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Nov 19th 0 Dec 21st (Gonzales) – CPKC Holiday Train
Nov 28th – Dec 30th (Baton Rouge) – Zoo Lights
Nov 28th – Dec 28th (Livingston) – Merriest Mile
Dec 5th – (Baton Rouge) – Festival of Lights
Dec 6th – Jan 4th (Baton Rouge) – Coca-Cola Christmas
Dec 11th – Dec 30th (Baton Rouge) – Ice Skating on the River
Are you looking for a fun activity to do with the family to get everyone into the holiday spirit? The Baton Rouge Zoo Lights display will be right up your alley. Enjoy the festivities among thousands of dazzling and twinkling lights, featuring animal themes and plenty of holiday fun. On both Friday and Saturday evenings during the holiday season, Santa Claus himself will be present to greet and delight all the youngsters.
The displays will run from November 28th to December 30th, closing only on Christmas Eve and Day, from 5:30 to 8:00 every night. The prices cannot be beat, with adult admission for just $5, seniors for $4, and kids and zoo members at only $3. Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health also offers a nonperishable food donation program, allowing for 50% off the admission price. Bring the family, come on down, celebrate the community, and join us at 13350 Highway 19, in Baker, LA 70714.
What better way to kick the holidays into high gear than with the Festival of Lights! This year, Santa, Mrs. Claus, and Mayor Sid Edwards will be lighting a 25-foot tree on Friday, December 5th, just after dark. The night will be filled with holiday festivities, including arts and crafts, ice skating, 10 tons of imported snow for the youngsters, and a finale to the night with fireworks over the Mississippi. For this special event, Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available for pictures as they will be present in the Senate of the Capitol. With so much to do, get everyone in the family out and take advantage of all of the fun.
Get ready to make memories that truly sparkle this holiday season! We are thrilled to share an absolutely magical Louisiana Christmas experience with you, The Merriest Mile! This spectacular mile-long, drive-through light show at the Livingston Parish Fairgrounds was born from the vision of two Christmas-loving dads who wanted to create something special for their kids.
The Merriest Mile is one of Louisiana’s most enchanting and spectacular Christmas excursions, which are the highlight of the season. It’s more than just a light show—it’s a mile-long journey into the heart of holiday wonder, featuring the breathtaking 50-foot MegaTree with over 30,000 LED lights dancing in perfect rhythm to your favorite festive tunes. Forget the cold, the entire spectacle is enjoyed from the warmth and comfort of your car, turning a simple drive into an unforgettable, immersive sensory experience for the whole family.
All aboard for the North Pole, it’s that time of the season! Let’s get ready for a magical evening celebrating the holidays! The 2025 CPKC Holiday Train is set to travel across seven cities in Louisiana, from November 19 to December 21, bringing music, lights, and community spirit. It will make stops in 7 cities across Louisiana to raise money, food, and awareness for local food banks.
The iconic CPKC Holiday Train has been a powerful force for good since its first journey in 1999, embodying the true spirit of giving. It has successfully raised over $26 million and collected approximately 5.4 million pounds of food for food banks across both the U.S. and Canada. All attendees are invited to a free, festive concert featuring professional musicians performing right from the train. In the spirit of the season, guests are encouraged to contribute to families facing hardship by bringing a monetary donation or a heart-healthy food item. So bring the whole family out and let’s enjoy the spirit of the holidays, while doing good!
It’s important to spend as much time with our grandparents as possible. Unfortunately, life can get in the way, and we fail to prioritize them. Below are several tips from our staff here at At Home Care of Louisiana on making this the perfect holiday season for grandma and grandpa. We hope this inspires you to cherish, love, and honor your elderly loved ones, always. If you are looking for senior care in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, please contact us today for a free care assessment.
Sure, anyone can give a gift, but the question is can you give one that lights up the receiver’s soul? The first thing you should consider is the nature of your relationship with your grandparents. You may have shared wonderful memories or bonded over some commonality. There are also different occasions which dictate what type of present should be given. Sure, it’s the holiday season, but perhaps they recently had a birthday or anniversary. It’s always the thought behind the gift you chose that counts the most.
Home videos are a fantastic way to relive our shared moments. While watching, there may be memories you may have forgotten. And truth be told, when was the last time you watched those home videos anyways. What fun it will be to see grandma and grandpa’s faces light up with joy! It’s important to remember many seniors suffer from social isolation, so spending time recounting memories of old is a way to make them feel wanted and appreciated. It will be a reminder that we are still making memories!
Watching Christmas lights go off in sequence is a tradition many people enjoy. When we were kids, we used to love coming up with creative ways to put up our own decorations, spend hours trying to figure out how to make them work, and watch them all light up at once! Take your elderly loved ones on a tour of holiday lights around the town. It’s truly remarkable how much time, effort, and meaning people put into their Christmas decorations. If your grandparents are active and still able to walk around, what better way to get some exercise. If they have mobility restrictions, take them on a stroll in the car. Either way, they’ll love and cherish you taking them out.
Baking is a fun hobby. It can also be a great way to spend time with the people you love. Make sure you and your grandparents perform the whole process together, from deciding on the receipt, going to the grocery store, and, of course, baking. In Italian, a tavola non si invecchia means “you don’t get old at the table.” When sharing a holiday meal with your elderly loved ones, it feels like time has stopped.
We live in a world where everything is a distraction. From our cell phones to advertisements, something is trying to capture your attention everywhere you look. It can be challenging to really hear what others are saying with all the noise. There’s no better way to find out what would make the holidays special than simply asking your grandparents what they wish to do. Listening is not just about hearing what people say, but it’s also about trying to understand their feelings, as well.
We hope this article inspires you to make your elderly loved ones’ holiday season the best yet! Put the phone away, turn your out-of-office notification on, and focus on being present with your whole family. We promise you won’t regret it! If you are looking for home care in Baton Rouge, please contact us today for a free care assessment. We are excited to meet you and your family. Happy holidays!