4 pm8 pm. 6 pm. 359 Third Street | Baton Rouge, LA 70801 6 pm10 pm. 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. lsumoa.org. BATON ROUGE, La (BRPROUD) The 70th annual Cortana Kiwanis Christmas Parade is back again to ring in the holidays in downtown Baton Rouge on Saturday, Dec. 11. This tradition is dear to the city because Louisiana temperatures make ice-skating. During intermission, grab a photo with Mr. Claus. 7:30 pm9:30 pm. ), this parade put on by the Cortana Kiwanis Club and the Kiwanis Club of Cortana Baton Rouge Foundation, Inc. celebrates community as the holidays descend, spotlighting local marching bands, celebrities, dance troupes, nonprofits, and local businesses. In 2021, our Grand Marshal was Jay Grymes, Chief Meteorologist with WAFB Channel 9. Box 84174Baton Rouge, LA 70884, Copyright 2023 Cortana Kiwanis Christmas Parade. Of course, Santa 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. 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. December 18: Celebrate Christmas with Opra Louisiane: Enjoyvariations from The Nutcracker and the holiday opera Amahl and the Night Visitor, with photo opportunities and hot chocolate to follow. It starts at 4 pm with a performance bythe McKinley Middle Magnet School Choir on the Community Stage. November 1, 2022 by Baton Rouge Family Fun. Convenient parking nearby. Also, the accommodations map can be helpful when booking a stay nearby. (Click to see the interview. (225) 647-3955. myapl.org. 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. Kiwanis Internationals The Eliminate Project Eliminating maternal/neonatal tetanus worldwide, Cortana Kiwanis Donates World Famous Jambalaya to the following events: houmashouse.com. This year, the eveningof contemporary arrangements and holiday classics will be performedby Brian Shaw, Willis Delony, Fr. The links are listed in the External Resources below. blanket for snuggling. 40-foot mega tree and two 25-foot trees synchronized to music. December 2: Festival of Lights at North Boulevard Town Square:Downtown Baton Rouge's oldest holiday tradition returns to takeover downtown, transforming it into a winter wonderland of lights, carols, and magic. Phone: (225) 424-7085 Email: elf@christmasinbr.com P.O. 800 LA ROUGE | 225-383-1825 Celebrate the holiday season with Baton Rouges annual Festival of Lights. Tickets go on sale late summer 2021. After taking off last holiday season due to COVID-19, the parade a local tradition since 1948 returned this weekend with giant neon floats, live music from local high school bands and thousands of beads strewn around the necks of onlookers. Sign up for information on Downtown Events, Developments, Meeting Agendas and more! November 25December 30: Zoolights: Generations of Capital City families have built a holiday tradition around a visit to BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo to see ZooLightsfeaturing more than fifty illuminated,larger-than-life displays of flamingos, giraffes, lions, tigers, gorillas, and more; and a range of festive family activities that lights up the night all month long. Christmas parade returns to downtown Baton Rouge after pandemic hiatus: 'It's bigger and better'. The Christmas Parade always occurs on the second Sunday in December from 2:30 - 4:00 PM. 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. brso.org. Baton Rouge Area Spring / Easter Events & Activity Guide. 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. manshiptheatre.org. It's an experience designed to foster lifelong holiday memories for the entire family. Free with admission. December 2: LSU Museum of Art Store Holiday Shopping Event: For the eighteenth year, the LSU MOA invites all to shop unique holiday gifts, local artwork, and more with a special deal of twenty percent off any one item, plus free gift wrap and raffle prizes. visitlasweetspot.com. Updated: Dec 16, 2022 / 01:51 PM CST. Free. December 23: George Bell and Friends: An Evening of Holiday Jazz: George Bell returns to the Manship for his10thannual holiday concert. visitlasweetspot.com. Christmas Parade. 7 pm. 3 pm. Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra Holiday Concerts, 2022 Downtown Baton Rouge Festival of Lights, Kenners Heritage Park Christmas Village , 26th Festival of the Bonfires St. James Parish. Free. Tickets start at $50. Facebook; Twitter December 7: Sierra Nevada Stocking Stuffer, December 10: Family Wedding: Early Dismissal. 