Things To Do In Baton Rouge With Kids
There are so many things to do with kids in Baton Rouge 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!
August 2023
There are no upcoming events.
September 2023
Sep
23
Louisiana National Hunting and Fishing Day
8:00 am
Join us for a FREE event that will include fun and informative exhibits on LDWF’s research and conservation efforts, as well as shooting and fishing demonstrations, and many other exhibits
Sep
23
Make & Take Fall Craft
9:00 am
It’s the first day of Autumn, so older children can come by the Zachary Library today and make a cute fall craft from a kit. Ages 6-11. While supplies last.
Sep
23
Food Truck Frenzy
12:00 pm
There’s no need to have to go sit inside a restaurant to get good quality food when food trucks have unique, affordable, super tasty bites you can enjoy conveniently! Come
Sep
23
Nintendo Switch Game Day
2:30 pm
Come play Marki Kart, Super Smash Bros, or Mario Party on our nintendo switch systems! Young Adult/Teens
Sep
29
Brew at the Zoo
8:00 am
Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation is hosting its 9th annual Brew at the Zoo on Friday, September 29th! Guests (21 and older only) are invited to the Zoo for an evening
Sep
29
46th Annual Author-Illustrator Program
8:30 am
Teachers, librarians, writers, parents, and lovers of children’s literature are invited to attend a paid presentation by Carole Boston Weatherford and Jeffery Boston Weatherford. The registratio...
Sep
29
Warmth of the Earth Pottery
9:30 am
Use your hands to get creative while shaping and molding clay into beautiful pieces of artwork. Basic pottery techniques are introduced where participants will be allowed to create, paint, and
Sep
29
Movie in the Park
5:30 pm
Grab your fishing pole and bait and join BREC for an evening movie at the park. Hook, line and sinker. Movie-themed activities will take place prior to the start of
Sep
29
Adult Paint Party- Hocus Pocus at Art Academy
6:30 pm
Our adult Paint Parties are designed to be the night on the town you love, with an ease and comfort that feels like you never left home. Each adult event
Sep
30
Four and More Farm Tour
Join us for a fun-filled day at the farm! Pet and feed our farm friends. Saturday, Septmeber 30, 2023 9 a.m., 12 p.m., 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. Tickets
Sep
30
Movie Showing: Mulan
10:00 am
Celebrate the Chinese Mooncake Festival with us! Join us to watch the Disney movie Mulan and make and decorate your own paper lantern to hang up at home in celebration of the
Sep
30
Roller Jam
2:00 pm
Celebrate Roller Skating month with us at the Skatepark. Come join us for music, fun, and some old fashion roller skating. We will have skating demonstrations from various skaters as
Sep
30
Teen Trivia Challenge
2:30 pm
Do you think you have the brains to survive our Trivia Challenge? Grab your smartest friends, compete against other teams, and see if you can come out on top!
October 2023
Oct
6
Homeschool Connections Open Studio at Art Academy
10:00 am
Our Homeschool Connections Open Studio is designed to be the field trip style adventure you can sign up for as much or little as your kiddos and curriculum calls for.
