BAYOU STATE SPARKLE! THE HOLIDAYS SHINE BRIGHTER IN LOUISIANA!

A LOUISIANA HOLIDAY SPECIAL
Tuesday 7:00pm

From Candy Cane Lane in Calhoun to the twinkling lights of New Orleans and the Christmas Eve Bonfires along the Great River Road, Louisiana shines with holiday traditions found nowhere else. 
LPB explores the sights, sounds, and stories that make the holidays in our state so uniquely joyful.

EXPLORING INDEPENDENT FILM IN LOUISIANA

AMERICAN CREOLE
New Orleans Reunion
Tuesday 8:00pm

A powerful story of perseverance and music in the face of loss. After Hurricane Katrina, acclaimed jazz musician Don Vappie searches for his band, his footing, and a sense of home in a city forever changed. This moving documentary from Glen Pitre and Michelle Benoit captures the resilience, rhythm, and heart of New Orleans through one musician’s journey.

T-GALOP
A Louisiana Horse Story
Wednesday 7:00pm

Creole cowboys, Cajun jockeys, Cotton Knights, and Mardi Gras riders reveal Louisiana’s deep-rooted love affair with horses — a tradition that began over 250 years ago. From bayou trail rides to festive parades, T-Galop from filmmaker Conni Castille captures the heart, history, and joie de vivre of Louisiana’s vibrant horse culture.

DON'T FORGET PART TWO: EXPLORING THE EXTRAORDINARY HISTORY OF LOUISIANA

WHY LOUISIANA AIN'T MISSISSIPPI... OR ANY PLACE ELSE!
LPB SPECIAL FOCUS
Part Two - Wednesday 8:30pm

It's an encore presentation of this LPB documentary exploring Louisiana's rich and diverse history. Learn all the ways our state is unique and special, and more importantly, learn why! From talented artists, soulful musicians, bombastic politicians, and some of the biggest names in sports explore the amazing talent that comes from our state. 

Major production funding for Why Louisiana Ain’t Mississippi… or Any Place Else! is provided through the generous support of: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, the Goldring Family Foundation, LWCC, Ochsner Health, and RoyOMartin. And by Lamar Advertising, Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana with the additional support of b1Bank. With special thanks to Lipsey’s/Haspel and All Star Automotive Group.

EXPANDING HEALTHCARE ACCESS & HUNTERS FOR THE HUNGRY

LOUISIANA: THE STATE WE'RE IN
Friday 7:00pm

 Woman's Hospital in Baton Rouge is expanding its outreach to 37 parishes across Louisiana. They recently launched a second state of the art mobile-mammography unit to bring healthcare to people who may not otherwise have access. Learn how the work hits close to home for many of the staff involved. 

The holidays can be tough for many struggling families in Louisiana. Learn how sportsmen are stepping up to help.

FATHER BROWN
Thursday 7:00pm

Father Brown continues to be one of LPB's most popular independent programs with viewers. This classic "cozy mystery" features a charismatic, crime-busting priest who cycles around his idyllic Cotswolds village that seems to have a surprising amount of crime. 

BROADWAY'S LEADING LADIES
Saturday 7:00pm

Join an extraordinary lineup of talent and the American Pops Orchestra to pay tribute to the women who have defined Broadway and those who are shaping its future. This star-studded March 2025 concert at New York's Town Hall is a celebration of song and legacy. 

WHAT TO WATCH AND WHEN THIS WEEK ON LPB

Ahead of his 100th birthday, celebrate the life and career of legendary actor Dick Van Dyke. Known for iconic roles in Mary Poppins,Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and his classic CBS sitcom, he has delighted audiences on screen and stage for eight decades.
AMERICAN MASTERS: STARRING DICK VAN DYKE | FRIDAY 8:00PM

MONDAY

7pm -  ANTIQUES ROADSHOW   Head back to the year Roadshow came to LSU Rural Life Museum in Baton Rouge. Hour 3 of more Louisiana finds. 
8:30pm -  MISTER ROGERS: IT'S YOU I LIKE  Memories of the beloved creator of the landmark children's series.  Hosted by Michael Keaton who once worked on the series. 
10pm - JOHNNY CASH: WE WALK THE LINE  This concert from 20212 celebrates the life and work of "The Man in Black." Features Willie Nelson, Brandi Carlile, Sheryl Crow, & Kris Kristofferson.
 

