Kisses at midnight, “Auld Lang Syne,” fireworks — all traditional components of New Year’s celebrations near and far.
Close to home, Baton Rouge’s official farewell to one year and welcome to the next is Red Stick Revelry. Drawing the community to downtown’s Rhorer Plaza on Wednesday evening, the free event will offer music leading up to the countdown to 2026 and the Red Stick drop. Fireworks over the Mississippi River will cap off the night.
Louisiana First News (NBC33/FOX44) anchor Andre Moreau will host the festivities, with LFN broadcasting its full newscast from the event.
Baton Rouge high-energy, multi-genre band Press 1 for English will lead off the music for Red Stick Revelry at 8 p.m. Wednesday.
But first, Press 1 for English will get the music going on The Crest Stage from 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. After 8 takes over with more party music from 10 p.m. to midnight.
The New Year’s Eve fun doesn’t stop there. Here are other events happening throughout the day and evening. All celebrations are in the Baton Rouge unless otherwise indicated:
RED STICK RISING: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., River Center Branch Library and North Boulevard Town Square. New Year’s Eve fun for the kids, including arts activities, the rising of the Red Stick at noon, an “Auld Lang Syne” singalong and The Amazing Bacon stilt walker.
NOON YEAR’S EVE BALLOON DROP: 10 a.m. to noon, Knock Knock Children’s Museum. It’s a family-friendly event with hands-on activities such as kazoo making, “Looking Back, Leaping Forward” goal reflections, and specialty headbands and crowns making. Topping things off is a balloon drop and confetti blast at noon. $15, general admission; free, members and children younger than 2. Pre-purchasing tickets online for a speedier check-in is recommended. https://knockknockmuseum.org/event/noon-years-eve/.
After 8 will take the stage at 10 p.m. for Red Stick Revelry in downtown Baton Rouge.
ROOFTOP RING IN: 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., River Terrace, Shaw Center for the Arts. It’s a double celebration for the center as it marks the beginning of 2026 and its 20th anniversary. This special fundraising event will feature entertainment by the band Souled Out and Carl Mack Productions, light hors d’oeuvres, bar service featuring specialty cocktails, unique photo ops, and a premier view of the fireworks show over the river. Proceeds will be donated to the maintenance and enhancement fund of the Shaw Center. The Hotel Indigo Downtown Baton Rouge will offer discounted hotel room rates for event attendees. Tickets are $150/person or $1,500 for a reserved table of eight and can be purchased at https://nyeshawcenter.eventbrite.com/.
NEW YEAR’S EVE BASH: 11 p.m. (doors 10:30 p.m.), L’Auberge Casino & Hotel Baton Rouge. Music by Downbeat Louisiana. Must be 21 or older. Ticket includes access to a premium open bar. $81. lbatonrouge.com.
NEW YEAR’S EVE AT THE QUEEN: 10 p.m. to 2 a.m., The Queen Baton Rouge. Live music from The Michael Foster Project, along with jackpot jams with Ma3stro, a live DJ taking requests from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. At midnight, it’s a floorwide Champagne toast, with complimentary Champagne distributed throughout the casino. Pick up complimentary New Year’s Eve party favors on the casino floor from 6 p.m. to midnight (while supplies last). Free shuttle is available from The Queen to Bally’s. For tickets, visit TheQueenBR.com.
NYE AT BALLY’S: 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., Bally’s Baton Rouge Casino. Live entertainment on the casino floor, complimentary midnight Champagne toast. Partygoers can also pick up complimentary New Year’s Eve party favors on the casino floor from 6 p.m. to midnight. (while supplies last). Free shuttle is available from Bally’s to The Queen. https://casinos.ballys.com/baton-rouge/.
News anchor André Moreau will host Red Stick Revelry on New Year’s Eve.
NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY: 7 p.m., Crowne Plaza Baton Rouge. Live performances by the Chase Tyler Band and Wayne Toups, a Louisiana-inspired dinner buffet, and an open bar. crowneplaza.com.
LAUGHS ON THE LOW: 5:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. (reservation required), The Tunnel Speakeasy, Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center. Intimate comedy experience features stand-up, light bites, cocktails and a complimentary Champagne toast. hilton.com,
ALL THAT GLITTERS: NYE ROOFTOP PARTY: 8 p.m. to 2 a.m., The Main Lobby. Live music with Cleave, Alana and a guitarist, 9 p.m. to 11 p.m.; rooftop entertainment featuring DJ Zeus and DJ Strique, 11 p.m. to 2 a.m.; Champagne toast, midnight. Also, signature cocktails and full bar service; elegant NYE dress code encouraged. $28.52. https://www.themainlobbybr.com/.
EMO NIGHT: 8 p.m., Chelsea’s Live. Hear those nostalgic anthems all night. Emo DJ set with Dan Lion, karaoke. 18 years and up. $15. https://www.chelseaslive.com/.
Join the fun at the new Bally’s Baton Rouge to ring in 2026.
THE SOUTHERN SOUL NEW YEAR’S EVE BASH: 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Jewel Newman Community Center. Entertainment by Jaye Hammer, K Morris, Tirvarrus, She Go Hard, Mr. Laid Back and DJ Chika. Free food. $37. ticketleap.events.
THE COUNTDOWN: 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. (doors at 5 p.m.), Holiday Inn-College Drive. Live R&B and jazz by Terrell Griffin & Velvet Audio, open bar and hors d’oeuvres. Also available, late-night breakfast, stay-over packages. (225) 448-2030.
SOJI NEW YEAR’S EVE: 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., Soji: Modern Asian. Pre-dinner reception followed at 7 p.m. by the first course of a six-course wine dinner. Also complimentary Champagne and cash bar. Limited seating available. Starting at $185. https://www.eatsoji.com/.
NEW YEAR’S EVE DANCE: 6:30 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. (doors 6 p.m.), American Legion Post 38. Music by Eddie Smith Band 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Lee Serio Band 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Midnight Champagne toast; cash bar. $25, presale; $30, door. (225) 927-8826.
THE DISCO BALL DROP: A NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION: 9 p.m., Splash Nightclub. Dance anthems with DJ Ruff, performances by Bombshell’s own Miss Thing & Kozmik, free party favors, a complimentary Champagne toast at midnight, a balloon drop with crazy prizes. From $15. eventbrite.com.
NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY: 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., The Mallory, St. Francisville. Crafted cocktails, live music, a mechanical bull, complimentary hors d’oeuvres, midnight fireworks display and complimentary Champagne toast. $42.68. bontempstix.com.
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