Christmas Events for Kids in Lafayette, LA (2026)

Christmas Events for Kids
Written by Kelsey Cecil

16 min read

The Lafayette, LA area has 16 Christmas events for kids we could confirm for the 2026 season, from Santa Claus Is Coming to Town!: Main Library in Lafayette on November 24 to Decorate Our Tree!: West Regional Library in Scott, which runs through December 24. 1 of them is free, and every listing links straight to the host. It is one stop on our guide to Christmas events for kids in Louisiana, part of our guide for every state.

The short version

  • 16 kids’ Christmas events confirmed in Lafayette, LA for 2026, in Lafayette, Scott, Youngsville and Carencro
  • First: Santa Claus Is Coming to Town!: Main Library, Lafayette, November 24. Runs latest: Decorate Our Tree!: West Regional Library, Scott, through December 24
  • Free: Santa Claus Is Coming to Town!: Main Library
  • Checked on each host’s own page; each listing links straight to it

Below is every event we could confirm, grouped by city, with the date, time, cost and the small things parents ask about (sign-ups, ages, what is included). Looking for a Santa train instead? Those are on our Louisiana Christmas train rides page.

Lafayette, LA Christmas events for kids at a glance

Kids’ Christmas events
16 confirmed for 2026
Cities
Lafayette, Scott, Youngsville and Carencro
Season
November 24 to December 24, 2026
Free events
1
Kinds of events
holiday crafts, holiday story time, Santa visit and holiday show
Last checked

Plan your December

When each Lafayette, LA Christmas event for kids happens

The first is Santa Claus Is Coming to Town!: Main Library in Lafayette on November 24; the last runs to December 24. Each bar spans an event’s dates, not every hour in them, so check the host’s page for times.

Look inside the book

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Rally Takes the Train book cover: a watercolor corgi peeking from a red train

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Christmas events for kids in Lafayette

9 confirmed events for kids in Lafayette, soonest first.

Lafayette: Santa Claus Is Coming to Town!: Main Library

Santa visitFreeLafayette Public Library · Lafayette

Host
Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
Lafayette Public Library, Main Library (Story Castle, 1st floor), 301 W Congress St, Lafayette, LA 70501
When
Tuesday, November 24, 2026, 10 am to noon
Cost
Free
Ages
Ages 0 to 18, families welcome
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Lafayette Public Library kicks off the season with Santa visits at several branches, and the Main Library downtown hosts him in its Story Castle on the first floor. Children can take a picture with Santa using a parent's own phone, so there is no photo package to buy, and then join library staff for a craft.

The program is listed for ages 0 to 18, and families are welcome. The library runs the same Santa visit at South Regional and West Regional on Monday, Nov 23, at North Regional in Carencro on the afternoon of Nov 24, and at East Regional on Monday, Dec 21, so families can pick the branch and date that fits.

Parent tip: Bring a charged phone for the Santa photo. Check the library calendar for the branch closest to you if downtown does not suit.

See dates and details from Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Lafayette: The Very Hungry Caterpillar Gets Merry: South Regional Library

Holiday story timeLafayette Public Library · Lafayette

Host
Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA 70503
When
Friday, December 4, 2026, 10 to 10:45 am
Cost
No fee listed
Ages
Ages 3 to 6
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The Very Hungry Caterpillar celebrates the season in this story time at South Regional Library. Children hear a colorful story, play games, and make a festive caterpillar craft to take home.

The program is for ages 3 to 6 and meets in the Story Time Room from 10 to 10:45 am on Friday, December 4. The library notes that registration opens two weeks before the program date, so mark your calendar and sign up through the library event page once it opens. Spaces at popular story times can fill, so register on the first day if you can. The branch is at 6101 Johnston Street in Lafayette. This is a good pick for families who want a gentle, book centered holiday outing for preschoolers.

Parent tip: Registration opens two weeks before the program date.

