Spring is in full swing and this weekend is packed with festivals, family events, and outdoor fun! From strawberries and circus shows to spring fairs and space exploration, there are plenty of Things To Do in Baton Rouge This Weekend for families.
Weekend Weather in Baton Rouge for Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Friday: Upper 70s with sunshine
Saturday: Low 80s and sunny
Sunday: Low 80s with a mix of sun and clouds
Disclosure: Event details can change due to weather or other circumstances. We always recommend checking with event hosts or official websites before heading out.
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BREC’s Independence Park Theatre Summer Camps are ready to make this the most memorable summer yet for young performers and creators! Whether your camper dreams of being center stage in Musical Theatre, exploring Media Arts & Filmmaking, or unleashing their creativity every day at Imagination Station, there are immersive, hands-on camps for ages 7–16.
Actors will learn auditioning, choreography, staging, costuming, and rehearsals — all leading up to real performances and festival showcases.
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Things To Do in Baton Rouge This Weekend
Friday – Saturday
Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival
📍 Ponchatoula Memorial Park
🎟️ FREE
🕐 April 10–12
👶 All ages
Details: Louisiana’s largest free harvest festival is back! Enjoy carnival rides, live music, strawberry treats, contests, and the popular parade on Saturday morning. This is a must-do spring tradition for families.
Learn more:
https://batonrougefamilyfun.com/ponchatoula-strawberry-festival/
Garden Bros Circus
📍 Memorial Stadium – Baton Rouge
🕐 Multiple showtimes April 10–12
👶 All ages
Details: Step right up for circus fun with thrilling performances and a huge kids fun zone featuring monster truck rides, bounce houses, a giant slide, face painting, and more. Kids attend free with a paid adult ticket.
Learn more:
https://gardenbrosnuclearcircus.com/free-childrens-ticket/
Saturday
RKM’s Livingston Spring Fair
📍 28315 S. Frost Rd, Livingston
🕐 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM (April 11)
👶 All ages
Details: This family-friendly spring fair features local vendors, free food and goodies, music, raffles, and activities for kids. A fun and easy Saturday outing with a great community feel.
Admission: Free
Highland Road Park Observatory Programs
📍 Highland Road Park Observatory
🕐 Programs April 10–11
👶 All ages
Details: Explore space this weekend with a full lineup of educational and interactive programs. Friday features the Friday Night Lecture Series: “Status of Artemis” along with evening sky viewing. Saturday includes Science Academy: “Colonizing the Moon” plus another evening sky viewing session. Programs are weather permitting, so call ahead before visiting.
Learn more:
brec.org/HRPO/April
Pizza and Prayers Festival
📍 Evangeline Street Park
🕐 12:00–5:00 PM (April 11)
👶 All ages
Details: Enjoy a day of community, music, and family fun at this local festival featuring free food, live performances from local artists, bounce houses, and activities for kids. A great way to spend a Saturday afternoon with the family.
SUNDAY
Baker Faire
📍 Main Library at Goodwood
🕐 2:00 – 5:00 PM (April 12)
👶 All ages
Details: A sweet Sunday event featuring local bakers, homemade treats, demos, a cookie contest, and the fun Edible Book Festival. Perfect for families who love desserts and creativity.