Happy May! Here’s your monthly list of something to do EVERY SINGLE DAY in Baton Rouge — including what to eat, see, drink and do!
Wednesday, May 1
Regymen Fitness will be at White Star Market every Wednesday in May for FREE community workout classes! They’ll be on the patio at 6PM! After class, grab dinner and a $5 glass of wine! | More Info
Thursday, May 2
Rock N Rowe is happening every Thursday night at Perkins Rowe from 6PM to 9PM! This Thursday they’re featuring Phat Hat | More Info
No Show Comedy is hosting an Open Mic Night at City Bar starting at 8PM. | More Info
Friday, May 3
We’re still going strong with crawfish season! The Annual Crawfish King Cook-Off is happening from 4 - 8PM. This is an all-you-can-eat crawfish event benefiting Junior Achievement & Big Buddy. | More Info
Saturday, May 4
May the FORTH be with you! It’s National Star Wars Day!
The Companion Animal Alliance is hosting their first monthly Furry Fun Run at 9AM followed by coffee with Titan Coffee. Run/walk along the levee and even bring your own pup if you want! Did you know you can register as a volunteer and BRING a shelter dog along with you for the run?! | More Info
READ MORE: 11 Things You May Not Know About Companion Animal Alliance
The Corked 5K is also happening downtown today at 5PM! Run/walk and get wine along the way with even more at the finish line! | More Info
Perkins Rowe is hosting their annual Cinco de Bingo! Get a chance to win $1000 dollars in retail by visiting the shops! | More Info
The Rum House is hosting a Cinco de Mayo PRE-Party!! Live music, $6 margs, $3 beers and MORE! Plus, I’m giving away a $25 gift card on Instagram! | More Info
Sunday, May 5
It’s Cinco De Mayo!
Mestizos is selling VIP tickets to their private dining room where you get a free top shelf margarita, your own private bartender, snacks, a swag bag, your own DJ and more! | More Info
The Velvet Cactus is celebrating Cinco De Mayo all weekend long! More Info
Los Reyes is celebrating with live music and plenty of margaritas! Their party starts at 11AM. | More Info
County Parish Line is playing at Caliente. They’ll have $3 tequila shots, giveaways and more. | More Info
Monday, May 6
The Little Village is hosting a wine dinner — 6 wines with 5 courses starting at 6:30PM. | More Info
Tuesday, May 7
It’s National Teachers Appreciation Day! Mason’s Grill is offering teachers happy hour prices all day from May 6 - May 10. | More Info
Wednesday, May 8
It’s Pint Night at the Bulldog. Drink beer, take your pint glass home!
Thursday, May 9
Club Blue – Young Professional Organization is hosting an Ice Cream Social with the Boys and Girls Club at 5PM, followed by a Happy Hour at Happy’s downtown. | More Info
Jackie’s Sweet Shapes is hosting a Mother’s Day Cookie Decorating Class at Light House Coffee! | More Info
Friday, May 10th:
Hot Art Cool Nights is happening in Mid City! Stroll down Jefferson and Government — or even take the shuttle to hop around local businesses for shopping, food, drinks and more! | More Info
Saturday, May 11
Grab your fresh veggies and more at the Red Stick Farmers Market! Open every Saturday from 8AM to 11AM | More Info
Start your Saturday morning with a FREE community yoga class at White Star Market at 10AM! | More Info
Sunday, May 12
Happy Mother’s Day! White Oak Plantation is hosting a Mother’s Day Brunch starting at 11AM | More Info
Monday, May 13
It’s National Public Gardens Week! You can see the new flowers blooming at the LSU Botanical Gardens from 9AM - 12PM | More Info
Tuesday, May 14
The new Red Stick Social has bowling specials every Tuesday — $3.33 per game and $3 shoes! | More Info
Wednesday, May 15
It’s Wine Wednesday every Wednesday at Reginelli’s! Enjoy $10 bottles of select wine ALL day when you dine in. | More Info
Thursday, May 16
We having our next Happy Hour Club Meet-Up with Kendra Scott at Perkins Rowe! They’ll have treats and drinks for us with a special discount! And you KNOW we’ll be grabbing drinks before! Join our group for all the details!
Good Eats Kitchen is celebrating their grand opening on Corporate Blvd! | More Info
Friday, May 17
Rebirth Brass Band is playing downtown at Live After 5 from 5-8PM! | More Info
Saturday, May 18
The Second Annual Baton Rouge Oyster Festival is happening downtown from 11AM to 8PM. It’s FREE! There will be eating, cooking, & shucking competitions as well as other local food. | More Info
Martin Wine Cellar is hosting its 3rd annual Vino Italiano Festival at 6PM. Sample over 20 of their favorite Italian wines along with meats, cheeses and light bites from their deli! | More Info
The Color Run is happening downtown at 8AM with a finish festival after. Get $5 off your ticket with code SOUTHERNFLAIRBLOG | More Info
Companion Animal Alliance is hosting its annual FUR BALL! Enjoy a cocktail buffet, open bar, live music, silent auction, photos with your pet on the red carpet and MORE! | More Info
Sunday, May 19
The Varsity Theatre shows Game Of Thrones on the BIG screen every Sunday night! Doors open at 6PM — no cover.
p.s. Here are the BEST places to Sunday Funday in Baton Rouge!
Monday, May 20
It’s National Pick Your Strawberries Day! Head to Heather’s Strawberry Patch to learn how to pick strawberries. | More Info
Tuesday, May 21
Mayor Sharon Weston Broome is partnering with BREC Parks to influence more dog park walking, so their hosting MOVE with the Mayor and Mordecai. | More Info
Wednesday, May 22
Wednesday nights are Trivia Nights at Creole Cabana starting at 7PM! | More Info
Thursday, May 23
Nur Medical Spa is opening their location in Bluebonnet Blvd. They are partnering with Moxi Boutique for their grand opening! | More Info
Friday, May 24
The annual Gonzales Jambalaya Festival is happening all weekend from 1PM to midnight. It’s FREE! | More Info
Saturday, May 25
Bayou Country Fest is back in Tiger Stadium this weekend! Headliners include Kenny Chesney and Jason Aldean. | More Info
Sunday, May 26
The 2nd annual Baton Rouge Soul Food Festival is this weekend. Enjoy Southern cuisine, live music on two stages, a Vendor’s Village, a judged Soul Food Cooking Competition & more! | More Info
Monday, May 27
It’s Memorial Day. Head downtown to see the Memorial Day Garden of Flags. The Blue Star Mothers of Baton Rouge and volunteers plant 11,000 American flags each year at the State Capitol.
Tuesday, May 28
Did you know Kids Eat Free on Tuesday’s at La Divina? Yep, 5-7 PM!
Wednesday, May 29
Bin Q hosts Wine & Whiskey night every Wednesday from 5-7PM. Taste fine wines and whiskies! It’s a FREE event. | More Info
Thursday, May 30
Ok, brides! Need a little inspiration for your wedding day? A Wedding Soiree is happening at Old Cook from 6:30-8:30PM. | More Info
Friday, May 31
The Baton Rouge Gallery is hosting Movies & Music on the Lawn from 8-10PM with bottomless popcorn! | More Info
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