Things to do in Baton Rouge this weekend

Welcome to our roundup of the best family-friendly things to do in Baton Rouge this weekend, brought to you by Baton Rouge Family Fun! Immerse yourself in a weekend filled with excitement and wholesome activities designed to ignite your children’s imagination and create cherished memories with your loved ones. Our handpicked selection includes a range of events tailored to families seeking fun, adventure, and cultural enrichment. From lively St. Patrick’s Day parades and thrilling Easter egg hunts to exploring the vibrant atmosphere of the farmers market and enjoying soothing music at the library, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Baton Rouge Family Fun is your dedicated partner in maximizing your family time in Baton Rouge! Dive in and make the most of your weekend!

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

Wearin’ of the Green Parade

Saturday, March 16th 10 AM

1800 South Acadian Thruway at Hundred Oaks

Things to do in Baton Rouge this weekend

Gather your friends and family for the 39th Wearin’ of the Green St Patrick’s Day Parade. Enjoy marching bands, bagpipers and 85+ decorated float!

WHEN: March 16th, 10am start

WHERE: S Acadian Thruway – See the parade route map below!

CLOSURES: 7:30 AM Perkins Road from S. Acadian to Park Blvd will be closed to thru traffic.

8:45-9:00 AM Roads surrounding the Run and Parade Route

will be shut down

Books and Music with the Kids’ Orchestra
Saturday, March 16th, 11 AM

Bluebonnet Regional Branch

Things to do in Baton Rouge this weekend

Did you know that we are all born with a musical instrument inside our bodies? It’s called vocal cords. We use this instrument to talk and to sing. We can also use our bodies to create percussive sounds. For the March session of Books & Music, we will learn to use our voices and bodies to create beautiful music. Joe Raposo’s book and song called “Sing” (originally made famous on Sesame Street) reminds us that a song “can last your whole life long”. Come sing, dance, meet professional musicians, and experience the many health benefits of singing at the library! Registration is required.
To register, call 763-2260.

Denham St Patrick’s Day Parade

Saturday, March 16, 5 PM
Range from DSHS to Veterans

Things to do in Baton Rouge this weekend

Bring canned goods or shelf-stable items to pay to play carnival games and win prizes! You can also enjoy shopping with local vendors, food trucks, and live entertainment. Family fun promised!

Ascension Parish Parks and Recreation Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, March 16th, 12 PM

Duplessis Park

Baton Rouge Easter Egg Hunt Join Ascension Parish Parks and Recreation at their first-ever Easter Egg Hunt! This Saturday, children ages 3-12 (see flyer for schedule) can search for up to 3,000 eggs while enjoying the Parish’s first all-inclusive park at Duplessis Park! This event will partner with Hippity Hoppity Market for food trucks, craft vendors, pictures with the Easter Bunny, and More! Don’t miss this premiere Spring extravaganza!

Saturday Red Stick Farmers Market
Saturday, March 16th, 8 AM – 12 PM
Main Street Market

Baton Rouge Farmers Market

A weekly outside, producer-only market, featuring locally-grown fresh produce, baked goods, plants, meat, seafood, honey, pickles, preserves, and more! Come down for breakfast and local shopping on Saturday mornings.

FARMERS MARKET SCAVENGER HUNT PRINTABLE

Farmers Market Scavenger Hunt Printable

Things to do in Baton Rouge this weekend – March 16 – 17