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Baton Rouge
Sunday, March 29th, 2026
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 29th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Miss LSU 2026 pageant is set to take place this weekend, where contestants will compete for the crown at the university venue in Baton Rouge. The event will showcase local talent and bring the community together. WAFB 9
- ➤ Zach Bryan headlined a sold-out concert at LSU stadium on Saturday night+ fans traveled from out of state to join lively tailgate festivities before the show. WAFB 9
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students competed at the 14th Louisiana Elementary Math and Coding Olympiad held Saturday at Kenilworth Science and Technology Academy, where math and coding challenges and STEM workshops engaged learners, and teachers received gift cards for top performers — reflecting the community’s focus on academic achievement. WBRZ
- ➤ Period at LSU, a student club founded by Ava McCombs, is hosting a general body meeting on campus today to raise awareness about period poverty and menstrual health in Baton Rouge—also packaging period products for local women’s shelters. LSU Reveille
- ➤ Students from St. Amant High School Agriscience and FFA hosted a farmer’s market on Saturday at the school greenhouse, selling vegetables, herbs, house plants, and fruit trees. The event featured carpentry projects, local vendors, food trucks, and attractions for children like photos with the Easter Bunny + a petting zoo. WBRZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU softball rallied for a 3-1 win against No. 3 Oklahoma on Saturday at Tiger Park after dropping Friday's opener in extra innings. A two-run home run by Kylee Edwards evened the series, and the final game will begin tomorrow at 11 a.m. CT. LSU Reveille
- ➤ After a Sweet Sixteen loss to Duke, LSU Women's Basketball prepares for an offseason turnaround as seniors exit + Coach Mulkey plans to boost the team with fresh Big talent, including 2026 commitment forward Lola Lampley. LSU Reveille
- ➤ LSU baseball beat Kentucky 7-0 today at Alex Box Stadium in Baton Rouge with Mason Braun hitting his second home run of the season and Zac Cowan earning an 11-out save (series decider). First pitch for the next game is at noon CT. LSU Reveille
- ➤ LSU softball upset No. 5 Oklahoma 3-1 at Tiger Park as Kylee Edwards hit her fourth home run and Jayden Heavener pitched well to even the series, setting up tomorrow's rubber match at 11 a.m. Head Coach Beth Torina praised Heavener's performance. WBRZ
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Black Jacket Symphony: Led Zeppelin IV Live
7:30-9 p.m. — Raising Cane's River Center — Ticket pricing varies — Experience Led Zeppelin IV performed live in its entirety along with other classic hits.
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Billy Idol: A Documentary Journey
2:00 – 3:58 PM — Manship Theatre — $9.50 — Explore the life of punk rocker Billy Idol, from his rise as an icon to overcoming struggles in the music industry.
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St. Paul & The Broken Bones Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Chelsea's Live — Tickets from $334 — Experience a can't-miss live show featuring St. Paul and The Broken Bones in Baton Rouge.
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Corey Kent Live in Concert
8-10:30 p.m. — Texas Club — Tickets starting at $57 — Experience the electrifying performance of Corey Kent in a premier Baton Rouge venue.
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LSU Tigers vs. Arizona Wildcats Softball
5-6 p.m. — Tiger Park — Tickets from $48 — Catch exciting collegiate softball action in Baton Rouge as the Tigers face off against the Wildcats.
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LSU Concert Orchestra & Percussion Ensemble Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — LSU Student Union Theater — Ticketed event — Experience a captivating evening with the LSU Concert Orchestra and Percussion Ensemble featuring diverse repertoire.
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LFAA State 3D Championship
Event Duration — Waddill Wildlife Refuge — $40 for adults, $30 for juniors — Compete in a thrilling archery challenge featuring 20 to 25 targets at known distances.
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TRENDS in Baton Rouge Real Estate Seminar
Where Baton Rouge gets the "dirt" on all things real estate! We'll break-down the market to examine what's happening in each of the industry segments of residential, multifamily, office, industrial, retail, finance, and feature keynote from Dr. Loren Scott
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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire
12:30-2:30 p.m. — Raising Cane's River Center — Tickets available — Experience the thrill of your favorite monster trucks come to life.
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Bridgerton - The Final Farewell
2-5 p.m. — Shaw Center for the Arts — $85 — Immerse yourself in a Bridgerton-inspired afternoon filled with florals, cocktails, and the chance to be crowned the Season's Diamond.
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