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BEST OF 225 VOTING
Vote for DTBR businesses using link below!

Now is the perfect time to rally behind your beloved downtown favorites by voting for them in the Best of 225 of 2024! The ballot opened on February 27th and will continue to accept votes until April 3rd. This is your opportunity to endorse everything from the finest new restaurant to your most cherished live music venue.

With just under four weeks remaining, we urge you to make your voice count by voting for your downtown favorites. Remember to spread the word and encourage your friends to join in casting their votes too!

Thank you for backing DTBR businesses, let's ensure this year's Best of 225 is one to remember. Cast your vote using the link below!

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HOLI FESTIVAL THIS WEEKEND!
HOLI FESTIVAL

Join everyone downtown on Saturday, March 9th from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. for the Holi Festival, a vibrant celebration of colors, harmony, and love! This Indian Festival event, which attracts individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds in the Louisiana community, promises to be an unforgettable experience of friendship and festivity!



HOLI FESTIVAL 2024
DISTRICT DIGEST
DISTRICT DIGEST
Exciting News! Read into the latest insights about Downtown Baton Rouge's growth and potential! The Downtown Development District, in collaboration with the International Downtown Association, has just unveiled The Value of U.S. Downtowns and Center Cities Report. Discover how DTBR is labeled as an "emerging" downtown, full of opportunities for expansion and development.

Delve into the full report for comprehensive data on demographics, statistics, and more, providing a clear picture of our downtown's value. Read the full digest using the link below and stay tuned as Whitney Hoffman Sayal, DDD Executive Director, breaks down key points from the study in a multi-part series!



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GET READY FOR LIVE AFTER 5!
SPRING 2024 LIVE AFTER FIVE
Get ready to groove at Live After Five returning this April 2024! From brass bands to blues legends, this season's lineup promises diverse music showcasing Baton Rouge's vibrant culture. Join the party downtown at Rhorer Plaza every Friday from April 12th to May 24th, 5 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., for an unforgettable celebration of community and music. Mark your calendars and don't miss out on the fun!
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UPCOMING DOWNTOWN WEEKEND EVENTS
For a full list of downtown weekend events, please follow the link to our event calendar below!


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ST. JAMES 72 ND ANNUAL GUMBO
St. James Episcopal Church
Join St. James Episcopal Church on March 8th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for their 72nd Annual Gumbo event! Indulge in delicious gumbo while enjoying dine-in, take-out, or drive-thru options.
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REBIRTH BRASS BAND
Chelsea's Live
Don't miss out on an electrifying night of music at Chelsea's Live this Friday! Catch the legendary Rebirth Brass Band and THEBROSFRESH live, with doors opening at 8 p.m. and the show starting at 9 p.m.
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WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY?
Raising Cane's River Center Theatre

Don't miss the hilarious "Whose Live Anyway" improvisational comedy show on March 11th at 7:30 p.m., featuring a stellar lineup of seasoned comedians, including original cast members from the hit TV show "Whose Line Is It Anyway?"

EVENT CALENDAR

 
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