Ministries. You should consult your tax advisor. Celebrate Christmas in the City of Central at the 34th Annual Christmas Parade! Vehicle registration, insurance and drivers license, Payment can be mailed into PO Box or payment online with a credit card. December 10: Cortana Kiwanis Christmas Parade: A favorite of downtown Baton Rouge residents (since 1948! blanket for snuggling. Our goal is to make it better with each new year. 5:30 pm8 pm nightly. Call 225.424.7085to discuss these and other ways you can help! Everything from decorated little redwagons and bicycles up to full floats may participate. 2022 Family Friendly Christmas Events in Baton Rouge and Beyond. 4:30 pm6:30 pm. $30, $25 for students and children. The same characters we know and love return to the stage:miserly Ebenezer Scrooge, and all those Christmas ghosts among them. Cortana Kiwanis Club and the Kiwanis Club of Cortana Baton Rouge Foundation, Inc announced that the 2022 Cortana Kiwanis Christmas Parade, will roll as scheduled through Downtown The parade takes credit for being a Top 10 Signature Project for Kiwanis International and also a Signature Project Winner for the Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee District. One of the oldest winter traditions in Baton Rouge is ice skating at the Raising Cane's River Center. Closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Safety Meeting: 5:30PM December 4: A Rural Life Christmas:One of the capital city's best-loved holiday traditions, LSU's Rural Life Museum's old-fashioned Louisiana Christmas celebration conjures up a century and a half of reminiscences on the grounds of the acclaimed museum. brcb.org. The street extravaganza takes place on a Saturday in early December. December 719: 13 Days of Merchmas: Beginning December 7, each day for thirteen days The Overpass Merchant will offer different specials, giveaways, and collaborations. If you have interest in the Christmas Parade, let us know NOW and join the Jones Creek Area Business Association. There was a problem saving your notification. December 13: Carols in the Garden: No better way to infuse oneself with Christmas spirit than by singing all the classic carols. Box 84174 Baton Rouge, LA 70884. Please dress in costume and bring non-perishable food donations for the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank which will lead the parade. Free. December 3: Broadmoor Christmas Parade: A beloved tradition in Baton Rouge's Broadmoor neighborhood, this parade features local school groups, antique cars, nonprofit organizations, and Santa Claus himself. Press Releases. Of course, Santa Claus will be in attendance and we are sure he will have a treat for those who donatefood items. December 4: West Baton Rouge Museum's Holiday Open House: Celebrate the season with traditional activities, art, music, and storytellingwhile snacking on gingerbread and hot cider. Cortana Kiwanis Christmas Parade is an annual occasion, bringing 80,000 spectators to Downtown Baton Rouge. December 4: Baton Rouge Symphony Christmas Brass Concert: With a backdrop of the Houmas House Plantation and Gardens grounds, the Baton Rouge Symphony presents a special brass and percussion concert featuring holiday favorites and custom arrangements. December 2: LSU Museum of Art Store Holiday Shopping Event: For the eighteenth year, the LSU MOA invites all to shop unique holiday gifts, local artwork, and more with a special deal of twenty percent off any one item, plus free gift wrap and raffle prizes. Shen Yun (Baton Rouge, LA) Jan 21, 2023 Baton Rouge, LA. Celebrate the holiday season with Baton Rouges annual Festival of Lights. Cortana Kiwanis Club and the Kiwanis Club of Cortana Baton Rouge Foundation, Inc announced that the 2021 Cortana Kiwanis Christmas Parade, will roll as scheduled through And in this part of the world, so is the long-running Baton Rouge Ballet Theatre production of The Nutcracker. operalouisiane.com. Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome throws beads into the crowd during the Kiwanis Christmas Parade, Saturday, December 11, 2021, as it rolls through downtown Baton Rouge, La. Kiwanis Club of Cortana Baton Rouge Foundation, Inc. members.cityofcentralchamber.com. 40-foot mega tree and two 25-foot trees synchronized to music. Dec 11, 2021 - 7:00 pm. The Cortana Kiwanis Club and the Kiwanis Club of Cortana Baton Rouge Foundation has canceled its 2020 Christmas Parade, which was scheduled to run through Downtown Baton Rouge on Dec. 12. 