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Tiany made her way to Baton Rouge over 25 years ago after meeting her husband, Baton Rouge native Jazz drummer, Troy Davis, in Paris, France.

She has over 15 years of experience blogging, microblogging, managing social media, and building online communities.

One of her greatest passions is supporting families where they live and love – locally! Oh, and she homeschools four boys.

Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse – 2023

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Summer is the perfect time for families to come together, create lasting memories, and enjoy life’s simple pleasures. As a mom, I’m always on the lookout for activities that cater to my children’s interests while providing a fun experience for the entire family. That’s why I’m thrilled to share that Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse is back for 2023.

Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse

Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse is back with 8 weeks of kid-approved movies at Perkins Rowe! Enjoy exciting big-screen entertainment for just $1.50* per ticket for each movie. Save even more on your visit with $1 OFF deals on kids’ snack packs and any size popcorn & drink combos during showtimes.

Participating theatres will host Summer Movie Clubhouse on Wednesdays at 9:30 am, June 21 through August 16. Select theatres will offer additional showtimes throughout the week, so be sure to check your local theatre for more Summer Movie Clubhouse fun!

Whether your kids are fans of animated adventures, captivating stories, or heartwarming tales, there’s something for everyone. From old favorites to recent releases, this program is designed to keep the whole family entertained week after week.

2023 Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse

Participating Theatres

Visit the Cinemark website to see more details and a list of participating theatres.

You can visit the Baton Rouge Cinemark Movie Theatre at Perkins Rowe. (TIP – you’ll need to select the Wednesday date to see the available movie tickets).

SUMMER MOVIE CLUB FAQs

Q: Do I need a coupon for the $1 OFF concessions deals?
A: No coupon is necessary. Discounts will be taken at the register during Summer Movie Clubhouse showtimes.

Q: Do children need to be accompanied by an adult?
A: Children ages 11 and under should be accompanied by an adult.

Q: Are tickets the same price for adults and children?
A: Summer Movie Clubhouse showtimes are $1.50 per ticket, per movie for children and adults.

The Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse for 2023 is an extraordinary program that brings families together for a summer of unforgettable fun at an affordable price! So, grab your popcorn, sit back, and let the magic of the movies transport you to a world of joy and togetherness this summer.

FREE Summer Music Camp – East Baton Rouge Parish Schools

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The East Baton Rouge Public School System’s Fine Arts Department is hosting a series of FREE Summer Music Camp options this summer, including Band, Jazz, and Strings camps. This is an experience of a lifetime for Baton Rouge students as camps will be instructed by award-winning music teachers, who truly understand the importance of cultivating future musicians.

Summer Music Camp

FREE Summer Music Camp

SUMMER BAND JAM CAMP

This FREE camp is only for EBRPSS students in Grades 5 – 11 (2022-2023 School Year) The program is designed for students who have previous instruction in band courses, both middle school and high school. Wide range of engaging activities, that reinforce and further our students’ musical skills. Activities will allow curious students to study topics in-depth by discovering new concepts through musical play and exchanging ideas with their intellectual peers.

Activities include: Proper mouth, hand, and body positioning;

Care of the Instrument; More Advanced Rhythms; Chromatic Notes/Rudiments; tuning with others; and Articulations/Stickings.

This a great opportunity to give students a chance to get that small group instruction or chances for one-on-one music lessons.

This camp will be instructed by award-winning music teachers, who truly understand the importance of cultivating future musicians.

Incoming Grades:
6th-12th

Camp Dates & Times:
May 30- June 29 (Mon-Thurs.)
9:00-12:00 pm (Concert Band)

 

SUMMER BAND CAMP WITH A JAZZY TWIST

This FREE camp is only for EBRPSS students in Grades 7 – 11 (2022-2023 School Year). The program is designed for students who have previous instruction in band courses, both middle school and high school. Wide range of engaging activities, which will reinforce and further our students’ musical skills. Activities will allow curious students to study topics in-depth by discovering new concepts through musical play and exchanging ideas with their intellectual peers.

Some activities include: Proper mouth, hand, and body positioning: Chromatic Notes/Rudiments/Jazz scales and

Chords; Tuning with others; Jazz articulations/Stickings/Rhythms; and Stage presence.

