Bonfires on Levees

Official Travel Stamp Vinyl Sticker Planning a trip? Check out the Bonfires on Levees website. On December 24th, towering wooden structures are set ablaze along the Mississippi River. This guides the way for jolly Papa Noël through the bayou country. Rooted in Cajun tradition and Louisiana folklore, the levees are lined with over 100 bonfires, some even shaped like alligators, steamboats, or fleur-de-lis. Families gather with gumbo and fireworks to honor this centuries-old celebration. Feeling extra festive? View the rest of our Winter Holiday Collection. While you're here, check out our New Orleans Collection. Need to commemorate more of your Pelican State travels? Check out our entire Louisiana Collection.