Things to Do in Baton Rouge – April 6th – 7th

Looking for family-friendly Things to Do in Baton Rouge this weekend? Look no further! Our Weekend Planner is here to save the day with the best events that promise fun for the whole family. From outdoor adventures to indoor escapades, we’ve curated a list of the best happenings in town. Get ready to make unforgettable memories with your loved ones! Check out Baton Rouge Family Fun’s Weekend Planner…

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

THINGS TO DO IN BATON ROUGE

THIS WEEKEND

Zippity Zoo Fest 

When: Saturday & Sunday, April 6th & 7th
Where: BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo
Admission: Regular Zoo Admission
More Info: https://batonrougefamilyfun.com/zippity-zoo-fest-2/

Calling all Party Animals!!  Join BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo as they celebrate their 54th birthday at Zippity Zoo Fest on April 6th and 7th! 

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!


Flower Fest 

WhenSaturday, March 30th, 10 AM – 5 PM
Where: Pointe-Marie, 14200 River Road, Baton Rouge LA 70820
Admission: $20 per person

This family-friendly festival has different options for all levels of flower lovers and philanthropists. Each ticket holder’s experience will be unique as they offer food trucks, an endless supply of selfie-worthy backdrops, floral market plus the ability to watch floral installations come to life right before your eyes. Knowing that all proceeds benefit St. Jude Children’s Hospital, is an added bonus to this joyous weekend.

Baby Sharks Big Broadway Tour

When: April 6, 2024 – 2 & 6 p.m.
Where: River Center Theatre
Purchase Tickets: https://www.babysharkontour.com/tickets/louisiana/baton-rouge

Get ready to sing, dance, and doo-doo-doo-doo with the whole family Dive into Fun with Baby Shark’s Big Broadwave Tour Coming to Baton Rouge! because Baby Shark is making a splash in Baton Rouge! Baby Shark’s Big Broadwave Tour is coming to the Baton Rouge River Center Theater on April 6th, 2024, for not one, but two fin-tastic performances at 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM.


Brick Fest 

When: April 6th (9am – 5pm) & April 7th (10am – 4pm)
Where: River Center
Admission$19.99 – $34.99

BRICK FEST LIVE IS COMING TO THE RAISING CANE’S RIVER CENTER! Secure your spot to dive into a world of creativity, fun, and endless possibilities.

Over a million bricks on display and ready for play!

  • See the most life-size models
  • Engage with the most hands-on attractions
  • Build a Guinness World-Record Setting Mosaic
  • Shopping: Hard-to-Find LEGO merchandise!
  • and more!

Free First Sunday

When: Sunday, April 7th
Where: Throughout Baton Rouge / Downtown
Admission: FREE

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, summer group programs, educators, tours, and inspiring shows.