Things To Do In Baton Rouge With Kids
There are so many things to do in Baton Rouge with kids year-round! We strive to share ideas for every family’s budget and interests. Whether you are visiting Baton Rouge with kids or you live in and around Baton Rouge year-round, there are tons of kid-friendly outings to choose from. Below are local family-friendly events happening each month in the Baton Rouge area. We are sure you will find at least one or two (or ten!) to add to your family’s calendar each month!
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This is in no way intended to be a comprehensive event guide {we maintain a full calendar of events right here}. We’ve pulled out a select number of events for your family to enjoy throughout the month. If you have suggestions or additions, please leave a comment!
April 2024
There are no upcoming events.
May 2024
May
1
Mrs. Heather’s Strawberry Patch
Welcome to Mrs. Heather’s Strawberry Farm, where you can pick and eat fresh strawberries right off the farm! Located at 31458 Hwy 43, Albany, LA 70711, Mrs. Heather’s Strawberry Farm
May
2
Thibodaux Fireman’s Fair
MAY 2ND – MAY 5TH, 2024 Thibodaux Fire Dept. Fairgrounds | 1101 Tiger Drive, Thibodaux, LA | Click for Map The Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department invites you and your family to
May
3
Saint Thomas More Spring Fair
St. Thomas More Parish invites you to the 43rd Annual Parish Festival, themed Around the World! Our parish heritage and culture are remarkably diverse representing so many countries from around ...
May
3
Cinco Watson Fest 2024 @ Casa Maria
5:00 pm
Get ready for CINCO WATSON FEST 2024 Casa Maria Watson brings you THE biggest Cinco de Mayo celebration in South Louisiana featuring an electrifying live music lineup that will have you
May
3
2024 Celebration Banquet- LSU Gymnastics
6:30 pm
Celebrate the season with the team at our 2024 Celebration banquet on Friday, May 3 at the Crowne Plaza in Baton Rouge! All proceeds directly support Tiger Spotters, our official booster
May
3
Classic Disco @ DIY Disco
6:30 pm
Whether you’re planning a date night, a girls’ night out, or a birthday party, we’ve got everything you need! With more than 25 rotating crafts & a drink menu with
May
4
White Sands Lake Day Beach!
FUN, FUN, FUN IN THE SUN! White Sands Lake Day Beach is a family-oriented, recreational facility offering a full day of FUN in the SUN in the cool, clear, spring-fed
May
4
Walk to Cure Arthritis
8:00 am
Together, let’s rock the walk to a lifetime of Yes! Yes, to finding solutions, better treatments and a cure. Whether you’re an arthritis warrior yourself or care about someone who
May
4
Red Stick Farmer’s Market
8:00 am
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 Sa...
May
4
Squishmallow Paint Party @ Art Acadmey
9:00 am
Join us for one of our fabulous Squishmallow Paint Parties. At this event your child will get to choose a brand new Squishmallow to adopt, and then learn how to
May
4
Science Saturday- May the Force Be With You
10:00 am
In honor of May 4th, it’s a Science Saturday about forces! Play with forces to move things without touching them! FREE and open to the public from 10-4. Last tour
May
4
Live Music & Food Trucks @ Global Wildlife
10:30 am
Depending on the date, enjoy free live music by Brittany Jenkins and Company, Lake Ragan, or Bryan Mannino at the Global Wildlife pavilion, while savoring delicious food for purchase from
May
4
Star Wars Movie in the Park
11:00 am
At a park, near near by, immerse yourself into a galaxy far far away for a STAR WARS Movie in the Park, happening on a most iconic date for all
May
4
Get Pampered @ Mom’s Day Out
11:00 am
The best of Baton Rouge small biz will be pampering all the local mamas in honor of Mother’s Day! Come snack,sip,shop and more! This event is being hosted to pamper
May
4
Pets + Paddles
11:00 am
Bring your young pawdawans to the bark side at University Lakes, and May the 4th be with you! This all-in-one event, in cooperation with Friends of the Animals, is an
May
4
10th Annual Crawfish Boil & Music Festival on the Bluff
12:00 pm
Event by Southern University Alumni Home Chapter-The #1 Chapter Southern University Baton Rouge Public · Anyone on or off Facebook 10th Annual Crawfish Boil & Music Festival on the Bluff, Sa...
May
4
8th Annual Derby Day for Gaitway
3:30 pm
Wear your best Derby Hat and join us for a Kentucky Derby party benefiting Gaitway Therapeutic.We will have a silent auction, live band, the race live and so much more!
