The Annual Meat Pie Festival in Natchitoches, LA draws 6,000–10,000 attendees from across Central and North Louisiana for a day of free, family-friendly fun. Guests can enjoy music, delicious food including famous meat pies and a variety of entertainment, all with free admission.
Community Involvement
From charity events and local festivals to Financial Wellness Workshops and free kids bike races, we stay active in our branch communities across Louisiana. Find out what Pelican events are happening around your local branch that you and the whole family can enjoy.
Pelican's Free Kids Bike Race - Baton Rouge (Corporate Campus)
Get ready for a wheelie good time!
Strap on your helmets and join us for Pelican's annual FREE Kids Bike Race! Kids age 12 and under (and their parents or guardians) are invited to get out in the sunshine and enjoy this healthy, free event.
Participants receive an exclusive Petey racer medal and t-shirt, plus a goody bag. Meet Petey the Pelican, win door prizes, participate in races, and more—absolutely free!
📅 September 13th
⏰ 9:00 am - 12 pm
Natchitoches Meat Pie Festival
Bob Hardy Memorial Golf Tournament - Westlake
Get ready to tie off this Fall for the 4th annual Bob Hardy Memorial golf tournament! Stop by Pelican's booth to meet our team and grab a beverage while you're on the course. Golfers will receive food, drinks, and have the chance to win prizes.
📅 Friday, October 3
⏰ 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
Hammond Library Community Book Fair
The Tangipahoa Parish Library invites the community to its Annual Free Book Festival on October 11, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This year’s celebration is centered around Booktober Fest and will feature a variety of family-friendly activities designed for children, teens, and adults. In addition to fun and engaging programs, community partners will be on hand to join in the festivities, making it a day of reading, connection, and celebration for all ages.
📅 Saturday, October 11
⏰ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
The Women's Commission of SWLA, Inc. FALL CONFERENCE
The Women's Fall Conference empowers women to make a difference in SWLA and has become the go-to event each year. With inspiring keynote speakers, a two-floor MarketPlace featuring fashion, health, and local vendors, plus exciting giveaways—this is an event you don’t want to miss. Tickets and booth spaces go fast, so reserve yours today!
Explore Northshore Business Expo
This annual event will feature exciting new additions, including the inaugural Northshore Young Professionals Summit, sponsored by Fussell Group Insurance Advisors, offering expanded networking opportunities. A luncheon with Michael Hecht, President & CEO of GNO, Inc., will take place just before the Expo, expected to boost attendee traffic and engagement.
📅 Friday, October 16
⏰ 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Benny's Haunted Car Wash
Get ready for a night of frightful fun! Benny's Haunted Car Wash is back for its fifth consecutive year in a row, and you're invited to be a part of it! This event combines the spooky excitement of Halloween with the cleanliness of a car wash, drawing hundreds of cars each night! The best part? All proceeds benefit Our Lady of the Lake Children's Hospital. We hope to see you there!
📅 Friday, October 17, and Saturday, October 18, 2025
⏰ 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
📍8370 Siegon Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70810
Alexandria Zoo Boo
Join the fun—Alexandria Zoo Boo is creeping up fast! Kids 12 and under are invited to trick-or-treat along the Treat Trail, picking up goodies from local businesses at stations throughout the zoo. Enjoy a festive evening filled with your favorite zoo animals, kid-friendly activities, live entertainment, and plenty of Halloween fun for the whole family. Don’t miss this spooktacular event!
Boo at the Zoo 2025
Mark your calendars! Boo at the Zoo is almost here! Come out and enjoy a fun-filled stroll through the zoo, featuring a variety of food trucks, local vendors, and unique shopping opportunities. It’s the perfect way to enjoy the season with family and friends! We hope to see you there!
📅 Thursday, October 25, 2025
⏰ 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
📍 Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo, 1405 Bernstein Park Rd, Monroe, Louisiana
BREC - Full Moon Fete - Trunk or Treat
Join the Full Moon Fete - Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at Independence Community Park. Kids can stroll from car to car in their favorite costumes gathering candy from decorated trunks, participate in fun children’s activities, eat delicious food, and more! We hope to see you there!
Gonzales Fall Festival
The 2nd Annual City of Gonzales Fall Fest is happening Sunday, October 26th. There will be trunk or treating, pumpkin painting, music, face painting, and more. Team members from Pelican Credit Union will be there handing out giveaways and information.
Colonel Athletic Association Golf Classic
Nicholls State University Athletics is hosting its annual Golf Classic this fall! Stop by and visit Pelican Credit Union at the tournament, where we’ll be sharing membership information and more. Participants will enjoy refreshments, lunch, a specialty tournament item, a ditty bag, and a team photo.
Trick or Tee- Goodwill Golf Classic
Join the Trick or Tee – Goodwill Golf Classic on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at Querbes Park Golf Course. This annual scramble raises funds for the Goodwill Youth Program and kicks off with registration at 11:00 a.m., lunch at 11:30 a.m., and tee times starting at 1:30 p.m. Participants can sign up individually or as a team. Pelican Credit Union will be on-site with a table of fun giveaways.
Houma Mac N' Cheese Festival
Join us at the 1st Annual Mac N' Cheese Festival in Houma, LA! We’re excited to be part of this event, which is dedicated to empowering individuals with mental, physical, behavioral, and other challenges to enhance their quality of life and live as independently as possible within the community. This event is all about coming together to create a brighter, more compassionate world for everyone. Guests can enjoy music, delicious food and a variety of entertainment, all with $10 general admission.
📅 November 8th
⏰ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
