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Discover upcoming events, festivals, and activities across East Baton Rouge.

22 events

Baton Rouge 5K Run/Walk

7:30 AM – 10:00 AM Downtown Baton Rouge Baton Rouge

Lace up your running shoes for the annual Baton Rouge 5K! A scenic route through the community with awards, refreshments, and fun for runners and walk...

APR 4

Baton Rouge Farmers Market

8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Downtown Baton Rouge Baton Rouge

Every Saturday

Shop fresh local produce, baked goods, crafts, and artisan products at the weekly farmers market in Baton Rouge. Support local farmers and makers whil...

APR 4

East Baton Rouge County Easter Egg Hunt

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Baton Rouge City Park Baton Rouge

Bring the kids for the annual community Easter Egg Hunt! Children of all ages can search for candy-filled eggs, enjoy spring activities, and visit wit...

APR 11

East Baton Rouge County Crawfish Boil

11:00 AM – 6:00 PM Baton Rouge Baton Rouge

It's crawfish season! Join us for a community crawfish boil featuring pounds of fresh mudbugs, cold drinks, live music, and good times. Local cook-off...

APR 18

Baton Rouge Spring Festival

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Downtown Baton Rouge Baton Rouge

Celebrate spring in East Baton Rouge County with live music, local vendors, food trucks, arts and crafts, and family activities. A beloved community t...

MAY 9

Baton Rouge BBQ Festival

11:00 AM – 7:00 PM Downtown Baton Rouge Baton Rouge

The smokers are fired up! BBQ teams compete for bragging rights while you sample the best ribs, pulled pork, brisket, and more. Live music and family ...

MAY 25

Baton Rouge Memorial Day Ceremony

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Baton Rouge Veterans Memorial Baton Rouge

A solemn ceremony honoring those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. Features patriotic music, guest speakers, rifle salute, and wreath laying....

JUN 5

Summer Concert Series — Baton Rouge

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Baton Rouge Amphitheater Baton Rouge

Every Friday (June-August)

Enjoy free live music every Friday evening throughout the summer! Bring a blanket or lawn chair and relax under the stars with local and regional musi...

JUL 4

East Baton Rouge County July 4th Celebration

5:00 PM – 10:00 PM Baton Rouge Baton Rouge

Celebrate Independence Day with patriotic festivities, live entertainment, food vendors, kids' activities, and a spectacular fireworks display at dusk...

AUG 1

Back to School Bash — East Baton Rouge County

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Baton Rouge Community Center Baton Rouge

Get ready for the new school year! Free school supplies, backpacks, haircuts, health screenings, and community resources for East Baton Rouge County f...

SEP 5

Baton Rouge Art Walk

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Downtown Baton Rouge Baton Rouge

Explore local galleries, meet artists, and discover original artwork throughout downtown Baton Rouge. A celebration of the vibrant arts community in E...

OCT 1

East Baton Rouge County Fair

5:00 PM – 10:00 PM East Baton Rouge County Fairgrounds Baton Rouge

The annual East Baton Rouge County Fair features carnival rides, livestock shows, live entertainment, fair food, and fun for the whole family. A week-...

OCT 10

Baker Fall Festival

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Baker Park Baker

Enjoy fall fun in Baker with vendors, food, live music, and activities for the whole family....

OCT 10

Zachary Fall Festival

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Zachary Park Zachary

Enjoy fall fun in Zachary with vendors, food, live music, and activities for the whole family....

OCT 17

Baton Rouge Fall Festival

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Downtown Baton Rouge Baton Rouge

Celebrate autumn in Baton Rouge with a day of arts and crafts vendors, fall treats, live music, pumpkin decorating, and community fun....

OCT 31

Baton Rouge Trunk or Treat

5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Baton Rouge Community Center Baton Rouge

A safe, family-friendly Halloween event! Kids trick-or-treat from decorated car trunks, enjoy costume contests, games, and candy. Come in your best co...

NOV 11

East Baton Rouge County Veterans Day Ceremony

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM East Baton Rouge County Courthouse Baton Rouge

Honor our veterans at the annual East Baton Rouge County Veterans Day ceremony. Features patriotic music, guest speakers, wreath laying, and recogniti...

NOV 27

Baton Rouge Tree Lighting Ceremony

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Downtown Baton Rouge Baton Rouge

Join the community for the official lighting of the Baton Rouge Christmas tree! Enjoy hot cocoa, holiday music, photos with Santa, and the magical mom...

DEC 5

Baton Rouge Christmas Parade

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Downtown Baton Rouge Baton Rouge

Kick off the holiday season with the annual Baton Rouge Christmas Parade! Enjoy festive floats, marching bands, holiday performances, and a visit from...

DEC 12

Baker Christmas Parade

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Downtown Baker Baker

Celebrate the holiday season with the Baker Christmas Parade featuring festive floats, local schools, and a visit from Santa!...

DEC 12

Zachary Christmas Parade

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Downtown Zachary Zachary

Celebrate the holiday season with the Zachary Christmas Parade featuring festive floats, local schools, and a visit from Santa!...

DEC 31

New Year's Eve Celebration — Baton Rouge

8:00 PM – 12:30 AM Downtown Baton Rouge Baton Rouge

Ring in the New Year in Baton Rouge! Enjoy live music, entertainment, food and drinks, and a midnight countdown to welcome 2027....

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