Fire up the grill and break out the BBQ!
Some people consider Memorial Day as the official start of summer, but the day is very important to not take for granted; it's a day to honor and celebrate the military members who have fought for our country. From cooking up hot dogs on the grill, hosting picnics, and volunteering throughout the communities, Memorial Day can be commemorated in many ways in Baton Rouge.
Here are a few events that you can check out this weekend leading up to Memorial Day 2024:
Live After Five featuring Michael Foster Project
Friday, May 24
Kick off the holiday weekend with Live After Five, featuring Michael Foster Project! Close out the spring season at Rhorer Plaza in downtown Baton Rouge, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, May 24.
Boudreaux & Thibodeaux’s Second Line After Five
Friday, May 24
Immediately after Live After Five, make your way down Third Street with Boudreaux and Thibodeaux’s Second Line After Five! Led by the Brasshearts Brass Band, join the official after party as they keep the tunes coming.
Red Dragon presents Andrew Duhon Quartet at Manship Theatre
Friday, May 24
Can’t get enough live music? Manship Theatre will also be presenting Andrew Duhon Quartet, in partnership with Red Dragon Listening Room, on Friday, May 24, at 7:30 p.m. The songwriter from New Orleans is known for him undeniable, soulful voice and being an usher of modern day folklore.
Stacks Pickleball Fest
Friday, May 24 – Monday, May 27
Pickleball has taken Baton Rouge by storm throughout the past year, and this year, Stacks will be hosting the first-ever pickleball fest to prove it! Held Friday, May 24 through Monday, May 27, this festival will have your standard brackets, senior brackets, age divisions, doubles, singles and more – all held rain or shine at the indoor facility.
Blue Star Mothers Flag Ceremony
Saturday, May 25
Honor those who sacrificed so much for us at this year’s flag ceremony at the Louisiana State Capitol.
“Hero Hump” is a 6-mile march where current and former military members carry flags starting at 7:30 in the morning from the Memorial Tower on Louisiana State University's campus to the Blue Star Mothers (BSM) of Louisiana at the State Capitol grounds. The members will carry over 11,000 flags to pay homage to Louisiana’s fallen heroes from past wars. Volunteers will plant the flags and then read of names of military members from 9/11 to present day. The ceremony will start around 9 a.m. on Saturday, May 25.
Local Pop Up May 25 Market
Saturday, May 25
Local Pop Up will be hosting their May market on Saturday, May 25! Shop from local makers from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Electric Depot, as well as have the opportunity to participate in the coinciding book swap.
Levitt AMP Baton Rouge 2024 Spring Season
Saturday, May 25
Levitt AMP Baton Rouge will kick off the 2024 spring season of Scotland Saturdays on May 25! Held from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m., at Scotlandville Plaza, this unforgettable experience is back and better than ever, all for free.
Eric Gautreaux at Red Stick Social
Sunday, May 26
Red Stick Social will be hosting their laidback brunch on Sunday, May 26, complete with free live music! Take advantage of the extra day of the weekend with $20 all you can eat and $20 bottomless mimosas, Bloody Marys and screwdrivers, with live music by Eric Gautreaux.
Baton Rouge Concert Band Memorial Day Concert
Monday, May 27
Show your support and come enjoy patriotic music played by the Baton Rouge Concert Band.
The band has set a concert for Memorial Day on Monday, May 27. The sounds will start at 7 p.m. at the Main Library at Goodwood. The concert is free and open to all people wanting to honor those who spent their lives fighting for ours.