7:30pm Saturday; 3 pm Sunday. brec.org. Baton Rouge really seems to sparkle during the holiday season! Come join us! For participants in the parade, is there a required meeting? Theres no better place to celebrate the holiday season than in Baton Rouge, where holiday cheer meets Southern hospitality. December 911& 1518: Theatre Baton Rouge's "A Christmas Carol": Some classics are timeless for a reason, and this Dickens Christmas tradition is one of them. $10; children tenand younger free. westbatonrougemuseum.com. This seasonal extravaganza is a one-night-only event that takes place on November 30 and helps get the whole city in the spirit of Christmas. The parade is a family friendly event, and provides merriment and joy in each element of the evening. Kick off the holiday season at the Festival of Lights, where the lighting of the tree in the Town Square marks the beginning of the season. This year's Grand Marshall is Sheriff Sid Gautreaux. Millions of tiny white lights trace soaring Victorian trimwork and grace gallery posts to transform the entire town into a veritable winter wonderland for Christmas in the Country, as special activities throughout the extensive National Register-listed downtown Historic District provide fun for the whole family at this celebration of the season, a joyful alternative to mall madness. 7 pm. From light displays, to photos with Santa, to visions of sugar plums dancing in performances of The Nutcracker, Baton Rouge melds holiday cheer with Southern hospitality this time of year. Posted: Dec 5, 2022 / 10:02 PM CST. Big Buddy Christmas Shopping Spree Seasonal traditions, such as the downtown Christmas parade and ice skating at the Raising Canes River Center, contribute to the magic and bring joy to the entire family. The Christmas Paradealways hasa great turnout in participants and spectators! Santa Claus will be in attendance, and there will be shopping, plus food and beverages and fun for all ages. Also, the accommodations map can be helpful when booking a stay nearby. Celebrate the holiday season in Baton Rouge accordingly by learning more about local traditions, the best place to dine or cater your holiday meal and where to find gifts for everyone on your list. The parade starts at 5:30 pm from River Road at North Boulevard, proceeds to Convention, Fourth, Laurel, Sixth, Northland, and finishes at Lafayette. December 18: Celebrate Christmas with Opra Louisiane: Enjoyvariations from The Nutcracker and the holiday opera Amahl and the Night Visitor, with photo opportunities and hot chocolate to follow. The large crowds come early and stay late, shopping and eating before and after parade rolls. broadmoor-br.org. For information on the Broadmoor Christmas Parade (including the parade route map), check the Parade section of the website at. With free admission, the event is open to everyone. As you plan a holiday trip to Baton Rouge, here's a quick list of our most popular holiday events every year. Proceeds from the Christmas Parade support the annual Santa Road Show on Saturday, Dec. 18 at BREC Gus Young Gym from noon until 3 p.m. while supplies last, the Experience a real indoor ice skating rink, ice slides, carnival rides, Santa and friends, Gingerbread houses, decorated trees and more! Other questions:subscriberservices@theadvocate.com. December 4: Light up the Holidays: The Poydras Center in New Roads will light up for the season at this event hosted by the Arts Council of Pointe Coupee, with festive food and drinks, potential to win door prizes, and liveholiday performances. Candle-lit historicbuildings decorated with freshly cut greenery serve as an atmospheric backdrop for costumed re-enactorsrecreating the Christmas festivities of the nineteenth century. Reviews for Cortana Kiwanis Baton Rouge Christmas Parade Reveler Reviews (0) Festivals Near Baton Rouge, LA. Corvette Club Car Show benefiting St. Jude Childrens Hospital $25$160. (Click to see the interview. Check the calendar below for this year's dates and more information! With a Christmas procession that many residents said made them nostalgic for community events and parades of the past, Baton rouge residents were finally able to get out and enjoy each other's company even if the rain tried to dampen the fun. December 3: Home for the Holidays Concert: The Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra will fill the River Center Theatrewith holiday music from favorites like The Polar Express, The Nutcracker, and Home Alone, and invite the audience to carol and sing along. brso.org. A portion of your support of the Christmas Parade may be tax deductible. 6:30 pm. theoverpassmerchant.com. It has become one of the largest privately organized Christmas Parades in the greater Baton Rouge area. 1. Papa Noel will make an appearance to host a game of "Find the Elves!" Gingerbread house making, s'mores, hot chocolate, sneaux, and much more. We also collect donations of food and canned goods to help thoseless fortunate. Phone: (225) 424-7085 Email: elf@christmasinbr.com P.O. Enjoy free ice skating and play in six tons of real snow at the Snow Village. brzoo.org. The parade is a family friendly event, and provides merriment and joy Visitors are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item for theGreater Baton Rouge Food Bank. Greg Daigle, Sasha Masakowski, and Bill Grimes, alongside a fifteen-piece jazz ensemble. Hallowheel benefiting