STUDENTS IN THIS ADDENDUM MUST PARTICIPATE IN THE MORNING SUMMER BAND JAM ’22 PORTIONS OF THE DAY.

Incoming Grades:
8th-12th

Camp Dates & Times
June 19- June 29 (Mon – Thurs)
12:30 – 2:00 PM (Jazz)

 

MY SUMMER OF STRINGS CAMP

This FREE camp is only for EBRPSS students in Grades 4 – 11 (2022 – 2023 School Year). The program is designed for students who have previous instruction in orchestral strings courses, elementary, middle, and/or high school. The session will provides a wide range of engaging activities, that reinforce and further our students’ musical skills. Activities will allow curious students to study topics in-depth, discovering new concepts through musical play and exchanging ideas with their intellectual peers.

Some activities include: Proper hand and body positioning; Chromatic notes; tuning with others; proper bowing technique; double stops, ear training, and pizzicato.

A great way to give students a chance to get that small group instruction and/or chances for one-on-one music lessons. This camp will be instructed by award-winning music teachers, who truly understand the importance of cultivating future musicians.

Incoming grades:
5th – 12th

Camp Dates & Times:
June 19- June 29 (Mon – Thurs.)
9:00 – 12:00 PM (Strings)

LOCATION FOR ALL CAMPS- TARA HIGH SCHOOL
9002 Whitehall Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70806

Registering your child for this summer’s FREE Fine Arts Summer Camp is simple; simply call 225-383-2611 or scan the QR code below.

Palette Knife Painted Cakes Have Arrived

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If you are on Facebook or Instagram, you are probably familiar with our next Small Business Spotlight; Shannon’s Sugah Shack! Shannon is a scratch-made cottage baker focusing on unique cakes, southern desserts, and her gorgeous Palette Knife Painted Cakes made with immaculate detail!

Palette Knife Painted Cakes

For Shannon Martz, the founder of Shannon’s Sugah Shack, the recipe for her work looks a little something like this:

  • 1 part ambition
  • 1 part perseverance
  • 1 Part passion
  • And a whole lot of creativity

I know this from experience, as Shannon has made my family’s last five cakes! Shannon’s cakes never fail to blow our minds and are as delicious as they are beautiful. Here are just a few…

Palette Knife Painted Cakes

Palette Knife Painted Cakes are a growing trend nationwide for their beauty, abstract modern design, and textures. Shannon’s Sugah Shack, LLC was the first to introduce these beautiful cakes to Baton Rouge in 2021, and they have been a favorite for many happy customers ever since. In addition, these beautiful cakes can be customized to match any color scheme and theme.

Palette Knife Painted Cakes

Getting To Know Shannon’s Sugah Shack Owner,
Shannon Martz:

What’s the “Why” behind Shannon’s Sugah Shack?

I have been selling baked goods solely to friends and family (and their businesses) since I was a kid in 1984. Through wonderful encouragement, prayers, and support, I finally decided (January 2021) to make the Sugah Shack my small business after recovering from a terrible accident.

What’s one obstacle you’ve overcome?

I was pinned as a pedestrian between two trucks. If it weren’t for my husband Jason (married 24 years), I would have lost my life that day. Due to surgeries, procedures, and lots of physical therapy, I can only work from home, but I’m grateful to be back to baking! I still have surgeries and PT, but God is good and has guided my every step. Even though I deal with chronic pain, I find so much joy in baking.

Palette Knife Painted Cakes

Anything you’d like to share with the community?

THANK YOU!! I appreciate your support and encouragement and for trusting me with your future baking needs and special occasions. So much love and intention go into everything my hands make, and all of the glory belongs to God. I was also voted Best Bakery in 2021 and 2022 in Ascension and Best Dessert in 2021, and I came in the top three in both years in King Cakes, Desserts, and Catering! To place an order or ask any questions, message me! God bless. ♥️

Shannon’s Sugah Shack serves up a tasty variety of custom cakes and desserts for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, sweet sixteens, and more – need something sweet to share with your loved ones for your next celebration? Head to Shannon’s Sugah Shack to learn more about Shannon’s creations!

