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Shreveport
Sunday, May 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Shreveport. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Shreveport’s Caddo Common Park will host the Levitt AMP/VIBE/BLOC Music Series (a free series featuring diverse musical acts) with food trucks and an art market this year. The Levitt Family Foundation supports the event to celebrate local culture. KSLA
- ➤ Taco Wars 2026 drew a crowd to the parking lot of Shreveport Municipal Auditorium on May 2 & later that day, QUIMIKOZ performed at Caddo Common Park for the first Levitt Amp Shreveport Music Series concert. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Scientists and state regulators investigated 11 earthquakes in north Louisiana, including a 4.9 quake in Red River Parish on March 5, as the EPA requested closer oversight on oil and gas wastewater injection — experts installed seismometers to monitor aftershocks and protect drinking water. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After Saturday's loss to Rayne, North DeSoto's Luke Delafield explained his unusual move (he said it was aimed at adjusting team strategy) during a postgame interview. Shreveport Times
- ➤ Benton baseball coach Dane talked about his senior class following a playoff game with Destrehan on May 2 — he detailed the team’s performance and future plans, offering insight into their last season. Shreveport Times
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Excellence in Hospitality Awards 2026
6-9 p.m. — Sam's Town Casino — Inquire for ticket pricing — Celebrate the best in local hospitality with cocktails, a buffet, and an inspiring awards program.
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Star Wars Unlimited - Planetary Qualifier
11 a.m. — Gamers XP — $40 — Battle for your chance to qualify in this exciting Star Wars Unlimited tournament at Gamers XP's new location.
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Shreveport Stuffed Shrimp Festival
11 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Festival Plaza — $5 admission, free for children under 10 — Celebrate local flavors and enjoy stuffed shrimp delicacies.
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Styx with Special Guest Edwin McCain
8-9:30 p.m. — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Tickets available — Experience an unforgettable night of classic rock with hits from Styx.
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The Church Picnic
7-11 p.m. — Kanteen Park — Free entry — Celebrate faith and community at a fun-filled picnic party with food, music, and joy.
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Casey Martin Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — El Jimador Mexican Grill — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of captivating Country music with Casey Martin in the heart of Shreveport.
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Casey Donahew Live at Mudbug Madness
8 PM - Midnight — MUDBUG MADNESS FESTIVAL — Ticket info not specified — Enjoy a night of country music with Casey Donahew in a vibrant local festival setting.
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Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Shreveport Municipal Auditorium — Ticketed event — Experience the iconic sounds as Jason Bonham celebrates the legacy of Led Zeppelin behind the drum kit.
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Casey Martin Live
6-10 p.m. — Casa Jimador — Entry fee varies — Enjoy an evening of live Country music with local talent Casey Martin.
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