Holiday Events in Baton Rouge

Experience the holiday magic in Baton Rouge, where Southern hospitality meets seasonal cheer.

Kick off the season at Louisiana Lights, a glowing winter walk filled with photogenic scenes and festive light displays. Tickets are available now, so grab yours and get ready to step into a Christmas wonderland. After that, head downtown for the beloved Festival of Lights as the town’s Christmas tree lights up Town Square with half a million sparkling lights wrapping around the 25-foot tree.

All across the Capital City, holiday traditions are waiting for you. Skating on the River at the Raising Cane’s River Center brings icy fun to Baton Rouge, while BREC’s Zoolights lights up the night with larger-than-life animals and glowing pathways. You can also settle in for a local twist on a classic with Baton Rouge Ballet Theatre’s The Nutcracker: A Tale from the Bayou, where vibrant Louisiana flair meets enchanting music and movement.

If you’re still riding the wave of football season, a Baton Rouge Zydeco hockey game will keep that energy going. Catch the fast action at the Raising Cane’s River Center, cheer with the crowd, and feel the excitement every time the puck hits the net.

Close out the year with Red Stick Revelry as the red stick drops in Town Square at midnight. Live entertainment, family fun, and that classic Baton Rouge spirit make it the perfect way to welcome a brand-new year.

Browse the full lineup of events below and find the celebrations that fit your holiday season.