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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 {March 17- March 19}

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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
Saturday, Mar 18, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Jackson Community Park

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You and the fam won’t want to miss the first of three Continuous Egg Hunts!! BREC‘s Continuous Egg Hunt will include:
🥚2 hours of back-to-back hunts
🥳 Inflatables
🎨 Face Painting
🐐Petting Zoo
🎯Games
🖼Arts & Crafts
🎶 Music
🐰 A visit from the Easter Bunny and so much more!Hunts are happening at BREC’s Jackson, Forest, and Independence Community Parks from 1-3 p.m.! For specific dates and more information, visit https://bit.ly/CONTINUOUSEGGHUNT

 

Wearin’ of the Green Parade
Saturday, March 18th,  10 AM

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Wearin’ of the Green Parade rolls at 10am CST sharp starting at Hundred Oaks and South Acadian Thruway. Make your plans to join us for this lively, family-oriented parade. Festivities start early in the day with the Shamrock Run, which is held on part of the historical parade route and culminates with the parade itself!

You can expect 2 – 3 hours from the start of wherever you are standing to watch it. So, if you start seeing it at 11:00, expect it to be finished by 1:30-2pm.

 

Easter Eggstravaganza
Saturday, March 18th, 9 AM – 4 PM
Colonial Stables

Family-friendly fun, free admission! Photos with the Easter egg hunt, Easter Bunny, Shopping, Food trucks, Boiled crawfish, Gellyball, Bungee jump, Live bunnies and chicks, k-9 Korner, Girl Scout cookies, and more!

 

Baton Rouge Port Visit of NAO TRINIDAD
Saturday, March 16th – March 25th
USS KIDD Veterans Museum

Baton Rouge Port Visit of NAO TRINIDAD

The USS KIDD Veterans Museum will offer guests a step back into history with the arrival of the Nao Trinidad, a 16th-century Spanish-built replica with a rich history. The tall ship will be sailing upriver to Baton Rouge next month and be open for public tours from March 13th through the 25th on the downtown riverfront.
The NAO TRINIDAD was the flagship of the Magellan-Elcano expedition, leading the first expedition to circumnavigate the world between 1519 and 1522. Leading a fleet of five ships from Seville, Spain, TRINIDAD aided in the discovery of the Strait of Magellan at the southern tip of South America and crossed the Pacific. The wear and tear of the voyage took its toll on the fleet, with only the NAO VICTORIA surviving to return to Spain.

 

One Book One Community Kickoff Party
Sunday, March 19th 4 PM – 6 PM
Main Library at Goodwood

The East Baton Rouge Parish Library is kicking off its 17th Annual One Book One Community series celebrating The Blues: The Authentic Narrative of My Music and Culture by Chris Thomas King! Bring the whole family to enjoy delicious food and refreshments, live music, crafts, and community organizations celebrating Louisiana’s rich music, culture, history & more!

 

Things to Do in Baton Rouge this Weekend {March 11- March 12}

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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

Rockin at the Swamp
Saturday, March 11th,  9 AM – 4 PM
BREC’s Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center

Join Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center to explore the exciting world of rocks, minerals, gemstones, and fossils. Add to your rock collection or find some unique gift items at our Rockhound Market. Try your skill scaling our rock climbing wall. Learn to identify different rocks and minerals and make your own take-home identification card on our Treasure Trail. Experience the excitement of the gold rush while hunting for iron pyrite in our Gold Mine. Try out some rockin’ crafts or paint your own Rock Animal in our craft corner. Explore ancient life forms in the Fossil Quarry. This is one rockin’ day of fun highlighting geology and earth science. Pass discounts are available.
Ages: 3-17 / $4
Ages: 17+ / $5

 

City of Walker “Let’s Fly a Kite!” 
Saturday, March 11th,  10 AM – 2 PM
Sidney Hutchison Park

City of Walker "Let's Fly a Kite!" 

Plan to spend the day at the park! They will have a Farmer’s Market including Food trucks, professional kite demos, kite making workshops, kite giveaways, music by DJ KJack, and a special appearance by Pyro Pilots.

 

The Dinosaur Experience
Saturday, March 11th,  2 PM & 3:15 PM
Le Chien Brewing Company

The Dinosaur Experience

This is a FREE event! Visit with the Dino guys from The Dinosaur Experience on the patio of Le Chien Brewing Co.! This awesome group of guys has some seriously cool pets they are bringing with them for all of us to meet! They are hosting not one but TWO show times to make sure everyone gets to see the show. Bring your Dino-loving little ones (and dino lovin adults, duh) along to the family-friendly Le Chien Brewing Co.! Can you help Ranger Martin keep his mischievous dinosaurs under control?

