Monday October 30, 2023
Peter Kolkay at the School of Music
Bassoon artist and pedagogue Peter Kolkay of Vanderbilt University will travel to LSU to perform some new works by contemporary composers. The performance is at the Recital Hall in the Music Building at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free.
LSU Men’s Basketball “Boo Up” Exhibition Game
The LSU Men’s Basketball will host a game against Louisiana Christian Wildcats Men’s Basketball in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center. Doors open at 6 p.m., and the game begins at 7 p.m. There will be candy for the kids, a halftime Halloween contest and a post-game autograph signing. Admission is free to the public and LSU students.
Tuesday October 31, 2023
Boo With the Krewe Festival
Phi Gamma Sigma Youth presents Boo with the Krewe Festival: a free Halloween festival with carnival activities and family-friendly entertainment. The festival will be located in the “V” section between Scotland Avenue and Scenic Highway from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Admission is free.
Rated Rouge Halloween Social
Studio 9 Production and A-List present Rated Rouge: a Halloween costume party live at Red Stick Social starting at 7 p.m. Costume Karaoke will be hosted from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m., and presale tickets can be purchased at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rated-rouge-halloween-costume-experience-tickets-717463842667
Wednesday November 1, 2023
A Baton Rouge Haunted House Tour
Red Stick Adventures is hosting its reoccurring “ghost hunt” through the historic downtown district starting at 7 p.m. Join in on a guided bus tour of documented haunted sites and the occasional spooky story. Tickets can be purchased at https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/allaboutbatonrougetours/items/330155/calendar/2023/10/?flow=621586&a=yes&full-items=yes
First Wednesday Opening Reception at Baton Rouge Gallery
Baton Rouge Gallery will be hosting its monthly first Wednesday opening reception for its most recent exhibit, featuring the works of local and regional artists. The reception is from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. This event is open to the public and free of charge.
Thursday November 2, 2023
Orchestra at the River Center
Maestro Adam Johnson will lead the Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra in the performance of classics by Beethoven and Rachmaninoff. The performance starts at 7:30 p.m. and features a Baton Rouge premiere of Carlos Simon’s “Breathe”. Tickets start at $19 and can be purchased at brso.org.
Community Bike Ride with Geaux Ride
Geaux Ride will be hosting its weekly installment of a bike ride through the historic downtown district. The meeting location is their headquarters on 521 North Third Street. Meet at 7 p.m., and the ride begins at 7:45 p.m. You can bring your own bike or rent one from Geaux Ride for $25.
Friday November 3, 2023
“Roe” at Reilly Theatre
LSU College of Music & Dramatic Arts presents “Roe,” written by the acclaimed Lisa Loomer, who chronicles the personal journeys of those involved in the landmark 1973 case, Roe v. Wade. The show is at Reilly Theatre and starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at https://www.lsu.edu/cmda/.
Daft Punk Night at Chelsea’s Live
Chelsea’s Live presents a night of socializing and dancing inspired by the hits of the French electronic music duo Daft Punk. Doors open at 9 p.m., and the show begins at 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased in advance at chelseaslive.com
Saturday November 4, 2023
Public Session at Skate Galaxy
Skate Galaxy will host a mixed music public session from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Come out for an afternoon of skating and fun. Admission is $8, skate rental is $4, and food can be purchased inside the skating rink.
Gem, Amethyst, Rock and Fossil Sale
The Baton Rouge Marriot at 5500 Hilton Avenue will be hosting various vendors selling varieties of gems, amethysts, rocks, and/or fossils. The sale is from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thousands of specimens from around the world will be sold. Parking is free, and cash is the preferred payment method, though a credit card is accepted.
Sunday November 5, 2023
Soulful Sunday at Beauvoir Park
Be Positive presents another installation of Soulful Sunday, with a performance from the Tyler Tisdale Band at Beauvoir Park. Join for an afternoon of libations, live music, and delicious food from Chow Yum Phat. The doors open at 2 p.m., and showtime is at 3 p.m. Kids enter free; tickets for adults are $10 and can be purchased at:
https://bontempstix.com/events/soulful-sunday-at-beauvoir-park-with-the-tyler-tisdale-band-11-5-2023
First Free Sunday in Baton Rouge
Enjoy free admission to local museums on the first Sunday of every month. This offering is a great way to include learning about local art, culture, and history in your weekend outing. Participating museums include:
Louisiana Art & Science Museum
Louisiana’s Old State Capitol
LSU Museum of Art
LSU Center for River Studies
