March 15

Red Carpet Gala | Manship Theatre

Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Shaw Center for the Arts, Manship Theatre and the community support that makes it all possible. This year, the annual fundraising gala will feature world-renowned singer Matteo Bocelli. manshiptheatre.org

March 22

Louisiana Red Beans & Rice Festival | Downtown

Bring the whole family out on Red Beans & Rice Day for an afternoon spent appreciating our rich Louisiana culture and cuisine with live music, cooking competitions, activities for kids and more. louisianaredbeansandricefest.org

Great Futures Gala | Capitol Park Museum

Feeling lucky? Take a gamble at Club Blue’s annual Great Futures Gala, with a Casino Royale theme this year. Enjoy an open bar, live music and more, all in celebration of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Louisiana. clubbluebr.com

Zapp’s International Beerfest XX | LSU Rural Life Museum

This Saturday afternoon event invites guests to revel in the spring weather with tastings of more than 200 domestic and international brews along with local bites, all in support of the LSU Rural Life Museum. lsu.edu/rurallife

Touch a Truck | BREC State Fairgrounds

Get up close and personal with vehicles of all kinds at this kid-focused, hands-on event hosted by the Junior League of Baton Rouge, complete with a Dig Zone, scavenger hunt and more. juniorleaguebr.org/touch-a-truck

March 27

Stars for a Cause | L’Auberge Casino & Hotel

The women of Quota BR are hosting an evening to remember benefiting the Capital Area Court Appointed Special Advocates and featuring a men’s fashion show, live and silent auctions of celebrity memorabilia and more. quotabr.org

March 29

Holi Festival | Repentance Park

The annual Festival of Colors will return to Baton Rouge to celebrate the arrival of spring. Considered one of the most revered festivals in India, the whole family is invited to the festive day filled of colors, unity and Indian culture. holifestivalbr.com

March 30

Igniting Hope Gala | Renaissance Hotel

Support Unbound Now’s mission to assist survivors of human trafficking in the Baton Rouge area at the organization’s first-ever Igniting Hope Gala. The cocktail event will celebrate the organization’s work to empower survivors. unboundnow.org/louisiana

An Evening of Musical Exploration | Main Library at Goodwood

The Baton Rouge Concert Band will return for its spring performance, which will bring listeners on a journey by showcasing a wide range of musical styles, including American classics, dance music and more. brcb.org