kids with disabilities Holiday Events in Baton Rouge. Facebook; Twitter Baton Rouge really seems to sparkle during the holiday season! The parade is paired with the Delmont Village Winter Wonderland where the family can immerse themselves in the bright glow of night lights and Christmas magic. December 20: Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland: The River Center Theatre welcomes the mystifying performance of Cirque Musica to its stageopening the door to a wonderland of dazzling delights created by the world's greatest cirque performers to a backdrop of symphonic music. Every year, more than 80,000 people watch the parade live and thousands more enjoy it on television through the holiday season. Join tens of thousands of spectators for the vibrant holiday parade in Downtown Baton Rouge. The holidays in Baton Rouge are magical. Spend the Holidays in Baton Rouge | Holiday Lights & Ice Skating Seasonal activities traditional to South Louisiana, such as blacksmithing, doll making, candle dipping, and rosary making, make this ghost of Christmas Past all the more evocative. Esoese, who is originally from Nigeria and moved to Baton Rouge in 2019, said he was excited to see the community out and about as he hasn't gotten to experience many city events due to COVID-19. Hundreds gathered in downtown Baton Rouge Saturday night, braving the wet and windy weather for the Cortana Kiwanis Christmas Parade, which was back after a pandemic hiatus. B.U.G. Greater Baton Rouge area Christmas parades rolling in December 2022. If you would like to be in the parade we certainly would welcome your participation. Bring your gift list: lots of handmade things will be available for sale. All Rights Reserved. The days festivities will conclude with a procession to a traditional Louisiana bonfire to await the appearance of Papa Nol. Baton Rouge, LA 70802 Phone: 225-389-5140 Email District 10. This event listing provided for the Baton Rouge community events calendar. Free. Space will be limited for each timeframe so be sure to make your plans early! December 2: Festival of Lights at North Boulevard Town Square:Downtown Baton Rouge's oldest holiday tradition returns to takeover downtown, transforming it into a winter wonderland of lights, carols, and magic. Tour of Facility: 5:00PM Hundreds gathered in downtown Baton Rouge Saturday night, braving the wet and windy weather for the Cortana Kiwanis Christmas Parade, which 800 LA ROUGE | 225-383-1825 The Parade is a celebration and a great way to connect with the community. 10 am and 1 pm. 6 pm. 1 pm5 pm. Yes, there is a required safety meeting for all participants. Around them, distinguished artisans perform living history demonstrations. The original 'parade' idea started out on July 4th, but it was so hotand steamy that this date was used only once and then it was decided to go with a winter event. November 14January 9:Holiday Wreath Contest at the Library: Submit your most festive wreath to the Ascension Parish Library by December 9, and vote for your favorites between December 1016. 7:30 pm9:30 pm. You especially cant miss the Christmas Eve bonfires on the levee, where dozens of bonfires are ignited to light the way for Papa Noel, the Cajun Santa Claus. B.R. 247 Florida St. Baton Rouge, LA 70801 | (225) 389-5520, Office | (225) 389-5523 Fax | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm M-F, Copyright 2019 Downtown Development District, COVID-19 Business and Community Resources. 2018 Broadmoor Residents' Association. manshiptheatre.org. Log in. By the way, if you wish to witness the Battle of Bands, you should come earlier, as it's scheduled for 4 pm. myapl.org. Defibrillators for Local Schools Our broadcast airs throughout the state, on television and online, thanks to Cox Communications Louisiana and WAFB-TV, and receives significant coverage on local iHeartMedia, Guaranty Media and Cumulus Media radio stations. Pick up your gifts from one of Baton Rouge's thousands of national and local retailers. 7:30 pm both nights. December 910: "Simply Having a Wonderful Christmas Time" at the Manship: Local performers Mike Esneault, Don Vappie, Keith Simoneaux, Clarence Johnson III, David Ellis, Victoria Cave, Brandy Johnson, Margaret Fowler Milam, and Ed Perkins come together on the Manship stage for a celebration of the holiday classicsespecially the hits from the 1970s, '80s, and '90s. The meetings are open to prospective members and include lunch, a guest speaker, and an update on the Association as well as the business community and Baton Rouge in general. Tickets go on sale late summer 2021. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Junior League Members of the Madison Prep marching band participate in a 'battle of the bands' before the start of the Kiwanis Christmas Parade, Saturday, December 11, 2021, as it rolls through downtown Baton Rouge, La. Touch A Truck sponsored by B.R. 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