The Differently Abled Performers Project and Reimers Auditorium are happy to announce that Chief Spicy Joe is back to bring some rock ‘n’ roll cheer to the season! Expect festive vibes, killer tunes, and a whole lot of holiday spirit with a spicy twist.

Holiday Markets are back! We’re making it easy to shop local, and you can drink beer while doing it!

Join us for our LAST market of the season — and it’s all about the kids! We’re hosting a Kids’ Holiday Market where young makers sell their handmade goodies just in time for the holidays.

+ FREE Holiday Fun Alert! +

Meet Santa, sip hot chocolate, enjoy cookies, play games & get festive face painting - all FREE at Christmas Night @ the Rec!

17 Dec 19 | 5-7:30 PM

Hammond Rec Center

It’s the ultimate Hammond yuletide tradition! Featuring the combined talents of professionals and all-star locals, the Hammond Ballet Company brings their timeless classic home to the Columbia just in time for the holidays.

Santa's making a stop at Deadbeat

1i7 Sunday, Dec. 14 at 1 PM

More details coming later this week — stay tuned

Brunch with the Grinch is BACK this Sunday!

It’s the ultimate Hammond yuletide tradition! Featuring the combined talents of professionals and all-star locals, the Hammond Ballet Company brings their timeless classic home to the Columbia just in time for the holidays.

Holiday Markets are back! We’re making it easy to shop local, and you can drink beer while doing it!

The Junior Auxiliary of Tangipahoa is thrilled to announce our very first Junior Market Day — a holiday-themed market created just for kids and teens to showcase their creativity and business skills!

A magical morning filled with holiday cheer, delicious food & Santa himself!

It’s the ultimate Hammond yuletide tradition! Featuring the combined talents of professionals and all-star locals, the Hammond Ballet Company brings their timeless classic home to the Columbia just in time for the holidays.

Come join us at the Hammond Branch Library for a fun after hours family movie night event!

You’re invited to Carols, Cookies, and Cocoa on Friday, December 12th at 6 PM at Cate Square Park!

Get ready to jingle all the way to great connections at the Tangipahoa Chamber's holiday-themed Leads for Lunch on Thursday, December 11! This is the perfect opportunity to meet fellow business leaders, showcase your products and services, and spread a little holiday cheer.

The Hammond Rotary Club is thrilled to announce that the 67th Annual Christmas Parade will roll through downtown on Saturday, December 6th, at 6:00 PM!
We are especially grateful to our Title Sponsor, Oasis Point Rehabilitation Hospital, for helping make this beloved tradition possible.

Tis the season for this annual Columbia holiday tradition!  Explore our decorated lobby, meet Santa Claus, sip free hot cocoa from Candlestick Bakery, listen to live carolers…and that’s just in the lobby.  After all of that, stroll into the beautiful Hainkel Hall to see the 2000 live-action movie, Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas, starring Jim Carrey on the big screen.  The lobby festivities begin at 6 pm.

Tis the season for this annual Columbia holiday tradition!  Explore our decorated lobby, meet Santa Claus, sip free hot cocoa from Candlestick Bakery, listen to live carolers…and that’s just in the lobby.  After all of that, stroll into the beautiful Hainkel Hall for some phenomenal, live, big band holiday music. The lobby festivities begin at 6 pm.

Get into the holiday spirit with all of your favorite Christmas music from the very talented Victory Belles. We invite all of our Veterans and their families to enjoy this wonderful performance as we kick off the holiday season!

Hammond Rotary Club is proud to host their 17th annual Movie Night under the Stars in conjunction with Hammond DDD Starry Saturday. This event will be held in Cate Square Park on November 22nd. Festivities get started at 4:00pm and the featured movie, The Muppets Christmas Carol, will begin at 6:00pm.

Shop for the Holidays in Historic Downtown Hammond!

Roomie's Merry Market is a festive Holiday Market

Roomie's Merry Market is a festive Holiday Market

It’s Christmas in July at Gnarly Barley, the perfect chance to dress up and treat yoself!

Join Benny’s Place every Tuesday in December leading up to Christmas at 7PM for holiday movies, popcorn & festive drinks!

Stop by La Carreta Hammond to visit and take photos with Santa 12-2pm!

The Peggy Lee miniature train will run every Friday (6th, 13th, 20th) from 6pm - 9pm and every Saturday and Sunday from 5pm - 9pm. The last day for the train is December 22nd. Merry Christmas!!

Bring the kids to Bayou Bounce because they are opening their doors for OPEN PLAY on a Sunday, December 22nd! Let the kids bounce while you do some last minute Christmas shopping with their Vendors! They will have 10 vendors set up in the Party area. Pics with Santa can be taken with your cell phone at no charge. All kiddos will receive a Free gift for visiting. Mark your calendars for this Fun Christmas Family Event. You won't want to miss it!

Join Mariner’s Inn for a Merry Brunch featuring festive tunes by Holly Luke! They will have bottomless mimosas flowing, BYO Bloody Mary bar set up and specialty brunch options. This event will take place in their dining room (or patio - if the weather is nice) right next to the fireplace & Christmas tree!

Join Isabella’s Pizzeria for their Polar express night where they will be handing out train tickets, serving hot chocolate for the kiddos + a special adult drink, and more! They will play Polar Express at 6:30 pm! Have the kids wear pajamas and their coziest slippers!