Sulphur, Louisiana – City officials in Sulphur plan to close several key intersections on the morning of Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, to make way for the annual Kiwanis Christmas Parade.

Barricades will be placed at approximately 9 a.m., two hours before the parade start time, to secure the route and help manage traffic and pedestrian safety.

The Kiwanis Christmas Parade is scheduled to begin at 11 a.m. at W.W. Lewis Middle School on Cypress Street. The parade will travel west along Cypress Street and will end at the intersection of Cypress Street and Ruth Street.

Officials have emphasized that West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital will remain accessible throughout the event despite the closures.

The parade is part of the annual Christmas Under the Oaks festival in Sulphur.

More information about Christmas Under the Oaks 2025

Entertainment Schedule for Christmas Under the Oaks 2025

Other Lane Closures for Christmas Under the Oaks 2025

Road Closure and Barricade Locations

According to the traffic plan, barricades will be placed at the following locations in Sulphur:

Cypress Street Intersections
Barricades will block access at multiple cross streets along Cypress Street, including:

• Cypress Street at Beglis Parkway
• Cypress Street at Loretto Avenue
• Cypress Street at LaSalette Avenue
• Cypress Street at Placide Drive
• Cypress Street at Stelly Lane/Maple Street
• Cypress Street at First Avenue
• Cypress Street at Willow/East Kent Drive
• Cypress Street at Hickory Street
• Cypress Street at South Ruth Street
• Cypress Street at South Huntington Street
• Cypress Street at the west entrance of Chase Bank

These closures effectively secure the parade route along Cypress Street from its starting point near W.W. Lewis Middle School to its end point at Ruth Street.

Bryan/Ash Street Intersection

• Barricade at Bryan/Ash Street at South Ruth Street

This closure is intended to manage traffic near one of the key north-south corridors connecting to the parade area.

Ruth Street Segment

• Ruth Street will be closed from Pecan Street to Cypress Street

This section is near the parade end point and will be restricted to regular through traffic for the duration of the event.

Parade Route and Timing

The Kiwanis Christmas Parade will follow this route and schedule:

• Start time: 11 a.m.
• Starting point: W.W. Lewis Middle School on Cypress Street
• Route: Westbound along Cypress Street
• End point: Intersection of Cypress Street and Ruth Street

Barricades going up around 9 a.m. means drivers who normally use Cypress Street or Ruth Street in this area should expect delays and detours late Saturday morning and early afternoon.

No official detour map or alternate route list was provided in the announcement, but based on the barricade locations, motorists will need to use parallel neighborhood streets and other east-west corridors away from Cypress Street to move through the area.

Access To West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital

Despite the multiple barricades, city officials have made clear that West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital will remain accessible throughout the duration of the parade.

Residents who have scheduled appointments, work shifts, or expected visits during the event may want to allow extra travel time and consider approaching the hospital from streets that are not part of the parade route.

What Drivers And Residents Should Expect

Drivers in Sulphur should be prepared for:

• Road closures beginning around 9 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025
• Limited access to Cypress Street and parts of Ruth Street near the parade route
• Additional congestion on surrounding streets as drivers seek alternate paths

Residents along Cypress Street and the nearby intersections listed can expect increased foot traffic, parked vehicles, and temporary limitations on driveway access while the parade is moving past their area.

The early barricade time gives parade organizers room to stage floats, marching groups, and support vehicles safely before the 11 a.m. start. It also reduces the risk of conflicts between through traffic and the parade lineup.

While the city did not provide an exact reopening time, roads are typically reopened once the parade clears the area and organizers remove barricades, often early to mid-afternoon depending on parade length and cleanup.

Safety And Planning Tips

• Plan travel early: If possible, complete essential errands along Cypress Street or Ruth Street before 9 a.m.
• Use alternate routes: Expect to avoid Cypress Street from Beglis Parkway to Ruth Street and Ruth Street between Pecan Street and Cypress Street.
• Allow extra time: Those heading to work, church events, or hospital visits near the parade window should plan for slower traffic and detours.
• Watch for pedestrians: Large community parades often draw families with children, so drivers near the route should be cautious and expect people walking and crossing streets, especially near barricades and parking areas.

No specific parking rules or restrictions were included in the information provided, so residents should follow posted signs and standard city parking regulations.