May
4
Sunset Safari Wagon Tour @ Global Wildlife
5:00 pm
Join us for an exclusive FUNdraiser for the Animal Care Program at Global Wildlife Center! Only 90 tickets will be sold! Start with refreshing mocktails, gourmet snacks, and a rousing,
May
5
Live Music & Food Trucks @ Global Wildlife
10:30 am
Depending on the date, enjoy free live music by Brittany Jenkins and Company, Lake Ragan, or Bryan Mannino at the Global Wildlife pavilion, while savoring delicious food for purchase from
May
5
All Day All About Quilts @ LSU Museum of Art
1:00 pm
Enjoy a quilting craft activities, explore our current exhibition One Stitch at a Time: Southern Vernacular Quilts, and at 2 PM enjoy a special presentation about quilts by Brenda Harris,
May
5
Wonder Year’s 10th Anniversary Celebration @ BREC Jackson Community Park
2:00 pm
We are celebrating our “Birthday” this year at our favorite park and would love to spend time with some of our favorite people! Please RSVP by going to the link
May
10
Classic Disco @ DIY Disco
6:30 pm
Whether you’re planning a date night, a girls’ night out, or a birthday party, we’ve got everything you need! With more than 25 rotating crafts & a drink menu with
May
11
Red Stick Farmer’s Market
8:00 am
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 Sa...
May
11
Get Out and Fish
10:00 am
The City of Walker Parks and Rec Department has partnered with Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries and the Walker High School Fishing team to host our 3rd annual Get Out and
May
11
Live Music & Food Trucks @ Global Wildlife
10:30 am
Depending on the date, enjoy free live music by Brittany Jenkins and Company, Lake Ragan, or Bryan Mannino at the Global Wildlife pavilion, while savoring delicious food for purchase from
May
11
Fae Fest
12:00 pm
Step into a world where magic dances in the air and laughter echoes through the trees! Prepare to be enchanted at our spectacular FAE-themed day in the park! Gather
May
11
Summer Kick Off @ BREC’s Perkins Road Community Park
12:00 pm
Event by BREC’s Extreme Sports and BREC BREC’s Perkins Road Community Park Duration: 3 hr Public · Anyone on or off Facebook KICK off the Summer with us and enjoy a day-long celebr...
May
11
Monster Truck Nitro Tour @ The River Center
1:30 pm
Sale Dates and Times: Public Onsale : Wed, 13 Dec 2023 at 10:00 AM Get your tickets HERE
May
11
Petting Zoo Day @ Le Chien Brewery
3:30 pm
Le Chien Brewing Company Public · Anyone on or off Facebook Calling all animal lovers! Join us for a fun-filled petting zoo day where you and your kids can meet our amazing
May
12
Live Music and Food Trucks @ Global Wildlife
10:30 am
Depending on the date, enjoy free live music by Brittany Jenkins and Company, Lake Ragan, or Bryan Mannino at the Global Wildlife pavilion, while savoring delicious food for purchase from
May
15
Worth the Drive: Blippi the Wonderful World Tour in Brandon, Mississippi
6:00 pm
Blippi is coming to your city for the ultimate curiosity adventure in Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour! So, come on! Dance, sing, and learn with Blippi and special guest Meekah
May
17
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May
17
Classic Disco @ DIY Disco
6:30 pm
Whether you’re planning a date night, a girls’ night out, or a birthday party, we’ve got everything you need! With more than 25 rotating crafts & a drink menu with
May
17
May
17
Louisiana Cheer Force Tumbling Clinic Levels 5 and 6
8:00 pm
Tumbling Clinic Levels 5 and 6 To register click HERE
May
18
Red Stick Farmer’s Market
8:00 am
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 Sa...
May
18
Live Music and Food Trucks @ Global Wildlife
10:30 am
Depending on the date, enjoy free live music by Brittany Jenkins and Company, Lake Ragan, or Bryan Mannino at the Global Wildlife pavilion, while savoring delicious food for purchase from
May
19
Live Music and Food Trucks @ Global Wildlife
10:30 am
Depending on the date, enjoy free live music by Brittany Jenkins and Company, Lake Ragan, or Bryan Mannino at the Global Wildlife pavilion, while savoring delicious food for purchase from
May
24
Blue Bayou Water Park & Dixie Landing Opening Day
11:00 am
WELCOME BACK TO THE FUN! In exciting news, Blue Bayou Water Park & Dixie Landin’ Theme Park will re-open for the 2024 Season on Friday, May 24th, 2024 at 11:00
May
25
Red Stick Farmer’s Market
8:00 am
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 Sa...
June 2024
There are no upcoming events.
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