Things to Do in Baton Rouge this Weekend {November 11th – 12th }

Your Ultimate Weekend Guide! Discover the best family-friendly events in Baton Rouge and beyond for an unforgettable weekend with your loved ones. From exciting festivals to fun-filled activities, your weekend plans are covered! Don’t miss the endless adventures waiting for you and your family.

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

Fall Festival 
Saturday, November 11th,  3 – 5 PM
Gospel Light Baptist Church
20440 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge

Things to Do in Baton Rouge this Weekend

You and your family are invited to a Fall Festival at Gospel Light! This event will be on Saturday, November 11th from 3 PM – 5 PM. This event is completely free, open to all the community, and for the entire family!
They will have a sectioned-off area for kids ages 3 and under with fun ball pits, as well as, a Barnyard Themed Bounce House for the kids! For kids ages 4-12 they have games ranging from a 35ft inflatable obstacle course to a nerf gun shooting range! There will also be hayrides available for all! Food and photo ops will also be available!

 

Trail time for Toddlers
Saturday, November 11th, 9:30 am – 11:30 am
BREC’s Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center

Things to Do in Baton Rouge this Weekend

Trail Time for Toddlers is a unique opportunity for children, ages 2-5, and their parents/guardians to make new friends while learning about nature through trail walks and themed indoor and outdoor activities. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the swamp, arts and crafts, storytelling, animal encounters, and healthy snacks. Themes change from week to week, and none are repeated within a calendar year.
 Nov 11/ Saturday | $10/class

 

Louisiana Renaissance Festival
Saturday & Sunday 10 am – 5 pm
Fairgrounds: 46468 River Rd, Hammond LA, 70401
Things to Do in Baton Rouge this Weekend
Every autumn, the Louisiana Renaissance Festival creates the English “Village of Albright,” with more than 600 artisans, entertainers, and educational demonstrations welcoming you to the best parts of the 16th century Albright has a magical ambiance: an adventurous, exciting, and romantic atmosphere. Choose from dozens of professional performers, more than 50 shows, and a plethora of demonstrations every day on a dozen stages. Search a hundred booths for unique handmade creations.

 

 

Festival of the Lake
Saturday, November 11, 11 am – 10 pm
Sunday, November 12, 11 am – 4 pm
312 Lafitte StreetMandeville, LA 70448

Since 1982, Festival of the Lake has been drawing crowds from southern Louisiana to enjoy a weekend of live music, food, and family fun.

 

51ST ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL
November 11, 2023, November 12
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Destrehan Plantation
13034 River Road, Destrehan, LA 70047

Destrehan Plantation’s Annual Fall Festival opens from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Saturday, November 11th, and Sunday, November 12th, 2023 located at 13034 River Road in Destrehan, Louisiana. Admission for a full day is $9.00 per adult and teen, $5.00 per child 6 to 12 years of age, and free for children 5 and under

Craft vendors throughout the United States showcase their talent and sell their handcrafted items. The mule barn promises to captivate the antique collector with distinctive pieces from antique dealers throughout Louisiana.

Children’s activities include pony rides, stuff animal making, face painting and fall themed arts & crafts.

Cajun and Creole food lovers can dine in the picnic area while enjoying live entertainment.