toches, Natchitoches. meatpiefestival.com
Baton Rouge. Scotlandville Plaza, Baton Rouge. levitt.org LITTLE MUDDY BUDDIES I: HAND BUILDING 10:30 a.m. –noon Join a talented artist for a beginner class on the art of hand-building clay. For ages 8–10, and all supplies will be provided. BREC’s Drusilla Lane Park, Baton
BIRTH CENTER TOUR ~ 6–7 p.m. Expecting parents can tour the Birth Center, meet labor and delivery nurses, learn about the birthing process, and explore the hospital’s mother-baby suites before delivery day. Baton Rouge General– Bluebonnet, Baton Rouge. brgeneral.org JIM STANDLEY & JORDAN TUPPER: SEPTEMBER JAZZ 5:30–8:30 p.m. Enjoy an evening of cool jazz on the patio with guitarist Jim Standley and bassist Jordan Tupper. Bin 77, Baton Rouge. bin77.com Learn different art tech- niques, create art to bring home, and make new friends. For ages 8–12. BREC’s Baringer Road Park, Baton Rouge brec.org 16 Wednesday BATISTE LEGACY SESSION FT. PETER HAR- RIS' BAYOU BAR ALLSTARS 6:30–8 p.m. Experience an unforgetta- ble evening of New Orle- ans jazz as Peter Harris and his all-star ensemble bring improvisation, energy, and the spirit of the Crescent City to downtown Baton Rouge. Cary Saurage Com- munity Arts Center, Baton Rouge. artsbr.org BODEANS 7:30–10 p.m. SMARTIES ~ 4:30–5:30 p.m. Celebrate 40 years of Bo- Deans music with a special performance featuring songs from five decades of their acclaimed catalog. Manship Theatre, Baton Rouge. manshiptheatre.org FOODIES + NEW FRIENDS GROUP DINNER 7 p.m. Gather at Eliza Restaurant to meet new friends who are food enthusiasts just like you! Eliza Restaurant, Baton Rouge. elizabatonrouge.com
17 Thursday NATIONAL APPLE DUMPLING DAY 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY – $5 MOVIE 8:30–10:30 p.m. Experience the iconic sci-fi adventure 2001: A Space Odyssey on the big screen during this special $5 movie night. Manship Theatre, Baton Rouge. manshiptheatre.org ELLIS ISLAND: THE DREAM OF AMERICA 7:30–9:30 p.m. Celebrate the Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra’s 80th season with an inspiring
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ART BREAK 1–4 p.m. Create a painting inspired by artist Purvis Young while enjoying live vinyl music from The Lady Dee- Jay during this creative afternoon at the museum. LSU Museum of Art, Baton Rouge. lsumoa.org BIRDING AT BURDEN 7–9 a.m. Join a guided birdwatch- ing excursion and spot a variety of resident and migratory birds while learning from local birding experts. LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens at Burden, Baton Rouge. lsuagcenter.com/burden DOG DAY AT THE SWAMP 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Bring your leashed pet for a day on the trails, meet local rescue organizations, and make a toy or craft for your furry friend. Bluebon- net Swamp Nature Center, Baton Rouge. brec.org Learn about the stars and constellations with an in- teractive presentation that ends with a featured show that everyone can enjoy. Free event for members. LASM, Baton Rouge. lasm.org HARVEST MARKET AT THE OASIS ~ 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Shop more than 40 local vendors offering FAMILY HOUR STARGAZING 10 a.m. handmade art, food, and unique goods during this harvest-themed commu- nity market. Bayou Artisan Oasis on Coursey, Baton Rouge. bayouartisan.com LEVITT AMP BATON ROUGE 2026 ~ 3 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon of live music, local vendors, and community fun at this free outdoor concert series cel- ebrating the spirit of North
Bring the whole family for a fun light-hearted performance engaging in patriotic and musical theater. Opera Louisiane, Baton Rouge. operalouisiane.com THE WILD POUR 2:30–5:30 p.m. Guests ages 21 and older can sample craft beer, wine, and spirits while en- joying live entertainment throughout the Zoo. Baton Rouge Zoo, Baton Rouge. brzoo.org 21 Monday HEARTS AND HOOVES 5:30–7:15 p.m. Riders six and up with physical, mental, and/ or social disabilities will participate in this six-week riding lesson tailored to their needs. BREC’s Farr Park Equestrian Center and RV Campgrounds, Baton Rouge. brec.org 22 Tuesday NATIONAL ICE CREAM CONE DAY 23 Wednesday
Rouge. brec.org LSU AT OLE MISS 6:30 p.m.
The Tigers hit the road for a primetime SEC showdown against Ole Miss in Oxford.
Vaught-Hemingway Stadium, Oxford, Miss. lsusports.net SATURDAY STORYTIME ~ 2 p.m.
concert. River Center Theatre, Baton Rouge. brso.org ROCK N ROWE FT. THE V-TONES ~ 6–9 p.m.
Enjoy a special storytime every Saturday. Barnes & Noble–Perkins Rowe, Baton Rouge and Juban Crossing, Denham Springs. bn.com
Bring your lawn chairs and dancing shoes for a fun evening for the whole family. Perkins Rowe, Baton Rouge. perkinsrowe.com WALTER ANDERSON FILM & OPENING 6–8:30 p.m. Enjoy a screening of Walter Anderson: The Extraordinary Life and Art of the Islander , followed by a panel discussion, reception, and book signing celebrating the opening of a new exhi- bition. LSU Museum of Art, Baton Rouge. lsumoa.org 18 Friday
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Through September 20 Step back in time with a historical reenactment of Bernardo de Gálvez’s 1779 capture of British-held Ba- ton Rouge, featuring living history demonstrations and educational activities. LSU Rural Life Museum, Baton Rouge.
“WEIRD AL” YANKOVIC: BIGGER & WEIRDER 2026 TOUR 7:30 p.m. Enjoy a lighthearted,
lsu.edu/rurallife ST. JUDE WALK BATON ROUGE 6:30 a.m.–noon Join families and sup-
MOVEMENT FOR THE ACTOR 5:30–7 p.m.
humorous musical perfor- mance that is perfect for older children, preteens, and teenagers who appre- ciate clever parody music. Raising Cane’s River Center, Baton Rouge raising canesrivercenter.com 24 Thursday
porters for a meaningful walk benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospi- tal and its mission to find cures and save children. A. Z. Young Park, Baton THE LIVINGSTON PARISH LIBRARY BOOK-CON ~ 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Meet local authors, browse local vendors, enjoy arts and crafts, and more. Livingston Parish Library, Livingston. mylpl.info Rouge. stjude.org/ walkbatonrouge
Learn how to dance and the basic movements you will need for your next play! Music & Dramatics Art Building on LSU Campus, Baton Rouge. playmakersbr.org NATCHITOCHES MEAT PIE FESTIVAL ~ Through September 19 Celebrate Louisiana’s famous meat pie with live music, food vendors, chil- dren’s activities, arts and crafts, and family-friendly fun. Downtown Natchi-
GAVIN ADCOCK 7 p.m.
Country music rising star Gavin Adcock brings his high-energy sound and fan-favorite hits to Baton
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