Shen Yun (Baton Rouge, LA) Jan 21, 2023 Baton Rouge, LA. December 10: Let It Sneaux: Santa is coming to BREC's Perkins Road Community Park, and he is bringing all the goodies with him. On Saturday, Dec. 11 beginning at 5:30 p.m. in Downtown Baton Rouge the Cortana Kiwanis Christmas Parade will roll. "It's bigger and better because it's been so long since we had one, it's been so long and so it's a nice turnout," Young said. Defibrillators for Local Schools Join us at our Holiday Lights display, a first of its kind in Baton Rouge, where our lawn is transformed into a twinkling, singing and musically synchronized light display the whole family will enjoy. The Cortana Kiwanis Club meets every Thursday from 7:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. at the Piccadilly on South Sherwood in Baton Rouge. The Cortana Kiwanis Club and the Kiwanis Club of Cortana Baton Rouge Foundation has canceled its 2020 Christmas Parade, which was scheduled to run through Downtown Baton Rouge on Dec. 12. Touch A Truck sponsored by B.R. Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome throws beads into the crowd during the Kiwanis Christmas Parade, Saturday, December 11, 2021, as it rolls through downtown Baton Rouge, La. Big Buddy Christmas Shopping Spree There is a charge of $20.00 for the meal payable to JCABA via cash or check. December 10: Christmas Movie Night at Jambalaya Park: Volunteer Ascension presents its annual movie night at Jambalaya Park, featuring a screening of Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause with concessions, face painting and balloon art. The Christmas Paradealways hasa great turnout in participants and spectators! Free. Safety Meeting: 5:30PM World-class dancers, the Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra, and over three hundred local children participate in this city-wide artistic act of holiday love. Everything from decorated little redwagons and bicycles up to full floats may participate. The annual parades include everything from beautifully designed floats, marching bands, costumed canines, lawn mower-pushing krewes and dancing for all to enjoy! Get here early so you dont miss out on any of the fun and snag a front-row seat to a fun-filled Baton Rouge Mardi Gras parade. Baton Rouge, LA 70802 Phone: 225-389-5140 Email District 10. Every year, more than 80,000 people watch the parade live and thousands more enjoy it on television through the holiday season. "It's a welcome development because I can see the joy and everybody's happy," Esoese said. Perhaps the most wonderful thing about this parade is the fundraising aspect, which supports charitable projects right here in Baton Rouge via the Cortana Kiwanis Foundation. The street extravaganza takes place on a Saturday in early December. "It's way more family-oriented," Baton Rouge resident Aisha Robbins said. Thus was 'born' the Jones Creek Business Association's (JCABA) Annual Christmas Parade. Reviews for Cortana Kiwanis Baton Rouge Christmas Parade Reveler Reviews (0) Festivals Near Baton Rouge, LA. Phone: (225) 424-7085 Email: elf@christmasinbr.com P.O. In 2021, our Grand Marshal was Jay Grymes, Chief Meteorologist with WAFB Channel 9. Sign up for information on Downtown Events, Developments, Meeting Agendas and more! 800 LA ROUGE | 225-383-1825 The Kiwanis Christmas Parade passes in front of the Raising Cane's River Center, Saturday, December 11, 2021, as it rolls through downtown Baton Rouge, La. The Cortana Parade is the largest televised Christmas parade in the Greater Baton Rouge area, and it draws attendees from all over South Louisiana, Alabama, Texas and Mississippi. Experience the magic beneath the 25-foot Christmas tree in North Boulevard Town Square. If you have interest in the Christmas Parade, let us know NOW and join the Jones Creek Area Business Association. Your browser is not supported for this experience.We recommend using Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari. November 1, 2022 by Baton Rouge Family Fun. manshiptheatre.org. theatrebr.org. During intermission, grab a photo with Mr. Claus. Of course, Santa November 29November 30: Cool Winter Nights and Hot Jazz:For the eleventh year, The Manship Theatre will bring a broad assortment ofjazz talents to the stage foritsCool Winter Nights and Hot Jazz concert. December 4: A Rural Life Christmas:One of the capital city's best-loved holiday traditions, LSU's Rural Life Museum's old-fashioned Louisiana Christmas celebration conjures up a century and a half of reminiscences on the grounds of the acclaimed museum. The links are listed in the External Resources below. 7:30 pm both nights. This tradition is dear to the city because Louisiana temperatures make ice-skating. Don't miss this festiveperformance, featuring Herman Jackson, Harry Anderson, Andy Bourgeois, Ray Mouton, Greg Ward, Betsy Braud, and Hilda Trenise Gautier, and Quiana Lynellplus a few other surprises. 7:30 pm both nights. 10 am and 1 pm. Our Lady of the Lake Childrens Hospital And in this part of the world, so is the long-running Baton Rouge Ballet Theatre production of The Nutcracker. Free. Recommended Seasonal Festivals. Closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Where Christmas events are happening in Baton Rouge, surronding areas by: Trinity Velazquez. raisingcanesrivercenter.com. Call 225.424.7085to discuss these and other ways you can help! December 10: Cortana Kiwanis Christmas Parade: A favorite of downtown Baton Rouge residents (since 1948! Join tens of thousands of spectators for the vibrant holiday parade in Downtown Baton Rouge. downtownbatonrouge.org. You can either fill out the registration form on the website, or print out these documents and email them to elf@christmasinbr.com: Kiwanis Club of Cortana Baton Rouge Foundation, Inc. BATON ROUGE, La. The following items need to be turned to reserve your spot in the parade. Feel the love during four performances: 2 pm and 6 pm each day at the River Center Ballroom. 