Looking for family-friendly things to do in Baton Rouge and beyond this weekend? Look no further! Our Weekend Planner has you covered with the best events for fun with the whole family. From outdoor adventures to indoor excitement, we’ve curated a list of top happenings in town, including hot air balloon festivals, fairs, and music festivals – though a few events are about an hour away, they may be worth the road trip! Check out Baton Rouge Family Fun’s Weekend Planner…
Please note that events are subject to change, so be sure to verify event details before heading out.
THINGS TO DO IN BATON ROUGE THIS WEEKEND
When: Through Sunday, June 2nd
Where: 444 CAJUNDOME BLVD.
LAFAYETTE, LA 70506
Admission: FREE
More Info: https://bit.ly/AstronomyDay2024
Out-of-this-World fun is right here at home when you join BRECs’ Highland Road Park Observatory for TODAY, May 18 from 3 – 11 p.m. The whole family can explore the world of astronomy and outer space with hands-on activities, interactive experiments, solar viewings, and evening sky tours!
When: Every sat in June. They open at 7:30am.
Where: 14722 pride port Hudson rd pride, la 70770
Admission: $15 a bucket for a little over a gallon
4 varieties and about 800 plants.
When: June 1st, 3 PM
Where: Main Library at Goodwood
Admission: FREE
Listen to music from some of your favorite films at the Main Library at Goodwood on Saturday at 3 p.m. as the Civic Orchestra of Baton Rouge “Goes to the Movies.” The concert is free and open to the public.
When: Sunday, June 2nd
Where: Multiple Locations
Admission: Free
The first Sunday of every month is free admission day at many of Baton Rouge’s most popular attractions! Check out the exhibitions, collections, hands-on galleries, interactive performances, summer group programs, educators, tours, and inspiring shows.
Magnolia Mound will have a Juneteenth Special Program, Finding Your family’s Juneteenth Story June 2 / 2 p.m.
In honor of Juneteenth, Magnolia Mound offers a short, workshop on the basics of genealogy, specifically focusing on the African American experience in Louisiana. The study of one’s family helps connect a family’s story to the larger story of Louisiana and America. Come learn from a professional how to discover your family’s story.
Free self-guided tours will be offered on the first Sunday of each month. Occasional demonstrations will be offered.
