NATCHITOCHES – The deadline to become a sponsor of Flavor of Louisiana, Northwestern State University’s spring seafood festival and most popular fund raiser, has been extended to Thursday, March 9.

Flavor of Louisiana will be Friday, March 17 in Prather Coliseum.  Doors open at 6 p.m. but Louisiana sponsors ($5,000), Bayou sponsors ($2,500) and Magnolia sponsors ($1,000) will be treated to a sponsors-only happy hour from 5-6 p.m., along with signage, media promotions and a special gift.

Louisiana sponsorship also comes with reserved seating for 10, priority parking and priority service.  Bayou sponsors will get reserved seating for eight and priority parking. Magnolia sponsors will get reserved seating for four.

Flavor of Louisiana is presented in partnership with the Louisiana Seafood Board and will feature samples of Louisiana seafood dishes prepared by chefs from around the state, along with selections for non-seafood eaters, craft beers, specialty cocktails, coffee and specially prepared desserts. The event will include music, dancing, raffles, prizes and more.  Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser will return as a special guest.

Proceeds from the event will support student scholarships, academic enhancements and faculty development.

Tickets are $85 per person or $135 per couple.  To learn more about the event, view a list of vendors, purchase tickets or become a sponsor, visit nsula.edu/fol or call (318) 357-4292.