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Welcome to the Kids Zone, where the magic of music meets the joy of play! Our vibrant space at This is Home Fest is available from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.; it is designed especially for our littlest festival goers. Dive into a world of rhythm and laughter with interactive games, creative crafts, and musical adventures that will make your hearts sing. The Kids Zone features:

  • West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital lactating and diaper changing station

  • Almosta Ranch Petting Zoo

  • Bishop Noland High School National Honor Society Activity Area

  • Calcasieu Parish Public Library

  • Children’s Museum at Port Wonder

  • Families for Inclusion

  • Percussion Play Equipment

  • Pick It Up Calcasieu

  • SWLA Music School

Face painting, tinsel, and more available through arts vendors at the festival.

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    Almosta Ranch Petting Zoo

    We are excited to have Almosta Ranch back at our festival this year; we will have not one but two petting zoo areas for children to explore rabbits, chickens, ducks, pigs, goats, donkeys and more!

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    Bishop noland high school activity center

    The National Honor Society at Bishop Noland High School is hosting an activity area for attendees. Come leave your mark by participating in a special surprise that will be used by community members!

  • Calcasieu Library

    Discover the joy of reading at This is Home Fest! Join our pop-up library tent provided by Calcasieu Parish Public Library. Your kids can sign up for a library card, borrow exciting books, and spin the wheel for awesome prizes. Spark the love for learning in your kids – it's a literary adventure under the festival sun.

Children’s Museum at Port Wonder

Construction is almost finished! Soon the Children's Museum will reopen their doors inside of Port Wonder along the Lake Charles Lakefront on North Lakeshore Drive and Interstate 10. The NEW Children’s Museum of Southwest Louisiana at Port Wonder will offer four brand new gallery experiences for visitors of all ages to explore! Each gallery will feature some of our beloved exhibits reimagined and brand-new concepts as well! We will continue to offer special year-round programs and activities, memberships, birthday parties, and of course field trips. Next door or rather across the lobby, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is building a new Nature and Science Center that will include freshwater and saltwater aquariums with interactives. It is the first of its kind for the state and a must-see experience. The Children's Museum will be facilitating a fun activity in the Kids Zone!

meet Families for Inclusion

Families for Inclusion, a nonprofit in Southwest Louisiana, is on a mission to enhance inclusivity and accessibility for individuals with special needs. Their vision extends beyond conventional boundaries, aiming to create a society where everyone, regardless of abilities, can actively engage in all aspects of life.

With unwavering commitment, the organization advocates for the rights of individuals with special needs, utilizing advocacy, education, and community engagement as key tools. Ongoing projects, such as the inclusive playgrounds at the Children's Museum and Lock Park, exemplify their dedication to creating positive change. The upcoming Luke’s Legacy Grant in spring 2024 further underscores their commitment to supporting individuals with special needs.

Families for Inclusion invites active participation in their mission, urging individuals to contribute to conversations and initiatives that bring accessibility to the forefront. Their goal is to foster inherent inclusivity in play spaces, businesses, and restaurants. Through collective efforts, the organization envisions a future where diversity is celebrated, ensuring that no one is left behind. Families for Inclusion stands as a driving force for positive change, transforming Southwest Louisiana into a more accessible and inclusive community that values the unique contributions of every individual. This year they will be rolling out a fun sensory tent with silent disco in the kids zone!

pick it up calcasieu

Pick It Up Calcasieu promotes a cleaner and more sustainable Calcasieu Parish by encouraging proper liter disposal, advocacy, adopt-a-spot, dumpsites, and more! They will be in the kids zone with hands-on activities for our youth to learn more about how to take care of surroundings!