Good morning, Baton Rouge.

The Epic Connect hosted its Grinchmas Christmas Giveaway last Sunday at Anna T.

Jordan Community Park, where families enjoyed food, live music, free toys, an animal exhibit, free coats, photos with Santa and the Grinch, 50 crockpots for families, and a raffle sleepover for up to 10 kids.

Baton Rouge shelters are preparing a cold weather plan to help residents stay safe as temperatures drop + officials say centers will offer heated spaces when needed.

A Baton Rouge non-profit is asking for donations ahead of its upcoming holiday event that will help local homeless individuals & more details on timing and location are expected soon.

The Southern University Human Jukebox Marching Band earned ESPN Band of the Year on Dec.

14, 2025. Directed by Kedric Taylor — the band was chosen as the top finalist among groups from Florida A&M, Miles College, and Fayetteville State.

Manship Theatre will host Amahl and the Night Visitors to celebrate the holiday season in Baton Rouge—performances are scheduled for Dec.

19 and 20 at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 21 at 3 p.m.

Two Baton Rouge shelters — St. Vincent de Paul and The Salvation Army — are open to help residents as temperatures dropped overnight, with libraries and community centers also offering warmth.

The National Weather Service advises caution with a cold alert from 9 p.m. Sunday to 9 a.m. Monday as experts urge protection for pets, plants, and pipes.

Doctors at Baton Rouge General are using spray-on skin technology to help burn patients recover faster with less pain and better cosmetic results.

The treatment turns a small skin sample into a cellular spray that now serves as a new care method for burns and other complex wounds.

LSU has begun a new era with Lane Kiffin at the helm, promising to bring discipline and new tactics to boost the football program (local insiders note several behind-the-scenes adjustments) while keeping season-ticket prices steady and unveiling the 2026 schedule.

LSU women’s basketball beat Louisiana Tech 87-61 at the Smoothie King Center on Saturday.

Coach Kim Mulkey said her team recovered quickly — led by Mikaylah Williams scoring 19 points — and will play Morgan State on Tuesday, Dec. 16 at 11 a.m. at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.

The Nutcracker - A Tale From The Bayou

6-9 p.m. — Raising Cane's River Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting story of 'The Nutcracker' like never before as it unfolds in the bayou setting.

The Nutcracker - A Tale From The Bayou

2:00 – 2:01 PM — Raising Cane's River Center — Prices set by resellers — Experience a unique blend of holiday magic and Southern charm in this captivating performance.

Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland

7-9:30 p.m. — Raising Cane's River Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical blend of circus artistry and holiday cheer for the season.

Skating On the River

11:59 p.m. – 1:29 a.m. — Raising Cane's River Center Arena — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the holiday season with Baton Rouge's favorite winter tradition of skating on the river.

Parish County Line Concert

9:00 – 10:30 PM — Texas Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartfelt country music of Parish County Line in an intimate setting.

Alabama State vs. LSU Women's Basketball

3:00 – 4:30 PM — Pete Maravich Assembly Center — Free trial available — Watch the undefeated LSU Tigers face off against the Alabama State Lady Hornets in an exciting college basketball matchup.

Surreal In The Stacks Craft Event

4:30-7:30 p.m. — East Baton Rouge Parish Library — Free entry — Get creative and craft your own surreal costume at this imaginative community event.