See dates and details from Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Lafayette: Live at the Public Library: Holiday Music Concert: South Regional Library

Holiday showLafayette Public Library · Lafayette

Host
Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA 70503
When
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 1 to 2 pm
Cost
No fee listed
Ages
All ages welcome
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Live musicians play traditional and popular holiday tunes at this concert in the South Regional Library Auditorium. The band uses piano, keyboard, guitar, banjo, bass and drums, and there is plenty of singing.

The concert runs from 1 to 2 pm on Saturday, December 5. All ages are welcome, and the library asks parents with young children to respect the musicians and other patrons, for example by stepping out if a child gets noisy. No fee or registration appears on the page. The library is at 6101 Johnston Street in Lafayette. A Saturday afternoon concert is an easy way to enjoy live holiday music with children without a late night, and sitting in a library auditorium keeps the atmosphere calm.

Parent tip: Parents with young children are asked to be considerate of the musicians and other patrons.

See dates and details from Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Lafayette: Baby's First Ornament: Main Library

Holiday story timeLafayette Public Library · Lafayette

Host
Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
Main Library, 301 W Congress Street, Lafayette, LA 70501
When
Monday, December 7, 2026, 9:30 to 10:15 am
Cost
No fee listed
Ages
Birth to 24 months
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

This program is made for the youngest library visitors. Families enjoy a festive holiday story time and then help their little one create a very first holiday ornament using handprints and footprints.

It is for children from birth to 24 months and runs from 9:30 to 10:15 am on Monday, December 7, in the Story Castle on the first floor of the Main Library. Registration is required, so sign up through the library event page. A handprint or footprint ornament makes a sweet keepsake for a baby's first Christmas. The Main Library is at 301 W Congress Street in downtown Lafayette. Plan on bringing a change of clothes or wipes, since paint and little hands can get messy, and an adult should expect to guide the craft.

Parent tip: Registration is required. Bring wipes for paint and little hands.

See dates and details from Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Lafayette: Cardboard Christmas Trees: South Regional Library

Holiday craftsLafayette Public Library · Lafayette

Host
Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA 70503
When
Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 4 to 5 pm
Cost
No fee listed
Ages
Ages 5 to 12
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Kids make a small festive tree from cardboard to brighten up their home this season. It is a hands on recycled craft that results in a decoration children can proudly display.

The program is for ages 5 to 12 and runs from 4 to 5 pm on Wednesday, December 9, in the Story Time Room at South Regional Library. Registration is required, so sign up through the library event page. The late afternoon time fits easily after school. The library is at 6101 Johnston Street in Lafayette. Cutting and gluing are likely parts of the project, so younger children in the age range may want a little help. It also makes a good gift for grandparents or neighbors, and the tree is small enough to fit on a shelf or table. The library page lists the program under its children's events.

Parent tip: Registration is required.

See dates and details from Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Lafayette: Gingerbread House Workshop: Main Library

Holiday craftsLafayette Public Library · Lafayette

Host
Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
Main Library, 301 W Congress Street, Lafayette, LA 70501
When
Wednesday, December 16, 2026, 5 to 6 pm
Cost
No fee listed
Ages
Ages 7 to 12
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Children craft their very own gingerbread style house using graham crackers and other tasty sweets at this workshop. The library puts quotation marks around gingerbread, since the walls are built from graham crackers.

The workshop is for ages 7 to 12 and runs from 5 to 6 pm on Wednesday, December 16, in the first floor Craft Room at the Main Library. Registration is required, so reserve a spot through the library event page ahead of time. An evening time slot works well for families with school during the day. The Main Library is at 301 W Congress Street in downtown Lafayette. Expect sticky fingers and plenty of candy, and note that the creations are made to look at and enjoy, so check with the library about allergies if your child has any sensitivities.

Parent tip: Registration is required. Ask the library about food allergies in advance.