2 pm4 pm. Facebook; Twitter $75$95 atbontempstix.com. brec.org. The parade starts at 5:30 pm from River Road at North Boulevard, proceeds to Convention, Fourth, Laurel, Sixth, Northland, and finishes at Lafayette. 10 am5 pm. Your browser is not supported for this experience.We recommend using Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari. Junior League 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. Hundreds gathered in downtown Baton Rouge Saturday night, braving the wet and windy weather for the Cortana Kiwanis Christmas Parade, which was back after a pandemic hiatus. Feel the love during four performances: 2 pm and 6 pm each day at the River Center Ballroom. Every year, more than 80,000 people watch the parade live and thousands more enjoy it on television through the holiday season. 247 Florida St. Baton Rouge, LA 70801 | (225) 389-5520, Office | (225) 389-5523 Fax | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm M-F, Copyright 2019 Downtown Development District, COVID-19 Business and Community Resources. 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 street extravaganza takes place on a Saturday in December 10: Jingle Bell Brunch: The newly-renovated Juban's is hosting a festive brunch with three courses, photos with Santa, a hot chocolate bar, a cookie decorating bar,mimosas and poinsettias for the grown-ups, and cheerful decor. The days festivities will conclude with a procession to a traditional Louisiana bonfire to await the appearance of Papa Nol. 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. The following items need to be turned to reserve your spot in the parade. 2022 Family Friendly Christmas Events in Baton Rouge and Beyond. Space will be limited for each timeframe so be sure to make your plans early! Vehicle registration, insurance and drivers license, Payment can be mailed into PO Box or payment online with a credit card. Free. brzoo.org. Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, 2023 A portion of your financial support could be tax deductible as a charitable contribution. There is a charge of $20.00 for the meal payable to JCABA via cash or check. One of the oldest winter traditions in Baton Rouge is ice skating at the Raising Cane's River Center. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Others experiencing the parade for the first time were impressed with the scope of the event despite the difficult weather. $10$35. The parade is paired with the Delmont Village Winter Wonderland where the family can immerse themselves in the bright glow of night lights and Christmas magic. The parade takes credit for being a Top 10 Signature Project for Kiwanis International and also a Signature Project Winner for the Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee District. Santa Claus will be in attendance, and there will be shopping, plus food and beverages and fun for all ages. Join East Ascension High Choir Director Erin Perdue, who will lead a group in singing seasonal favorites in the Gonzales library's rain garden. Reviews for Cortana Kiwanis Baton Rouge Christmas Parade Reveler Reviews (0) Festivals Near Baton Rouge, LA. $30$45. Free. Kiwanis Club of Cortana Baton Rouge Foundation, Inc. Cortana Kiwanis Christmas Parade is an annual occasion, bringing 80,000 spectators to Downtown Baton Rouge. (225) 7652437 or lsu.edu/rurallife. The Cortana Kiwanis Christmas Parade is organized by the Cortana Kiwanis Club of Baton Rouge and the Kiwanis Club of Cortana Baton Rouge Foundation, Inc. Theres no better place to celebrate the holiday season than in Baton Rouge, where holiday cheer meets Southern hospitality. 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. ). theatrebr.org. December 4: Baton Rouge Concert Band Christmas Concert: Catch the Baton Rouge Concert Band performing a medley of traditional Christmas music the likes of Adeste Fidelis and Ave Maria, as well as selections from Polar Express and Henry Mancini's music. Better experienced than explained, come down to Baton Rouge for the Carnival season! Annual food festivals, music festivals, holiday festivals, no matter what reason or season. City tours, food tours, swamp tours do it all in Baton Rouge! lasm.org. "The spirit of Christmas is about togetherness, bringing everybody together and everybody doing their part to spread joy.". $25$160. December 10: Ascension Parish "Stroll on the Square": Usher in the season with a Christmas Tree lighting in Gonzales's Louisiana Square. 