Events Hub for Southeastern Louisiana: Fall/Winter 2024 Inclusive and Accessibility-Friendly Things to Do

October 17, 2024

Looking for things to do that are welcoming and enjoyable for all? Welcome to CARE Inc's new Events Hub! We connect with many local organizations across the southeast region of Louisiana to discover and share opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to get out in the community.

Events are updated regularly so be sure to bookmark this site or check back often! Activities are focused in the southeastern area of the state. Most happenings are focused in the parishes of St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, Livingston, St. John the Baptist, St. Charles, St. James, Ascension, East/West Baton Rouge, East/West Feliciana, St. Helena, and Washington.

This list is for resources and inspiration, but is not comprehensive – visit our social media pages and those linked in event descriptions for additional ideas and information!

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October Occasions
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10/5: Walk/Run to End Childhood Cancer 🔹 presented by St. Jude and Dream Day Foundation 🔹 7am check-in, event proceeds at 8:30

📍 AZ Young Park, Baton Rouge

‍www.stjude.org/walkbatonrouge

10/5: Olde Towne Pumpkin Fest 🔹 organized by Visit the Northshore 🔹 11am-4pm

📍 433 Erlanger Avenue, Slidell

‍https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/event/olde-towne-pumpkin-fest/10097/‍

‍10/5: Gumbo State Governor's Games 🔹 hosted by Move United and Families Helping Families

📍 Northwestern State University, Natchitoches

https://sites.google.com/site/louisianagumboinc/home‍

10/13: DSAG Goes to the Movies 🔹 coordinated by DSAGBR 🔹 10am-12pm

📍 Celebrity Theatres - 15365 George O'Neal Road, Baton Rouge

How We Connect - DSAG Baton Rouge (dsagbr.org)‍‍

‍10/15: SALT (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together) Expo 🔹 presented by Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office 🔹 doors at 9am

📍 REV Building - 9030 S. Saint Landry Ave, Gonzales‍

10/18 - 10/20: Andouille Festival 🔹 put on through St. John the Baptist Parish

📍 St. John Community Center - 2900 U.S. Hwy 51, LaPlace

‍http://andouillefestival.com‍

10/18 - 10/20: Vintage Market Days 🔹 presented through the Ponchatoula Chamber of Commerce

📍 Florida Parishes Arena - 1301 Northwest Central Avenue, Amite

https://vintagemarketdays.com/market/se-louisiana/index.php‍

10/19: Monster Mash 🔹 coordinated by the St Tammany Health Foundation Parenting Center 🔹 10am-2pm

📍 Bogue Falaya Park, Covington

‍https://www.sthfoundation.org/MonsterMash‍

10/19: Fall Arts + Crafts Market 🔹 hosted by Catholic Daughters of America 2149 supporting Tangi Animal Shelter 🔹 10am - 5pm

📍 Our Lady of Pompeii Catholic Church - 14470 Hwy 442, Tickfaw

10/19: Sunset Symphony on the Lake 🔹 organized by Experience Mandeville, City of Mandeville, Visit the Northshore 🔹 4:30-8pm

📍 Mandeville Lakefront - 2623 Lakeshore Drive

https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/event/sunset-symphony-on-the-lake%3a-an-evening-with-the-lpo/6359/‍

10/23: Downtown Hammond Trick-or-Treat 🔹 curated by the Downtown Development District 🔹 5-7pm

📍 100 Block of North Cypress

‍https://www.dddhammond.com/trickortreat/‍

‍10/27: Special Needs Resource Fair 🔹 hosted by Beyond Gymnastics 🔹 2-4pm

📍 16333 George Oneal Road, Shenandoah (just outside of BR)

‍beyondgymnastics.net‍

‍10/29: Drive-Thru Trunk or Treat 🔹 coordinated by St. John the Baptist Parish 🔹 5:30-6:30pm

📍 Regala Gym -200 Regala Park Road, Reserve

‍https://www.sjbparish.gov/Events-directory/Drive-Thru-Trunk-or-Treat

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November Functions
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Recurring, weekly: Sunshine Club (age 18+) 🔹 life skills, volunteer opportunities, and fun for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities 🔹 hosted by Baton Rouge Recreation and Park Commission (BREC) 🔹 8am - 3:30pm