 

Holi Festival of Baton Rouge
Saturday, March 11th,  2 PM – 5 PM
Repentance Park

The Holi is a unique festival of colors, harmony, friendship, and love that continues to grow in popularity each year. Although an Indian festival, this event attracts people from many different cultures and backgrounds from the South Louisiana community. At the 3rd Annual Holi Festival of Baton Rouge, there will be henna artists on site, facepainting, cultural dance performances, food, beer, and wine, and lots of COLOR! Admission is free and the event is family friendly.

 

John James Audubon Day
Saturday, March 11th,  10 AM – 4 PM
Audubon State Historic Site (45 min. from Baton Rouge)

John James Audubon Day

Saturday March 11th, visit Audubon State Historic Site and explore the world and legacy of John James Audubon’s time at Oakley Plantation in 1821. From 10 AM until 4 PM Activities will include:
10:00 AM Walking with Audubon. A guided walk through the grounds around Oakley, the things he saw, the people he knew.
10:30 AM Children’s activities- Scavenger Hunt
11:00 AM Special Oakley House tour- A sneak peek at our new tour format with quotes from John Audubon.
11:30 AM John Audubon at Oakley Plantation costumed Ranger led talk in front of Oakley House.
Noon Walking with Audubon. A guided walk through the grounds around Oakley, the things he saw, the people he knew.
12:30 Children’s Activities- Creating a Food Chain to discover the part Birds play in nature.
1:00PM Darlene Reeves of the Baton Rouge Audubon Society will be in the theatre with talks on many of Audubon’s prints, how they were made and their history.
1:30 PM Children’s Activities – Creating natural and recycled Bird Feeders
2:00 PM John Audubon at Oakley Plantation costumed Ranger led talk in front of Oakley House.
2:30 PM Children’s Activities-Creating Bird Houses to take home
3:00 PM Darlene Reaves of the Baton Rouge Audubon Society will show Audubon’s prints and his commentary on the birds and the paintings.
3:30 PM John Audubon at Oakley Plantation costumed Ranger led talk in front of Oakley House.

 

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

 

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Things to Do in Baton Rouge this Weekend {Dec 10 – Dec 11}

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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!

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

Things To Do in Baton Rouge this weekend: 

 

Santa Rocks the Rowe | December 10 | 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

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Join us TOMORROW, Saturday, December 10 from 5pm-8pm for Perkins Rowe‘s annual Santa Rocks the Rowe event!
🎅 Paid Photos with Santa provided by Cherry Hill
🎨 Face painting
🎄 Christmas Crafts and letters to Santa with Baton Rouge Family Fun
🎁 Games
🎶 Live Music and more!
Music Schedule:
Enjoy your favorite holiday tunes by local musicians:
The Cool Beans
5pm-6pm
Town Square Stage
The Baton Rouge Concert Band
6:30pm-8:00pm
Street next to CPK

 

 Cortana Kiwanis Christmas Parade | December 10 | 5:30pm

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The Cortana Kiwanis Christmas Parade rolls at 5:30pm. See the map below for parking and save a spot in front of Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge Downtown for easy access to drinks and restrooms! Battle of the Bands starts at 4pm.

Let it Sneaux | December 10 | 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

BREC Park

Friends, community and holiday cheer, make this season the most wonderful time of the year! Perkins Road Community Park is turning into a Winter Wonderland for this year’s Let It Sneaux! Come stuff your stockings on your stroll down Candy Cane Lane, take photos with Santa, enjoy s’mores and hot chocolate while watching movies on the big screen, playing in the snow and much more!

Event is free of charge and donations are welcome to benefit the BREC Foundation’s Send a Kid to Camp Program.

Come join the holiday fun! If you are a business or organization and would like to bRING in the holiday with us, reserve your spot here!