See dates and details from Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Lafayette: Holiday-Bop: Main Library

Holiday story timeLafayette Public Library · Lafayette

Host
Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
Main Library, 301 W Congress Street, Lafayette, LA 70501
When
Friday, December 18, 2026, 10 to 11 am
Cost
No fee listed
Ages
Ages 2 to 6
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Bibliobop is a lively music and movement story time, and the December edition is all about Christmas. Families sing plenty of Christmas classics together in the Story Castle on the first floor of the Main Library.

The program is for ages 2 to 6 and runs from 10 to 11 am on Friday, December 18. The library page does not mention a fee or registration. Singing, clapping and dancing suit toddlers and preschoolers who have a lot of energy, and it is a good way to start a morning before winter break. The Main Library is at 301 W Congress Street in downtown Lafayette. Wear comfortable clothes so kids can move, and plan to sing along even if you are not a performer. The Story Castle is a dedicated children's area, so there is room to wiggle.

Parent tip: Wear clothes that are easy to move in. Ages 2 to 6.

See dates and details from Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Lafayette: Merry Grinchmas!: Main Library

Holiday story timeLafayette Public Library · Lafayette

Host
Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
Main Library, 301 W Congress Street, Lafayette, LA 70501
When
Wednesday, December 23, 2026, 10 to 11 am
Cost
No fee listed
Ages
Ages 5 to 12
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The Main Library marks Grinchmas with a story time featuring How the Grinch Stole Christmas by Dr. Seuss. When the book is finished, kids try the game of pinning a heart onto the Grinch and then nibble on Grinch inspired snacks.

The program is for ages 5 to 12 and runs from 10 to 11 am on Wednesday, December 23, in the Story Castle on the first floor. You need to sign up first, which you can do through the library's event listing. The date falls just two days ahead of Christmas, giving a gentle morning outing during the school break. The Main Library is at 301 W Congress Street in Lafayette. Between the book, the game and the treats, elementary students get a well balanced hour, and Seuss fans will love hearing the story read live.

Parent tip: Sign up ahead of time, because you must register to attend.

See dates and details from Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Christmas events for kids in Scott

3 confirmed events for kids in Scott, soonest first.

Scott: Decorate Our Tree!: West Regional Library

Holiday craftsLafayette Public Library · Scott

Host
Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
West Regional Library, 501 Old Spanish Trail, Scott, LA 70583 (near Lafayette)
When
Monday, November 30, 2026 to Thursday, December 24, 2026 (daily during library hours)
Cost
No fee listed
Ages
Children
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

West Regional Library invites children to help decorate its Christmas tree. Kids decorate a paper ornament, and the library hangs it on the tree in the lobby so every child can find their own work among the branches.

The activity runs from Monday, November 30, through Thursday, December 24, so families can stop by whenever it suits them during library hours. No set time or sign up is listed on the event page. This is a good low key activity to combine with a library visit to borrow something to read. The library is at 501 Old Spanish Trail in Scott, just west of Lafayette. Younger children may want a grown up to help with writing their name on the ornament. Visiting earlier in the month gives more time to see the tree fill up.

Parent tip: Drop in any time the library is open during the run.

See dates and details from Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Scott: Ornament Extravaganza: West Regional Library

Holiday craftsLafayette Public Library · Scott

Host
Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
West Regional Library, 501 Old Spanish Trail, Scott, LA 70583 (near Lafayette)
When
Friday, December 11, 2026, 10 to 11 am
Cost
No fee listed
Ages
Ages 3 to 6
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Young children color a wooden ornament to hang on their own tree at this craft program. It is a simple, creative project that gives preschoolers a decoration of their own making.

The program is for ages 3 to 6 and runs from 10 to 11 am on Friday, December 11, in the Storytime Room at West Regional Library. Registration is required, so sign up on the library event page. The library is at 501 Old Spanish Trail in Scott, just west of Lafayette. A morning schedule suits families with children not yet in school. Coloring is a good activity for building fine motor skills, and the finished ornament can go straight onto the tree when you get home. The library is also a nice stop to borrow something to read afterward.