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. visitlasweetspot.com. And don't miss the grande finale: a fireworks show over the Mississippi River. The meetings are open to prospective members and include lunch, a guest speaker, and an update on the Association as well as the business community and Baton Rouge in general. Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70808. December 10: Cortana Kiwanis Christmas Parade: A favorite of downtown Baton Rouge residents (since 1948! B.R. Parade rolls at 2 pm, ending off Veterans in Denham Springs. broadmoor-br.org. Broadmoor Residents Association will be hosting the annual Broadmoor Christmas parade. Free. Each year for generations, local and national dancers of all ages have flitted and fluttered across the stage of the River Center, breathing hyper-local life into Tchaikovsky's masterpiece to the tune of Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra accompaniment and a stage set that invokes Baton Rouge landmarks like the Old State Capitol and Oak Alley. 6:30 pm. A portion of your support of the Christmas Parade may be tax deductible. Cortana Kiwanis Christmas Parade is an annual occasion, bringing 80,000 spectators to Downtown Baton Rouge. $30. (Bring Up Grades) in Elementary Schools, Local Key Clubs in High Schools 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. Phone: (225) 424-7085Email: elf@christmasinbr.comP.O. Since 1948, the Kiwanis Christmas Parade has drawn tens of thousands to downtown Baton Rouge every December. 5:30 pm. December 1: Chamber Series "Holiday Brass 2022": The full Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra brass and percussion is ready and prepped to put you in the holiday spirit in the magical environs of the St. Joseph Cathedral. 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. For more information, reach out to Gale Roy at roygaleb@bellsouth.net or call (225) 638-6049. Get out your calendar and browse through the events below you're sure to find something for everyone! myapl.org. Over the years, this tradition has become a local favorite community celebration. Dec 11, 2021 - 7:00 pm. December 3: Home for the Holidays Concert: The Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra will fill the River Center Theatrewith holiday music from favorites like The Polar Express, The Nutcracker, and Home Alone, and invite the audience to carol and sing along. Click for the 2022 Christmas Parade Flyer, Check out the great interview with our own Pat Marcello discussing the upcoming JCABA Christmas Parade! raisingcanesrivercenter.com. 4:30 pm6:30 pm. The Parade is a fundraiser of the Kiwanis Club of Cortana Baton Rouge Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)(3) organization. Broadmoor Residents Association will be hosting the annual Broadmoor Christmas parade. For information on the Broadmoor Christmas Parade (including the parade route map), check the Parade section of the website at. Celebrate Christmas in the City of Central at the 34th Annual Christmas Parade! 7:30 pm both nights. Around them, distinguished artisans perform living history demonstrations. Circle K District Convention Posted: Dec 5, 2022 / 10:02 PM CST. If your family or group wants to participate please fill out the, If you are interested in helping in the organization and setup, please, to send us a message, or or call us at the Broadmoor HelpLine. downtownbatonrouge.org. The parade is a family friendly event, and provides merriment and joy in each element of the evening. 7:30 pm both nights. Celebrate the holiday season in Baton Rouge accordingly by learning more about local traditions, the best place to dine or cater your holiday meal and where to find gifts for everyone on your list. As you plan a holiday trip to Baton Rouge, here's a quick list of our most popular holiday events every year. B.U.G. The parade is a family friendly event, and provides merriment and joy The Christmas Paradealways hasa great turnout in participants and spectators! Baton Rouges oldest holiday tradition is transforming the winter sky into a wonderland. