Exploring Local Family Fun One Adventure at a Time There’s something special about summertime in Baton Rouge. Long sunny days, muddy shoes, snowball stops, playground adventures, splash pads, nature walks, and discovering places right here in our own community that somehow feel brand new through the eyes of our kids. That’s exactly why we’re so
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Looking for a fun and affordable activity for kids this spring and summer? Families can take advantage of the Kids Bowl Free program at participating bowling centers across Louisiana, including locations in Baton Rouge and Gonzales. The nationwide Kids Bowl Free program allows registered children to bowl free games all spring and summer long at
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Here are 30 Things To Do with kids in Baton Rouge and beyond that will keep you busy this Spring Break and all summer long! Good to Know Before You Go: Please be sure to call before heading out; times change, parks close, so many variables can affect your outing. 30 Things To Do with Kids
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School is out, summer is officially here, and this weekend is packed with family fun! From magical adventures and swamp wildlife encounters to water park fun, berry picking, and even a once-in-a-generation tall ship celebration worth the drive, there are plenty of ways to make memories with your crew this weekend. Whether you’re looking for
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Families looking for a little summer magic won’t want to miss this one! Knock Knock Children’s Museum is transforming into a whimsical medieval village for this year’s KnockFest, and it sounds like an unforgettable day of family fun. Inspired by the legends of King Arthur and the Sword in the Stone, KnockFest 2026 invites kids
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If your kids have already started asking when they can go swimming again, the wait is over. Liberty Lagoon officially opens for the season this weekend, just in time for Baton Rouge families to kick off summer break. And honestly? It sounds like this may be one of their best seasons yet. BREC has
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Memorial Day weekend is here, and Baton Rouge families have plenty of ways to kick off summer fun together! From festivals and live music to patriotic tributes, berry picking, and splash pad adventures, there’s something for every age this weekend. Whether you’re planning a full day out or just looking for a few family-friendly activities,
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Blueberry and Blackberry picking can be a fun, delicious, and educational outing with kids. Nothing compares to picking one’s own food and seeing where our food comes from. In Louisiana, the picking season usually starts earlier than other parts of the country, and we’re blessed to have several options for Blueberry picking near Baton Rouge.
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Baton Rouge families, this is one of those events you circle on the calendar now! This spring, New Orleans will be the very first stop as the U.S. welcomes the tall ships of the world to the Port of New Orleans for a nationwide celebration of the U.S’s 250th anniversary. I have to tell you
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This weekend has some outdoor adventures, science fun, and family-friendly events around Baton Rouge! From birdwatching challenges and observatory programs to nature celebrations and inclusive play experiences, there are plenty of Things To Do in Baton Rouge This Weekend for families to enjoy together. Weekend Weather in Baton Rouge for Friday, Saturday, Sunday Friday: Warm
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Looking for a free way to help your teen stay active, healthy, and off screens this summer? Planet Fitness is once again bringing back its popular High School Summer Pass™ program, giving teens ages 14–19 free access to gyms all summer long from June 1 through August 31, 2026. Planet Fitness – Teens Work Out
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Spring fun continues around Baton Rouge this weekend with magical adventures, hands-on history activities, and exciting nighttime nature experiences for families. If you’re looking for Things To Do in Baton Rouge This Weekend, we’ve rounded up some fun family-friendly events happening around town. Weekend Weather in Baton Rouge Friday: Rain during the day with highs
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