Parent tip: Registration is required.

See dates and details from Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Scott: Faux Stained Glass Ornaments: West Regional Library

Holiday craftsLafayette Public Library · Scott

Host
Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
West Regional Library, 501 Old Spanish Trail, Scott, LA 70583 (near Lafayette)
When
Thursday, December 17, 2026, 4 to 5 pm
Cost
No fee listed
Ages
Ages 6 to 12
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Kids craft an ornament that looks ornate but is simple and fun to make. The faux stained glass look gives children a sparkly decoration to hang in a window or on a tree.

The program is for ages 6 to 12 and runs from 4 to 5 pm on Thursday, December 17, in the Storytime Room at West Regional Library. Registration is required, so sign up on the library event page. The library is at 501 Old Spanish Trail in Scott, just west of Lafayette. After school timing suits elementary students. The finished piece is meant to catch the light, so it is a nice gift idea for family members. Wear clothes that can handle a little glue or paint. The library is also a nice stop to borrow winter picture books before you head home.

Parent tip: Registration is required.

See dates and details from Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Christmas events for kids in Youngsville

3 confirmed events for kids in Youngsville, soonest first.

Youngsville: Holiday Tree Cones, Yum!: East Regional Library

Holiday craftsLafayette Public Library · Youngsville

Host
Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
East Regional Library, 215 La Neuville Road, Youngsville, LA 70592 (near Lafayette)
When
Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 3:30 to 4:30 pm
Cost
No fee listed
Ages
Ages 5 to 12
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

At this sweet craft session, children trim a cone shaped tree using candy baubles and sprinkles that stand in for lights. The library promises the finished trees will be delicious, so the project is a craft and a snack in one.

The program is meant for ages 5 to 12 and meets from 3:30 to 4:30 pm on Wednesday, December 9, in the Story Time Room at East Regional Library. You must sign up in advance, and sign-up starts two weeks before the program date. You will find the library in Youngsville, a quick drive south from Lafayette. The after school hour suits elementary students well. Because candy is part of the fun, tell the library about food allergies during sign-up, and expect plenty of sugar. Younger children in the age range may like having an adult close by for help.

Parent tip: Sign-up opens two weeks ahead of the program. When you register, let the library know of any food allergies.

See dates and details from Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Youngsville: Santa Claus Is Coming to Town!: East Regional Library

Santa visitLafayette Public Library · Youngsville

Host
Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
East Regional Library, 215 La Neuville Road, Youngsville, LA 70592 (near Lafayette)
When
Monday, December 21, 2026, 9 to 10 am
Cost
No fee listed
Ages
Ages 0 to 18, families welcome
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

East Regional Library welcomes Santa for a morning visit just days before Christmas. Children can have their picture taken with him using their parent's own phone, then settle in to work on a craft while enjoying a candy cane.

The visit takes place from 9 to 10 am on Monday, December 21, in the Large Meeting Room. It is open to ages birth through 18, and families are welcome to attend together. The library states that no registration is required, so you can simply show up. Because photos are taken on personal phones, make sure yours is charged. The library is in Youngsville, a short drive south of Lafayette. Early morning timing helps younger children who may be at their best before nap time, and the craft gives older kids something to do while they wait for their turn with Santa.

Parent tip: Photos are taken on your own phone. No registration is needed.

See dates and details from Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Youngsville: Do You Want to Build a Snowman: East Regional Library

Holiday craftsLafayette Public Library · Youngsville

Host
Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
East Regional Library, 215 La Neuville Road, Youngsville, LA 70592 (near Lafayette)
When
Tuesday, December 22, 2026, 3:30 to 4:30 pm
Cost
No fee listed
Ages
Ages 6 to 12
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Children can make a snowman from clay at this winter craft session. As the library puts it, the snowman will not melt, so kids take home a lasting keepsake of the season.

