Summer is officially in full swing, and this weekend is packed with family fun around Baton Rouge! Whether your crew loves food trucks, movies under the stars, zoo adventures, science activities, crafts, or hands-on learning, there’s something happening for every age and interest. Here’s our list of Things To Do in Baton Rouge this weekend:
Disclosure: Event details can change due to weather or other circumstances. We always recommend checking with event hosts or official websites before heading out.
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Things To Do in Baton Rouge This Weekend
Food Truck Round-Up at the Rowe
📍 Perkins Rowe
🕐 June 5
👶 All ages
Details: Come hungry! Food Truck Round-Up at the Rowe returns with a lineup of local food trucks serving everything from seafood and Cuban coffee to snowballs, lemonade, wings, and sweet treats. Families can also enjoy live music from Caitlyn Renee Acoustic in Town Square.
Admission: Free
Movies on the Plaza: Zootopia 2
📍 Main Library at Goodwood
🕐 Activities begin at 5 p.m. | Movie starts at 6:30 p.m.
👶 All ages
Details: Grab your blankets and lawn chairs for a free outdoor movie night under the stars. Families can enjoy pre-movie activities, food trucks, popcorn, and a post-movie dance party after the showing of Zootopia 2.
Admission: Free
Guest Appreciation Weekend at the Baton Rouge Zoo
📍 BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo
🕐 June 6–7
👶 All ages
Details: The Zoo is saying thank you to the community with a special Buy One Admission, Get One Free weekend. It’s the perfect opportunity to spend a day visiting favorite animals, exploring exhibits, and making family memories.
Admission: Buy One, Get One Free
Bee Day at Magnolia Mound
📍 Magnolia Mound
🕐 June 7 | 1–4 p.m.
👶 All ages
Details: Learn all about bees, honey production, and pollinators during this fun afternoon at Magnolia Mound. Kids can create bee-themed crafts, take home seeds to start their own pollinator garden, and families can purchase Magnolia Mound honey while supplies last.
Roux’s First Day Family Celebration
📍 Old Governor’s Mansion
🕐 June 7
👶 All ages
Details: Celebrate Louisiana storytelling with a special afternoon featuring a reading of Roux’s First Day by author Julie Gerdes Becnel. Families can enjoy a Louisiana-themed music class, live illustration demonstration, scavenger hunt, and hands-on wildlife exhibits from Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries, including hatchling alligators.
Random Acts of Science Sunday
📍 Louisiana Art & Science Museum
🕐 June 7 | 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
👶 All ages
Details: Enjoy surprise science activities, guided tours of the Solar System Gallery, and planetarium shows throughout the afternoon. June 7 is also Free First Sunday, with free museum admission courtesy of ExxonMobil and optional unlimited planetarium access for $5.
Learn more: LASM.org/BeatTheHeat
Free First Sunday at Louisiana’s Old State Capitol
📍 Louisiana Old State Capitol
🕐 June 7 | 12–4 p.m.
👶 All ages
Details: Bring the kids to the castle for an afternoon of free crafts, coloring activities, and family fun. This month’s activities focus on the Louisiana Purchase and the unique wildlife found throughout the region. Families are encouraged to explore the historic building and beautiful grounds while they’re there.
Admission: Free
First Free Sunday
Details: 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.
Learn more: https://batonrougefamilyfun.com/free-first-sunday/
Baton Rouge Water Parks, Splash Pads & Pools
📍 Multiple Locations
Looking for ways to stay cool this weekend? Our guide to Baton Rouge splash pads and pools includes some of the best places around town for kids to splash, play, and beat the Louisiana heat.
Learn more:
https://batonrougefamilyfun.com/water-fun-baton-rouge-splash-pad-parks-pools/