Lake Charles Civic Center
Lake Charles, LA
900 Lakeshore Drive 70601
VENUE GUIDE
Lake Charles Civic Center
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Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Indoor • Fixed Roof
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Lake Charles Civic Center
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The Marco Hotel Lake Charles
0.4 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.0 (229 reviews)
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0.8 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.5 (898 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Lake Charles Civic Center & the Area
Lake Charles Civic Center is an event venue in Lake Charles, LA. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near Lake Charles Civic Center for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
The Pioneer Club
0.2 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Lake Charles Civic Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (83 reviews)
Cotten's Downtown
0.2 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Lake Charles Civic Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (539 reviews)
Charleston Bistro, Sweet Shoppe & Wine Bar
0.2 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Lake Charles Civic Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (116 reviews)
Augustine
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (59 reviews)
Tia Juanitas Fish Camp
0.3 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Lake Charles Civic Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (845 reviews)
Villa Harlequin | Italian
0.3 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (454 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Martinis
1.2 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (104 reviews)
Daiquiri Shack
1.4 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (339 reviews)
Library Riot
1.5 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Lake Charles Civic Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (171 reviews)
Pappy's Sports Pub
1.6 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Lake Charles Civic Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (168 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Pujo St Cafe
0.3 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (1,152 reviews)
Stellar Beans Coffee House & Edibles
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (596 reviews)
Joe Muggs
1.8 mi from the venue
Coffee near Lake Charles Civic Center for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (44 reviews)
Starbucks Coffee Company
2.1 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (721 reviews)
McDonald's
2.1 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.6 (1,855 reviews)
Dunkin'
2.4 mi from the venue
Coffee near Lake Charles Civic Center for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (144 reviews)
Attractions
Millennium Park
0.2 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (1,947 reviews)
Lake Charles Parks & Rec Department
0.3 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (10 reviews)
Lock Park
0.6 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (215 reviews)
Cypress Pond
0.7 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Lake Charles Civic Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (130 reviews)
Lake Charles Visitor Center
0.7 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Lake Charles Civic Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (387 reviews)
Drew Park
0.8 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (289 reviews)
Shopping
Palm Plaza
1.7 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Lake Charles Civic Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (29 reviews)
Southgate Shopping Center
1.7 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Lake Charles Civic Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (1,146 reviews)
Prien Lake Mall
2.0 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (3,854 reviews)
Prien Lake Plaza
2.5 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (2,151 reviews)
Park Plaza
3.1 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Lake Charles Civic Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (326 reviews)
Lake Plaza Shopping Center
3.6 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Lake Charles Civic Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (32 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Lake Charles Civic Center. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
The Pioneer Club
0.2 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (83 reviews)
Augustine
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (59 reviews)
Tia Juanitas Fish Camp
0.3 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (845 reviews)
Villa Harlequin | Italian
0.3 mi from the venue
Food near Lake Charles Civic Center for after the show or game.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (454 reviews)
Luna Bar and Grill Downtown
0.3 mi from the venue
Food near Lake Charles Civic Center for after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (1,954 reviews)
Lagunas Mexican Grill & Cantina
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (804 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Martinis
1.2 mi from the venue
Drinks near Lake Charles Civic Center after the show or game.
Today: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (104 reviews)
Daiquiri Shack
1.4 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 12:00 – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (339 reviews)
Library Riot
1.5 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: Open 24 hours
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (171 reviews)
Pappy's Sports Pub
1.6 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (168 reviews)
Getting to Lake Charles Civic Center
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Lake Charles Civic Center in Lake Charles, LA. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Regional Transit • Lake Charles Transit serves Lake Charles, LA. Check the agency for current routes, schedules and event-day service near Lake Charles Civic Center.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Lake Charles Civic Center can have event-specific garage, lot and street-parking restrictions. Prepaid parking, ADA access and garage closing times may vary. Check the venue's official event information before arrival.
TAILGATING
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Tailgating, grilling, alcohol and parking-lot gathering rules at Lake Charles Civic Center have not been venue-verified. Policies can differ by team and event. Check the venue's official event-day rules before arrival.
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