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.
River Fete - Alexandria
Alexandria’s River Fête is a three‑day celebration of Central Louisiana’s arts, culture, and heritage, held each spring in downtown Alexandria along the Red River. The event consists of live music, street performers, craft vendors, children’s activities, and food from across the region. Pelican team members will be in attendance discussing our Team Pelican services!
South Franklin Parish Catfish Festival
The South Franklin Parish Catfish Festival is a celebration that highlights the region’s culture with fresh catfish plates, local vendors, live music, and family activities, bringing the community together for a day of food, fun, and Louisiana pride.
Touch-A-Truck (Terrebonne)
Join us for the Terrebonne Parish Touch-A-Truck event happening on May 9th at the Main Library! This event is open to children of all ages to climb in and explore. Children will also have the opportunity to meet drivers and learn the important role they play in the community. Hot dogs, juice boxes, and water will be served!
Livingston Parish Business and Community Expo
Join us at the first Livingston Parish Chamber Expo since 2019. It will feature everything that Livingston has to offer and will include a job fair, restaurant challenge, and businesses will be showing off their brand and products!
Louisiana Blackberry Festival | Houma
The Louisiana Blackberry Festival is an annual family-friendly event that celebrates the blackberry harvest in the spring! This is the main fundraising event for MacDonell United Methodist Children Services. We hope to see you there!
Cruising For Kindness Car Show
Cruising For Kindness Car Show is a community-driven charitable event created to blend a love of cars with a mission of giving back. The car show raises support for children in need through initiatives like toy drives and school‑supply donations, with the goal of ensuring no child goes without. Stop by and visit the Pelican table. Our team will be handing out giveaways, prizes, and more.
Food Bank of NELA Empty Bowls - Monroe
This annual Food Bank of Northeast Louisiana event raises funds to support hunger relief for underserved individuals. Guests will choose a bowl to take home as a reminder of the empty bowls in the community. The event features local restaurants, live music, a silent auction, and more. Pelican team members will be volunteering in support. All proceeds benefit the Food Bank’s hunger relief efforts across Northeast Louisiana.
Slidell Heritage Festival
The Slidell Heritage Festival will be celebrating its 28th year in 2026, and we hope to see you there! The festival is a great day of family fun held at Slidell’s Heritage Park. Vendors and food trucks will be offering great options for sale. Drinks will be available for purchase. The line-up will provide musical entertainment, followed by a fantastic fireworks display!