Perkins Road Community Park
7122 Perkins Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Festival of the Bonfires | December 9-11 |

CHRISTMAS ON THE RIVER…CAJUN STYLE! Enjoy great food, live entertainment, crafts, Santa’s Very Merry Forest and carnival rides throughout the weekend. Each night will be highlighted with a single bonfire lighting! Come out and experience a prelude to the famous Christmas Eve Bonfires: A tradition unique to St. James Parish and all the world!! LOCATION: Lutcher Recreational Park Lutcher Avenue- La HWY 3193 Lutcher, LA 70071 DATES: December 9, 10, and 11

Marche in the Park Christmas Market | December 11th  | 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Come out December 11th, 11am-4pm for Denham Springs Big Christmas Market! Come check out Christmas Marché in North Park! 190+ Vendors, Santa Pictures, Grinch Pictures, Face Painting, Bounce House, Free children’s craft corner, Food Trucks, Surprise Guest Appearances, and More!! ????

 

Find more Baton Rouge holiday events and activities for the family in our Christmas Events Guide:

Baton Rouge Holiday Events Guide

Things to Do in Baton Rouge this Weekend {Dec 2 – Dec 4}

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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!

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

Things To Do in Baton Rouge this weekend: 

 

Festival of Lights | December 2 | 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS - Christmas in Baton Rouge

Grab your cameras and your Christmas cheer, and get ready to enjoy the magic of the season. The Festival of Lights, Baton Rouge’s oldest holiday tradition, transforms the winter sky into a wonderland on December 2nd from 4-8 pm.

Welcome the holidays with half a million sparkling lights on North Boulevard, a 35-foot Christmas tree, a snow village complete with ice skating, and a visit from Santa Claus himself! Watch as the magic lights up before your eyes with a fireworks show and the annual tree lighting ceremony in North Boulevard Town Square. See our post with a full schedule of events!

Boucherie and Balloon Festival | December 2 -4 | Times Vary

The Boucherie and Balloon Festival is coming back to Sorrento! From hot air balloons, carnival rides, and cracklin’ cookoffs, to live music and plenty of shopping, they’ve got festivities you and the family won’t want to miss.

Sensory Santa | December 2 | 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

North Sherwood Forest Community Park – Drive thru the holidays at BREC’s Selfies with Santa. Each car will receive prepackaged holiday activities, snacks and reindeer food! Santa will also be available to take selfies with you and your family from the safety of your own car. This event is free and open to all ages and abilities.

Broadmoor’s Annual Christmas Parade | December 3 | 11:00 a.m.

Hosted by the Broadmoor Residents’ Association.
• This is an outdoor event and the parade will roll as long as weather conditions permit.
• The parade route begins at Broadmoor High School parking lot (on Goodwood Blvd), east onto Goodwood Blvd, through the S curve, then north on Woodhaven St, then west on S. River Oaks Dr., then south on Cora Dr., then east on Goodwood Blvd back to the Broadmoor High School parking lot. The parade route is about 1.9 miles in length.
In addition, they are asking both participants and attendees to bring a non-perishable food item(s) for donation. All the food items collected will be given to the food pantry immediately after the parade and then distributed to those in need by S.E. Ministries. For information on the Broadmoor Christmas Parade (including the parade route map), check the ‘Parade’ section of the website at http://www.broadmoor-br.org

A Rural Life Christmas | December 4 | 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

CHRISTMAS EVENTS IN BATON ROUGE

Ring in the Holiday season with a 19th century Louisiana celebration at the LSU Rural Life Museum.  Decorations with natural trimmings representative of special times of long ago will be displayed throughout the museum’s grounds.  Seasonal activities such a musical groups, demonstrating artisans, open-hearth cooking, storytellers, and costumed re-enactors will be present during this event. A complete list of activities and musical performances will be available soon. Children ages 0-3 will be admitted at no charge.  For everyone else, the cost is $10.00 per person. Admission: $10.00 per person. This event will conclude with a bonfire and a visit from Papa Noel!

Baton Rouge Zoo’s ZooLights | Through December 30th  | Zoo Hours

Zoolights is a mile-long trail through the Zoo with more than 50 illuminated display sculptures of animals and traditional holiday displays. Once again, the Zoo is partnering with The Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank to bring more impact & excitement to Zoolights. Every guest presenting non-perishable food items (minimum of one per person) during the hours of Zoolights, will receive a 50% discount from the regular admission price. All food donations will go directly to the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank.
DATES: November 25 – December 30 Closed Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Admission gates open 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Zoo grounds close at 9 p.m.

 

Find more Baton Rouge holiday events and activities for the family in our Christmas Events Guide:

Baton Rouge Holiday Events Guide

Things to Do in Baton Rouge this Weekend {Sept 24th – 25th}

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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!

