Presented by:

Barry A ​Roach  Brooke A. Roach  Larry Roach III   Michael H. Schwartzberg

      Western Heritage Parade​​​

WAGON TRAIN PARADE -Thursday, January 30th - 5:00PM

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Bring the whole family to line the streets for the annual Western Heritage Parade, as we celebrate the return of the Southwest District Livestock Show and Rodeo to Lake Charles! Join us for the Rikenjaks watch party too  on Ryan street with heaters and umbrella covered tables! The perfect spot to watch all the action, catch throws, and have dinner and or drinks before the rodeo! 

Individuals, groups, and organizations are invited to take part in this one of a kind tribute to the history and pageantry of our rodeo heritage. The parade begins at the corner of Lagrange and Patrick Street, travels west on Lagrange to Ryan Street, and then south on Ryan Street to McNeese stadium. Then be sure to join us later that evening at 7:30 for the opening performance of the 86th annual Southwest District Livestock Show and Rodeo - The Greatest Show on Dirt!​

Due to parade permitting constraints that are beyond our control, horses other than those in the pre-approved SWD Rodeo Trail Riding group are not permitted to be entered in the parade. We thank you for your understanding in this matter. For information on joining this group for future events and parades, please contact us at (337) 802-4879.