4016 Government Street, Baton Rouge. midcitymerchantsbr.org LIVE AFTER FIVE 5–8 p.m. Get ready to dance, eat, and drink in the Louisiana sunshine at Baton Rouge’s most popular free commu- nity event. Performances by The Rumble + N’Tune. Downtown Baton Rouge. downtownbr.org NATURE NIGHT HIKE + CAMPFIRE 7:30–9:30 p.m. Explore local nighttime ecology and meet noctur- nal animals on a blacked- out night hike, complete with campfire time and s’mores. BREC’s Manchac Park, Baton Rouge. brec.org 9 Saturday NATIONAL BIRTH MOTHER’S DAY
free day of family fun with performances, sword-fight- ing demos, Elizabethan costumes, hands-on STEM activities, and special guests. Capitol Park Muse- um, Baton Rouge. lashakes.org MILES FOR SMILES 8 a.m.–5 p.m. The annual 5K/fun run. Sidney Hutchison Park, Walker. facebook.com/ kiwanisclubofwalker MILES2MOMS 2-MILE RUN/WALK 8:30 a.m. Enjoy a morning of move- ment, encouragement, and community while walking and running together in support of moms and maternal mental health. The Hayfield Alex Box Stadium, Baton Rouge. consciousmomsla.org NIGHT MARKET BTR 4–10 p.m. An unforgettable evening in the heart of downtown Baton Rouge! 4th Street, in front of the State Capitol by the State Library and Capitol Park Museum, Baton Rouge. nightmarketbtr.com RED STICK FARMERS MARKET 8 a.m.–noon Shop all things local. Pennington Biomedical Research Center, Baton Rouge. breada.org RED WIG WALK 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Enjoy great music and en- tertainment while raising awareness. AZ Young Park, Baton Rouge. brbac metrohealth.wixsite. com/redwigwalk SATURDAY STORYTIME 2 p.m. Enjoy a special storytime every Saturday. Barnes & Noble–Town Center at Cedar Lodge, Baton Rouge; Perkins Rowe, Baton Rouge; and Juban Crossing, Denham Springs. bn.com SIP & SPILL MOTHER’S DAY TEA Noon–3 p.m. Enjoy signature teas, sweet treats, beautiful vibes, and
ST. JUDE DAY AT THE DERBY. See May 2.
5 Tuesday CINCO DE MAYO NATIONAL FOSTER CARE DAY NATIONAL TEACHER APPRECIATION DAY
um, Baton Rouge. usskidd.com SUMMER KICK-OFF Noon–3 p.m. Enjoy music, food, and a contest. BREC’s Perkins Road Community Park, Baton Rouge. brec.org SUNSET HERB & GARDEN FESTIVAL 8 a.m.–3 p.m. A family-friendly festival for the yard and garden enthusiast. Marie Street Festival Grounds, Sunset. sunsetherbfestival.com TRAIN DAY AT THE LIBRARY 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Families can enjoy oper- ating train layouts, a Train Market with expert advice, LEGO and HO model displays, and frequent door prizes for children. EBR Main Library on Goodwood, Baton Rouge. ebrpl.com 3 Sunday NATIONAL LEMONADE DAY CHILDREN’S STORYTIME 2 p.m. Read specially-curated chil- dren’s picture books each week. Barnes & Noble–Per- kins Rowe, Baton Rouge. bn.com FIRST FREE SUNDAY! FILM SCREENING & MOTHER’S DAY CRAFTS Noon–4 p.m. A powerful story of love, resilience, and family, plus Mother's Day crafts at the castle. Louisiana Old State
Capitol, Baton Rouge. eventbrite.com FIRST FREE SUNDAYS 1–4 p.m. Free highlight tours will be offered on the first Sunday of each month. BREC’s Magnolia Mound Museum + Historic Site, Baton Rouge. brec.org KIWANIS CLUB OF ASCENSION BOWLING TOURNAMENT 2–5 p.m. The tournament will have a Kentucky Derby After Party theme, featuring team bowling, food, prizes, and a silent auction to raise funds supporting children in the community. Premier Lanes Entertainment Center, Gonzales. facebook.com/ kiwanisclubof ascensionla SOUTHEAST CARDS PRESENTS FREE COMIC BOOK DAY 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Features trading card and comic vendors, action figures, special guest artist Dawn McTeigue. Embassy Suites, Baton Rouge. secardsandcomics.com 4 Monday NATIONAL STAR WARS DAY REFLECTIONS IN THE GARDEN Noon–1 p.m. Experience the monthly lunch and learn series. LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens, Baton Rouge. fobgburden.com
MESSY MASTERPIECES 10:15 a.m. Let your toddler create and experiment with different materials, textures, and col- ors. Knock Knock Children’s Museum, Baton Rouge. knockknockmuseum.org 6 Wednesday
BASF’S KIDS’ LAB 11 a.m.–3:45 p.m.
Explore the science of chemistry during these 45-minute hands-on workshops for young scien- tists ages 6–12 and their ac- companying adults. LASM, Baton Rouge. lasm.org FAE FEST Noon–3 p.m. Explore themed zones, meet fairies and dragons, enjoy games, crafts, and live shows fun for all ages. Costumes are welcome. BREC’s Forest Community Park, Baton Rouge. brec.org HANDS-ON HISTORY AT THE MOUND: COLONIAL GAMES + TOYS This new program invites families to explore history through a guided tour of historic buildings, followed by a themed demonstra- tion and hands-on craft for each child to take home. BREC’s Magnolia Mound Museum + Historic Site, Baton Rouge. brec.org LOUISIANA’S SHAKE- SPEARE FESTIVAL 10 a.m.–2 p.m. The annual festival offers a
THE DRAMA (2026) 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
A happily engaged couple get put to the test when an unexpected revelation sends their wedding week off the rails. Manship Theatre, Baton Rouge. manshiptheatre.org 7 Thursday NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER 8 Friday
CJ SOLAR AND RICK HUCKABY FULL BAND EXPERIENCE 7:30 p.m.
Enjoy performances by CJ Solar and Rick Huckaby. Manship Theatre, Baton Rouge. manshiptheatre.org HOT ART COOL NIGHTS 6–10 p.m. This event features a lively mix of local artists, live music, food, and shopping.
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