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Louisiana’s National Hunting and Fishing Day

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WHERE:
Waddill Wildlife Refuge
4142 N Flannery Rd Baton Rouge, LA 70814

WHEN:
Saturday, September 24th 8 AM – 1 PM

ADMISSION:
FREE

Join the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries for a FREE event that will include fun and informative exhibits on LDWF’s research and conservation efforts, as well as shooting and fishing demonstrations, and many other exhibits related to outdoor adventures!

This FREE event will feature:
Youth fishing tournament
Live animals
Canoeing
Air-rifles
Skeet shooting
Archery
Free food and drinks
Door prizes
Face painting and more!

Mrs. Heather’s Pumpkin Patch

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WHERE:
31458 La 43 Hwy, Albany, LA 70711. Phone: 225-567-3493

Directions: From I-55 take exit 32 then left toward Wardline Rd, drive 2 miles then turn right onto Lee Hughes Rd, drive 0.9 mile then turn left onto Lee’s Ln.

WHEN:
September 24th through November 6th
Daily 9:00am – 4:00pm

ADMISSION:
Kids (newborn & up): $9 per child CASH ONLY
Adults with children/child free
Adults without kids: $9
 Mrs Heather’s Pumpkin Patch will open Saturday, September 24th through November 6th!
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Mrs. Heather’s Pumpkin Patch Activities
Pick a Pumpkin from the field
Zipline
Jumping Pillow
Tunnel Slide
Face Painting
Duck Racing
Hay Maze
Pony Hop
Play in our fun Corn Maze
Spider Web
Nursery Rhymes
Bean Bag Game
Seesaws
Learn about bees
Milk a Cow
Roll Down the Hill
Learn how pumpkins grow
Merry go round
Visit with cartoon characters
Hopscotch
Indian Tee Pee
Nature Trail
Lots of places to take pictures
Weigh & Measure your pumpkin
Bring a Picnic Lunch
Pictures with Spookley
Paint a pumpkin (weekend only)

Baton Rouge Concert Band – Fall Performance

WHERE:
Main Library at Goodwood

WHEN:
Sunday, September 25th @ 5 pm

ADMISSION:
FREE
The Baton Rouge Concert Band returns to the Main Library at Goodwood Plaza on Sunday, September 25 at 5 pm to perform their fall concert, “A Few of Our Favorite Things.” From classical to pop music; from concert band music to jazz; from show tunes to soundtracks, join us for an evening of light-hearted music as BRCB shares a few of their favorite pieces of music. Bring your lawn chairs!

Inside Out Arts – Family Fun Outdoor Arts

WHERE:
Zachary Community Park

WHEN:
Saturday, Sep 24th –  10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

ADMISSION:

$10 per session per person EBR Parish residents
$12 out-of-parish residents
Ages:
6+
This new BREC program will feature three different sessions of Family Fun Art! What a great way to spend a Saturday morning – outside, creating art, and making family memories! Snacks provided. Who says you can’t enjoy art AND the great outdoors?!
Sept. 24: Plein Air Sketching
Create a landscape sketch of Zachary’s Community Park’s beautiful green spaces.
Oct. 15: Paint like a French Impressionist
Using acrylic on canvas, participants will paint an impressionistic piece of Zachary Community Park’s green spaces.
Nov. 5: Water, Water, Everywhere
Families will create a mixed media collage using the Zachary Community Park ponds as an inspiration.
For More Information
225-272-9200 Ext 1505
jpoulter@brec.org

Community Care Day: BBQ in the Park

Community Care Day: BBQ in the Park

WHERE:
BREC’s North Sherwood Forest Community Park
3140 N Sherwood Forest Dr Baton Rouge, LA 70814

WHEN:
Saturday, September 24th – 9 AM – 12 PM

ADMISSION:
FREE

September is self-care awareness month! Come out and help us celebrate! BREC is joining forces with Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center to provide the community with resources that promote health and wellness. This is an event the entire family will enjoy. Activities will include free health screenings, BBQ contest, music, kid’s activities, basketball tournament, fishing and more!

 

Things to Do in Baton Rouge this Weekend {August 19th – 21st}

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Time for another Baton Rouge Family Fun weekend round-up! Each week we highlight 5 things to do in Baton Rouge and beyond with your family.