The program is for ages 6 to 12 and runs from 3:30 to 4:30 pm on Tuesday, December 22, in the Story Time Room at East Regional Library. Registration is required and begins two weeks before the program start date, so plan to sign up early. The library is located in Youngsville, a short drive south of Lafayette. The snowman theme suits families who enjoy winter crafts in a warm climate where real snow is rare. Clay work is hands on, so wear clothes that can handle a little mess.

Parent tip: Registration opens two weeks before the program.

See dates and details from Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Christmas events for kids in Carencro

1 confirmed event for kids in Carencro, soonest first.

Carencro: Cinnamon Ornaments: North Regional Library

Holiday craftsLafayette Public Library · Carencro

Host
Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
Carencro Welcome Center (North Regional Library programs), 409 Veterans Drive, Carencro, LA 70520 (near Lafayette)
When
Thursday, December 10, 2026, 1 to 5 pm
Cost
No fee listed
Ages
Ages 5 to 12
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The smell of cinnamon fills the room as children make hand made cinnamon ornaments and hang them on a tree. The North Regional Library offers the program in two sessions on the same day so more families can attend.

It is for ages 5 to 12 and runs from 1 to 2 pm and again from 4 to 5 pm on Thursday, December 10. The library notes that it takes place at the Carencro Welcome Center at 409 Veterans Drive, not at the library building. Registration is required and begins two weeks before the program start date. Choose the session that fits your schedule, since the afternoon slot works for after school pickups. Cinnamon ornaments smell wonderful, and they make a natural keepsake for a family tree.

Parent tip: Held at the Carencro Welcome Center. Registration opens two weeks before the program.

See dates and details from Lafayette Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Looking further afield? Our Louisiana Christmas events for kids guide lists every confirmed event in the state, and we have city guides for New Orleans, Baton Rouge and Shreveport. The national search sorts every event by distance from your town.

A story for the drive home

A morning with Santa or an evening of holiday stories tends to end the same way: tired kids, a long drive and one more book before bed. Our picture book follows Rally the corgi on his first train ride to see his grand-paw-rents, and every page is painted by hand. If your family is spending December missing someone, it was written for that too. For the car, print our free corgi and train coloring pages.

Rally Takes the Train book cover: a watercolor corgi peeking from a red train

A bedtime story after seeing SantaRally Takes the Train is a five-minute rhyming picture book about a corgi’s first train ride, hand-painted in real watercolor by Leslie Dunn. $16.99 on Amazon, ages 0 to 8.

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Lafayette, LA Christmas events for kids: questions parents ask

What Christmas events for kids are in Lafayette, LA in 2026?

We confirmed 16 Christmas events for kids in Lafayette, LA for 2026 on each host’s own page: Santa Claus Is Coming to Town!: Main Library in Lafayette (November 24), Decorate Our Tree!: West Regional Library in Scott (November 30), The Very Hungry Caterpillar Gets Merry: South Regional Library in Lafayette (December 4), Live at the Public Library: Holiday Music Concert: South Regional Library in Lafayette (December 5), Baby's First Ornament: Main Library in Lafayette (December 7), Cardboard Christmas Trees: South Regional Library in Lafayette (December 9), Holiday Tree Cones, Yum!: East Regional Library in Youngsville (December 9), Cinnamon Ornaments: North Regional Library in Carencro (December 10), Ornament Extravaganza: West Regional Library in Scott (December 11), Gingerbread House Workshop: Main Library in Lafayette (December 16), Faux Stained Glass Ornaments: West Regional Library in Scott (December 17), Holiday-Bop: Main Library in Lafayette (December 18), Santa Claus Is Coming to Town!: East Regional Library in Youngsville (December 21), Do You Want to Build a Snowman: East Regional Library in Youngsville (December 22), Cookie Decorating: South Regional Library in Lafayette (December 23) and Merry Grinchmas!: Main Library in Lafayette (December 23). Every one is listed below with times, cost and a link to the host.