Contact Shannon’s Sugah Shack, LLC via Facebook or Instagram to place an order – and order early because Shannon books up fast!

 

Baton Rouge Business Spotlight

Local business is the backbone of our community. We want to show our support to fellow businesses through Business Spotlight features. Are you a business owner? Email Tiany@batonrougefamilyfun.com to share your business’s story with her today. Have a favorite business that you’d like to nominate? Send Tiany an email as well.

Baton Rouge Bike Festival – BREC Park

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Are you bananas for bicycles? Join BREC for the second annual Baton Rouge Bike Festival. Come enjoy velodrome demonstrations, free rides on BREC’s BMX track, BMX skate park competition, and guided bicycle rides along the Pennington Trail.

This event will feature many bike-related organizations throughout East Baton Rouge Parish, and aims to support two-wheeled locomotion and a love for all things bicycling. It’ll be wheely fun! 😉

Event: BR Bike Fest
Date: April 22
Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Location: Perkins Road Community Park
7122 Perkins Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Here are a few highlights from last year’s Bike Festival; you won’t want to miss it!

 

Wild Wine Walk – BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo

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The Baton Rouge Zoo’s Wine Walk is back, and it’s the perfect date night or Moms Night Out with friends.

Friends of the Baton Rouge Zoo is hosting Wild Wine Walk🍷 on April 21st. Guests (21+) are invited to stroll through the zoo for an early evening of wine tasting, sample small bites from local eateries, live music & much more. Their VIP experience will include an hour early access to the event, VIP Hours 4pm – 7:30pm, includes a commemorative wine tumbler and other offerings to come. This event promises to be a WILDLY good time!

 

WILD WINE WALK

WHEN: APRIL 21, 2023
4 PM to 7:30 PM – VIP
5 PM to 7:30 PM – GENERAL ADMISSION

WHERE: BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo

TICKETS:

  • General Admission Tickets are $50
  • VIP Tickets are $75

Tickets are now available:🍷www.wildwinewalk.org🍷

Disclosure: This is a “sponsored post.” The company that sponsored it compensated BRM via a cash payment, gift, or giveaway. Opinions expressed herein are that of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of the sponsor.

Things to Do in Baton Rouge this Weekend {March 31- April 2 }

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The Family Friendly Baton Rouge weekend guide is a round-up of all the best events happening this weekend and things to do near you. No shortage of things to do in Baton Rouge with your family!

Events are subject to change, be sure to check events are as scheduled before heading out. 

Things To Do in Baton Rouge  This Weekend

Continuous Egg Hunt: Forest
Saturday, April 1st,  1 PM – 3 PM
BREC’s Independence Community Park

Things to Do in Baton Rouge this Weekend

Question – What do you get when you combine kids, eggs, prizes, and fun? You get BREC’s Continuous Egg Hunt! BREC invites you to join them for this family-fun event – games, face painting, bounce houses, arts & crafts, petting zoo, and a special appearance from – just you wait and see!

 

ZIPPITY ZOO FEST 
Saturday, April 1 and Sunday April 2 9:30 AM – 5 PM
BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo

Calling all Party Animals!! 🦒🦓🐏 🐅🐆 Join BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo as they celebrate their 53rd birthday at Zippity Zoo Fest on April 1st and 2nd! 

The whole family will enjoy our Annual spring festival complete with a live entertainment, edzoocation station, children’s village, animal enrichments, special character visits, free birthday cake and much more!

 

Easter Bunny at the Rowe
Saturday, April 1st,  8 AM & 12 PM
Red Stick Farmers Market 5th and Main St.

Hippity Hop on over to Perkins Rowe on April 1 to see the Easter Bunny!
Breakfast with the Bunny at CPK:
9am-11am
Breakfast pizzas are $15 and kids under 3 eat free!
***Reservations are required! Call CPK to reserve your spot today! 225-766-3840
Selfies with the Bunny:
11:30am-1:30pm
Take a selfie with the bunny in front of the fountain! In the event of rain, the bunny will move to the covered area in front of Cinemark.
*Selfies are free of charge!