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Nature Night Hike and Campfire: Cedar Ridge

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WHEN: Friday, August 19th – 7 pm – 9 pm
WHERE: BREC’s Cedar Ridge Avenue Park

Join BREC on a Friday night for a great way to say goodbye to summer! The program will include a night hike learning about local ecology and nocturnal animals and will include activities and games. Enjoy this great way to get the family out after the daytime heat. Preregistration is required and spaces are limited. Children must be registered and accompanied by a registered adult.
Ages: 6+
$5
For More Information
225-218-4979
conservation@brec.org

 

Floats and Flicks: Luca

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WHEN: Saturday, August 20th – 6pm – 9pm
WHERE: Liberty Lagoon

Grab your floats and blankets and join BREC by the pool for a movie night on the big screen! Admission to the event is free however all guests must pre-register. Registration will be capped at 400 people. Gates will open at 5:30pm movie will begin at 6 PM. Guests must check in prior to the start of the movie if guests haven’t arrived by 6 PM or the start of the movie there’s a possibility of losing reservation.
Luca (2021) (PG)
Set in a beautiful seaside town on the Italian Riviera, the original animated feature is a coming-of-age story about one young boy experiencing an unforgettable summer filled with gelato, pasta and endless scooter rides. Luca shares these adventures with his newfound best friend, but all the fun is threatened by a deeply held secret: he is a sea monster from another world just below the water’s surface.
All ages
Free
For More Information,
recreationevents@brec.org

 

Movies & Music on the Lawn: KIDS NIGHT! BR Music Studios & Shaun the Sheep

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WHEN: Saturday, August 20th, 8 pm
WHERE: Baton Rouge Gallery – center for contemporary art

The annual KIDS NIGHT, part of Movies & Music on the Lawn, presented by Cox, returns in August as part of the summer film series that pairs silent films with not-so-silent Louisiana bands. Each year, the series’ Kids Night features a movie for kids with music by kids for a night the whole family can enjoy! This year, the students of Baton Rouge Music Studios take on the 2015 animated hit Shaun the Sheep.
Plus, our friends from Knock Knock Children’s Museum will be on hand with activities and fun for every kid in attendance ahead of the film!
Whether you’re looking for a date night that’s a little different or an affordable family outing, we invite you to join us for Movies & Music on the Lawn. Bottomless popcorn and admission to one of the area’s most unique film series costs just $7. To make things even better, if you’re a BRG member, your admission is included in your membership!

 

Wonders of Wildlife

Saturday, August 20th, 9 am- 4 pm
WHERE: BREC’s Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center

NEW EVENT FOR 2022!!! Join us at Bluebonnet Swamp as we explore the wonders of our urban wildlife and learn how we can all get along. Did you find a baby bird or injured animal? Worried about the snakes in your backyard and how to keep raccoons out of your garbage can? Need some tips on how your pets and the wildlife in your backyard can coexist? Find out the answers to these questions and more! We will have educational presentations, games, live animals, trail activities, crafts and more so come on out for a great time at the Swamp! Registration not required.

 

Knock Knock’s 5th Birthday Bash

WHEN: Sunday, August 21st, 11 am – 4 pm
WHERE: Knock Knock Children’s Museum

Knock Knock Museum is celebrating the POWER OF 5 because Knock Knock is turning 5! You’re invited to join them for thier big Birthday Bash, Sunday, August 21st from 11am – 4pm. Join them for 5 of everything – 5 special activities, 5 delicious birthday treats, 5 exciting entertainers, and so much more. But it won’t be a REAL birthday party without you! Get your tickets now before it’s too late and help them CELEBRATE. Pre-Registration Required!

 

Things to Do in Baton Rouge this Weekend {August 12th – 14th}

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Time for another Baton Rouge Family Fun weekend round-up! Each week we highlight 5 things to do in Baton Rouge and beyond with your family.

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

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Things to Do in Baton Rouge

Things to do this weekend in Baton Rouge

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Swamp Flashlight Night


Friday, August 12th, 5-9pm
BREC’s Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center

Staff will be facilitating live animal encounters throughout the event. Enjoy a leisurely night hike with your family and friends. The swamp trails can be really dark at night – so don’t forget to bring a flashlight. If you don’t have one, check out our gift shop for some options. Close-toed shoes and insect repellant are recommended. Please note that admission to the trails ends at 8:15 p.m.
Aug. 12 + Nov. 11 / 5-9 p.m.
General admission fees apply / Free to pass holders
Registration is not required

 

Perseid Meteor Shower

Highland Road Park Observatory
Friday, August 12th, 10pm –  2am

Did you know that every summer the Earth plows through a trail of cometary debris? HRPO will host a viewing session during the nighttime period, so patrons can experience the best chance to see high meteor rates that will shower the earth.

