Downtown Development District & A Passion for Progress

A Passion for Progress

NEXT DDD MEETING

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10TH @ 8 AM

MESSAGE FROM THE DDD

HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS

EVENTS HAPPENING ON HALLOWEEN NIGHT

Downtown is the ultimate Halloween destination this year! Here are some Halloween night events you can attend:

Starting off with Rave Beyond the Grave at The Basin, where the night will be alive with bright colors, electrifying music and dance performances to get into the Halloween spirit.

The Fallen's Halloween Party:Angels vs. Devils at Violet is the perfect place to bring out your most creative attire in the ultimate costume face-off between good and evil!

Check out the Halloween Karma Ball at Chelsea's Live for an event filled with live entertainment, a costume contest and so much fun!

Brickyard South is hosting a Halloween event with a performance from The Rhythm Apostles along with a cash prize costume contest and drink specials!

Lastly, get the best scaring of your life on Halloween night at the 13th Gate Haunted House!

Each event brings a distinct flavor to Halloween making Downtown the place to be on this spooky night of fun! Click the event link below to view the events and buy tickets.

EVENTS

DOWNTOWN EVENTS

FUN FESTIVALS THIS WEEKEND

This weekend, Downtown Baton Rouge is the place to be! Join us for a weekend packed with excitement at two incredible events: the Louisiana Book Festival and the Cap City Beer Fest. Head over to the Louisiana Book Festival on Saturday and see special guest, Steve Gleason while experiencing the world of literature at this highly anticipated event that brought in over 23,000 people in 2023. Cap City Beer Fest will take place on Sunday and is another highly anticipated family-friendly event with samples of craft brews, live music while experiencing the vibrant downtown atmosphere. Do not miss out on a weekend of fun, friends, and festivities!

DOWNTOWN FLAVORS

FALL FLAVORS DOWNTOWN

Experience the flavors of fall in Downtown Baton Rouge with delicious offerings that capture the season's best! Enjoy The Vintage's signature creations like their cozy Pumpkin Spice Latte, Nutella Cold Brew or the Sweet Potato Chai Latte are the perfect pairing for a crisp autumn day. Stop by Starbucks for their iconic Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew or try the new Iced Apple Crisp Oatmilk Shaken Espresso along with their sweet fall treats for a refreshing twist on fall flavor. PJ's Coffee is also serving seasonal favorites, including a Pumpkin Latte and Banana Foster Cold Brew. Do not forget to pick up fall-themed treats and ingredients at Matherne's Market to bring those seasonal flavors home with you. Celebrate fall by exploring all the tasty flavors Downtown has to offer!

UPCOMING DOWNTOWN WEEKEND EVENTS

For a full list of downtown weekend events, please follow the link to our event calendar below!

FRI 01 NOV

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LAF ENCORE PARTY

The Queen Casino

You thought Live After Five was done!? Think again! We are partnering with The Queen Baton Rouge to bring you Shaun Ward Xperience this Friday, November 1st at The Queen! Doors open at 8pm, show starts at 9pm.

SAT 02 NOV

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PIRATE PROM

USS KIDD

Dress in your finest pirate attire or come as you are-everyone is welcome! This unique social event will feature a live DJ, delicious dinner buffet, cash bar and just for fun, a treasure hunt. Tickets are $40 and must be purchased online.

SUN 03 NOV

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SPILLWAY PILOT ENCORE SCREENING

Manship Theatre

Come out to the Manship Theatre and watch this crime series set in south Louisiana starring Damon Lipari as Detective Jack Landry. Tickets are $12.50 and can be purchased online.

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