Your January guide to what’s happening in Baton Rouge
River City Jazz Masters: John Pizzarelli & Catherine Russell
January 13
Manship Theatre
In this edition of River City Jazz Masters, legendary artists John Pizzarelli and Catherine Russell will share the stage for an entertaining evening celebrating the timeless hits of the Great American Songbook.
Baton Rouge Jewish Film Festival
January 14-18
Manship Theatre
Since 2007, the Baton Rouge Jewish Festival has showcased the strength and diversity of the Jewish experience through film, and it is back again this year with a four-day event featuring an array of original, multicultural films.
Louisiana Marathon
January 17-18
Downtown Baton Rouge
Ready, set, run! Kick off your 2026 fitness goals at the annual Louisiana Marathon, celebrating 15 years. Beginning in Downtown Baton Rouge, the route will take runners across our scenic city.
Arbor Day
January 17
LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens
Baton Rouge Green and the LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens are partnering again for this annual event with fun activities for the whole family, including ax-throwing, tree-climbing, shopping from local vendors and planting your very own tree in the Burden Woods.
American Rhapsody
January 22
River Center Theatre
The American Rhapsody is returning after a postponed show in 2025, featuring a new trumpet concert by Wynton Marsalis, Gershwin’s iconic Rhapsody in Blue and more, all conducted by Adam Johnson.
Wigs, Martinis & Bowties Soirée
January 23
Louisiana Art & Science Museum
The LA Capitale Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, is bringing back its annual affair with music by The Michael Foster Project, raffle tickets for purchase and more, all fundraising for causes such as Big Buddy Program, LASM, Southern University and more.
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Surreal Salon Soirée
January 24
Baton Rouge Gallery
Creativity, costumes and culture run wild at this one-of-a-kind annual event, allowing guests to essentially become a part of the Surreal Salon exhibition through dressing up in a unique, wearable work of art.
Petite Antiques Forum
January 29
Louisiana State Archives,
Baton Rouge Country Club
For the 26th year, the Friends of Magnolia Mound Museum Learn are hosting this fun and informative event. This year will feature a lecture from Colonial Williamsburg Foundation Curator of the Department of Textiles and Costumes Neal Hurst, a luncheon and a historic home tour.
Across the Pond Guitar Festival
January 30
Manship Theatre
Five talented guitarists from across the globe will come together on the Manship stage for an exciting performance with guitar solos, ensembles and collaborations, and a grand finale featuring all artists.
