maddiesfootprints.org FULL MOON FETE ~ Noon–3 p.m. Dress in your favorite cos- tume and stroll from trunk to trunk collecting treats, followed by live entertain- ment, vendors, character visits, and family-friendly activities. Independence Community Park, Baton ROUGE OUT OF THE DARKNESS WALK ~ 9 a.m. Join hundreds of commu- nity members for a free walk supporting suicide prevention, raising aware- ness and bringing hope to those affected by suicide. Pennington Biomedical Research Center, Baton Rouge. afsp.org/ batonrouge KREWE OF BOO! PARADE ~ 6:30 p.m. Celebrate Halloween with a parade. Elysian Fields Avenue to Andrew Higgins Rouge. brec.org GREATER BATON Drive, New Orleans. kreweofboo.com LATE NITE CATECHISM 1–3 p.m. Laugh along as the irre- pressible Sister leads an adult catechism class filled with audience participa- tion, humor, and surprises. Manship Theatre, Baton Rouge. manship theatre.org LSU VS. AUBURN 11 a.m. The LSU Tigers take on Auburn. Auburn, Alabama. lsusports.net PUMPKIN PATCH DAYS 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Shop their huge selection of pumpkins and celebrate the season. 10317 Cr-232, St. Francisville. gsle.info/fallfest SATURDAY STORYTIME ~ 2 p.m. Enjoy a special storytime. Barnes & Noble–Perkins Rowe, Baton Rouge and Juban Crossing, Denham Springs. bn.com SOLAR VIEWING ~
Noon–2 p.m. Join HRPO for Solar Cycle 25. Viewing is suitable for ages six and up. BREC’s Highland Road Park Obser- vatory, Baton Rouge. brec.org Explore the eerie side of astronomy, physics, and aeronautics at this family Halloween event filled with bizarre and freakish fun. Highland Road Park Observatory, Baton Rouge. brec.org 25 Sunday THE SPOOKY SPECTRUM ~ 6–10 p.m.
INTERNATIONAL RICE FESTIVAL. See October 15–18.
LSU HIGH VOLTAGE CONCERT 7:30 p.m.
Explore mourning tradi- tions in early 19th-century Louisiana on a guided candlelight tour. Magnolia Mound Plantation, Baton
VENDOR MARKET ~ Through October 25
Shop local vendors offering handmade goods, seasonal décor, sweet treats, gifts, and all things fall and Halloween. Tanger Outlets, Gonzales. eventbrite.com BOO AT THE ZOO Through October 25 Enjoy a family-friendly cel- ebration featuring festive fall displays, costume fun, character meet-and-greets, live entertainment, animal activities, food vendors, and spooky seasonal sur- prises. BREC’s Baton Rouge
Join LSU as they showcase innovative experimental music and multimedia performance. Louisiana Digital Media Center, Baton Rouge. lsu.edu ROUGAROU FESTIVAL ~ Through October 25 Enjoy live music, local food, vendors, costumes, family activities, and plenty of spooky fun. Houma, LA. rougaroufest.org SWAMP HAUNTED HIKES 6–9 p.m. Children can explore the trails, discover “creepy critters,” meet costumed characters, enjoy spooky stories, and experience a fun-filled night of nature. BREC’s Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center, Baton Rouge. brec.org 24 Saturday 2ND ANNUAL INCLUSIVE TRUNK OR TREAT ~ 4–6 p.m. Enjoy a free, family-friendly, and sensory-considerate Halloween celebration. The Purple Cow, Denham Springs. linktr.ee/ atalopezfoundation
BASF’S KIDS’ LAB 1:30–3:45 p.m.
Rouge. brec.org GREATER BATON
Explore the science of chemistry during these 45-minute hands-on workshops. LASM, Baton Rouge. lasm.org BATON ROUGE KINGFISH VS. MID-SOUTH MONARCHS 3:05 p.m. Cheer on the Baton Rouge Kingfish as they take on the Mid-South Monarchs. Raising Cane’s River Center Arena, Baton Rouge. br kingfish.hockeyshift.com
ROUGE STATE FAIR Through November 1 A celebration of fall fun, featuring carnival rides, live entertainment, fair food, exhibits, and family attrac- tions Airline Hwy. Park/ Fairgrounds, Baton Rouge. gbrsf.com 23 Friday 58TH ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL ACADIAN FESTIVAL ~ Through October 25 Celebrate Acadian culture with live music, food, dancing, arts and crafts, and family fun. Bayou Plaquemine Waterfront Park, Plaquemine. acadianfestival.org FRENCH FOOD FESTIVAL Through October 25 Celebrate French food, music, and culture with midway rides, a folklife exhibit, fresh seafood, and a live auction. Larose Regional Park and Civic Center, Larose. bayoucivicclub.org FRIDAY NIGHT LECTURE SERIES ~ 7:30–8:30 p.m. Learn about astronomy, space exploration, and the night sky. Highland Road Park Observatory, Baton Rouge. hrpo.lsu.edu
Zoo, Baker. brzoo.org CLUE LIVE ON STAGE! 7:30 p.m.
Experience the classic mys- tery through a fast-paced theatrical performance filled with secrets, suspects, and twists. Raising Cane’s River Center Theatre, Baton Rouge. raisingcanes rivercenter.com CORN MAZE 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Enjoy a fall adventure with a hayride, sunflower field, satsuma grove, Corn Crib, petting farm, pumpkin patch, and festival foods. LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens, Baton Rouge. lsu.edu/botanic-gardens FOOTPRINTS FOREVER 8 a.m. Join the community for a 5K and fun run supporting Maddie’s Footprints and its mission to help families facing pregnancy and infant loss. Pointe-Marie, Baton Rouge.
HAINTS, HAUNTS, AND HALLOWEEN Time TBA
Experience a family cele- bration with old-fashioned fun. LSU Rural Life Muse-
um, Baton Rouge. lsu.edu/rurallife
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LSU TIGER GLEE CLUB & CHORALE ~ 7:30 p.m.
An evening of inspiring choral music. University United Methodist Church, Baton Rouge. calendar.lsu.edu 27 Tuesday
BASF’S KIDS’ LAB 11 a.m.–3:45 p.m.
Explore the science of chemistry during these 45-minute hands-on work- shops. LASM, Baton Rouge. lasm.org BATON ROUGE SPOOK- TACULAR CRAFT &
ACOTAR RELEASE PARTY ~ 5–8 p.m.
Join fans of Sarah J. Maas’s A Court of Thorns and Roses
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