Things to do this weekend in Baton Rouge: Veterans Day, Federales Fest and more
Honor veterans Friday
On Friday, Nov. 6, Veterans Day celebrations kick off with a ceremony at Rhorer Plaza at 11 a.m., during which Mayor-President Edwards will present the “Salute and Share” initiative with the planting of 250 American flags.
After the presentation, the Florida Street Blowhards will play the Armed Forces Medley and a selection of Jazz Age music at the Galvez Plaza stage.
Rhorer Plaza is located behind City Hall at 200 S. River Rd. The concert and presentation are open to the public and free to attend. Click here for more information.
Attend a music festival Friday
Mosey on down to Live Oak Cedar Lodge for the fourth Federales Fest, a gathering combining food, drinks and live country and rock music, on Friday, Nov. 6, at 3 p.m.
This year’s lineup features Pecos & The Rooftops, Starboro, Doussan Garrett Benoit, B.B. Palmer and The Love Craft Band.
General admission tickets are $55. Live Oak Cedar Lodge is located at 6300 Jefferson Hwy.
Bring the kids to a garden party Saturday
The Children’s Garden at Burden is hosting a Fall Garden Party on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9 to 11 a.m.
Families are invited to join the EBR Master Gardeners for a morning of activities exploring edible gardening.
Burden Museum and Gardens is located at 4560 Essen Ln. Admission is free, but registration is required.
Learn about coastal restoration Sunday
Celebrate the work being done to protect and restore Louisiana’s coast at the LSU Center for River Studies on Sunday, Nov. 8.
Community Coastal Day is a family-friendly event where guests can explore exhibits, view the River Model, meet experts and learn about why the Gulf Coast is so important.
This free event will last from 1 to 4 p.m. The LSU Center for River Studies is located at 100 Terrace Ave. Find more information on Facebook.
