Baton Rouge is where history meets deep-rooted culture and lively festivities. Founded on French and Spanish influences that are still present today, Baton Rouge offers a glimpse into the past through the Magnolia Mound Historical Home, Louisiana State University Rural Life Museum and Capitol Park Museum all of which offer either French-speaking guides or audio tours. After exploring the past, your clients can enjoy an array of upbeat festivities offered throughout the different seasons.
Baton Rouge has a vibrant festival scene with arts, music and unique festivals throughout the year. During Mardi Gras season, your clients will find plenty of parades, music, and hospitable people enjoying a good time.
The Baton Rouge Blues Festival takes place every April to celebrate the Swamp Blues, a style distinctive to Baton Rouge emerging from its Black communities in the 1950s and blending zydeco and Cajun influences, characterized by haunting echoes, shuffle beats, tremolo guitars and harmonica.
The summer is marked by the Very Hot Air Balloon Festival while autumn welcomes live music through Live After 5 concerts and American football at Louisiana State University and Southern University. Winter is full of holiday festivities, such as Louisiana Lights, The Cajun Nutcracker, and more.
Let your clients find their pace in Baton Rouge.
Contact: Marie Stagg, Global Sales Manager, Email: marie@visitbatonrouge.com