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Cortana Kiwanis supports many worthy causes with the proceeds from the parade, including Our Lady of the Lake Childrens Hospital; the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation; defibrillators for local organizations serving children; and the Bringing Up Grades program in elementary schools, just to name a few. Free. Box 84174 Baton Rouge, LA 70884. The colorful procession numbers around 80 entries, including vivid parade floats, dancing groups, and marching bands. New Orleans Louisiana | United States | North America. Log in. Kiwanis Club of Cortana Baton Rouge Foundation, Inc. Phone: (225) 424-7085Email: elf@christmasinbr.comP.O. On December 17 from 4:306:30 pmWill Campbell will be present to sign autographs in exchange for toy donations, and there will also be opportunities to take photos with Santa (bring your own camera) and enjoy holiday music. Baton Rouge, LA. "It's way more family-oriented," Baton Rouge resident Aisha Robbins said. December 17:A Very Merry Museum:LASM is getting all gussied up for the big, jolly day with a special holiday ornament workshop, a museum scavenger hunt,Sneaux to Geaux scienceexperiments(sponsored by BASF),seasonal screenings of Let it SnowandThe Star of Bethlehemin the planetarium, andof coursean appearance from the Clausey old guy himself in the Coca Cola truck from 1:30 pm4 pm. Address: 9696 Plank Rd., Baton Rouge, LA 70811. In 1995, the members of the Jones Creek Area Business Association decided to offer an outreach event in the community that would be wholesome fun for all! Bring lawn chairs and blankets, and stay for the after-movie dance party. 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. Closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. manshiptheatre.org. December 4: Light up the Holidays: The Poydras Center in New Roads will light up for the season at this event hosted by the Arts Council of Pointe Coupee, with festive food and drinks, potential to win door prizes, and liveholiday performances. Start indoors for the Denham Springs First Baptist Church's presentation of "Welcome to Christmasville," featuring caroling and other performances, then head out to the Christmas Tree Farm courtyard, where you'll enjoy Hot Cocoa and sweet Christmas treats. If youd like to support the cause but cant attend the event, there are many other ways to get involved! Safety Meeting: 5:30PM Then on to theChristmasville Toylandwhere you'll wander through presentations of the birth, death, and resurrection of Christ. Hosted by the Broadmoor Residents Association. December 13: Carols in the Garden: No better way to infuse oneself with Christmas spirit than by singing all the classic carols. The large crowds come early and stay late, shopping and eating before and after parade rolls. Join tens of thousands of spectators for the vibrant holiday parade in Downtown Baton Rouge. Kicks off at noon, starting from the Broadmoor High School. December 10: Cortana Kiwanis Christmas Parade: A favorite of downtown Baton Rouge residents (since 1948! Big Buddy Christmas Shopping Spree Pick up your gifts from one of Baton Rouge's thousands of national and local retailers. Many high-wattage, computer-controlled displays are animated to add extra pizazz. Jones Creek Area Business Association 5805 Jones Creek Rd. All Rights Reserved. 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. December 910: "Simply Having a Wonderful Christmas Time" at the Manship: Local performers Mike Esneault, Don Vappie, Keith Simoneaux, Clarence Johnson III, David Ellis, Victoria Cave, Brandy Johnson, Margaret Fowler Milam, and Ed Perkins come together on the Manship stage for a celebration of the holiday classicsespecially the hits from the 1970s, '80s, and '90s. Distribution of Thanksgiving and Christmas Food Baskets $5 adults; $4 seniors; $3 ages two through twelve. Date: Wednesday, November 16, 2022 If you would like to be in the parade we certainly would welcome your participation. The Parade is a fundraiser of the Kiwanis Club of Cortana Baton Rouge Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)(3) organization. Enjoy the display until January 9. Our goal is to make it better with each new year. 5:30 pm8 pm nightly. Enjoy free ice skating and play in six tons of real snow at the Snow Village. As important as the parade is to many worthy causes Cortana Kiwanis supports year round, its also a powerful economic magnet that attracts vendors, shoppers, restaurant customers, hotel guests, and tourists to our citys downtown area. Back to School Bash sponsored by Healthy Blue Experience a real indoor ice skating rink, ice slides, carnival rides, Santa and friends, Gingerbread houses, decorated trees and more! $30, $25 for students and children. Tour of Facility: 5:00PM You should consult your tax advisor. In 1995, the members of the Jones Creek