Celebrate the Fourth of July in West Baton Rouge!

July 2026

Celebrate Independence Day at Fourth Fest & Fireworks on July 4th in downtown Port Allen at the Mississippi River Levee. The free event runs from 4pm-10:30pm and features family-friendly activities, food and beverage vendors, live music, and a spectacular fireworks show over the river. Hosted by West Baton Rouge Parks & Recreation and the City of Port Allen.

FOURTH FUN!

Beat the Heat!

Cool off with a day at the Splash Pads. They are motion-activated, so step on and activate the fun!

Port Allen Community Center
Alexander Park
Joe Myhand Park
Erwinville Park

WATER FUN

Luau Paint Party!

Join the West Baton Rouge Museum on July 30th at 6pm for a Luau Paint Party with visiting watercolor artist Katherine Klimitas. Enjoy a fun evening of painting a tropical flamingo design, complete with island-inspired refreshments!

GET CREATIVE

Plan your Fourth of July Stay!

Make West Baton Rouge your Fourth of July getaway destination! Enjoy affordable lodging and hassle-free parking, while experiencing the charm of West Baton Rouge, where hospitality awaits you at every turn.

STAY

R ecipes from the Westside

Chucky's Ribeye Supreme

Fire up the grill and sink your teeth into this supremely good ribeye recipe!

Recipe: Chucky's Ribeye Supreme

Courtesy: Louisiana Bayou Bistro

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 – Pickleball players gathered at Erwinville Park for an evening of friendly competition, fun, and community connection. The growing sport continues to bring residents and visitors together on the courts in West Baton Rouge.

Make sure to tag #WestBatonRouge to submit a favorite photo to feature!