The City of Slidell proudly announces the 30th Annual Arts Evening, taking place on Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m. in historic Olde Towne Slidell. This milestone celebration features over 50 artists displaying their works at more than 30 locations throughout the historic arts district. This family-friendly event offers free admission.
“For three decades, Arts Evening has been one of Slidell’s premier art events,” says Slidell Mayor Bill Borchert. “I encourage everyone to come experience the magic of this special evening as we celebrate art, music, and community in Olde Towne. Whether you’re a longtime resident or first-time visitor, you’ll discover why this event has become a Slidell tradition!”
Visitors will experience a blend of visual arts, live entertainment, fine and casual dining, great drinks, and antique and boutique shopping, all throughout Olde Towne.
Live entertainment will fill the streets of Olde Towne during Arts Evening, with eight dynamic musical acts performing throughout the district. Acoustics Unlimited will perform at Bistreaux 55, while Audio Beach will rock out near the Brass Monkey and Olde Towne Pizza Co. Borchert Law welcomes the swingin’ sounds of Christy and the Rascals, and the Northshore Community Orchestra Jazz Ensemble will perform at Green Oaks Apothecary. Overboard will entertain under Antique Umbrella Alley near Camellia City Pizza, while the Ozone Music Songwriters Showcase presents local talent (Greg Barnhill, Hannah Belle, Laine Bleu, Stephen and Madison McDonald, Caroline Tebbs) on the stage at Triangle Square. Sara, Jim and Jeff will entertain at Pontchartrain Investment Management, and SteveA performs a solo set by the Olde Towne Slidell Main Street booth on First Street. These performances represent a diverse mix of musical styles, from jazz and acoustic to contemporary and classical, ensuring there’s something for every musical taste.
And speaking of taste, during Arts Evening, visitors can enjoy many different dining and drinking establishments throughout Olde Towne. The district’s vibrant culinary and cocktail scene includes Bistreaux 55, Brass Monkey, Camellia City Pizza, The Golden Goat, Heidelberg’s Bar, KY’s, Luna Tequila Whiskey and Ashe, Olde Town Soda Shop, Olde Towne Pizza, Olde Towne Tavern, Roots Plants + Coffee, Tacos & Beer, and Triangle Square. These establishments will be offering their regular menus along with special Arts Evening offerings, providing everything from casual bites to fine dining experiences, craft cocktails to specialty coffees.
Participating businesses and artists include:
- American Legion Post 374 – Artist Michele Maiarot
- Antiques & Art on First – Artist Shana Marshall
- Arcade on Carey – St. Tammany Fire District 1 Autism Awareness Vehicle
- Bistreaux 55 – Music by Acoustic Unlimited. Artist Bonnie Bourgeois
- Borchert Law – Music by Christy and the Rascals. Artists John Paul Duet, Kylah Odle, Michael Reed, Joshua Wichterich
- Brass Monkey – Music by Audio Beach
- Bridge Street Ink
- Camellia City Pizza – Music by Overboard
- Christina’s Therapeutic Touch – Artist Vivian Hava
- The Earthly Elephant – Delicate Decomposition
- Expo Signs – Artists Linda Bickel, Connie Born, Larisa Clevinger, Matt Litchliter
- The Golden Goat
- Green Oaks Apothecary – Music by Northshore Community Orchestra. Artists Jasmyne Alexander, Jill Anderson, Jackie Begue, Stephanie Carrana, Amanda Douglas, Amy Exsterstein, Whitney Ferguson, David Guastella, Jessica Moody, Lyla Normand, Jena Smith Pendarvis, Lauren Penton-Taylor, Brittnie Perkins, Makayla Perkins, Ernest Robert, Aeva Santini, Lauren Swift, Terie Trenchard, Venitas Valentine
- Heidelberg’s
- Hingle Boys TCG & Hobby
- KY’s – Music by Lauren Murphy Duo
- Lowry-Dunham, Case & Vivien – Artists Elsa Baker, John Case, Lizzie Shelby D’Aquin, Oksana Fogg, Charlotte Lowry-Collins, CJ Sherrif-Rosen, Dustin Young
- Luna Tequila
- Northlake Outfitters – Artist Charles Gudaitis
- Old Town Soda Shop
- Olde Towne Book Shop – Artists Suzie Hunt, Cher Levis, Dustin Young
- Olde Towne Pizza
- Olde Towne Slidell Main Street at Crippin Cottage – Music by SteveA. Artists Lori Anselmo, Aaliyah Atamanyuk, Katie Esposito, Hannah Morris, Joe Young
- Olde Towne Tavern
- Pontchartrain Investment Management – Music by Sara, Jim and Jeff. Artists John Berry, Mary Rich
- Roots Plants + Coffee – Duffy Austin, Swamp Sprouts Art
- Slidell Museum – Artist T. Martin
- Tacos & Beer
- Triangle Square – Music by Ozone Music Foundation (including Greg Barnhill, Laine Bleu, Audrey St. Cyr, Brandon Hogue, Paul Dominigue). Artist Cindy Strecker
- Whiskey and Ashe
This year’s Arts Evening Poster Artist, Cindy Strecker, will be selling signed event posters at Triangle Square. Strecker has developed a masterful command of multiple mediums including watercolor, acrylics, oils, colored pencil, and pen and ink. Her versatile portfolio spans both two-dimensional and three-dimensional artwork, featuring subjects ranging from pet portraits to nature and coastal wildlife. As a self-taught artist, Strecker’s natural talent and dedication to her craft have shaped her artistic vision. She shares her passion for art through private art classes, nurturing creativity in others. for kopre information about Strecker, visit www.flyingfishart.com.
Arts Evening showcases Slidell’s commitment to supporting the arts and fostering community engagement. For additional information about this event, please contact the Department of Cultural & Public Affairs at (985) 646-4375. Updates and details about City of Slidell events can be found at MySlidell.com or by following the “City of Slidell, Louisiana” on Facebook.
