BATON ROUGE, La. (LOUISIANA WEEKEND) – It’s the weekend before Christmas and there’s plenty to do in and around Baton Rouge. Check out our guide to the best events happening this weekend. We have events for families, and for adults only.
Snow and sparkle in holiday lights
Enjoy a 5-ton snow pit, glitter performers, music, food trucks and photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus. It is an event for families. Bring waterproof shoes to play in the snow. Bring a camera to take photos with Santa.
When: Thursday, December 15, 2022, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, December 15, 2022 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Baton Rouge General, 8585 Picardy Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Cost: $5. Get your tickets HERE
Diamonds Are Forever Christmas Party 2022
It’s a great holiday party for classic ladies and gentlemen looking for holiday glitz and glamour. Attire is cocktail/semi-formal
When: Friday, December 16, 2022, from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Where: Baton Rouge Gallery, 1515 Dalrymple Dr. Baton Rouge, LA
Cost: Tickets range from $25 to $750. Get your tickets HERE
Amahl and night visitors
This event is presented by Opera Louisiane. This show is based on the Italian folktales of the Nativity and Epiphany. Gian Carlo Menotti’s Amahl and the Night Visitor tells the story of the Magi from the point of view of a crippled boy named Amahl who lives in Bethlehem.
When: Saturday, December 17, 2022, at 7:30 p.m
Sunday, December 18, 2022, at 3:00 p.m
Where: Manship Theatre, Lafayette St., Baton Rouge
Price: $10 – $35 Get tickets HERE
Holiday Bliss Capital’s Christmas Experience
This is the final blow of the Holidays. The dress code is bow ties and trendy Christmas colors. Live music by the Universal Language Band, as well as music by DJ Rod B and DJ Pleasure. It was presented by CW Productions, the same company that hosted The Harlem Nights Affair.
When: Saturday, December 17, 2022, 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Where: Chelsea’s Live, 1010 Nicholson Drive, Baton Rouge, LA
Price: Tickets range from $20 to $30. Get your tickets HERE
Watch our interview with organizer Chris Crawford HERE
The Nutcracker – A Bayou Tale
This show is presented by the Baton Rouge Ballet.
When: December 17, 2022 and December 18, 2022, 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Where: Raising Cane’s River Center Theater, 396 Saint Louis Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Price: $30 – $90 Get tickets HERE
Cirque Music Holiday Wonderland
It’s a magical musical journey full of holiday spirit. The audience will be captivated by acrobats, aerialists and holiday cheer.
When: Tuesday, December 20, 2022, at 7:30 p.m
Where: Raising Cane’s River Center Theater, 396 Saint Louis Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Price: Tickets from $25. Get your tickets HERE
Ice Skating on the River
Raising Cane’s River Center will magically transform into an icy Winter Wonderland for an unforgettable ice skating experience.
When: Friday 16 December 2022 to 3 January 2023
Where: Raising Cane’s River Center, 275 South River Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Cost: $20. Discounts are available for groups of 10 and over. Get your tickets HERE
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