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Covington's Tammany Trace trailhead features a campanile, bandstand and amphitheater, and a visitor center featuring rotating art exhibits. The trailhead serves as a resting station for visitors walking or cycling the 31-mile Tammany Trace. Public restrooms on-site.
Learn more about the history of Covington with a walk-through photo exhibit, interactive kiosks, short films and kids' video.
The trailhead also is site of free concerts, arts & crafts markets, festivals, and a lunchtime farmers market on Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Saturday's market is held nearby on the grounds of the Covington Police Dept., 608 N. Columbia St.).
The center is open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, 12-4 p.m. Admission is free.
The facility is available for private event rental. The spacious indoor/outdoor setting may be tailored for events ranging from 100 to 1,500 guests. Rental fee includes use of the outdoor stage, covered market depot, two handicap-accessible restrooms and access to electrical outlets and water. For information on rentals, or groups and school field trips, or to donate artifacts to the museum, please call the Facilities Manager at (985) 867-1206.
September 14, 2024
The Tunnels to Towers Foundation presents a 5K Run/Walk benefit race on Saturday, September 14, 2024 at Covington Trailhead, 419 N. New Hampshire St., Covington. Funds raised will be... Read More
September 21, 2024
Celebrate all things German while helping a good cause at Northshore Oktoberfest by A Rhea of Hope, Saturday, September 21, 2024, 4 p.m.-9 p.m. at the Covington Trailhead in... Read More
Dates vary between September 26, 2024 - October 31, 2024
Bring blankets, fest chairs and dancing shoes to the Covington Trailhead for the Fall 2024 Rockin' the Rails concert series, with shows scheduled for September 26 and October 3, 10,... Read More
October 11, 2024
Join the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Louisiana for Under the Big Top, happening Friday, October 11, 6-9 p.m. at Covington Trailhead. Enjoy food, cocktails, a silent auction and... Read More
December 6, 2024
All are invited to join in the festive fun of welcoming the Christmas season in Covington with a sing-along and performances at Covington Trailhead on Friday, December 6, 2024,... Read More
December 7, 2024
The City of Covington presents the 3rd annual Christmas in Covington on Saturday, December 7, 2024, 4:00-6:30 p.m. The Lollipop Marching Group kicks off the festive event with a... Read More
December 8, 2024
Join the Covington Heritage Foundation for its annual History and Holly Home Tour, 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., on Sunday, December 8, 2024. This is a perfect outing to enjoy with friends... Read More
March 29, 2025
The British Motoring festival is a celebration of British cars and motorcycles, both classic and modern. Visitors are welcome to view the cars, learn about them from the owners, and... Read More