TUESDAY

7pm - A LOUISIANA HOLIDAY SPECIAL LPB SPECIAL FOCUS   The holidays seem to sparkle a little brighter in Louisiana. Travel the state and explore some of our unique traditions. 
8pm -  AMERICAN CREOLE: NEW ORLEANS REUNION  A jazz musicians return to normalcy after Hurricane Katrina. 
9:30pm - BECOMING THURGOOD: AMERICA'S SOCIAL ARCHITECT  Exploring the life and legacy of the nation's first African American Supreme Court justice. 

WEDNESDAY

7pm -  T-GALOP: A LOUISIANA HORSE STORY  Exploring the long history between Creoles and Cajuns and the horses they love. 
8:30pm -  WHY LOUISIANA AIN'T MISSISSIPPI... OR ANY PLACE ELSE! Explore the history, people, and places that make Louisiana so unique in part two of this LPB docuseries. 
11pm -  ANTIQUES ROADSHOW   Head back to the year Roadshow came to LSU Rural Life Museum in Baton Rouge. Hour 3 of more Louisiana finds. 

THURSDAY

7pm -  FATHER BROWN  A murder threatens to derail a live radio drama broadcast. 
8pm - THE BEST OF THE 60s The best rock, folk, and pop performances from the decade that transformed America. 
10:30pm - A LOUISIANA HOLIDAY SPECIAL LPB SPECIAL FOCUS   The holidays seem to sparkle a little brighter in Louisiana. Travel the state and explore some of our unique traditions. 
 

FRIDAY

7pm - LOUISIANA: THE STATE WE'RE IN  LPB SPECIAL FOCUS In-depth new coverage on important issues in the state along with Louisiana art, culture, and events. 
7:30pm - WASHINGTON WEEK  Roundtable discussion about the week's major news. 
8pm -   AMERICAN MASTERS Starring Dick Van Dyke  Delighting audiences for eight decades. 
9:30pm - ANTIQUES ROADSHOW   Head back to the year Roadshow came to LSU Rural Life Museum in Baton Rouge. Hour 3 of more Louisiana finds. 

SATURDAY

7pm -  BROADWAY'S LEADING LADIES  A tribute to the women who have defined Broadway and those who are shaping its future. 
9pm - T-GALOP: A LOUISIANA HORSE STORY  Exploring the long history between Creoles and Cajuns and the horses they love. 

 

SUNDAY

7pm -  MISS SCARLET ON MASTERPIECE  Season 5 Marathon Alert - Episode 3 finds Eliza on the hunt for a notorious serial killer. 
8:14pm- MISS SCARLET ON MASTERPIECE  Season 5 Marathon Alert - Episode 4 finds Eliza working a missing person's case with none other than Patrick Nash. 
9:30pm-  MISS SCARLET ON MASTERPIECE  Season 5 Marathon Alert - Episode 5 finds Eliza exploring the cutthroat world of Victorian theatre while getting closer to Inspector Blake. 
10:44pm-  MISS SCARLET ON MASTERPIECE Season 5 Marathon Alert - Episode 6 finds Eliza hired to investigate the personal life of Police Commissioner Fitzroy. 

Don't forget! LPB PASSPORT members now have early release access to Season 6 of Miss Scarlet in advance of the January 11th premiere. 

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EXPLORE A COLLECTION OF FUN & EASY HOLIDAY CRAFTS

CREATE HOLIDAY CRAFTS WITH PBS KIDS FOR PARENTS

Looking for fun crafts to do with your kids this holiday season? Check out this collection of fun holiday crafts that utilize everyday items that you might already have around your home. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Kwanzaa, or Hanukkah, there's something for every family at the PBS KIDS for Parents Holiday Hub!