Enjoy a special storytime every Saturday. Barnes & Noble–Perkins Rowe, Baton Rouge and Juban Crossing, Denham Springs. bn.com STREET EATS FEST: FOOD TRUCK FRENZY ~ 4–8 p.m. Enjoy a family-friendly evening featuring local and regional food trucks. Zachary Community Park, Zachary. brec.org THE COVER KID EVENT 9 a.m.–2 p.m. For more than 26 years, The Cover Kid Event has given local children ages 2–17 the opportunity to be featured in the pages of Baton Rouge Parents Magazine . Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel, Baton Rouge. Free to attend and $10 for children who want to participate. brparents.com ZOO & ME MORNINGS 9:30–11:30 a.m. Preschoolers and their caregivers can enjoy animal encounters, train rides, crafts, snacks, and interactive activities. BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo, Baton Rouge. brzoo.org 9 Sunday
vatory, Baton Rouge. hrpo.lsu.edu RED STICK FARMERS MARKET ~ 8 a.m.–noon Shop locally grown produce and goods at this producer-only open-air market supporting area farmers. Main Street Mar- ket, Baton Rouge. Enjoy a special storytime every Saturday. Barnes & Noble–Perkins Rowe, Baton Rouge and Juban Crossing, Denham Springs. bn.com STUDIO SATURDAY: Hands-on art workshop inspired by Reflections of Louisiana: The Art of George Rodrigue , where partici- pants explore Rodrigue’s techniques, use of color, and Louisiana-inspired imagery while creating their own original artwork. LASM, Baton Rouge. lasm.org THE DINNER DETECTIVE 6–9 p.m. Tackle a challenging crime while feasting on a deli- cious dinner. Crowne Plaza Executive Center, Baton Rouge. thedinnerdetective.com 16 Sunday breada.org SATURDAY STORYTIME ~ 2 p.m. REFLECTIONS OF LOUISIANA 10 a.m.–noon FUNNY GIRL – $5 MOVIE 2–4:25 p.m. Enjoy the classic musical Funny Girl for just $5 as Barbra Streisand stars as entertainer Fanny Brice, whose rise to Broadway fame is matched by chal- lenges in her personal life. Rated G. Manship Theatre, Baton Rouge. manshiptheatre.org 17 Monday NATIONAL NONPROFIT DAY 18 Tuesday
FREE CLINIC ~ 7 a.m.–7 p.m. Free one-day community clinic offering medical, dental, and vision services including exams, cleanings, extractions, prescriptions, and minor urgent care with no appointment, ID, or insurance required. Baton Rouge. loveimpactcoalition.org BIRDING AT BURDEN 7–9 a.m. Join a guided birdwatch- ing excursion through the trails at Burden 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 CHILDREN’S STORYTIME ~ 4 p.m. Enjoy a special storytime every Saturday. Barnes & Noble–Town Center at Cedar Lodge, Baton Rouge. bn.com HANDMADE MARKET ~ 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Shop 40+ local artisan and handmade vendors while enjoying live music, food, and a community-focused market encouraging shop- pers to support small and local businesses. Bayou Artisan Oasis, Baton Rouge. bayouartisan.com MOONLIGHT GOAT YOGA AT THE FARM 8 p.m. An evening outdoor yoga experience under the stars featuring a begin- ner-friendly guided yoga session alongside friendly goats. Bayou Sunrise Farm, Prairieville. bluelotusyoga classes.com PLUS NIGHT ~ 7–10 p.m. Enjoy an evening of sky viewing, science demon- strations, guided sky tours, telescope observations, birth-star discoveries, and a marshmallow roast during this special themed astronomy event. BREC’s Highland Road Park Obser-
10 Monday NATIONAL S’MORES DAY 11 Tuesday 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 12 Wednesday
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FOOD TRUCK TAKEOVER 5:30–8:30 p.m. An evening food truck event featuring local vendors serving a variety of dishes. 9405 Green- well Springs Road, Baton Rouge. chateaulyle.com MIDCITY’S GOT TALENT 2026 – MCRA FUNDRAISER GALA 6–9 p.m. Enjoy a live talent compe- tition featuring performers competing for a $1,000 prize, plus celebrity judges, live entertainment, a ban- quet, and silent auction. Raising Cane’s River Center, Baton Rouge. eventbrite.com SWAMP FLASHLIGHT NIGHT 5–9 p.m. Explore Bluebonnet Swamp after dark with self-guided or guided night hikes, live animal encounters, and a chance to experience the trails in a whole new way (flashlight required). BREC’s Bluebon- net Swamp Nature Center, Baton Rouge. brec.org THE HOODOOS PREMIERE + Q&A 7:30–9:30 p.m. Be among the first to see The Hoodoos , an unrated thriller following two career criminals racing to uncover a hidden cache of Confederate gold. Stay after the screening for a special Q&A session with the filmmakers. Manship Theatre, Baton Rouge. manshiptheatre.org ZACHARY REALLY HOT AIR BALLOON FESTIVAL ~ Through August 15 Enjoy balloon glows, teth- ered rides, vendors, food trucks, a car show, DJs, and live music. BREC’s Zachary Community Park, Zachary. downtownlivezachary @gmail.com 15 Saturday
DELCAMBRE SHRIMP FESTIVAL Through August 16
A multi-day coastal Louisi- ana festival celebrating the shrimping industry with live music, carnival rides, food vendors, pageants, cook-offs, and the tradi- tional Blessing of the Fleet. Delcambre Shrimp Festival
Building, Delcambre. shrimpfestival.net MUSIC BINGO ~ 7 p.m. A free music-themed bingo night where
players match song clips on their digital cards for prizes while enjoying food, drinks, and a lively, inter- active game experience. Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux, Zachary. eventbrite.com PERSEID METEOR SHOWER ~ 10 p.m.–2 a.m. Enjoy a late-night viewing session during the peak of the Perseid meteor shower. Highland Road Park Obser- vatory, Baton Rouge. brec.org/observatory 13 Thursday CASAS FOR CASA FIESTA 6–9 p.m. Enjoy an evening fund- raiser featuring Mexican cuisine, live music, drinks, and a silent auction to sup- port advocacy for children in foster care. Red Stick Social, Baton Rouge. casabr.org
BASF’S KIDS’ LAB 1:30–3:45 p.m.
Explore the science of chemistry during these 45-minute hands-on work- shops for young scientists ages 6–12 and their ac- companying adults. LASM, Baton Rouge. lasm.org SENSORY SECOND SUNDAY 3–5 p.m. During these hours, lighting throughout the space is dimmed, back- ground music is low, and designated quiet areas are available. Guests can also access fidget toys, noise-re- ducing headphones, and accessible art supplies. In addition, the planetarium will offer captioned shows. LASM, Baton Rouge. lasm.org
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