Welcome to St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana’s Northshore. We’re 45 minutes north of New Orleans – and a world away. The Northshore is the natural choice for families, foodies, nature lovers, golfers and art enthusiasts. Come enjoy our great attractions, relaxed atmosphere and fantastic dining (we’ll feed you well). Find fun and funky festivals, eclectic shopping, and urban pleasures in communities surrounded by beautiful green spaces. Cycle the Tammany Trace or take a swamp tour, gallery-hop, hunt antiques and enjoy a wine tasting – we offer a feast for all the senses.
2013 Great Race to Stop in Covington June 29 5pm-8pm at the Covington Trailhead The Hemmings Motor News Great Race, the world’s premiere old car rally, will bring up to 100 antique automobiles to Covington June 29 for the $150,000 event. Cars will arrive after 5pm at one minute intervals for more than an hour and a half and stay parked for several hours to visit with spectators. The 9-day time/speed/distance rally, started in 1983, will begin in St. Paul, Minn and weave its way down the Mississippi River through 10 states and crossing the river a dozen times before the finish in Mobile, Ala., on June 30.
Will Take Place July 4-6 at Fontainebleau State Park The popular Mandeville Seafood Festival, traditionally held 4th of July weekend, is now being produced by local man Nick Chetta, who hated to see it go after organizers announced earlier in the year it would not continue. Details are still coming in regarding the new festival, Mandeville City Seafood Festival, but visitors can expect a fantastic musical lineup including the Chee Weez, Bag of Donuts, The Big Fun Brass Band, The Bucktown All-Stars, and more. Food, fireworks, and children's activities are also planned. 1-Day admission $15, 2-Day $20, and 3-Day $30. Children's admission $5, under 5 are free. There's also...Read more
John Davis Park, Lacombe June 28, 29, & 30 The family-friendly festival in honor of the Lake Pontchartrain blue crab has always been a popular event in Lacombe, where locals frequently set out crab lines on Lake Road. When festival plans fell through this year, the Lacombe Heritage Center, Kevin Collins, and Delwyn Jones began working to bring it back to Lacombe. This year’s crab festival will offer a variety of crab dishes, specialty foods, amusement rides, crab races, and bands such as Category 6, Mell Waters, and more. The Lacombe Heritage Center will feature local history and ethnic heritage as part of the event, and include demonstrations and...Read more
Covington Art Market The St. Tammany Art Association, in partnership with the City of Covington, presents the Covington Art Market, a juried market of visual arts and crafts held six times per year on...
3 Sigma Band Concert Not your average Classic Rock band! Strong vocals, great harmonies and a wide variety of Classic Rock from the 60's, 70's and 80's!
Share the Health Lecture Series at Our Place Studio Want to learn about how what you eat affects your hormonal balance (and therefore, your weight)? Ever heard of living foods and beverages - did you know they were a staple...
Wherehouse Bar 2013 Karaoke Contest Wherehouse Bar karaoke contest 2013. Every Saturday night one contestant will advance to the finals on July 6'th for the chance to win the $500 grand prize.
Dine-Around for Shelter Animals by St. Tammany Humane Society St. Tammany Humane Society announces its first restaurant dine-around event, “Dine Around for Shelter Animals.”
This one-night-only event will take place on Thursday, June 20, 2013 during regular dinner hours....
"The Great Race" Welcome Concert at the Trailhead Mark your calendars! The Great Race is coming to downtown Covington on June 29 at 5 PM! In honor of the City's Bicentennial Celebration, the City of Covington will host a...
The History of the African American Community in Covington On Sunday, June 23, 2013, the City of Covington presents he History of the African American Community in Covington, another program in the series of concerts, lectures and events recognizing the...
Covington Bicentennial Parade The City of Covington presents the Covington Bicentennial Parade celebrating the city’s past, present and future on June 29, 2013.
The Bicentennial Parade will incorporate groups that represent every aspect of the...
St. Tammany Crab Festival Formerly the Lacombe Crab Fest, the new St. Tammany Crab Festival maintains its best traditions--great music, delicious food, carnival rides and games for the kids, and a cultural village presented by...
The Hemmings Motor News Great Race, the world’s premiere old car rally, will bring up to 100 antique automobiles to Covington June 29 for the $150,000 event. Cars will arrive after 5pm at one minute intervals for more than an hour and a half and stay parked for several hours to visit with spectators. The 9-day time/speed/distance rally, started in 1983, will begin in St. Paul, Minn and weave its way down the Mississippi River through 10 states and crossing the river a dozen times before the finish in Mobile, Ala., on June 30. 