Area Business Association decided to offer an outreach event in the community that would be wholesome fun for all! Enjoy music, arts, the Bethlehem Village, Reindeer Run, Santa at the Old State Capitol and so much more. Call 225.424.7085to discuss these and other ways you can help! Press Releases. Cortana Kiwanis Club and the Kiwanis Club of Cortana Baton Rouge Foundation, Inc announced that the 2021 Cortana Kiwanis Christmas Parade, will roll as scheduled through December 3: Christmas in Central Parade: Don't miss this festive celebration down Joor Road in the charming community of Central. Catch the following specials: December 9: Movies on the Plaza: Home Alone: The Main Library at Goodwood will host a screening of the holiday favorite, Home Alone on the lawn this evening. Visit Baton Rouge. December 24, 912: Christmasville Spectacular: A curated experience of all things Christmas, designed for fanatics especially craving those warm fuzzy feelings of the holidays. Giant walk-through Christmas present. 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. December 517: Tots for Toys at Curbside Burger: Curbside is joining forces with Toys for Tots andLSU Offensive LinemanWill Campbell to offer a free small order of tots in exchange for a new toy, which will be donated to Toys for Tots. Learn More Members of the Madison Prep marching band participate in a 'battle of the bands' before the start of the Kiwanis Christmas Parade, Saturday, December 11, 2021, as it rolls through downtown Baton Rouge, La. 7:30pm Saturday; 3 pm Sunday. Millions of tiny white lights trace soaring Victorian trimwork and grace gallery posts to transform the entire town into a veritable winter wonderland for Christmas in the Country, as special activities throughout the extensive National Register-listed downtown Historic District provide fun for the whole family at this celebration of the season, a joyful alternative to mall madness. With a Christmas procession that many residents said made them nostalgic for community events and parades of the past, Baton rouge residents were finally able to get out and enjoy each other's company even if the rain tried to dampen the fun. 800 LA ROUGE | 225-383-1825 1 pm5 pm. All the while, enjoy performances from theBaton Rouge Center for Visual & Performing Arts, Helix Mentorship STEAM Academy, Liberty High Dance Team, EBR Schools Fine Arts Programs Crme de la Rouge dancers, Baton Rouge Cheer Academy, Capital High School dance department, McKinley Middle Dancers, and the musical theatre group from Forest Heights Academy of Excellence. December 10: Gonzales Christmas Market: Find live music, crafts, and gifts galore at 17198 Old Jefferson Highwaypresented by Prairieville Market Collective. The 2021 Christmas Parade was recorded and can be found here,2021 JCABA Christmas Parade Video. These entries are a mix of marching bands, celebrities, dance troupes, non-profit organizations, and local businesses in seasonal themes. "Everybody looks like they're having fun, that's what this is all about.". On Saturday, Dec. 11 beginning at 5:30 p.m. in Downtown Baton Rouge the Cortana Kiwanis Christmas Parade will roll. The following year, the Christmas Parade idea was founded!Several years ago it was decided to have a special guest other than Santa Claus and sothe idea of a Grand Marshall was instituted. Visit the Denham Springs Antique Village on Facebook for details. Baton Rouge Christmas Parade was established in 1949. 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. Due to insurance restrictions, animals are not permitted. Thus was 'born' the Jones Creek Business Association's (JCABA) Annual Christmas Parade. Come join us! Hallowheel benefiting kids with disabilities Ticketmaster or (225) 766-8379, or at the River Center Box Office. Afterwards, enjoy hot chocolate and a treat from Sweet Melissa's Confectionary. BATON ROUGE, La. 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. Where Christmas events are happening in Baton Rouge, surronding areas by: Trinity Velazquez. Bring your gift list: lots of handmade things will be available for sale. The Christmas Parade is a fundraiser for the Kiwanis Club of Cortana Baton Rouge Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)(3) organization. Willie Young, another Baton Rouge resident, said the parade felt like more of a treat than previous years because the city missed out on the procession in 2020.
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