Overview
Located in downtown Baton Rouge along the Mississippi River, the Raising Cane's River Center is a premier destination for entertainment and cultural events. The complex features a 10,000-seat arena, a 1,900-seat Performing Arts Theatre, a Grand Ballroom, and a 70,000-square-foot Exhibition Hall. Visitors can enjoy a diverse lineup of events, including concerts by renowned artists, Broadway productions, comedy shows, family-friendly events, sporting events, and cultural performances in the adjacent theatre. With its central location, ample parking, and proximity to hotels and restaurants, the River Center offers an accessible and vibrant setting for both locals and tourists to experience the rich cultural scene of Baton Rouge.
Map
Related Stories
Things to Do in Baton Rouge this May
It’s gonna be May… and honestly, we’re not even mad about it.
First Timer’s Guide to Baton Rouge
First time in Baton Rouge? No, not us, not our first time. Planning trips is hard enough, let alone to a…
The Louisiana Marathon: Guide to Baton Rouge
Each year we look forward to welcoming both new and returning runners for the Louisiana Marathon.
Ice Skating on the River Returns to Baton Rouge This Holiday Season
Lace up your skates because it’s that time of the year again!
Don’t Miss These Holiday Events in Baton Rouge
With the holiday season here, there are a plethora of festivities and events taking place in Baton Rouge.
Ring in the Holiday Season at the Festival of Lights
Baton Rouge is kicking off the holiday season at our oldest winter tradition, the Festival of Lights, on Friday, Dec. 5…
Know Before You Go: Baton Rouge Zydeco
Here in Baton Rouge, we are passionate about sports.
Game Day Do’s & Don’ts: Your Guide to Football Season in Baton Rouge
One thing about Baton Rouge is that we take college football very seriously. From the food to the decorations to the…
Celebrate Juneteenth in Baton Rouge
Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States.
LIVE! From Baton Rouge: Live Music in Baton Rouge
This story previously appeared in the 2024 Welcome Guide.
Related Events
BLACK BUSINESS INSIDERA EXPO and Convention
Raising Cane's River Center
1341 BALSAM AVENUE
BATON ROUGE, Louisiana 70807
(225) 505-1202
“Weird Al” Yankovic: Bigger & Weirder 2026
River Center Performing Arts Theatre
240 St. Louis Street
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70802
