It's Fall on the Westside!

October 2026

Come have a sweet ole time at the West Baton Rouge Museum's 31st annual SugarFest on Sunday, October 4th from 11am-4pm. This free celebration of the sugar cane harvest features traditional folklife and occupational craft demonstrations, museum exhibits, historic buildings, cane cutting and grinding, syrup boiling, a tractor display and live music. Guests can also enjoy old-fashioned children's activities, sweet treats, fresh chewing cane samples, a sweets contest and a rum tasting for ages 21 and older.

FESTIVAL TIME!

Boo-Gie Bash!

Come for the boogie and stay for the bites at Boo-Gie Bash on Saturday, October 3rd from 4pm-7pm at Addis Railroad Park. Enjoy free admission, free children's activities and fun for all ages. Food and drinks will be available.

HALLOWEEN FUN

Rockin' on the Railroad!

Rockin' on the Railroad rolls back into Railroad Park on Friday, October 16th with live music by After 8. Music begins at 5:30pm at 4343 Harris Avenue in Addis. Gather your crew, bring a chair and get ready to dance the evening away during this community favorite.

LIVE MUSIC

Nightmare on Court Street!

Court Street comes alive after dark during Nightmare on Court Street: Thriller at Sundown on Sunday, October 18th from 3pm-6pm in Port Allen. Bring the whole family, wear your best costumes and enjoy Trunk or Treat, food, treats and more Halloween fun.

OCTOBER FUN

R ecipes from the Westside

Shrimp and Corn Soup

This easy version makes use of cream of potato soup, so make up a quick batch and feed your crew a bit of Louisiana comfort food at its finest.

Recipe: Shrimp and Corn Soup

Photos from the Westside

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Photo Feature – Stop by Court Street Cafe for a hearty lunch special! Their pastalaya served with a side of green beans is a comforting local meal that's perfect for lunchtime in Port Allen.

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