Things To Do

Fun in the Fall

After a record-breaking hot summer that had all of us wanting to stay indoors, we’ve never been so excited to welcome fall! This fall, step into the slightly cooler weather to enjoy pumpkin patches, trick or treating, and spooky events that are fun for the whole family.

PUMPKIN PATCHES AND CORN MAZES

Barn Hill Preserve’s Pumpkin Patch

1342 Hwy. 955 E, Ethel

(225) 286-3003

barnhillpreserve.com

Barn Hill Preserve’s Pumpkin Patch is full of excitement throughout the month. Find the perfect pumpkin and enjoy the fun activities.

 

Cajun Country Corn

40833 LA-16, Amite City

(877) 843-9421

cajuncountrycorn.com

The Cajun Country Corn Maze is constructed from a cornfield covering 7.5 acres. Try the haunted maze or the haunted trail for a spookier experience.

 

CM Farms

252 CM Farms Rd., Dry Creek

(337) 328-8916

cmfarmsllc.com

CM Farms features a 12-acre maze, pumpkins, 40+ attractions, and farm animals to visit to make your adventure even more memorable.

 

DixieMaze Farms Fall Festival

9596 Sentell Rd., Shreveport

(318) 703-2870

dixiemazefarms.ticketspice.com

Through October 31, you and your family can enjoy the pumpkin patch, maze, farm activities and haunted activities.

 

Faith Crossing United Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch

34260 Walker Rd. N., ​Walker

(225) 243-6094

faithcrossingumc.org

For a limited time only, pick up a pumpkin and enjoy family-friendly photo opportunities.

 

Hallow Jack’s Pumpkin Patch

6834 Magnolia Bridge Rd., Denham Springs

facebook.com/hallowjackspumpkinpatch

Visit this small business to find your pick of the season. The patch features a variety of pumpkins to choose from.

 

Jefferson United Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch

10328 Jefferson Hwy., Baton Rouge

(225) 293-4440

jumcbr.org

Enjoy family fun in a safe environment while supporting area missions with your pumpkin purchase.

 

LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens Corn Maze 

4560 Essen Ln., Baton Rouge

(225) 763-3990

lsu.edu/botanic-gardens

Throughout the month, enjoy Corn Maze Saturdays featuring an exciting sunflower field, pumpkin patch, petting farm, a spook-tacular playground, games, and the always fun hay mountain.

 

Miss Heather’s Pumpkin Patch

11215 Lee’s Ln., Hammond

(225) 567-3493

thfarms.com

Pick a pumpkin from the field, enjoy the jumping pillow, get your face painted, and enjoy the hay maze this year at Miss Heather’s.

 

NewSong Community Church Pumpkin Patch

18465 Old Perkins Rd., Prairieville

(225) 313-6736

newsongcommunity.church

Be sure to bring along your camera while picking out your pumpkin! This year, the pumpkin patch will feature various decorative photo opportunities to help you commemorate your experience.

 

Pop-up Pink Pumpkin Patches

8585 Picardy Ave., Baton Rouge

3600 Florida Blvd., Baton Rouge

14105 Hwy. 73, Prairieville

(225) 763-4000

protectyourpumpkins.com

It’s always a surprise, so be on the lookout for thousands of pink pumpkins to pop up overnight at Baton Rouge General’s three locations. Everyone is invited to visit to take photos and bring home a free pumpkin to display in honor of breast cancer awareness.

 

Trinity Lutheran Church Pumpkin Patch

15160 S Harrell’s Ferry Rd., Baton Rouge

(225) 272-3110

tlcbr.org/pumpkins

Pick your pumpkin to carve or decorate at this family-friendly pumpkin patch.

 

FARMERS MARKETS

Fifolet Arts Market

300 South River Rd., Baton Rouge

(877) 573-1031

1031consortium.com

The Fifolet Arts Market is your one-stop shop for all things Halloween. Visit on Saturday, October 26 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. for live music, entertainment, costumed characters, and children’s activities.

 

Po Folks Fruits & Vegetables

1280 Lobdell Hwy., Port Allen

(225) 383-1389

facebook.com/pofolks415

Find fresh fruits and vegetables, the best local honey, homemade preserves, jellies, syrup, and wooden furniture.

 

Red Stick Farmers Market

5th and Main St., Baton Rouge

6400 Perkins Rd., Baton Rouge

(225) 267-5060

breada.org

This market features locally grown and made produce, meats, baked goods, and, of course, pumpkins. Markets are held on various days during the week at different locations.

 

The Four Seasons Farmer’s Market

116 N. Range Ave., Denham Springs

(225) 366-7241

facebook.com/4snsmkt

This market is a one-stop shop where you can find local, handmade, and fresh goods.

 

The Market at the Oasis

13827 Coursey Blvd., Baton Rouge

(225) 413-5239

marketattheoasis.com

Spend your Saturday morning shopping for homemade goods at affordable prices.

 

Zachary Community Farmers Market

4412 Lee St., Zachary

zacharyfarmersmarket@gmail.com

cityofzachary.org

The Zachary Community Farmer’s Market is an open-air market, comprised of a group of area farmers selling fresh produce.

 

FALL EVENTS & FESTIVALS 

 

56th Annual International Acadian Festival

57845 Foundry St., Plaquemine 

acadianfestival.org

Come out and enjoy Cajun gumbo, live music, and even a cornhole tournament from 5-11 p.m.

