FAUNA

Fleur de Lis Christmas Craft Market
2025-11-29 09:00 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Natchitoches Events Center, 750 2nd Street, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PMLocation: Natchitoches Events Center | 750 2nd Street, Natchitoches, LA 71457
Kick off the holiday season with FAUNA at the Fleur de Lis Christmas Craft Market, a festive, family-friendly shopping event featuring local artisans, handcrafted goods, unique gifts, seasonal décor, and more.
Stop by our FAUNA booth to learn about our mission, meet adoptable pets, grab exclusive merchandise, and support our animal rescue efforts just in time for the season of giving.
Admission is free and perfect for all ages. Come shop with purpose and help us give animals a second chance this holiday season!

Farm to Table Dinner
2025-10-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Mariner’s Restaurant, 5948 Highway 1 Bypass, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2025Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PMLocation: Mariner’s Restaurant | 5948 Highway 1 Bypass, Natchitoches, LA 71457
Join us for an unforgettable evening of fresh flavors and compassionate giving at FAUNA’s Farm to Table Dinner — a one-night-only culinary experience that supports our mission of rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming Natchitoches Parish animals.
Hosted at the beautiful Mariner’s Restaurant overlooking Sibley Lake, this elegant dinner will feature a curated menu highlighting the best of local farms and seasonal ingredients. Guests will enjoy live music, wine pairings, and the opportunity to hear heartwarming rescue stories made possible by your support.
All proceeds benefit FAUNA’s lifesaving programs, including transport, medical care, and community outreach. Limited seating available.
Reserve your spot and help us create a better future for animals in our parish
Download the 2025 Farm to Table Brochure/Registration
Click here to reserve your seat on Eventbrite

FAUNA Bath Day
2025-10-11 09:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-13 09:00 - 13:00 | Tractor Supply, 345 South Drive, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
Come support FAUNA and give your dog a spa treatment!
Baths are $10 under 60lbs and $15 for over 60lbs.
Nail trimming is $20 and anal glands check is $10.

Community Pet Health Fair
2025-09-27 09:00 - 12:00 | Community Pet Health Fair, Highway 117, Provencal, LA, 71468, United States
Low cost Annual Vaccines, Rabies Vaccines, Microchipping and Spay/Neuter Vouchers for your pets!

St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl Hosted by FAUNA
2025-03-15 16:00 - 22:00 | Historic Downtown Natchitoches, LA, Front St & Church St., Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
Come join us for a night of fun at the 10th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl hosted by FAUNA! Get ready to hop between restuarants, bars, and shops in Historic downtown Natchitoches, LA and enjoy great drink specials, music, shopping and company. Visit all the stops on the “Poker Run” to fill out your card for a change to win a big screen TV, and join in the costume contest as well. Don’t miss out on a great way to have fun and support local rescue animals – see you there! T-shirt included with registration. *Event takes place rain or shine.
Register HERE

Krewe of Waguns Children and Pet Parade
2025-03-01 14:00 - 16:00 | BofM Bank, 814 Washington St, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
Laisses les “BONE” temps rouler! Get ready for a paw-some celebration! Join us for our annual KREWE OF WAGUNS Children and Pet Parade, where furry friends and little ones come together for a day of fun and festivity. Dress up your pets and kids in their most dazzling costumes and parade with us as we spread joy and raise awareness for animal rescue. 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Awards for Best Dressed Pet costume, Children’s costume & Float.

$10.00 entry fee per family – Preregister HERE
Register your pet to be eligible for “CELEBRITY STATUS” and be crowned “King Rex Rufus”&“Queen Mutt A Gras”

Saturday March 1, 2025
Downtown Natchitoches – BofM Bank: 814 Washington Street
2:00 PM – Registration
2:45 PM – Parade Line Up Begins
3:00 PM – Parade Rolls

Parade Route: Bank of Montgomery, South on Front Street to Touline Street, Left to downtown riverbank stage.
Rules:
~ Golf Carts are permissible if driven by an adult
~ Children may ride scooters, bicycles, wagons but must be accompanied by an adult
~ No ATVs permitted
~ BYOB – Bring Your Own Beads to throw during the parade
