Summer on the Westside!

July 2024

Celebrate the 4th of July in West Baton Rouge!

The 4th of July is almost here and that means it’s time for West Baton Rouge’s July 4th Fest in Downtown Port Allen! There will be all sorts of great food, a magic show, water slides, space walks, and face painting. There will be live music from 5-6:30pm by Rockin’ Mozart School of Music Youth Bands and from 7-10pm music by Foret Tradition! And don’t miss the fireworks show at 9pm! This event is brought to you by WBR Parks and Recreation. Don’t miss this fun, free celebration for the whole family!

4th of July

Bingo Night!

Get ready to shout B.I.N.G.O! Join us for an evening of fun on July 2nd from 6pm-7:30pm at the West Baton Rouge Library- South Branch. You can arrive at 6:00pm for seating and light refreshments. Registration opens June 10th to ages 18 and up. Register online!

GAMES

Historical Happy Hour!

Join the West Baton Rouge Museum on Friday, July 19, from 6-8pm for Historical Happy Hour. This month’s Happy Hour will feature an energetic performance by Blue Crab Redemption. This fun summer concert for all ages and will be sure to have the audience wanting to dance and sing along to all the songs they know.

MUSIC

Make a Splash!

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

Port Allen Community
Alexander Park
Joe Myhand
Erwinville Park

SUMMER FUN

R ecipes from the Westside

Nana's Potato Salad

This flavorful and comforting potato salad is perfect for all your July celebrations! Bring it to your 4th of July celebrations and pair it with your favorite BBQ.

Recipe: Nana's Potato Salad

Courtesy: Benedetto's Market - 6651 LA 1 South, Addis

Photos from the Westside

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Photo Feature – Check out this shot of a beautiful owl by West Baton Rouge resident, Glen Daigle!

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