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Arts and Entertainment

A Classic Experience

Looking for a little culture or just some old-fashioned family entertainment? DeSoto has it all. The city hosts a number of events and festivals throughout the year to provide residents something to do without the long drive. Activities include something for everyone – from dances to fishing tournaments to concerts.

DeSoto also promotes hometown spirit and involvement with its annual festivals. These events give residents a chance to mingle with their neighbors while having a great time in their own community.

Held in June, Juneteenth kicks off the summer with arts and crafts, children’s activities, entertainment and food.

Starting in July and continuing through the summer, free concerts will be held at local parks, and residents are invited to bring their picnic baskets and lawn chairs to enjoy these concerts.

The Fabulous Fourth Fireworks Celebration is hosted by Lancaster in 2008 and DeSoto in 2009, allowing visitors to celebrate the nation’s independence with live music and a spectacular fireworks show.

The Easter Bunny visits DeSoto every spring for the Annual Easter Eggstravanganza; Toad Holler Creekfest will be celebrated in October with arts and crafts, children’s activities, entertainment and food; while Santa Claus makes time in December to attend the HomeTown Holiday and Parade of Lights festivities.

For those who love to taste test, the culinary offerings of the area’s finest eateries and restaurants at the annual Taste, Trade & Auto Expo of DeSoto is enough to tempt even the pickiest taste buds.

Each year, this event gives visitors an opportunity to sample food from their favorite local restaurant (or one they haven’t gotten to try yet), and browse goods and services from local retailers and service providers, including automobile dealers.

When it’s time to take a break and experience a little culture, the Corner Theatre in DeSoto Town Center is the place to go. A state-of-the-art performance facility, the Corner Theatre features a 185-seat auditorium with full lighting and sound capabilities. The venue hosts plays, murder mystery dinners and a variety of other performances throughout the year. Every April, the Corner Theatre hosts the DeSoto Star Search, where DeSoto’s finest talent competes for various prizes and chances to perform at city events. The Corner Theatre is also available for rental by citizens, businesses and community groups, and offers a large projection screen for corporate conferences and community night out.