 

Flower Fest 
Saturday APR 1 AT 10 AM – Sunday APR 2 AT 4 PM
Pointe-Marie

Who’s ready for a two-day family-friendly festival?? The Flower Fest kicks off this weekend and celebrates the talent and ingenuity of Floral Artists through this collaborative event bringing together florists in a spirit of camaraderie, fellowship, and culture. All profits of the festival benefit St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
WHEN: SATURDAY & SUNDAY 10AM-4PM�
WHERE: POINTE-MARIE �
14200 River Road
Baton Rouge LA 70820
This year’s festival will include the following:
🌸Floral Artists Market with over 25 vendors
🍱Numerous Food Trucks
📸More floral photo ops & backdrops
🦄Festival Hair and Floral Temporary Tattoos and more!
🧺Picnic blankets and lawn chairs are encouraged as this festival is held outdoors on a beautiful ample lawn.
*Kids under 3 get in free.

 

2nd Annual Edible Book Festival
SATURDAY AT 2 PM
Main Library at Goodwood

The Edible Book Festival is an international celebration of books, food, and bad puns, held on or around April Fools’ Day each year. Participants are invited to choose a book and create an edible representation of its title or wordplay on its title. Join us as we gather at the Main Library at Goodwood on Saturday, April 1 at 2 p.m. to view the bookish fare concocted to amuse, amaze, or, yes, even disgust onlookers and fellow participants. Vote for your favorites in categories such as Best in Show, Wittiest Wordplay, Least Appetizing and more! Winners will be announced at 4 p.m. and prizes will be awarded!
To submit an entry, just bring your punny, edible creation to the Library at 1 p.m. to be displayed!

 

Things to Do in Baton Rouge this Weekend {Feb 4th – Feb 5th}

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The Family Friendly Baton Rouge weekend guide is a round-up of all the best events happening this weekend and things to do near you. With the holidays upon us, there is no shortage of things to do in Baton Rouge with your family! It’s Free First Sunday in Baton Rouge this weekend too!

Events are subject to change, be sure to check events are as scheduled before heading out. 

Things To Do in Baton Rouge  This Weekend

3rd Annual Krewe of Oshun Parade & Festival
Saturday, February 4th  12 PM – 6 PM

JOIN THE KREWE TODAY | Set to roll out on February 4, 2023 | You do not want to miss the opportunity to be apart of the 3rd Annual Krewe of Oshun BR Parade & Festival.
North Baton Rouge Now, Inc. would like to invite you to participate in the inaugural Krewe of Oshun Mardi Gras Parade & Festival. We are excited to continue our legacy of bringing positive and much needed events to East Baton Rouge Parish and surrounding parishes. The Krewe of Oshun rolls out Saturday, February 4, 2023 at 12 noon. The festival kickoff begins promptly at 2pm. Immediately followed by entertainment and festivities. We invite you to be as creative as you would like with your float entries.

Location: 660 N Fourth St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, United States

 

BREC’s Magnolia Mound – Free First Sunday
Sunday, February 5th

Free self-guided tours will be offered on the first Sunday of each month. Occasional demonstrations will be offered.
Black History Presentation
Presenter: Monique Mulder
Time: 2 p.m.
Louisiana is unique in many ways, one being the long and rich history of its black catholic community. Drawing from personal experience and historical research Monique Mulder explores the history, complexities, and uniqueness of various black catholic parishes and schools that are an important but often overlooked aspect of Louisiana’s culture.
Location: 2161 Nicholson Dr, Baton Rouge

 

Capitol Park Museum – Free First Sunday
Sunday, February 5th

Enjoy FREE ADMISSION to Capitol Park Museum every first Sunday of the month courtesy of the Friends of the Capitol Park Museum!
The Capitol Park Museum tells a story of passion, adventure and discovery that could have happened only in the Bayou State. Come explore a way of life like no other.
Location: 660 N Fourth St, Baton Rouge

 