 

A Taste of the Deep South

222 North Blvd., Baton Rouge

eventbrite.com

$25, family-friendly event from October 19-20 featuring music, a vendors’ village, and food.

 

Bluesberry Music + Art Festival

213 Park Dr., Covington

bluesberryfest@gmail.com

thebluesberryfest.com

Experience incredible live performances and check out the art on Saturday, October 5 from 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m.

 

Boo at the Zoo

3601 Thomas Rd., Baton Rouge

(225) 775-3877

brzoo.org

Wear your best costumes to BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo for festive fun October 19-27.

 

City of Walker’s Fall Festival

30445 Corbin Ave., Walker

(225) 665-3755

walkerparksandrec.com

Visit Sidney Hutchinson Park on Saturday, October 28 from 3-7 p.m. for live music, a farmer’s and art market, food trucks, hayrides, pie bake off, farm animals, and children’s costume contest.

 

DixieMaze Farms: A Murder Mystery Dinner & Pumpkin Carving Party

9596 Sentell Rd., Shreveport

(318) 703-2870

dixiemazefarms.ticketspice.com

Experience the Murdery Mystery Dinner every Friday in October and carve pumpkins from October 4-25.

 

Fall Fest

14200 River Rd., Baton Rouge

(225) 769-8900

pointemarie.com

Sunday, October 1 in Pointe-Marie will feature live music, kids games, a pumpkin patch, and local cuisine.

 

Fall Fest at The Chapel

9611 Siegen Ln., Baton Rouge

(225) 766-7000

thechapelbr.com

Enjoy inflatables, food, and trunk or treat with family and friends on Saturday, October 26 from 4-6 p.m.

 

Fall Festival

  1. Range Ave., Denham Springs

dsantiquevillage.com

Visit over 160 vendors from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 7.

 

Federales Fest

6300 Jefferson Hwy., Baton Rouge

federalesfest@gmail.com

federalesfest.com

Visit our Southern musical roots from noon-11 p.m. on Saturday, October 5. 

 

Fifolet 5K

300 South River Rd., Baton Rouge

(877) 573-1031

1031consortium.com

Run on the Mississippi River Levee in costume while carrying a pumpkin on Saturday, October 26 at 8 a.m.

 

Fifolet Halloween Parade

Downtown Baton Rouge

(877) 573-1031

1031consortium.com

Dress in costume and bring non-perishable food items for the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank on Saturday, October 26 at 4 p.m.

 

Greater Baton Rouge State Fair

16072 Airline Hwy., Baton Rouge

(225) 755-3247

gbrsf.com

Nothing says fall like the fair! Experience all of the rides, games, and fun from October 24-November 3.

 

Gretna Fest

327 Huey P. Long Ave., Gretna

(504) 361-7748

gretnafest.com

Enjoy live music, arts & crafts, and games from October 4-6.

 

Haints, Haunts, and Halloween

4560 Essen Ln., Baton Rouge

(225) 765-2437

lsu.edu/rurallife

This safe and fun Halloween event features storytelling, cake walks, games, and trick or treating on Sunday, October 27 from 2-4:30 p.m.

 

Harvest Days

4560 Essen Ln., Baton Rouge

(225) 765-2437

lsu.edu/rurallife

From October 5-6, enjoy living history demonstrations that took place on Louisiana farms during harvest time in the 1800s.

 

Krewe of BOO! Parade

Elysian Fields Ave. to Andrew Higgins Dr., New Orleans

(504) 233-2831

kreweofboo.com

The parade will roll on Saturday, October 19 at 6:30 p.m. and features marching bands, dance troupes, and walking krewes.

 

Louisiana Food Truck Festival

100 Harbor Center Blvd., Slidell

lafoodtruckfest@harborcenter.org

facebook.com/louisianafoodtruckfest

Visit a variety of food trucks, enjoy live entertainment, and visit the craft vendors on Saturday, October 5.

 

Louisiana Renaissance Festival

46468 River Rd., Hammond

(985) 429-9992

larf2023.org

Experience the fun, food, sights, and sounds of the Village of Albright on weekends in November and ending December 8.

 

Progression Church Fall Fest

3800 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge

brian@progressionbr.com

progressionbr.com

On Sunday, October 27 at 10:30 a.m., experience an uplifting worship and an inspiring message.

 

SugarFest

845 N. Jefferson Ave., Port Allen

(225) 336-2422

wbrmuseum.org

Have a sweet time at the West Baton Rouge Museum from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday, October 6.

 

Slaughter Fall Festival

3337 Church St., Slaughter

slaughter.civic@yahoo.com

facebook.com/slaughtercivic.club

On Saturday, October 21 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., you and your family can enjoy live music, tasty food, a silent auction, and activities for the kiddos.

 

The Louisiana Book Festival

701 N. 4th St., Baton Rouge

(225) 219-9503

louisianabookfestival.org

Book lovers are invited to attend the Louisiana Book Festival on Saturday, November 2 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

 

Trunk or Treat

9550 Hooper Rd., Baton Rouge

(225) 227-2806

centralcitysteakandseafood.m.takeout7.com

Go trunk or treating on Saturday, October 19 at 1 p.m. 


White Light Night

Government St., Baton Rouge

info@midcitymerchants.org

midcitymerchantsbr.org

Enjoy Mid City’s largest art festival on Friday, November 22 from 6-10 p.m.

 

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