Live music, festivals, brunches and baseball — there’s so much happening in Baton Rouge this April! See below for the full list of 30+ Things To Do In Baton Rouge! And don’t forget to share what you do from the list with #30ThingsBR!
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Sunday, April 1
Happy Easter! Stroube’s downtown is hosting its first ever brunch menu today!
Monday, April 2
The Velvet Cactus is hosting a give back night in honor of fallen heroes from 4PM -9PM. 10% of sales will be donated.
A team of law enforcement and firemen are cycling from New Orleans to San Antonio on May 27 – June 3. This ride is to honor Lt. Shawn Anderson who died in the line of duty last year. The event is to celebrate the lives of our fallen heroes and to raise money to support their families. See more info.
p.s. First responders get a FREE margarita when you show your police, fire or EMS ID from April 3 - 8.
Tuesday, April 3
It’s the LAST day to vote in the Best of 225 Awards. Cast your vote here.
p.s. Thanks for nominating Southern Flair for Best Local Blogger!!
Wednesday, April 4
Texas de Brazil is hosting a wine tasting from 6:30-8:30PM.
Enjoy select Salentein varietals and signature appetizers at this tasting event, which also benefits the American Red Cross.
A donation of $30 from each ticket will benefit the American Red Cross Service to the Armed Forces. Grab your tickets here.
Thursday, April 5
Mike Broussard & the Night Train are playing at Rock N Rowe from 6-9PM. Head out to Perkins Rowe for live music — bring your lawn chair or enjoy the patios at Lava Cantina, California Pizza Kitchen or Kona Grill (all have stage views!)
Friday, April 6
Live After 5 is BACK with Shaun Ward Xperience from 5-8PM!
Crawfish on The Geaux is hosting Peelin’ 4 The Tigers at Uncle Earl’s from 5:30 - 8:30PM. Eat crawfish while watching the Tigers play the Aggies on TV! Proceeds go to 4theKids. You can grab your tickets here.
Saturday, April 7
Southern Craft Brewing Co. is turning TWO — and they’re throwing a party from 1PM - 9PM.
All of your favorite Southern Craft beers will be on tap plus specialty brews! Secret Lair Taqueria and Geaux Cuban will have food available for purchase.
Enjoy live music by Katie Kenney & Jordan Babin from 2PM - 5PM and Mighty Brother from 6PM - 9PM.
Grab your pre-sale tickets here for $20. You can purchase them at the door for $25. Price includes 6 beer pours and a souvenir class.
AND it just so happens to be National Beer Day!
Sunday, April 8
Alexander’s Highlight Market kicks off its spring Pop-Up Farmers Market series today from 10AM - 2PM with a crawfish boil, local farmers and vendors. See more info here.
Monday, April 9
It’s a give back night at Bistro Byronz (mid-city location). 20% of all food sales between 5-9PM will support the Louisiana Nurses Foundation!
Can’t dine in? Make an order to go and 10% of your purchase will still be donated!
Tuesday, April 10
LSU baseball plays LA Tech at Alex Box today at 6:30PM. Grab your tickets here.
Wednesday, April 11
It’s National Pet Day! Bring your pup to one of our Baton Rouge dog-friendly restaurants or bars, including The Bulldog, Zippy’s, Happy’s, and Curbside!
Thursday, April 12
Alice’s Table (as seen on Shark Tank!) is the newest floral arrangement pop-up class in Baton Rouge! They’re hosting Blooms at Blend Wine Bar downtown at 6:30PM.
Enjoy appetizers and a wine tasting provided by Blend while you learn how to craft a spring floral centerpiece for your home!
Grab your seat here. And sign up for their email list for 10% off your ticket!
JC Melancon & The Bayou Rock Band take the stage for this week’s live entertainment at Rock N Rowe! They’re known for their classic oldies.
Grab your lawn chair and head to Perkins Rowe from 6-9PM.
Friday, April 13
Gear up for a FULL weekend of live music downtown, starting with Live After 5! Chris Leblanc & Friends will be on stage from 5-8PM.
Saturday, April 14
It’s Day 1 of the 24th annual Baton Rouge Blues Festival! Head downtown to Repentance Park and Galvez Plaza from 12PM - 10PM for live music, food, beer, vendors and more!
