Looking for ways to spend quality time with the kids without spending a dime? Baton Rouge has plenty of family-friendly free fun this week, from storytimes to outdoor adventures and evening entertainment. Here’s what’s happening:
Sunday, April 12 – Children’s Storytime
Bring little ones to Barnes & Noble–Perkins Rowe at 2 p.m. for a specially curated selection of children’s picture books. It’s the perfect way to encourage a love of reading in a fun, relaxed setting. bn.com
Thursday, April 16 – Red Stick Farmers Market
Start your morning browsing fresh, local produce and artisanal goods at Pennington Biomedical Research Center from 8 a.m. to noon. Support local vendors while enjoying a fun outing for the whole family. breada.org
Thursday, April 16 – Rock n Rowe
Head back to Perkins Rowe from 6–9 p.m. for live music featuring Phat Hat. This family-friendly evening offers great tunes and a lively atmosphere. perkinsrowe.com
Friday, April 17 – Movie in the Park: Sonic 3
Bring blankets and lawn chairs to BREC’s T. D. Bickham, Jr. Park in Baker for a free, under-the-stars screening of Sonic 3. Snacks and community fun included! Movie starts at 6 p.m. brec.org
Saturday, April 18 – Children’s Garden Party: Pollinators!
Families can explore pollinators through scavenger hunts, live beehives, seed planting, seedball making, temporary tattoos, and fun races from 9–11 a.m. at LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens. facebook.com/lsuagbotanicgardens
Saturday, April 18 – Red Stick Farmers Market
Another chance to shop local from 8 a.m.–noon at 501 Main Street, Baton Rouge. breada.org
Saturday, April 18 – Saturday Storytime
Enjoy a special storytime at 2 p.m. at any of these locations: Barnes & Noble–Town Center at Cedar Lodge, Perkins Rowe, or Juban Crossing in Denham Springs. bn.com
From outdoor adventures to reading and music, there’s something free for every family in Baton Rouge this week!