📍 Tickie Saia Memorial Park - 855 N Donmoor Avenue

https://www.brec.org/calendar/detail/sunshine-club/12942
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Recurring, weekdays: Sunshine Interactive Group (16+) 🔹 adventures, social hours, and learning new skills designed for teens and adults with intellectual disabilities 🔹 hosted by Baton Rouge Recreation and Park Commission (BREC) 🔹 10am - 12pm

📍 North Sherwood Forest Community Park - 3140 N. Sherwood Forest Drive

‍https://www.brec.org/calendar/detail/sunshine-interactive-group/13185‍

Recurring: Loyal To the Soil 🔹 gardening program to grow nutritious foods, socialize, and pass on cross-generational knowledge to younger community members 🔹 hosted by Baton Rouge Recreation and Park Commission (BREC)

📍 9:30am-11am on Wednesdays at Anna T. Jordan Community Park - 1750 Stilt Street

📍 10am-11am on Thursdays at Alsen Park - 601 Old Rafe Mayer Road

Local Events and Activities | BREC.org‍‍

Recurring, Tuesdays: Tea Dance (55+) 🔹 live entertainment, refreshments, and plenty ofdancing along with the opportunity to meet new friends andcatch up with familiar faces in the community 🔹 hosted by Baton Rouge Recreation and Park Commission (BREC) 🔹 12-3pm

📍 Milton J. Womack Park - 6201 Florida Blvd

‍https://www.brec.org/calendar/detail/tea-dance/11047‍

‍11/1: Clay Shoot 2024 🔹 presented by DSAGBR 🔹 9am-12:30pm

📍 Bridgeview Gun Club - 1365 Northwest Drive, Port Allen

‍https://dsagbr.org/event/clay-shoot-2024/‍

‍11/1-/11/3: Antique Trade Days 🔹 hosted by Ponchatoula Chamber of Commerce 🔹 9am-5pm

📍 Ponchatoula Downtown Commuter Parking Lot

‍https://ponchatoulachamber.com/antique-trade-days/‍‍

11/2: Walk to End Alzheimers 🔹 put on by BR Alzheimers Association LA 🔹 doors at 8:15am, event proceeds at 9

📍 6400 Perkins Road

https://act.alz.org/site/SPageServer/?pagename=walk_homepage‍

‍11/2: Savvy Caregivers Super Senior Fest "Taking Care of Me" 🔹 presented by Care Therapy and Savvy Caregivers Network 🔹 10am-2pm

📍 Knights of Columbus Hall - 475 Franklin Avenue

‍https://caretherapy.online/savvy-caregivers‍

‍11/2: 15 Mile Yard Sale 🔹 coordinated by Tangipahoa Tourism

📍 SOUTH END: Husser Fire Dept - 56292 Hwy 445, Husser, LA 70442 • NORTH END: Wilmer Quick Stop - 21526 Highway 10, Kentwood

‍https://www.tangitourism.com/Events‍

‍11/9: Livingston Parish Book Festival 🔹 organized by Livingston Parish Tourism 🔹 11am-4pm

📍 Livingston Parish Library MAIN Branch - 20390 Iowa Street, Livingston

http://www.livingstontourism.com/Events/Details/133‍

11/9 - 11/10: Three Rivers Art Festival 🔹 hosted by City of Covington and Visit the Northshore, featuring St. Tammany Art Association's Art Under the Oaks Market 🔹 10am-5pm

📍 200 Block to 600 Block of Columbia Street

www.covingtonthreeriversartfestival.com/

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11/15: Sunshine Socials: Grateful Gathering 🔹 hosted by Baton Rouge Recreation and Park Commission (BREC) 🔹 6-9pm

Dance the night away with BREC Adaptive and Families Helping Families as we host our monthly Sunshine Socials. Be creative and dress to match each month’s theme. Enjoy dinner, dancing, and door prizes.

📍 Milton J. Womack Park - 6201 Florida Blvd

https://www.brec.org/calendar/detail/sunshine-socials/10416

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11/16: Ladies’ English Tea 🔹 "Join us for a lovely afternoon of English tea, delicious treats, and great company!" 🔹 2-3:30pm

📍 Grace Church of Paulina - 39316 Industrial Park Street

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ladies-english-tea-at-grace-church-of-paulina-tickets-1045655041377

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11/22: White Light Night 🔹 organized by Mid-City Merchants and Visit Baton Rouge 🔹 6-10pm

📍 Mid-City along Government Street

https://www.midcitymerchantsbr.org/events/wln#!directory/map

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11/22: Twilight Symphony 🔹 presented by Notes for Education Northshore 🔹 6:30-10:30pm