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Weekend Events!
What's happening Downtown this weekend?
Check out our Weekend Events list to keep tabs on what's hot downtown each week! For more info, visit our site at the link below!

http://downtownbatonrouge.org/

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ZZ Top at the River Center Theatre
The "little ol' band from Texas", ZZ Top makes a special small venue appearance in Baton Rouge's River Center Theatre on Tuesday, May 5 at 7:30PM. Don't miss the chance to see ZZ Top in a close and intimate setting at the Baton Rouge River Center Theater!

Tuesday, May 5, 7:30PM
220 St. Louis Street


Boz Scaggs at the River Center Theatre
Boz Scaggs live in concert is presented by Jefferson Performing Arts Society. Boz Scaggs will perform all his hit songs and more at the River Center Theater on Wednesday, May 6th at 8PM. Tickets are now on sale!

Wednesday, May 6, 8PM
220 St. Louis Street


Disney on Ice presents Frozen
Enter a fantastical winter wonderland beyond all imagination at Disney On Ice presents Frozen! You'll be magically whisked away into the wintery world of Arendelle, where you will be dazzled by amazing special effects and astonishing skating. Sing and dance along to inspiring songs, including "Let It Go." Join royal sisters Elsa and Anna, the hilarious snowman Olaf, Kristoff, his loyal reindeer Sven and the mystical trolls as they journey to discover that true love is ultimately the most magical power of all!

Thursday, May 7, 7PM
Friday, May 8, 10:30AM & 7PM
Saturday, May 9, 11AM, 3PM, & 7PM
Sunday, May 10, 1:30PM & 6PM
275 River Road South


Live After Five - Startisan & West Without
Live after Five in Downtown Baton Rouge is the Capital City's premier FREE outdoor concert series. The Spring season continues with Baton Rouge Rock/Pop band Startisan! Live After Five Concerts are held on Fridays from 5PM-8PM in North Boulevard Town Square under the award winning Crest sculpture. Make sure to check out the LINE-UP because you aren't going to want to miss a show!

Friday, May 8, 5PM
North Boulevard Town Square


George Bell & Friends at Manship
George Bell is back at the Manship Theatre for another unforgettable evening of smooth jazz. He has put together an all star line up of jazz musicians for this special performance: Herman Jackson, Harry Anderson, Thaddeus Richard, Todd Duke, Greg Ward, Quianna Lynell, and Betsy Brand. Don't miss out on this regularly sold-out performance!

Wednesday, May 6th, 7:30PM
100 Lafayette Street


Happys 5000 5K
Welcome to the 6th Annual Happys5000 (5k) Run/Walk/Crawl... also known as The Downtown Spectacular 5000 Meter Road Race. This event mixes Music+Food+Art+Exercise to create a very unique participant experience. Dont miss this great event taking place in North Boulevard Town Square on May 9th!

Saturday, May 9, 5PM
North Boulevard Town Square


Matherne's Market Specials
Matherne's Market Weekly Specials! Click the link to view the flyer!

Monday - Saturday, 7AM- 9PM
Sunday, 8AM - 8PM
440 Third Street


MPAC
Join 225 at the Shaw Center for the Arts downtown for the return of MPAC! Each floor of the arts center will offer a different musical performance and cuisine during this dazzling event. Sample culinary delights from Ruffino's Catering while visiting each art gallery and grooving to the music of DJ Jager, DM + ASKTHETHOMASBROS, Charlston Bourgeois, The Gilis Silo, Jason Martin and back by popular demand, a live DJ battle between DJ Push Play and DJ 2EZ. The attire for the night is All White. MPAC will again be the hottest party Baton Rouge has ever seen-don't miss out!

Thursday, May 7, 7:30PM
100 Lafayette Street


Mother's Day Gift Shop Hop
Visit downtown museum shops: LSU Museum of Art, Louisiana's Old State Capitol, Capital Park Museum Gift Shop, USS Kidd, Louisiana Art & Science Museum, Magnolia Mound, and Shop at the Top: Louisiana State Capitol. Register to win a gift basket of items from all participating stores and enjoy a 25% discount on the purchase of any one time at each museum shop!

May 8 & 9


Sunday in the Park - Caesar Brothers
Sunday in the Park is a series of five consecutive, FREE outdoor concerts in North Boulevard Town Square. Join the Arts Council in celebrating the final concert of the Spring season with the Caesar Brothers!

Sunday, May 10, 2PM-5PM
North Boulevard Town Square


Live WFC MMA at the Belle
Fights will feature Thanh Le, Kyle Bradley, Josh Davila and Thomas Webb. The doors open at 7PM and the fights begins at 8PM. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at the hotel lobby Gift Shoppe or on the 2nd deck of the casino. VIP seats are $50, Advanced General Admission are $25 and $30 at the door.

Saturday, May 9, 7PM
103 France Street


Art After Hours: From Clay to Bronze
Outdoor public art is often cast in bronze using what is known as the lost-wax process. Brad Bourgoyne, whose artwork is on view in the Soupçon Gallery as part of From Clay to Bronze Revisited, will discuss this age-old casting method and the possibilities offered by incorporating 3D computer technology with this practice. Enjoy complimentary wine and hors d'oeuvres with admission.

Thursday May 7, 5:30PM
100 River Road


Cinco de Mayo at Lucy's
Head to Lucy's Retired Surfer Bar this afternoon to celebrate Cinco de Mayo with 5 cent margaritas for 5 minutes at 5 o'clock. While at Lucy's, register for a chance to win tickets to the MPAC event at the Shaw Center this Thursday!

Tuesday, May 5, 5PM
151 Third Street


Red Stick Farmer's Market
Give mom a break from cooking this week; come on out to the market this Saturday, May 9, and pick up some colorful produce and fresh protein to cook mom the perfect Mother's Day meal. Farmers and food artisans will have a wide selection of root vegetables, leafy greens, wild-caught shrimp & fish, vegetable plants, native wines, prepared soups, jasmine rice, fresh eggs, artisan breads, baked sweets and more. May is garden month, so stop by the coffee booth to sign up for garden giveaways. Local vendors will be offering a variety of flowers ranging from sunflowers to antique roses perfect for spoiling all of the mothers out there. This week's Fresh from the Market cooking demonstration will feature our very own Chef Celeste Gill. The demonstration will take place inside Main Street Market at 10AM in the North Street seating area featuring fresh and local ingredients from the market in seasonal recipes. Pick up some cooking tips and sample her dish this Saturday.

Every Saturday, 8AM-Noon
Corner of 5th and Main Streets





For a full listing of upcoming events, visit our website.


247 Florida St.  |  Baton Rouge, LA 70801  |  (225) 389-5520 Office (225) 389-5523 Fax  |  8:00 a.m. - 5 p.m. M-F


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