Are you looking for family fun on a lazy Sunday in Baton Rouge? Good news: The first Sunday of every month is free admission day at many of Baton Rouge’s most popular attractions! Here are a few places you can visit on your first free Sunday. Check out the exhibitions, collections, hands-on galleries, interactive performances,
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Looking for a free fall festival near Baton Rouge to add to your family’s October calendar? 🎃🍂 The City of Walker Fall Festival & Gospel Concert is bringing an evening full of fall fun, live music, food, and activities for the whole family to Sidney Hutchinson Park in Walker, Louisiana, on Friday, October 17, 2026.
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The first weekend of September is here, and Baton Rouge is kicking off the month with FREE museum fun, local history, farmers market finds, story time, sensory-friendly activities and plenty of ways to get the kids out of the house. Find Things to Do in Baton Rouge This Weekend in our Weekend Planner! And Sunday
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Halloween events in Baton Rouge are officially underway, and one of our top picks is the Swamp Haunted Hikes at BREC’s Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center! Our family had a blast last year, and it’s the perfect way to enjoy a night full of activities and not-so-spooky Halloween fun. Watch our short video from last year’s
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Looking for things to do with kids in Baton Rouge this weekend? We’ve got you covered! From FREE festivals and markets to nature adventures, astronomy, animals, Pokémon, Louisiana culture and more, there are plenty of ways to make memories with the family around Baton Rouge, Prairieville, Gonzales, Denham Springs and beyond this weekend, August 28–30!
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Looking for a free family outing? Your library card can now get you free museum and State Park visits in Louisiana. Through the new Check Out Louisiana program, Louisiana residents can now use their public library card to reserve free passes to select state parks and museums across the state. It’s an easy way to
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Did you know BREC offers art classes and creative programs for both kids and adults throughout East Baton Rouge Parish? From free after-school art programs and a unique kids’ book-and-art experience to open studios and creative nights out for grown-ups, BREC Art has plenty of opportunities to get creative this fall. And if you’re not
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This weekend brings a fun mix of glowing hot air balloons, nighttime swamp exploring, back-to-school celebrations, hands-on art and science, local food, telescopes, and one more summer splash. Supporting our museums, parks, markets, and community programs helps keep these local family experiences going. ❤️ Things To Do in Baton Rouge This Weekend Zachary Really Hot
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Get ready for an amazing day filled with fun and excitement at the 4th Annual Zachary Really Hot Air Balloon Festival, presented by Downtown Live! This event is packed with activities and entertainment for the whole family! Will it be hot? YES, thus the name, check out the Zachary Really Hot Air Balloon Festival Survival
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August is bringing the kind of Baton Rouge weekend that calls for an early start, a water bottle in every bag, and an indoor backup plan. The latest forecast snapshot points to hot, humid days with storm chances in the mix. We’d plan outdoor stops for the morning, build in air-conditioning, and check the forecast
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All aboard… The beloved New Orleans Polar Express Train Ride is BACK for the 2026 holiday season. Families across Louisiana who have made this magical trip part of their Christmas tradition will surely be excited for the return of this festive ride to the North Pole, complete with hot cocoa, cookies, and Santa’s cheerful visit.
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Looking for an exciting family adventure that’s worth the drive? Pack up the kids and head west to Lake Charles for the Thunder Over Louisiana Air Show, happening August 29–30, 2026 at Chennault International Airport. Just about 2 hours from Baton Rouge, this action-packed weekend is the perfect end-of-summer road trip for families who love
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