Dino-Light – Manship Theatre 
Sunday, February 5th, 2 pm

DINO-LIGHT, formerly known as Darwin the Dinosaur, was the recipient of the prestigious Jim Henson Foundation Grant and is the first feature-length theatrical production created and performed by creators Ian Carney and Corbin Popp.
In this original storyline, a famous scientist with magical powers brings a friendly dinosaur to life. When the dinosaur wanders away from home, he discovers a wonderful world full of creatures that light up the darkness and help him find the true meaning of love. This glow-in-the dark adventure is visually stunning and has been praised for its cutting edge blend of puppetry, technology and dance by audiences all over the world.
‍Recommended for all ages

Location: 100 Lafayette St, Baton Rouge

 

CAAWS Mystic Krewe of Mutts

Bring your pups out for the 24th Annual CAAWS Mystic Krewe of Mutts!! Bark in the Park begins at 10 a.m., the K9 demo by BRPD begins at 11 in front of Galvez Plaza stage, the Dog Costume Contest begins at noon on the Galvez Plaza stage, and the parade rolls at 2 down North Blvd.! Laissez les bon temps rouler!

Location: North Boulevard Town Square

 

Family Friendly Mardi Gras

Mardi Gras Activity Book – Free Printable – Baton Rouge Family Fun

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Our Mardi Gras Activity Book has every element that makes Mardi Gras fun: trumpets, music, drums, jester hats, king cake, confetti, masks, and more! These 16 worksheets will help preschoolers, kindergarteners, and beyond develop early learning skills with ABCs, numbers, shapes, fine motor skills, handwriting, educational games, and more.

Mardi Gras Activity Book

Mardi Gras Activity Book

Mardi Gras Activity Book – What’s included:

16 Pages

  • Flashcards / Memory Game
  • Mardi Gras, I  Spy
  • Trace the Letters
  • Trace the Numbers
  • Mardi Gras King Maze Game
  • Match the shapes
  • Count and Trace
  • Mardi Gras Words
  • Cutting Practice
  • Trace the Lines
  • Trace the shapes
  • Which is Bigger

Get instant access to our Free Mardi Gras Activity Book Printable – 16 pages of Mardi Gras Fun! 

Please check your Junk Folder for the link
to download the Activity Book!

Mardi Gras History & Facts

What Is Mardi Gras?

Mardi Gras is a Christian holiday that’s celebrated the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday, the day that begins the Christian season called Lent. During this season, which lasts until Easter Sunday, Christians are supposed to give up bad habits or fast from certain foods. Mardi Gras literally means ‘Fat Tuesday’ in French. It is a day (and night) to live it up and enjoy one last day of fun before the discipline of Lent.

History

Originally celebrated in medieval Europe, particularly Italy and France, Mardi Gras was declared a legal holiday in Louisiana in 1875. The first record of a Mardi Gras celebration in the United States is from the early 1700s. Celebrations took place in New Orleans and were more like fancy balls or dances. The carnival atmosphere did not occur until later in the 1700s. The first parades began in the 1800s, and the parade king became a regular symbol of the festivities.

Symbols & Colors

There are many famous symbols that represent this exciting holiday. Many people enjoy a king cake, a sugary dessert that has a plastic baby baked inside. According to tradition, the person who gets the piece of cake with the baby inside will have good luck and prosperity.

The beads in Mardi Gras necklaces are often made in the official Mardi Gras colors of gold, representing power; purple symbolizes justice; and green, which represents faith. You may see people wearing masks in these colors as well.

Why is Early Learning important?

Simply put, a child’s early years lay the foundation for all that is to come. In recent years, researchers have learned that the human brain develops the vast majority of its neurons and is most receptive to learning between birth and three years of age. In fact, the intake of new information is critical to the formation of active neural pathways (Shonkoff & Phillips, 2000).

Early education can play a critical role during this important developmental period. Research linking early intervention to both cognitive and socio-emotional gains has fueled the proliferation of early childhood programs since the early part of the twentieth century. The last four decades, in particular, have produced many new practices and principles for use with young children. 

Source: study.com

Check out our full Mardi Gras Guide for more Mardi Gras Family Fun, King Cake Guides, and more!

