Greater Baton Rouge Fourth of July

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From parades to fireworks on the grand Mississippi, Baton Rouge will be bursting with patriotism this first weekend of July. Don't miss any of these great events around town this weekend. 

Kenilworth Independence Day Parade

July 3: Having trinkets, candy, and other priceless treasures thrown at us from passing floats is a time-honored tradition in Louisiana, but why not bust it out for America's birthday, too? Kenilworth is celebrating its Golden Jubilee Independence Day Parade this year. Rolls at 6:30 pm. For route information and more, visit kenilworthneighborhood.com. 

Donaldsonville’s Fireworks on the River

Crescent Park comes alive with live music by the Michael Foster Project and other acts all afternoon before the fireworks—this historic little town puts on a good show. 4 pm–10 pm. Free. visitlasweetspot.com.

Baton Rouge Fourth of July Spectacular 

July 4: Every year, for our nation's birthday, WBRZ lights up the sky above the Mississippi River. The fireworks can be viewed from anywhere along the levee, and from Downtown Baton Rouge, starting at 9 pm. visitbatonrouge.com. 

LSU Museum of Art and Tsunami Baton Rouge 4th of July Annual Celebration

July 4: Enjoy a colorful sushi dinner by Tsunami, fireworks, music and much more at 4th of July Celebration presented by LSU Museum of Art. VIP tickets $100. GA tickets $75. Terrace access only tickets $25. 7 pm–10pm. For more information visit lsumoa.org. 

L’Auberge Baton Rouge Fourth of July Fireworks Extravaganza

July 4: L'Auberge Casino is hosting a grand fireworks display from their Lawn overlooking the Mississippi River levee accompanied by food trucks and other refreshments. 7 pm–10 pm, fireworks start at 9 pm. Free for all ages. lbatonrouge.com.

L’Auberge Baton Rouge Rooftop Pool Viewing Party

July 4: Take in L'Auberge's fireworks display from the bird's-eye view of their rooftop pool deck, while dancing to sounds by GEAUX DJ. 7 pm–10 pm, $20 at the door. For ages twenty-one and up only. lbatonrouge.com.

L’Auberge Edge Party

L'Auberge is celebrating the nation's birthday alongside the opening of their new Edge Lounge with an afterparty at Edge featuring Capital City soul. 8 pm–midnight. Free, for ages twenty-one and up only. lbatonrouge.com.

Annual Plaquemine Hometown Celebration

July 4: At its annual Hometown Celebration at Bayou Plaquemine Waterfront Park, expect old-fashioned games, veterans' boat parade, food, crafts, live music, dancing, and a jitterbug contest. 5 pm–9 pm. Visit  postsouth.com for more information.