Parade Time on the Westside!

November 2024

Mark your calendars for Veterans on Parade coming up on November 10th! Citizens, businesses, and organizations pay tribute to all servicemen and women for their dedication to this nation. All veterans can participate on the floats free of charge. Come out and join the crowds and show your support for these brave men and women.

Parade Time!

Jingle Jeepin’ Parade & Market!

Mark your calendars for the Jingle Jeepin’ Parade and Market coming up on December 7th! Come out and shop for your Christmas gifts and visit our food vendors at the West Baton Rouge Convention & Visitors Bureau! Jeepers are invited to the WBRCVB grounds to decorate their jeeps for the parade, which rolls out at 5:30pm!

HOLIDAY TIME

Old Time Open Jam!

Live music jams are a part of what makes West Baton Rouge unique!

You can hear live music regularly on the Westside at restaurants, bars, and clubs. Check out live music at the upcoming Old Time Open Jam at the West Baton Rouge Museum on November 10th from 3-5pm!

JAM OUT

Start your Christmas Shopping!

Get a head start on Christmas shopping! West Baton Rouge is your go-to destination for a delightful shopping experience. From antiques to the trendiest fashions, our shops have something for everyone. Join us in celebrating the charm of West Baton Rouge's local businesses!

SHOP

R ecipes from the Westside

Teeter's Pound Cake

Adapted from this recipe submitted by Bonnie Erickson (who received it from her cousin, Virginia "Teeter" Lathrop) to The Advocate taking first prize in their Thanksgiving dessert contest, Mary Broussard Acosta, winner of the 2021 SugarFest contest, adds a little nutmeg to her version. Thanks to all parties for sweetly sharing the sweets!

Recipe: Teeter's Pound Cake

Courtesy: Mary Acosta Broussard, 2021 Winner of the West Baton Rouge Museum SugarFest Sweets Contest.

Photos from the Westside

Want to show off the place you love to visitors? Tag posts #OnlyLouisiana & go on a Bayou Krewe adventure!

Photo Feature – Kids and families had a blast at the West Baton Rouge Museum and the West Baton Rouge Library’s Halloween event!

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