Goodbye, 2025 & Hello, 2026! As we bid farewell to 2025, it’s time to embrace the excitement and possibilities of the new year. Baton Rouge is the perfect place to celebrate with friends, family, and…
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Hey December, we’re ready for your magic. The lights are twinkling, the cocoa’s warming, and Baton Rouge is bursting with festive cheer. From skating under the lights at Ice Skating on the River to…
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Baton Rouge is kicking off the holiday season at our oldest winter tradition, the Festival of Lights, on Friday, Dec. 5, 2025 from 4-8 p.m. Gather with the community for the spectacular lighting of…
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Calling all bookworms—the Louisiana Book Festival is returning to the Red Stick! This epic celebration of all things literary is back for its 21st anniversary, and it’s going to be bigger and better…
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Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. As Juneteenth approaches, Baton Rouge is gearing up for…
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What better way to celebrate our beautiful planet than with fun-filled activities in the Capital City? Events to commemorate the day start as early as March this year! Whether you’re looking to become…
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Mardi Gras weekend is just around the corner, and we can't wait to celebrate all weekend long! To help first-timers and seasoned Mardi Gras revelers alike make the most out of their Mardi Gras…
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This story previously appeared in the 2024 Welcome Guide. Listen closely and you just might hear the sounds of live music filling the air. Music has played an integral role in the Capital City's…
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In Baton Rouge lies the rich history of African Americans that contributed to a movement of equal rights and change that was felt across the nation. To get the full experience and discover every…
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Drawing inspiration from a social media trend, this Saturday’s 225Fest is an effort to bring together all of the wonderful things Baton Rouge has to offer. Festival founder Myra Richardson told us all…
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