Looking for something fun to do with the kids this weekend? We’ve rounded up some of the best family-friendly events happening in Baton Rouge and beyond. From dinosaurs and princesses to fireworks, yoga, outdoor movies, and medieval adventures, there’s something for every family to enjoy.
Join Independence Park Theatre & Cultural Center for the INDY Film Festival on July 25! Experience a dynamic showcase of young filmmakers from across the Greater Baton Rouge area as they present original short films, featured projects, and podcasts. Support rising talent, enjoy an exciting day of creativity, and celebrate the power of storytelling. Doors open at 10 AM, show begins at 11 AM. Tickets are just $10—don’t miss it!
Top Things to Do with Kids in Baton Rouge This Weekend
Knock Knock Fest
📍 Knock Knock Children’s Museum
📅 Saturday, June 27
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Step into a medieval adventure inspired by King Arthur and the Sword in the Stone! Dress as your favorite knight, princess, fairy, wizard, or dragon and enjoy unicorn rides, sword-fighting demonstrations, carnival games, crafts, a petting zoo, live performances, and interactive activities throughout the museum.
Learn more:
https://knockknockmuseum.org/event/knockfest/
Dino Day at the Louisiana Art & Science Museum
📍 Louisiana Art & Science Museum
📅 Saturday, June 27
🕙 10:00 a.m.
Celebrate 10 years of “Jason,” the famous Triceratops skull, during one of LASM’s most popular family events of the year. Meet a real paleontologist, enjoy hands-on dinosaur activities, explore prehistoric exhibits, and catch dinosaur-themed planetarium shows throughout the day.
Admission is included with museum admission and is free for LASM members.
International Yoga Day
📍 Independence Community Park Botanical Gardens
📅 Saturday, June 20
🕗 8:00 a.m. – Noon
Celebrate International Yoga Day with a morning of movement, mindfulness, and wellness. Families can enjoy yoga classes for all experience levels, goat yoga, breathwork, sound healing, live music, wellness vendors, and special kids’ yoga sessions, including princess yoga.
Learn more:
https://brec.org/calendar/detail/yogaday
Movies on the Plaza
📍 Main Library at Goodwood
📅 Friday, June 26
🕔 Activities begin at 5:00 p.m. | Movie starts at 6:30 p.m.
Bring blankets and lawn chairs for another free outdoor movie night featuring The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants. Enjoy pre-movie activities, food trucks, popcorn, and the library’s always-popular dance party after the movie.
Admission is free.
Red, White & Boom
📍 14150 Grand Settlement Blvd., Central
📅 Saturday, June 27
🕕 6:00–10:00 p.m.
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with an evening of family fun featuring live entertainment, community activities, and a spectacular fireworks show.
Admission is free.
Summer in the Oaks Market
📍 17198 Old Jefferson Hwy., Prairieville
📅 Saturday, June 27
🕕 10:00–2:00 p.m.
Spend the day browsing local vendors, enjoying live music, grabbing a snowball or lobster lunch, and shopping handmade goods at this family-friendly summer market.
The Princess Concert
📍 Raising Cane’s River Center Theatre
📅 Sunday, June 28
🕞 3:30 p.m.
Little princes and princesses will love this magical live concert featuring favorite princess songs performed on stage. Dress up and enjoy an unforgettable afternoon filled with music and fairytale fun.
Worth the Drive: Slidell Heritage Festival
📍 1701 Bayou Lane, Slidell
📅 Saturday, June 27
🕔 Gates open at 5:00 p.m.
Make it a family road trip! The Slidell Heritage Festival features live music, local food vendors, arts and crafts, competitions, and a fun-filled kids’ zone.
Kids 12 and under are FREE!
Looking for even more summer fun?
Don’t forget to check out our guides to:
💦 Baton Rouge Splash Pads & Pools
☀️ Summer Camps
🎆 Fourth of July events coming soon!
Have a wonderful weekend, and if you visit one of these events, be sure to tag Baton Rouge Family Fun. We love seeing your family adventures!