Lake Charles on Saturday at Jellystone RV park and resort. The cook-off is during the day, and then Wayne and his band Zydecajun will play live that evening under the pavilion.  Here are all the details on the timing for the vent this Saturday. 

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Mixed martial arts fans in Southwest Louisiana, mark your calendars. The American Kombat Alliance is making its return to Lake Charles for an adrenaline-charged night inside the cage on March 7th, 2026, at the Golden Nugget's Grand Event Center, and this one promises to deliver fireworks.

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Rick Springfield will be live on Sunday, March 8th, at L'Auberge Casino Resort in Lake Charles. The singer of the hits Jessie's Girl, Don't Talk to Strangers, and many more will hit the stage at 6:00 pm that night.  You can check to see if any tickets are still available here. 

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The McNeese Baseball team will host Houston Christian at Joe Miller Ballpark all weeekend starting on Friday night.  For times of the games and ticket info, check here.

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