October is always an exciting time in downtown Baton Rouge, and this year’s Halloween events are sure to impress! At Rivermark Centre, we love being right in the middle of all the action, and with so many fantastic events happening just steps from our doors, there’s no better place to celebrate Halloween 2024. From family-friendly parades and markets to bone-chilling haunted houses, we’ve got your guide to all the thrilling happenings nearby.
Fifolet Festival Halloween Parade
Date: October 26, 2024
Location: Downtown Baton Rouge
Theme: They Walk Among Us
Get your costumes ready because the Fifolet Festival Halloween Parade is one of the most anticipated events of the season! With a theme like They Walk Among Us, expect to see some creative, spooky and fun floats cruising through downtown. Two party zones await those looking to celebrate, along with a family-friendly area for little ghouls and goblins. Make sure to bring non-perishable food items to support the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank, and enjoy the festive atmosphere of this iconic event.
Fifolet Pub Crawl
Date: October 24, 2024
Location: Downtown Baton Rouge
For those looking to kick off the Halloween weekend with some adult-only fun, the Fifolet Zombie Pub Crawl is an absolute must. Dress as your most frightful zombie self and join the horde as you shuffle from bar to bar, enjoying spooky cocktails and dancing the night away. The energy is electric, the costumes are out of this world and you’re guaranteed to have a scream of a time!
Fifolet 5K
Date: October 26, 2024
Location: Downtown Baton Rouge
Looking for a fun and festive way to stay active this Halloween? The Fifolet 5K is perfect for all fitness levels, offering a one-mile fun run, a standard 5K and the hilarious Pumpkin 5K, where participants carry a pumpkin while running! Costumes are encouraged, and runners will be treated to fantastic views along the Mississippi River levee. Whether you’re running for the thrill or to win one of those awesome sun catcher medals, it’s a great way to start your Halloween festivities.
Fifolet Arts Market
Date: October 26, 2024
Location: Levee Green across from the River Center
Get ready for a ghoulishly good time at the Fifolet Arts Market, a free, family-friendly event perfect for all ages. With live music, pumpkin carving contests, trick-or-treating at vendor tents and plenty of arts and crafts to enjoy, it’s the ideal way to spend a fun Halloween day. Be sure to check out all the incredible local artists selling their Halloween-themed creations before heading to the parade.
The 13th Gate Haunted House
Date: Thursdays – Sundays in October
Location: Downtown Baton Rouge
If you’re craving something truly terrifying, The 13th Gate Haunted House is where your nightmares come to life. Known as one of the scariest haunted houses in the country, this 40,000-square-foot maze will take you through 13 horrifying realms. Plus, across the street, CarnEvil offers nightly entertainment with live concerts, food trucks and roaming creepy characters. Make sure to catch the Inferneaux Fire Troupe for an extra spark of excitement!
Spirits of Louisiana
Date: October 24, 2024
Time: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Location: Louisiana’s Old State Capitol
The annual Spirits of Louisiana event is the perfect way to experience Halloween with a sophisticated twist. Enjoy an evening filled with delicious food, open bars, live music and even an art auction at the beautiful Old State Capitol. All proceeds support the historical and educational programs of this beloved landmark, making it an evening to remember—and one that gives back!
Spoof Night: The Craft
Date: October 25, 2024
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Hartley/Vey Theatre, Manship Theatre
For a lighter take on Halloween, head to Spoof Night with The Craft. This interactive movie experience, hosted by the Family Dinner Comedy Troupe, is full of live commentary, drinking games and laugh-out-loud moments. It’s the perfect way to enjoy a classic film with a hilarious twist.
Halloween Day at the Museum
Date: October 26, 2024
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Louisiana Art & Science Museum
Take a break from the scares and bring the whole family to the Louisiana Art & Science Museum for Halloween Day at the Museum. With Egyptian-themed activities, wand-making, and spooky planetarium shows, there’s plenty to keep everyone entertained. Don’t miss the “Scary Stories in the Stars” show or the Halloween-themed laser light show!
Night at the Museum Tour
Date: October 26, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Louisiana Art & Science Museum
For those who enjoy a bit of history with their Halloween, the Night at the Museum Tour is a must-do. This spooky, after-hours tour takes you through the museum’s halls, where ghostly legends and eerie tales come to life. Explore the Egyptian exhibition and learn about the darker side of this historical site in downtown Baton Rouge.
National Theatre Live: Frankenstein
Date: October 30, 2024
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Manship Theatre
Cap off your Halloween week with a filmed performance of Frankenstein, straight from London’s West End. This captivating show, starring Jonny Lee Miller and Benedict Cumberbatch, brings Mary Shelley’s classic tale to life in a beautifully haunting way.
The Rivermark Centre is thrilled to be so close to these fantastic Halloween events. Whether you’re seeking spine-chilling scares or family-friendly fun, Downtown Baton Rouge is your go-to destination for an unforgettable October. Stay spooky, and we’ll see you at the festivities!