Red Stick Farmers Market

Saturday, August 13th, 9am- 11am
501 Main St Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Bring the kids to the Farmers Market for some balloon art from 9am – 11am, plus farmers market pencils, tattoos, fans, veggie photo prop, discounted Gelato, and Sprouts activities!

This Saturday is the last day of National Farmers Market Week. Farmers markets have always been a hub of innovation, connection, and education which feels more important every year. Proper food education and access is all it takes to bridge a child’s understanding and appreciation of new foods. Join us this Saturday as we celebrate the new school year with lots of fresh food and family fun!

BREC’s Extreme Sports

Saturday, August 13th, 3-7 pm
BREC’s Extreme Sports
7122 Perkins Rd. 

Roll into Summer Slam with us and enjoy a day-long celebration of the end of summer at the Skatepark! Come join us for music, food, fun, and extremely good riding. Beginning at 3 p.m. the park will get blasted with non-stop music as well as have food vendors until 7 p.m. We will have a skatepark jam session involving our skaters, bikers, and scooters with fantastic prizes for best tricks!
For more info: xsports@brec.org

 

Louisiana River Adventures

All Weekend
12409 Camp Circle Rd.
Franklinton, LA 70438
Tel: (985) 795-2004

Popular canoeing, tubing and kayaking trips down the Bogue Chitto River. Formerly Wayne’s World Tubing, Louisiana River Adventures now offers fun and exciting events all summer long. Want to get a peek at the fun you’ll have on a trip? Watch their video!

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Things to Do in Baton Rouge this Weekend {July 2nd – July 4th}

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Our Baton Rouge Family Fun weekend guide is a round-up of our top five picks for family-friendly fun 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. 

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Things to Do in Baton Rouge

Things to do this weekend in Baton Rouge

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Asteroid Day

Saturday, July 2nd, 8:00 PM –11:00 PM
Highland Road Park Observatory

FREE/ All Ages
Spearheaded by BRAS, this is the very first celebration at HRPO of this worldwide event! HRPO will provide information on the origins of asteroids, viewing them and their danger to Earth. Hands-on demonstrations and activities will focus on the “minor planets”.

 

Celebration in the Park & Fireworks – Central

Saturday, July 2nd, 3:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Sidney Hutchison Park
13740 Ball Park Rd Walker, LA 70785

The City of Walker and its Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a family friendly, fun filled day at Sidney Hutchinson Park. There will be a Farmer’s Market, Food Trucks, Live Music by the Boxwine Band, and free children’s games! The day will end with a fireworks show choregraphed to music.
Family Passes are being offered for $25.00. Includes VIP parking and viewing, a/c bathrooms and cold water.
Complimentary transportation will be provided throughout the day from Walker High School to the Park.

2022 Kenilworth Independence Day Parade

Sunday, July 3rd, 6:30 PM
Kenilworth Neighborhood, Baton Rouge

In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Kenilworth Independence Day Parade, the theme is GOLDEN JUBILEE! Get ready for several groups and floats, including the Greenwell Springs Youth Riders, BREC’s Zoo Mobile, and Peanut.

 

Red, White & Zoo Day!

BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo
Saturday, July 2nd, 9:30 AM  – 5:00 PM

After shopping at the Red Stick Farmers’ Market, head to BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo. Celebrate the red, white and blue animal friends. Search for your favorites and complete a scavenger hunt of the red/white/blue animals you see along the path of your Zoo visit. Regular Zoo admission applies. Free for members!

Fourth Fest West Baton Rouge

Monday, July 4th, 4:00 PM – 10:30 PM
The West Baton Rouge Convention & Visitors Bureau
2750 N Westport Dr Port Allen, LA 70767

Visit the Westside for the Best View of Fourth Fest and Fireworks! Held July 4th in downtown Port Allen at the Riverfront on the Mississippi River Levee. The fun starts annually at 4:00pm and ends at 10:30pm. Free to the public and includes face painting, magicians, clowns and space walks for the children. Beverage & food vendors line the levee for all to enjoy. Live entertainment with several local bands allow the crowds plenty of dance music to enjoy before and after the spectacular fireworks show on the river. All brought to you by WBR Parks & Recreation and the City of Port Allen.

 

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Visit our Summer Guide for more Summer Family Fun!

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