Family Friendly Mardi Gras

Baton Rouge Family Fun Christmas Lights Scavenger Hunt

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One of our favorite family traditions is taking an evening car ride in search of the best Christmas Lights in Baton Rouge. From the houses with thousands of synchronized dancing lights to the simple and elegant ones, we appreciate the time it takes to share the beauty of their Christmas lights with the community. As you are driving around looking at Christmas Lights, add some more fun with a Christmas Lights Scavenger Hunt!  You can add your own ideas to the list, too!

Find our giant list of Amazing Christmas Lights in Baton Rouge & Beyond here!

Baton Rouge Family Fun Christmas Lights Scavenger Hunt

Click on the image below for a FREE printable to take with you on your next adventure!

Christmas & Holiday Events in Baton Rouge & BeyondBaton Rouge Holiday Events Guide

PAW Patrol Live Baton Rouge “The Great Pirate Adventure”

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Nickelodeon and VStar Entertainment Group present PAW Patrol Live Baton Rouge “The Great Pirate Adventure,” an action-packed, music-filled production. Join the heroic pups on an all-new pirate-themed mission when they take the stage at the River Center Performing Arts Theater on Saturday, November 18th and 20th. Tickets are still available at Ticketmaster.com, by calling 800-745-3000, or at the Raising Cane’s River Center Box Office.

Ryder and your favorite pups have been working hard to get back on the road and they are ready to roll to Baton Rouge. In this production, the heroic pups from the top-rated animated preschool series PAW Patrol, produced by Spin Master Entertainment and airing on Nickelodeon, embark on a pirate-themed adventure to uncover hidden treasure. Do not miss this PAWsome opportunity to see the whole pack in this live touring stage performance. Tickets for all four performances are on sale now and may be purchased at pawpatrollive.com.

PAW Patrol Live Baton Rouge

In PAW Patrol Live! “The Great Pirate Adventure,” Mayor Goodway is getting everything shipshape for a big Pirate Day celebration in Adventure Bay. When Cap’n Turbot falls into a dark and mysterious cavern, it’s PAW Patrol to the rescue! Chase, Marshall, Rubble, Skye, Rocky and Zuma save Cap’n Turbot and discover a secret pirate treasure map that leads them on an epic adventure. Things get ruff when Mayor Humdinger wants to find the treasure first for Foggy Bottom. The pups need all paws on deck for this pirate adventure, including help from the newest pup who’s all ears…Tracker! Using their heroic rescue skills, problem solving and teamwork, the pups set sail to save the day. No job is too big, no pirate pup is too small!

PAW Patrol Live Baton Rouge

PAW Patrol Live! “The Great Pirate Adventure is the perfect way for families to create lifelong memories and provides kids the opportunity to experience in-person theater.  Since its debut in the Fall of 2016, PAW Patrol Live! has been seen by over 4.3 million people, providing fans in over 40 countries with an unforgettable Broadway-style production. The performance is an interactive live stage show, encouraging audiences to learn pirate catchphrases, dance the pirate boogie and help the pups follow the treasure map and solve picture puzzles throughout their mission!

PAW Patrol Live Baton Rouge

What:     PAW Patrol Live! “The Great Pirate Adventure” is back and on a roll to Baton Rouge!

When:    Friday              November 18, 2022              6 pm

               Sunday            November 20, 2022             Noon & 4 pm

Where:   The River Center Performing Arts Theatre

               396 St Louis Street   Baton Rouge

Tickets: Tickets start at $25. Tickets are available at the River Center Performing Arts Theatre Box Office, www.ticketmaster.com or by phone at 800-745-3000. Ticket prices are inclusive of a $3 facility fee. Prices are subject to change. Additional fees and special offers may apply.

PAW Patrol Live Baton Rouge

V.I.P: A limited number of V.I.P. (Very Important Pup) Packages are available, starting at $125. The VIP package includes a premium seat and exclusive photo opp with PAW Patrol characters after the show. Each adult & child (age 1 & up) in a group must have a VIP ticket.

For more information or to join the Tail Mail mailing list for presale and other exclusive offers, visit www.pawpatrollive.com. Follow PAW Patrol Live! on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter at @pawpatrollive, and the hashtag #pawpatrollive.

Enter GIVEAWAY  for a Family Four Pack to Paw Patrol Live on Baton Rouge Family Fun’s Facebook Page & Instagram Page!