March Put on your green and join the celebration at the Wearin’ of the Green St. Patrick’s Day Parade . This beloved Baton Rouge tradition fills the Garden District with festive
floats, marching bands, bagpipers, and plenty of beads. Families line the oak-shaded streets each year to celebrate Irish heritage and enjoy one of the Capital City’s most anticipated spring events. Mid-March. wearinofthegreen.com There’s nothing quite like the excitement of Touch A Truck , where kiddos can step into the driver’s seat of their favorite big rigs and emer- gency vehicles. From flashing lights to giant wheels, this hands-on experience turns curiosity into adventure for the whole family. Late March. juniorleaguebr.org
April Spring comes alive in Baton Rouge with the Baton Rouge Blues Festival , a beloved downtown tradition celebrat- ing the birthplace of swamp blues. Spanning multiple stag- es, the free festival features local and nationally recognized artists, food vendors, and a full weekend of music that fills the streets with energy and soul. Mid-April. brblues.org Just a short drive away, Ponchatoula’s Strawberry Festival turns the small town into a celebration of all things sweet. Families can enjoy carnival rides, live music, arts and crafts, and plenty of strawberry-filled treats that make this annual tradition a Louisiana favorite. April dates vary. lastrawberry festival.com
May Mid City comes alive each spring as thou- sands gather under the oaks for Hot Art Cool Nights , one of Baton Rouge’s most beloved art hops. Stroll Government Street and surrounding neighborhoods while local busi- nesses open their doors to artists, makers, musicians, and pop-up experiences. Mid-May. midcitymerchantsbr.org It’s all things crawfish, culture, and Capital City flavor at the Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival . This lively spring tradition brings together families, friends, and festival lovers for an afternoon filled with live music, cold drinks, and plenty of crawfish to go around. Early May. bbcrawfest.com
10 2026 | Family Resource Guide
Made with FlippingBook. PDF to flipbook with ease