Thanksgiving Week

From the best local places to dine in or order catering - to the hottest holiday shopping hotspots

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Fall in Baton Rouge

Enjoy Baton Rouge in the fall with festivals, football, family fun and more.

Fall Events

Saturday Night in Death Valley

Experience the magic of a LSU Football game this fall.

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Get Outdoors

Beautiful wide open spaces and outdoor adventure await in Baton Rouge

Outdoor Fun

Coronavirus Information

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

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Family Fun

As the crossroads of the South, stop and stay in Baton Rouge.

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Discover Baton Rouge Online

Virtual museum tours, online cooking classes, live animal videos from the zoo and more!

Virtual Experiences

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.

Upcoming Events

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30th Annual "Ice Skating on the River" at the Raising Cane's River Center

Capital City Contemporary 5: Water

Frank Hayden: Lift Every Voice

Christmas On Pointe at Pointe- Marie

ZOOLIGHTS at the Baton Rouge Zoo Presented by Children's Hospital New Orleans

Baton Rouge Bulletin

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...

2020 Holiday Events in Baton Rouge

Spending the holidays in Baton Rouge is sure to spark some magic and liven up the season. Whether...

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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