READER SUGGESTION: Sweet Southern Scripts invites us to visit their booth at V Watts Trade Mart! This is a vintage, antiques and collectibles store in Livingston that’s opened every Thursday - Saturday. See more info here!
Sunday, April 15
It’s Day 2 of the 24th annual Baton Rouge Blues Festival! Head downtown to Repentance Park and Galvez Plaza from 12PM - 10PM for live music, food, beer, vendors and more!
Monday, April 16
The day before Tax Day calls for an all day Happy Hour, don’t ya think? Olive or Twist has us covered with Happy Hour prices ALL day long!
Tuesday, April 17
Join the Baton Rouge Chapter of the American Wine Society for a Rose Wine Tasting and Seminar at Bin 77 at 6PM. You will taste 6 Rose wines from around the world. Tickets are $15 at the door, and it includes the 6 tastings plus a food pairing. Get more info here.
Wednesday, April 18
Wednesdays in Baton Rouge mean FREE yoga at Tin Roof Brewing Co! Bring your mat, grab a beer and claim your spot! Yoga on Tap starts 6PM!
Thursday, April 19
In conjunction with the Louisiana International Film Festival and in support of the Third Street Songwriters Festival, Perkins Rowe is bringing back their second ever singer/songwriter night at the Rowe starting at 6PM.
Friday, April 20
It’s National Cheese Fries Day! The Chimes and Walk-Ons get my vote for best Baton Rouge Cheese Fries!
The Village at Huns Grove is hosting a Spring Art & Wine Walk from 5-8PM. Shop with local vendors, sip wine, enjoy live music! My Sosis girls, Kat Noel Designs and Kiss Cosmetics will ALL be there!! See more info here.
Werewolf is on stage for tonight’s Live After 5! Head downtown from 5-8PM for live music!
Saturday, April 21
It’s Wingamania at Tin Roof Brewing Co from 11AM - 3PM! This is a festival ALL about chicken wings. Tickets are $30, which include 15 different wings from different local restaurants, beer release specials and live entertainment.
See a list of participating restaurants here.
Sunday, April 22
The Baton Rouge Fashion Council is hosting its third annual Spring Style Brunch from 11AM - 2PM at Kalurah Street Grill. Shop with local boutiques and jewelry designers + enjoy $5 mimosas and $5 Bloody Mary’s!
Monday, April 23
It’s National Picnic Day! Grab a blanket, bottle of wine and pick up your favorite local take-out! Find a shady spot and enjoy! The LSU Lakes, the Levee and The Parade Grounds are all good spots for a picnic!
Tuesday, April 24
Can’t beat $2 tacos at Rum House for Taco Tuesday! Plus, it’s the perfect time of year for the bar swings and patio!
See a full list of my favorite Baton Rouge patios here!
Wednesday, April 25
City Pork & Steve Staples will host a series of 3 wine classes focusing on red grape varietals & varietal blends, starting today (plus on 5/2 and 5/9). He will be comparing styles of wine from around the world and their profiles paired with City Pork house made meats and cheeses. $85 per person (includes series of 3 classes, wine tasting, and cheese & charcuterie board). Get more info here.
Thursday, April 26
After 8 will be hittin’ the stage at Rock N Rowe from 6-9PM!
Friday, April 27
Curley Taylor and Zydeco Trouble are performing downtown at Live After 5 from 5-8PM!
Saturday, April 28
Wine On The River is a wine-tasting event where you can sample local, national and international wines all in one place! With an ‘Around The World’ theme, each attendee receives a passport listing the varietals available at each tasting table and what region they are from. The event also features live music and food from loca restaurants, including Velvet Cactus, Reginelli’s, Umami, Newk’s and more. It’s happening from 3 – 7 PM at City Hall Plaza. See more info here.
Sunday, April 29
Enjoy the Crown Bistro’s NEW patio! They’re now serving brunch from 10AM-2PM on Saturdays and Sundays. I’m all about those signature biscuits and Bloody Mary’s! Follow along with the Crown Bistro here.
Monday, April 30
It’s National Bubble Tea Day! Keep it local and grab some donuts and bubble tea together at Prince Donuts (located at 1750 Brightside Dr). Check them out on Instagram here!