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05/08/2025

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, and there's no better time to explore Baton Rouge's diverse culinary scene. 🍜 From crispy fried chicken to refreshing bubble teas, these AAPI-owned spots serve up flavors worth celebrating.

We've rounded up a list of AAPI and Asian-owned businesses in Baton Rouge.

05/08/2025

There's still time to get your tickets for Night Market BTR! 🎟️🍜🏮

RAIN OR SHINE — WE’RE ON. 🌧️☀️
The final lineup’s in. 50+ local vendors. Live music. Good people.

All coming together to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month right here in Baton Rouge.

This Saturday we’re out there — weather and all.
Bring your umbrella. Bring your friends. Bring your hunger.

🎟️ $5 online (ends Fri @ 11:59 PM) | $7 at the gate
📍 May 10 | 3–9 PM | LA State Capitol
🎫 nightmarketbtr.com

05/07/2025

Thanks for sharing 225 Magazine! 🎉

Baton Rouge welcomed 9 million visitors in 2024—up from 8.8 million in 2023—who collectively spent $1.7 billion. That’s according to Visit Baton Rouge’s newly released 2024 Impact Report, a data-driven look at the local tourism industry’s performance last year. According to the tourism age...

05/07/2025

Congrats to our friends at Capitol Park Museum! 🥳

We're excited to announce that our Capitol Park Museum won silver for best attraction in the Advocate's Best of Baton Rouge 2025! 🥈

Haven't visited yet? From Louis Armstrong to Huey P. Long, from Mardi Gras to fais-do-do, and from the nation-building commerce of the Mississippi River to the life-sustaining bounty of the Gulf of Mexico, the Capitol Park Museum provides a panoramic exploration of the great state of Louisiana! Learn more here: https://louisianastatemuseum.org/museum/capitol-park-museum

The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) || Visit Baton Rouge || Louisiana Museum Foundation

05/07/2025

✨It's almost Mom's big day, and we've got just the ideas to help you celebrate her— right here in Baton Rouge! 💐

From thoughtful gifts at local shops 🛍️ to delicious Sunday brunch spots 🥂, we've rounded up the best ways to treat her.

Tap the link to plan the perfect Mother's Day in Baton Rouge!

From gift-giving to quality time to memorable meals, Baton Rouge has something to offer for every mom this Mother’s Day.

05/07/2025

05/06/2025

✨Thank you Greater Baton Rouge Business Report for sharing how tourism positively impacted our city in 2024.

From driving economic growth to supporting local jobs, tourism plays a vital role in making Baton Rouge thrive. 💼💰 Check out the full article below!

U.S. Travel Association

Baton Rouge welcomed 9 million visitors in 2024—up from 8.8 million in 2023—who collectively spent $1.7 billion.

05/06/2025

The numbers are in — and tourism in Baton Rouge just keeps getting better 👏

From welcoming 9 million visitors to showcasing the capital city through major events — 2024 was a year of momentum and milestones. And we’re just getting started.

⏮️ Take a look back with us and see how tourism impacted our city last year. Whether you're uncovering a hidden gem or revisiting a hometown favorite, we invite you to experience Baton Rouge in a way that's uniquely yours. Our Place, Your Pace. U.S. Travel Association

05/01/2025

✨May your month be filled with festivals, live entertainment, incredible art and mouthwatering local eats! 🎶🎭🎨

Check out what's happening this month in Baton Rouge - trust us, you do not want to miss these events! 🦞

Explore our curated list of events and things to do in Baton Rouge! Enjoy a month filled with live music, festivals and events.

04/30/2025

Happy Birthday, Louisiana! 213 looks good on you. 🎂

Still spicy, soulful, and stealing hearts-just like always. ❤️⚜️☀️🦞

Incredible photos by the talented Jordan Hefler📸