What to do this weekend: Kick off May with some paw-some events
Go wild this weekend with these animal-centric events happening in Baton Rouge. Whether you’re looking for a night out or an opportunity to find your new best friend, there is something for everyone.
Keep reading to learn more about these upcoming local events.
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The Wild Wine Walk that Baton Rouge knows and loves is getting a makeover for its fifth anniversary. BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo will present Roar & Pour on Friday, May 2, from 5 to 7:30 p.m.
Those who are 21 or older can enjoy an evening of craft cocktails, food samples from local restaurants and live music. All proceeds from the after-hours fundraiser will support conservation, education and animal well-being at BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo.
This event offers general admission and VIP tickets from $50 to $75.To learn more and purchase tickets, click here.
Are you ready to meet your new best friend? Cara’s House is hosting a pet adoption event on Saturday, May 3, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Gorman Bros. Those not quite ready to adopt can support the animal shelter by attending and enjoying the coffee truck, snowballs and raffle.
Taking in nearly 3,000 animals per year, Cara’s House works as a nonprofit organization to provide the best care possible for these cuddly creatures until they find their forever home.
For more info, click the post above or follow Cara’s House on Instagram.
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Wrap up the weekend with a sweet treat for you and your four-legged friend. La Divina Italian Cafe will be serving up Gelato Love for Dogs on Sunday, May 4, from 4 to 6 p.m. Supporting the Capital Area Animal Welfare Society (CAAWS), this event will have adoptions (weather permitting) and free gelato for any donations of $5 or more.
Serving Baton Rouge since 1979, CAAWS is a nonprofit organization committed to sheltering animals and educating the community on responsible pet ownership and treatment. Donations, as well as 25% of all La Divina sales during the event, will benefit the shelter.
With free entry, anyone is welcome to join the event, donate and maybe even become one lucky pup’s forever home. To reserve a spot, click here.