What Christmas events for kids are in Lafayette, Louisiana?

For families in and around Lafayette, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Santa Claus Is Coming to Town!: Main Library (Tue, Nov 24, 10 am to noon, free); The Very Hungry Caterpillar Gets Merry: South Regional Library (Fri, Dec 4, 10 to 10:45 am, no fee listed); Live at the Public Library: Holiday Music Concert: South Regional Library (Sat, Dec 5, 1 to 2 pm, no fee listed); Baby's First Ornament: Main Library (Mon, Dec 7, 9:30 to 10:15 am, no fee listed); Cardboard Christmas Trees: South Regional Library (Wed, Dec 9, 4 to 5 pm, no fee listed); Gingerbread House Workshop: Main Library (Wed, Dec 16, 5 to 6 pm, no fee listed); Holiday-Bop: Main Library (Fri, Dec 18, 10 to 11 am, no fee listed); Cookie Decorating: South Regional Library (Wed, Dec 23, 6 to 7 pm, no fee listed); Merry Grinchmas!: Main Library (Wed, Dec 23, 10 to 11 am, no fee listed). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Lafayette section of this page.

What Christmas events for kids are in Scott, Louisiana?

For families in and around Scott, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Decorate Our Tree!: West Regional Library (Nov 30 to Dec 24, during library hours, no fee listed); Ornament Extravaganza: West Regional Library (Fri, Dec 11, 10 to 11 am, no fee listed); Faux Stained Glass Ornaments: West Regional Library (Thu, Dec 17, 4 to 5 pm, no fee listed). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Scott section of this page.

What Christmas events for kids are in Youngsville, Louisiana?

For families in and around Youngsville, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Holiday Tree Cones, Yum!: East Regional Library (Wed, Dec 9, 3:30 to 4:30 pm, no fee listed); Santa Claus Is Coming to Town!: East Regional Library (Mon, Dec 21, 9 to 10 am, no fee listed); Do You Want to Build a Snowman: East Regional Library (Tue, Dec 22, 3:30 to 4:30 pm, no fee listed). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Youngsville section of this page.

What Christmas events for kids are in Carencro, Louisiana?

For families in and around Carencro, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Cinnamon Ornaments: North Regional Library (Thu, Dec 10, 1 to 2 pm and 4 to 5 pm, no fee listed). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Carencro section of this page.

Are there free Christmas events for kids in Lafayette, LA?

Yes. 1 of the 16 events here are free: Santa Claus Is Coming to Town!: Main Library in Lafayette. Some free events still ask you to register, so check each listing.

Where can kids see Santa in Lafayette, LA this December?

Santa appears at Santa Claus Is Coming to Town!: Main Library in Lafayette (November 24) and Santa Claus Is Coming to Town!: East Regional Library in Youngsville (December 21). Times and booking rules are in each event’s listing above.

Where are there Christmas story times for kids in Lafayette, LA?

Holiday story times on this page: The Very Hungry Caterpillar Gets Merry: South Regional Library in Lafayette, Baby's First Ornament: Main Library in Lafayette, Holiday-Bop: Main Library in Lafayette and Merry Grinchmas!: Main Library in Lafayette. Library story times are usually free; story times with a meal or show are ticketed.

Which Lafayette, LA Christmas events are best for toddlers?

These are aimed at babies, toddlers and preschoolers: Santa Claus Is Coming to Town!: Main Library in Lafayette (Ages 0 to 18, families welcome), Baby's First Ornament: Main Library in Lafayette (Birth to 24 months), Holiday-Bop: Main Library in Lafayette (Ages 2 to 6) and Santa Claus Is Coming to Town!: East Regional Library in Youngsville (Ages 0 to 18, families welcome).

Are there kids' Christmas events in Lafayette, LA on Christmas Eve or after Christmas?

Yes: Decorate Our Tree!: West Regional Library in Scott (through December 24).

How much is Santa Claus Is Coming to Town!: Main Library in Lafayette?

