Fall fun is officially in full swing! From pumpkin patches to sweet fests and living-history days, this weekend is packed with family-friendly events across Greater Baton Rouge and beyond.
Weekend Weather (Oct 3–5)
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Friday, Oct 3: Partly sunny, highs in the low 80s, evening temps in the 60s.
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Saturday, Oct 4: Sunny and warm, highs in the mid-80s.
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Sunday, Oct 5: Mix of sun and clouds, highs near 82, evening low in the 60s.
Friday, Oct 3
Pumpkin Patch at the Barn (Zachary)
Time: 5:00–8:00 PM
Details: Pumpkins, vendors, music, games, face painting, and a petting zoo. A portion of sales supports ZHS Future Farmers of America.
Location: Downtown Zachary, behind the Gazebo
Saturday, Oct 4
Arts Fest @ Perkins Rowe
Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Details: A full day of art and family fun featuring live music, community art murals, art vendors, food trucks, and kid-friendly activities throughout the day. Bring the whole family to celebrate the arts in the heart of Perkins Rowe.
Location: Perkins Rowe, Baton Rouge
Info: perkinsrowe.com/artsfest
Asian Mid-Autumn Festival
Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
Time: 1:00–4:00 PM
Details: ✨ Celebrate Asian culture at this free, family-friendly festival! Enjoy food, crafts, music, and activities while learning about the harvest moon. A beautiful afternoon of culture, community, and connection.
Location: Independence Community Park Theatre Grounds + Botanical Gardens
Info: brec.org/calendar/detail/asian-midautumn-festival
Pumpkin Patch at the Barn (Zachary)
Time: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Details: Family fun with photo ops, games, and plenty of pumpkins.
Livingston Parish Fair Parade
Time: 10:00 AM
Details: Kicks off the Livingston Parish Fair with floats, marching bands, and community celebration. Route: Doyle Elementary to the Fairgrounds.
It’s Fall, Y’all! Harvest Festival @ Angry Bear Pralines
Time: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Details: Free giveaways + six fall-inspired praline flavors, including Pumpkin Spice Latte, Bourbon Apple Pie, and Red Velvet. Grab your fall treats before they’re gone!
Location: 7126 Antioch Rd, Baton Rouge
Harvest Days @ LSU Rural Life Museum
Time: 10:00 AM–4:30 PM (Sat & Sun)
Details: Step into 19th-century Louisiana with open-hearth cooking, blacksmithing, basket weaving, and more.
Tickets: Ages 0–3 free; 4–11 $10; 12+ $12.
Location: LSU Rural Life Museum
Sunday, Oct 5
Pumpkin Patch at the Barn (Zachary)
Time: 12:00–5:00 PM
Details: Final chance this weekend for pumpkins, vendors, and activities.
Special Needs Parent Meet-Up @ Beyond Gymnastics
Time: 3:30–4:30 PM (1st Sundays)
Details: Parent-led, casual support space for families raising neurodivergent and special needs kids. Children can play in the gym while grown-ups connect.
Cost: Parents free; kids $15
Info: Beyond Gymnastics Link
Touch the Truck & Chili Cook-Off (District 1 Fire Depts)
Time: 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Details: Kids explore fire trucks + chili cook-off fundraiser. Chili tasting tickets at the door.
Location: Gonzales Civic Center
SugarFest (FREE) @ West Baton Rouge Museum
Time: 11:00 AM–4:00 PM
Details: A sweet celebration of sugar cane harvest—artisan demos, live music (Blues, Cajun, Jazz, Folk, Bluegrass), children’s games, food vendors, and even a rum tasting (21+). Post-fest concert with Kenny Neal at 4 PM.
Location: West Baton Rouge Museum
Harvest Days @ LSU Rural Life Museum
Time: 10:00 AM–4:30 PM
Details: See Saturday listing.
First Free Sunday in Baton Rouge
Date: Sunday, October 5, 2025
Time: Varies by location
Details: On the first Sunday of each month, enjoy free admission to many of Baton Rouge’s top museums and cultural attractions! Perfect for families to explore, learn, and play together without cost. Participating locations often include:
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Capitol Park Museum (Louisiana history + hands-on exhibits)
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Louisiana Art & Science Museum (galleries + $5 planetarium all-day pass)
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LSU Museum of Art (special family activities and exhibits)
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Magnolia Mound (historic house + grounds, often seasonal activities)
Check each location for specific hours and programs.
Location: Multiple museums across Baton Rouge
Corn Mazes in Greater Baton Rouge
Date: Weekends in October 2025
Time: Varies by location
Details: Nothing says fall family fun like getting lost in a corn maze! Explore the best local mazes, pumpkin patches, hayrides, and seasonal activities happening all month long. Perfect for families, friends, and groups looking to celebrate the season.
Info: Check out our full Corn Maze Guide here
✨ That’s a wrap on your family fun roundup! Whether you’re headed to a pumpkin patch, the fair parade, or a sweet sugar-filled Sunday, there’s something special for every family this weekend. Don’t forget to tag us in your adventures using #FindYourFunBR!