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Searching for enjoyable ways to welcome the new year in Baton Rouge? Whether you’re celebrating alone or with loved ones, there are a multitude of thrilling options to say goodbye to 2024. Here are several ideas to commemorate the new year, featuring live music, family-friendly activities, and beyond.
Family-friendly Entertainment
Main Event’s New Year’s Eve Celebration: Children can partake in arts and competitions, including a sundae eating contest and a balloon grab with rewards. Tickets are priced at $18.95 for children and $35 for adults. Open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Main Event Baton Rouge, 6401 Bluebonnet Boulevard.
Create Your Own New Year Drum: Prior to the Red Stick Rising kids’ ball drop at noon, youngsters can visit the library to craft their own New Year’s drum. Suitable for ages 5 to 11, while supplies last. Open from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., River Center Branch Library, 250 North Boulevard.
Noon Year’s Eve: The Knock Knock Museum will host its annual Noon Year’s Eve celebration on Tuesday, Dec. 31, with a ball drop at noon complete with confetti and engaging activities. Free for members and regular admission for non-members. Open from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Knock Knock Children’s Museum, 1900 Dalrymple Drive.
Red Stick Rising: Kids can enjoy creative activities and sing along to “Auld Lang Syne” during the traditional New Year’s Eve celebration at the River City Library and Town Square. The Amazing Bacon stilt walker will also make an appearance, and a 9-foot LED-lighted Red Stick will ascend above Town Square at noon. River Center Branch Library, 250 North Boulevard.
Red Stick Revelry
Red Stick Revelry: The city will lower a 9-foot LED-lighted Red Stick in Town Square at midnight, followed by fireworks over the Mississippi River. The event runs from 8 p.m. to midnight at Rhorer Plaza and North Boulevard Town Square.
NYE Parties and Additional Events
Ever After Party: Attire in fairytale costumes and dance to the tunes of DJ Affiliated. Enjoy complimentary champagne, prizes, and a midnight balloon drop. Designed for ages 18+. Tickets are $20. Splash Nightclub, 2183 Highland Road.
The Final Toast: Experience live music, a DJ, and a champagne toast at the stroke of midnight. General admission is $30, which includes two complimentary drink tickets. The Main Lobby, 668 Main Street.
Complimentary New Year’s Eve Party: General admission is free. Those who purchase the 2 for $75 VIP package will receive complimentary food, champagne, New Year’s Eve photos, access to the red carpet, and the ability to skip lines. Running from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m., The Basin Music Hall, 336 3rd Street.
Hilton’s New Year’s Eve Party: The hotel will host a Gatsby-themed New Year’s Eve celebration featuring live dueling pianos performed by 88ReasonsWhy. Tickets range from $125 to $200 and include a dinner and breakfast buffet, champagne toast, and a fireworks display from both ballrooms. Open from 6:30 p.m. until midnight at Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center, 201 Lafayette Street.
Laughs on the Low, A Speakeasy Comedy Show: Enjoy some laughs before heading out for your midnight festivities. Featuring comedians, light snacks, and complimentary champagne. Tickets are priced at $100. Running from 5:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., The Tunnel, 201 Lafayette Street.
New Year’s Eve Bash: Join in for dancing, complimentary food, champagne, and party favors, in addition to VIP table options featuring premium liquor. Tickets begin at $25. From 8 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Club Raggs, 2605 Plank Road.
Rooftop New Year Celebration: Celebrate the New Year at the Shaw Center for the Arts, featuring an open bar, hors d’oeuvres, live music from the Mixed Nuts Band, and a fireworks showcase from the 4th floor River Terrace. Ticket prices range from $150 to $1,500. Open from 8:30 p.m. to midnight at Shaw Center for the Arts, 100 Lafayette Street.
Tsunami’s Blizzard Bash: Guests can relish food and specialty drinks while watching the fireworks display over the Mississippi. This event is situated atop the Shaw Center in Downtown Baton Rouge, boasting both indoor and outdoor seating. Tickets range from $35 to $135. Open from 7 p.m. to midnight, Shaw Center for the Arts, 100 Lafayette Street.
Werewolf at L’Auberge Event Center: The cover band will perform 80s hits during this annual New Year’s Eve celebration. Tickets are priced at $75, with an open bar available. Doors open at 10:30 p.m. at L’Auberge Casino, 777 L’Auberge Avenue.
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