King Cakes in Baton Rouge

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Louisiana Marathon

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The latest information regarding Baton Rouge events, hotels, restaurants and attractions during COVID-19

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Friends, Visitors and Baton Rouge Locals,

Visit Baton Rouge stands with you as we navigate these rough waters during an unprecedented crisis in our world, country and local community. We have faced many challenges together, and the Baton Rouge community is not only known for its hospitality but its resiliency.

While our city begins to reopen under the guidelines set forth by our Governor, we are excited to welcome visitors back to our wonderful city. We ask that you please reference our Covid-19 page for the latest updates on openings, restrictions and guidelines moving forward. Please keep social distancing in mind, wear your masks and wash hands frequently.

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Ameal Cameron ... Live at Leola's Cafe' & Coffee House

The 15th Annual Baton Rouge Jewish Film Festival

2 Domestic, 1 Import Live at Leola's Cafe' & Coffee House

Arbor Day at Burden

Gelato Love for Dogs at LA VIVINA

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Eat like a local

With an ever-growing restaurant scene, treat your taste buds to culinary bliss.

Virtual Zoom Backgrounds

Take a meeting from anywhere with Baton Rouge as your background!

Rest easy in one of our many hotels located throughout the city. No matter what area, there are...

Follow Our King Cake Map Through Baton Rouge

Even in a year with no parades, there are still plenty of ways to celebrate Mardi Gras in the...

Museums and History

Baton Rouge is French for “Red Stick, and with over 300 years of history, we invite you to explore...

Louisiana’s State Capitol

Venture downtown to catch a glimpse of our majestic State Capitol, the tallest in the country!

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