6 pm10 pm. theoverpassmerchant.com. All the food items collected will be given to the food pantry immediately after the parade and then distributed to those in need by S.E. Holiday Events in Baton Rouge. The original 'parade' idea started out on July 4th, but it was so hotand steamy that this date was used only once and then it was decided to go with a winter event. Others experiencing the parade for the first time were impressed with the scope of the event despite the difficult weather. December 1718: The Nutcracker: A Tale from the Bayou:The"Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy" melody is intertwined with the holiday season. Gingerbread house making, s'mores, hot chocolate, sneaux, and much more. "The spirit of Christmas is about togetherness, bringing everybody together and everybody doing their part to spread joy.". $10$35. (Click to see the interview. Celebrate the holiday season with Baton Rouges annual Festival of Lights. Free. Our broadcast airs throughout the state, on television and online, thanks to Cox Communications Louisiana and WAFB-TV, and receives significant coverage on local iHeartMedia, Guaranty Media and Cumulus Media radio stations. Log in. Free. 5:30pm. Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70808. In 2021, this event is open for 12 days (closed on Dec. 23 and 24) with two sessions per day a morning timed entry and an evening one. Winter Christmas Parades & Civic. Facebook; Twitter Circle K District Convention December 10: Ascension Parish "Stroll on the Square": Usher in the season with a Christmas Tree lighting in Gonzales's Louisiana Square. lsumoa.org. $45. The Cortana Parade is the largest televised Christmas parade in the Greater Baton Rouge area, and it draws attendees from all over South Louisiana, Alabama, Texas and Mississippi. Phone: (225) 424-7085Email: elf@christmasinbr.comP.O. Hundreds gathered in downtown Baton Rouge Saturday night, braving the wet and windy weather for the Cortana Kiwanis Christmas Parade, which December 7: Sierra Nevada Stocking Stuffer, December 10: Family Wedding: Early Dismissal. A portion of your financial support could be tax deductible as a charitable contribution. Enjoy the display until January 9. Ticketmaster or (225) 766-8379, or at the River Center Box Office. $30, $25 for students and children. B.R. You especially cant miss the Christmas Eve bonfires on the levee, where dozens of bonfires are ignited to light the way for Papa Noel, the Cajun Santa Claus. Enjoy music, arts, the Bethlehem Village, Reindeer Run, Santa at the Old State Capitol and so much more. This event listing provided for the Baton Rouge community events calendar. The North Baton Rouge Christmas Parade will hold its inaugural night parade starting at 6 p.m. on Saturday, December 17th. Press Releases. Kick off the holiday season at the Festival of Lights, where the lighting of the tree in the Town Square marks the beginning of the season. Over the years, this tradition has become a local favorite community celebration. Box 84174Baton Rouge, LA 70884, Copyright 2023 Cortana Kiwanis Christmas Parade. The Christmas Parade always occurs on the second Sunday in December from 2:30 - 4:00 PM. From the downtown Christmas Parade and Festival of Lights to Ice Skating in the Phone: (225) 424-7085Email: elf@christmasinbr.comP.O. 2 pm4 pm. Come join us! This seasonal extravaganza is a one-night-only event that takes place on November 30 and helps get the whole city in the spirit of Christmas. members.cityofcentralchamber.com. Location: Coca-Cola Bottling Company Christmas parade returns to downtown Baton Rouge after pandemic hiatus: 'It's bigger and better'. Jones Creek Area Business Association 5805 Jones Creek Rd. 10am5pm. The Kiwanis Christmas Parade passes in front of the Raising Cane's River Center, Saturday, December 11, 2021, as it rolls through downtown Baton Rouge, La. It's an experience designed to foster lifelong holiday memories for the entire family. December 719: 13 Days of Merchmas: Beginning December 7, each day for thirteen days The Overpass Merchant will offer different specials, giveaways, and collaborations. "This is great, especially for the kids because they miss out on a lot.". Experience a real indoor ice skating rink, ice slides, carnival rides, Santa and friends, Gingerbread houses, decorated trees and more! At the farm, meet some friendly animals, and catch a ride on the Toyland Express Train. Broadmoor Residents Association will be hosting the annual Broadmoor Christmas parade. From light displays, to photos with Santa, to visions of sugar plums dancing in performances of The Nutcracker, Baton Rouge melds holiday cheer with Southern hospitality this time of year. Afterwards, grab a photo with the big guy in the Old State Capitol for "Santa in the Senate" from 6:30 pm8:30 pm, try your hand (er feet) at ice skating in Repentance Park or swirl amongst the flurries in the Snow Village, and mingle with localvendors while searching for the perfect Christmas gift in the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge'sArtists Village. Seasonal activities traditional to South Louisiana, such as blacksmithing, doll making, candle dipping, and rosary making, make this ghost of Christmas Past all the more evocative. 5:30 pm. Some residents took notice of just how different the parade looked from years past. visitlasweetspot.com. The street extravaganza takes place on a Saturday in Box 84174 Baton Rouge, LA 70884. 11 am. December 3: Broadmoor Christmas Parade: A beloved tradition in Baton Rouge's Broadmoor neighborhood, this parade features local school groups, antique cars, nonprofit organizations, and Santa Claus himself. Tickets go on sale late summer 2021. Address: 9696 Plank Rd., Baton Rouge, LA 70811. Kiwanis Club of Cortana Baton Rouge Foundation, Inc. Free with admission. Visit the Denham Springs Antique Village on Facebook for details. The large crowds come early and stay late, shopping and eating before and after parade rolls. Dec 11, 2021 - 7:00 pm. Tickets start at $50. December 20: Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland: The River Center Theatre welcomes the mystifying performance of Cirque Musica to its stageopening the door to a wonderland of dazzling delights created by the world's greatest cirque performers to a backdrop of symphonic music. The information is listed below. The colorful procession numbers around 80 entries, including vivid parade floats, dancing groups, and marching bands. 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