Oct
6
Kid’s Night Out at Art Academy
5:30 pm
Join us for Kids Night Out – a once a month art party for kids, giving parents can have a break of their own! Children will work on multiple projects
Oct
7
Twin Steeples Village Arts Market
Event kicks off with a procession of Big Chief Kevin Turner at 9am for the opening ceremony. Judging of artist’s booths begins at 9am with award presentation by 11am Kids’
Oct
7
EBRPL’s Maker Faire
10:00 am
It’s been “Ten Years in the Making” for the Baton Rouge Maker Faire! Join us in celebrating a decade of curiosity and creativity at the Main Library at Goodwood on
Oct
7
Baton Rouge Maker Faire
10:00 am
It’s been “Ten Years in the Making” for the Baton Rouge Maker Faire! Join us in celebrating a decade of curiosity and creativity at the Main Library at Goodwood on
Oct
14
BREC Art Classes
10:30 am
Calling all kiddo artists! BREC Art has classes for ages 3-12 this Fall. Turn on your imagination and come explore hands on art, with Saturday Morning Studio, Little Picassos, Loose
Oct
14
Family Paint Party-Pop Art Portraits
2:00 pm
Our Family Paint Parties are designed to give you a safe, creative, and fun experience the whole family will love! Each participant will leave with a unique completed work of
Oct
20
Petite Picassos at Art Academy
9:30 am
Petite Picassos is a class created to give you the grown up time you need, and the bonding experience you love. During each session we’ll have designated time for you
Oct
20
Kid’s Night Out at Art Academy
5:30 pm
Join us for Kids Night Out – a once a month art party for kids, giving parents can have a break of their own! Children will work on multiple projects
Oct
21
Mommy and Me – “Black Cat”
Painting and Pinot
10:00 am
This class is made especially for our younger painters (ages 2-9). Parents will help children paint their masterpiece. A light snack will be provided. At this class, we will be
Oct
21
Villain, Queens and Halloween Character Dining Series
12:00 pm
This villainous but not-so-scary affair is going to be held at Boudreaux’s located at 2647 Government Street and is fun for the whole family. Enjoy a delicious 3-course meal at
Oct
22
Villain, Queens and Halloween Character Dining Series
12:00 pm
This villainous but not-so-scary affair is going to be held at Boudreaux’s located at 2647 Government Street and is fun for the whole family. Enjoy a delicious 3-course meal at
Oct
26
Greater Baton Rouge State
The Greater Baton Rouge State Fair is going back to the fairgrounds on Airline Hwy. this year! The dates of the fair are October 26 to November 5, 2023. We
Oct
28
Louisiana Book Festival
9:00 am
Save the date! The Louisiana Book Festival returns Saturday, Oct. 28 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in downtown Baton Rouge! Find out more info HERE!
Oct
28
New Song Community Church Fall Festival
4:00 pm
NewSong will host a FREE Fall Festival on Saturday, October 28th, from 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm. Live music, hayrides, food, face painting, inflatables, games, crafts, and more.
Oct
28
Slothtoberfest
5:30 pm
Join us for an adults-only event with local beer samples! Proceeds will be donated to Kids Saving the Rainforest! Kids Saving the Rainforest was founded by two 9-year-old girls in
November 2023
Nov
1
Greater Baton Rouge State Fair
The Greater Baton Rouge State Fair is going back to the fairgrounds on Airline Hwy. this year! The dates of the fair are October 26 to November 5, 2023. We
Nov
10
St. Francisville Food and Wine Festival
St. Francisville Food and Wine Festival 3 Days • 1500+ Attendees • 25 Celebrated Chefs from Mississippi & Louisiana • 40+ Notable Wines from Boutique and Small-Batch Wineries • C...
Nov
11
BREC Art Class
10:30 am
Calling all kiddo artists! BREC Art has classes for ages 3-12 this Fall. Turn on your imagination and come explore hands on art, with Saturday Morning Studio, Little Picassos, Loose
Nov
25
Christmas on the Farm at CM Farms
10:00 am
Take photos (no charge) with Santa in our Antique Farm House, then head to WhoVille for photos with the Grinch and Cindy Lou Who! Sing-a-long as CM Farms Radio plays
Nov
26
Christmas on the Farm at CM Farms
10:00 am
Take photos (no charge) with Santa in our Antique Farm House, then head to WhoVille for photos with the Grinch and Cindy Lou Who! Sing-a-long as CM Farms Radio plays
December 2023
Dec
2
A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage
7:00 pm
Saturday, December 2 at 7:00 p.m. Baton Rouge River Center Theatre Tickets can be purchased HERE! Sale Dates and Times: Public Onsale : Fri, 14 Jul 2023 at 10:00 AM
Dec
8
ATT EXPO MARKET
10:00 am
ATT EXPO MARKET TO DEBUT NEW GONZALES HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA AT LAMAR-DIXON EXPO CENTER WITH A WINTER WONDERLAND OF HOLIDAY SHOPPING DEALS Holiday Market Launches Friday, December 8 at 10 a.m. through
Dec
9
BREC Art Class
10:30 am
Calling all kiddo artists! BREC Art has classes for ages 3-12 this Fall. Turn on your imagination and come explore hands on art, with Saturday Morning Studio, Little Picassos, Loose
Dec
16
LSU Gymnastics 101 EXH
6:00 pm
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