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
BREC’s Summer Kickoff
When: Saturday May 11th – Starts at Noon
Where: Perkins Road Community Park 7122 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA, United States, Louisiana
Admission: FREE
More Info: https://www.brec.org/calendar/detail/summer-kickoff
Kids Fishing Rodeo
When: Saturday, May 11th, 9 AM – 12 PM
Where: Lamar Dixon Expo Center Pond
Admission: FREE
FIRST 50 KIDS TO SIGN UP GET A
FREE FISHING ROD & REEL COMBO
FIRST 100 KIDS TO SIGN UP
6 AND UNDER, 7-10, 11-15
REGISTRATION: 9:30-10:30
FISHING BEGINS: 10:30-12:00
WEIGH IN AND
AWARDS TO FOLLOW
90309 S. ST. LANDRY
GONZALES, LA, 70737
2nd Annual Oath Bayou Bash @ 11 am
Craft Fair / Food Trucks / Vendor
Village
Featuring: Chase Tyler Band @ 7:30 pm
Fae Fest
When: May 11th – 12 – 3 PM
Where: Independence Park at 7950 Independence Boulevard
Purchase Tickets: https://www.babysharkontour.com/tickets/louisiana/baton-rouge
Join BREC for a magical day of fun for everyone! Come dressed in your favorite FAE costume and celebrate the earth and how to preserve and make it beautiful while enjoying whimsical and fun activities with a FAE twist. This event will feature carnival games, clowns, stilt walkers, FAE folk, face painters, crafts, and other exciting family entertainment for all to enjoy. With each carnival game, you can earn tickets to redeem popcorn, cotton candy, and other great prizes! Admissions is free for fairies, sprites, gnomes, and elves of all ages. Costumes are certainly encouraged!
Petting Zoo Day
When: May 11th , 3:30 PM
Where: Le Chien Brewing Company
Admission: FREE
Calling all animal lovers! Join us for a fun-filled petting zoo day where you and your kids can meet our amazing animals up close. Pony rides will start at 3:30p! It’s a perfect opportunity for children to learn about different animals and experience the joy of interacting with them. Don’t miss out on this memorable day at our petting zoo. 
Food Truck Round-Up
When: May 11th, 3 PM – 8 PM
Where: 30372 Eden Church Rd, Denham Springs, LA 70726-7747, United States
Admission: FREE
Food Truck Round-Up THIS SATURDAY 5/11/24, 3PM-8PM. 
They will have a wide variety of food, with 8 food trucks, Kettle Corn, Snowballs, Italian Ice, Fresh Lemonade, and Specialty Vendors to shop with!! They will have a Petting Zoo for the kids and Balloon Rides/Glow (weather permitting)!Come out to North Park this Saturday for a great time!
-Aspen Shaved Ice
-City Seafood
-Curry in a Hurry
-Funky Fresh Eats
-It’s So Lao
-Jakes Tacos
-Mimi’s Italian Ice
-Moore to Love
-Swamp Daddy‘s Kettle Corn
-Sweet Abundance Concessions
-T-Paul Cajun Catering
-Tai’lynns Taste of Elegance
-Twisted Sisters Lemonade
