QUILLING ART 3 p.m. Teens are invited to learn the art of quilling and create festive Valentine’s Day crafts. Carver Branch Library, Baton Rouge. ebrpl.com
BATON ROUGE MARDI GRAS FESTIVAL: PRE-PARTY 7–11:30 p.m. Enjoy a sneak peek of some of the talent scheduled to play on the Town Lawn Stage. Henry Turner Jr's Listening Room Heritage Museum, Baton Rouge. batonrougemardi grasfestival.com IT’S CARNIVAL TIME! A CONCERT IN THE COSMOS CELEBRATING MARDI GRAS 7:30 p.m. A one-of-a-kind musical and visual concert cele- brating Louisiana’s vibrant culture. Louisiana Art & Science Museum, Baton Rouge. brso.org YOU STOLE A PIZZA OF MY HEART 5–6:30 p.m. Teens will celebrate Valen- tine’s season with home- made pizzas, fun rounds of bingo, and real talk about healthy relationships. BREC’s North Sherwood Forest Community Park, Baton Rouge. brec.org
10 Tuesday
PINK CLOUD MOMENTS: A SACRED SPACE JOURNAL WORKSHOP FOR CAREGIVERS 6 p.m. Caregivers are invited to a hands-on journaling work- shop. East Baton Rouge Main Library at Goodwood, Baton Rouge. ebrpl.com 11 Wednesday IT’S CARNIVAL TIME! A CONCERT IN THE COSMOS CELEBRATING MARDI GRAS 7:30 p.m. A one-of-a-kind musical and visual concert cele- brating Louisiana’s vibrant culture. Louisiana Art & Science Museum, Baton Rouge. brso.org VALENTINE’S DAY STORY CRAFT 5 p.m. Children ages 3–7 can enjoy a reading of Hap-Pea Valentines Day by Keith Baker and create a valen- tine caterpillar craft to keep or share. Greenwell Springs
FOOD TRUCK ROUND-UP AT THE ROWE. See February 20.
Children ages 3–8 and their accompanying adults can enjoy a museum guide-led story time and hands-on art activity at the Louisiana Art & Science Museum. lasm.org 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 SHADES OF GREATNESS: A CELEBRATION OF BLACK ART + CULTURE 10 a.m.–5 p.m. A full-day Black History Month celebration filled with storytelling, music, art, food, vendors, and family-friendly activities that honor Black culture, creativity, and community across generations. BREC’s Independence Park Theatre + Cultural Center, Baton Rouge. theparktheatre.com
a branded tote, lab apron, and safety glasses. Louisi- ana Art & Science Museum, Baton Rouge. lasm.org BATON ROUGE VALENTINES CRAFT & VENDOR MARKET 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Celebrate love with local vendors, sweet treats, and unique gift ideas at this fun‑filled Valentine’s weekend market. Tanger Outlets, Gonzales. home townvendormarket.com 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 GET ORGANIZED! 3 p.m. Certified Professional Organizer Alyssa Trosclair explores the connection between clutter and procrastination. East Baton Rouge Main Library at Goodwood, Baton Rouge. ebrpl.com GUMBO COOKOFF: SUPER BOWL SUNDAY Noon Compete or watch as chefs face off in a Gumbo Cookoff. 38058 Hwy 621, Suite G, Gonzales. facebook.com/ coopson621 LOVE YOU, MEAN IT:
Celebrate friendship with brunch, bottomless mimosas, shopping, and fun activities with your besties, plus the first 20 guests receive a swag bag. Le Chien Brewing Com- pany, Denham Springs. eventbrite.com MID CITY GRAS PARADE 1–4 p.m. The 2026 Mid City Gras Parade rolls down North Boulevard from 19th Street to Baton Rouge Community College. North Boulevard at 19th Street, Baton Rouge. midcitygras.org PETITE MARDI GRAS AT THE MANSION 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Celebrate Mardi Gras with a family-friendly ball, featur- ing princess performances, king cake decorating, mocktails, storytime, and a festive second line for children. Louisiana Old Governor’s Mansion, Baton Rouge. facebook.com/ petiteprincesscompany VALENTINE’S PAPER PORTRAIT WORKSHOP 4:30–6 p.m. Enjoy a night of making pa- per portraits. Cary Sausage Community Arts Center, Baton Rouge. artsbr.org
13 Friday GALENTINE’S DAY
KREWE OF SOUTH- DOWNS MARDI GRAS PARADE 7–9:30 p.m.
Experience Baton Rouge’s first nighttime parade in the historic Southdowns neighborhood, featur- ing hand-crafted floats, music, dancers, flambeaux torch-bearers, and fami- ly-friendly Mardi Gras fun. 1676 Glasgow Avenue, Baton Rouge. southdowns.org ZACHARY MARDI GRAS CELEBRATION Through February 15 Join Zachary for a three- day Mardi Gras celebration featuring a kickoff recep- tion, community service events, and a Sunday parade, honoring everyday heroes and celebrating cul- ture, unity, and community
Road Regional Branch Library, Baton Rouge. ebrpl.com
12 Thursday
ARTY PARTY 4–6 p.m. Children ages 4–8 are invited to a hands-on art session led by experi- enced artists, exploring creativity through a variety of materials. Included with admission. Knock Knock Children’s Museum, Baton Rouge. knockknock museum.org
8 Sunday SUPER BOWL LX
BASF’S KIDS LAB 1:30–3:45 p.m.
Young scientists ages 6–12 and their accompanying adults can explore hands- on chemistry experi- ments in this 45-minute workshop, complete with
9 Monday NATIONAL PIZZA DAY
A GALENTINE'S GIRLS DAY OUT 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
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