Free. Santa Claus Is Coming to Town!: Main Library is on Tuesday, November 24, 2026, 10 am to noon at Lafayette Public Library, Main Library (Story Castle, 1st floor). Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Decorate Our Tree!: West Regional Library in Scott?

No fee listed. Decorate Our Tree!: West Regional Library is on Monday, November 30, 2026 to Thursday, December 24, 2026 (daily during library hours) at West Regional Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is The Very Hungry Caterpillar Gets Merry: South Regional Library in Lafayette?

No fee listed. The Very Hungry Caterpillar Gets Merry: South Regional Library is on Friday, December 4, 2026, 10 to 10:45 am at South Regional Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Live at the Public Library: Holiday Music Concert: South Regional Library in Lafayette?

No fee listed. Live at the Public Library: Holiday Music Concert: South Regional Library is on Saturday, December 5, 2026, 1 to 2 pm at South Regional Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Baby's First Ornament: Main Library in Lafayette?

No fee listed. Baby's First Ornament: Main Library is on Monday, December 7, 2026, 9:30 to 10:15 am at Main Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Cardboard Christmas Trees: South Regional Library in Lafayette?

No fee listed. Cardboard Christmas Trees: South Regional Library is on Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 4 to 5 pm at South Regional Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Holiday Tree Cones, Yum!: East Regional Library in Youngsville?

No fee listed. Holiday Tree Cones, Yum!: East Regional Library is on Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 3:30 to 4:30 pm at East Regional Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Cinnamon Ornaments: North Regional Library in Carencro?

No fee listed. Cinnamon Ornaments: North Regional Library is on Thursday, December 10, 2026, 1 to 5 pm at Carencro Welcome Center (North Regional Library programs). Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Ornament Extravaganza: West Regional Library in Scott?

No fee listed. Ornament Extravaganza: West Regional Library is on Friday, December 11, 2026, 10 to 11 am at West Regional Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Gingerbread House Workshop: Main Library in Lafayette?

No fee listed. Gingerbread House Workshop: Main Library is on Wednesday, December 16, 2026, 5 to 6 pm at Main Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Faux Stained Glass Ornaments: West Regional Library in Scott?

No fee listed. Faux Stained Glass Ornaments: West Regional Library is on Thursday, December 17, 2026, 4 to 5 pm at West Regional Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Holiday-Bop: Main Library in Lafayette?

No fee listed. Holiday-Bop: Main Library is on Friday, December 18, 2026, 10 to 11 am at Main Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Santa Claus Is Coming to Town!: East Regional Library in Youngsville?

No fee listed. Santa Claus Is Coming to Town!: East Regional Library is on Monday, December 21, 2026, 9 to 10 am at East Regional Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Do You Want to Build a Snowman: East Regional Library in Youngsville?

No fee listed. Do You Want to Build a Snowman: East Regional Library is on Tuesday, December 22, 2026, 3:30 to 4:30 pm at East Regional Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Cookie Decorating: South Regional Library in Lafayette?

No fee listed. Cookie Decorating: South Regional Library is on Wednesday, December 23, 2026, 6 to 7 pm at South Regional Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Merry Grinchmas!: Main Library in Lafayette?

No fee listed. Merry Grinchmas!: Main Library is on Wednesday, December 23, 2026, 10 to 11 am at Main Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

Are there Christmas train rides for kids in Lafayette, LA?

Yes, but they have their own guide. Santa trains and holiday train rides are listed in our Lafayette, LA Christmas train rides guide, so this page sticks to story times, Santa visits and other events off the rails.

How do you confirm these events?

We list an event only after we find this season’s date on the host’s own website or an official city or tourism calendar. We last checked every listing on November 2, 2026. Hosts change details, so always confirm on the host’s page before you go.

Event names belong to their hosts. Rally Takes the Train is a family picture book and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any host listed here. Confirm dates, times and prices on each host’s own site before you go.

Kelsey Cecil
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