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Area Festivals and Special Events
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Jan. 16, 2010 – Martin Luther King Day Parade
City of Port Allen 225-346-5670 |
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February 7, 2010 - Addis Volunteer Fire Department Mardi Gras Parade
Contact the town of Addis 225-687-4844. |
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February 22, 2010 - Krewe of Good Friends of the Oaks Mardi Gras Parade-
Parade rolls through downtown Port Allen. |
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March 11 – 14, 2010 – 8th Annual Lagniappe Dulcimer Fête
Held at the West Baton Rouge Museum hosted by the Lagniappe Dulcimer Society www.lagniappedulcimer.org Peter Payne 225-223-2361 |
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March 19 – 21, 2010 - Holy Family Catholic Church "Bear Fair"
The annual school fair features live bands, rides, games, food, and fun. |
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 April 9, 10 & 11th, 2010 - “Kite Fest Louisiane”
This one of a kind festival held at the West Baton Rouge Soccer Complex off Hwy #415 at Rosedale Road features fun, games, music, and special kite flying performances.
Special Student Day on Friday, April 9, for school groups, free of charge. Saturday and Sunday, join us as kites take to the skies of Louisiana in a dazzling display of beauty and fight.
Everyone can “Go Fly A Kite” at this annual event. From home built kites to professional two line kites, we will fill the sky and provide an opportunity for children and adults to learn, fly or watch. Free and open to the public.
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April 10, 2010– 15th Annual Spring Art Show
West Baton Rouge Library 225-342-7920 |
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 July 4th, 2010 Westside July 4th Fest:
This great event is held from 4:00 – 11:00 pm. on July 4th. Jambalaya Cook-Off, food & drink vendors, clowns, great music and Fireworks light up the sky on the river at 9:00 p.m. Held on the levee just off Court Street in Downtown Port Allen. Exit #153 to LA 1 North, Right on Court street to the Levee. Free and Open to the public. |
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 October 3, 2010– Sugarfest
An annual celebration of the importance of sugar in West Baton Rouge’s history, this event was voted the Top 20 event in the southeast in 2001 and 2002. It includes living history demonstrations, food and mule driven grinding, music, sweets contest and much more. Held at The West Baton Rouge Museum, 845 N. Jefferson in Port Allen. 225-336-2422 www.westbatonrougemuseum.com. |
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October 9, 2010– Smokin' Oldies Barbeque Cook-Off
Held on the grounds of the West Baton Rouge Tourist Information & Conference Center
I-10 Exit #151. IBCA State Championship Cook-off including categories for professional and amateurs. Over $6000 dollars in prizes awarded. Public is invited to buy barbeque plates to Benefit St. Jude Dream Foundation. |
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 October 16 & 17, 2010 – Oldies But Goodies Fest
This year, expanded to two full days of activities and music. Held on the grounds of the West Baton Rouge Tourist Information and Conference Center, Free to the public, Noon to 6:00 p.m. ,Saturday and Sunday. 1-10 West at Exit #151. Dance to the great music of the 50’s, 60’s & 70’s. Antique cars, oldies food, costume, Jitterbug, Hula Hoop and Twist contests. Elvis and Marilyn Monroe look-alike contest, children’s’ activities, vendors and more. Highlight on stage Sunday, VINCE VANCE & THE VALIANTS. Sunday at 10:00 a.m. a Poker Fun Run with proceeds to benefit the St. Jude Dream Foundation and St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Contact the WBRCVB for more details. 225-344-2920. |
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 November 7, 2010 – Veterans on Parade:
This annual parade organized by a group of community volunteers as a way of honoring all those who serve and have served our country as part of the United States armed forces. The parade is sponsored by area organizations who give all veterans a chance to ride and view the parade at no cost. The parade starts at 1:00 p.m. and begins at Rivault Park and proceeds down Jefferson Avenue and makes its way to Heroes Plaza for a special ceremony honoring the veterans. To get involved in the parade with a float, volunteer information on veterans wanting to participate, or a sponsorship contact the WBRCVB 225-344-2920. |
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Dec. 1-25, 2010 – Reflections of the Season
Light up your holidays and enjoy the magic and fantasy of "Reflections of the Season" a spectacular holiday light display on the grounds of the West Baton Rouge Tourist Information & Conference Center December 1-25, 2010.
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Dec. 4, 2010 – Let it Snow! Holiday Open House.
The West Baton Rouge Museum puts on its holiday best. Fun in the snow for the children and many other family activities. www.westbatonrougemuseum.com 225-336-2422 |
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