Layered in rich history and unexpected experiences around every corner, Baton Rouge invites you to host your next meeting in Louisiana’s capital city. With a diverse mix of hotels and flexible meeting venues, award-winning museums, bold restaurants, and a thriving arts and culture scene, meetings here come with built-in opportunities to connect, explore, and recharge beyond the conference hall. Conveniently served by Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport, multiple airlines offer direct flights into Baton Rouge, connecting our city to several major hubs for easy access.
Baton Rouge offers a collection of hotels and venues designed to bring your vision to life. Whether you’re planning a conference, a gala, or an intimate gathering, the city has spaces to match every need. From downtown spaces overlooking the mighty Mississippi River to historic properties and modern facilities, everything feels connected and seamless. With easy access to nearby dining and attractions, downtown’s walkability helps meetings stay focused and on schedule while still leaving room to experience the city on foot.
At the center of Baton Rouge’s meetings scene is the Raising Cane’s River Center, the city’s convention and events complex located along the banks of the Mississippi River. With more than 200,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, the complex offers endless opportunities for planners to enhance their agenda with moments that feel elevated without feeling pretentious. From second lines and live bands to stilt walkers and photo ops with baby gators, these experiences add energy and are sure to please any crowd.
Once the day’s sessions wrap, Baton Rouge gives meetings room to breathe. Attendees can step out to explore a food scene rooted in Cajun and Creole traditions, tour museums like the Old State Capitol or the USS Kidd Veterans Museum, or unwind with live music that spills into the streets. A visit to MICHELIN-recognized Elsie’s Plate & Pie is a must, serving up sweet and savory pies alongside longtime local favorites in a welcoming neighborhood setting. Step inside one of the city’s museums and be transported through Louisiana’s past, or experience the sounds of live blues that define Baton Rouge as a hub for authentic swamp blues.
Behind every successful meeting in Baton Rouge is a team dedicated to helping planners bring it all together. Visit Baton Rouge serves as a boots-on-the-ground partner throughout the planning process, offering support with site visits, hotel sourcing, venue and activity suggestions, and connections to trusted local vendors. From the early planning stages through onsite execution, planners benefit from a team that knows the city inside and out.
Baton Rouge is more than just a capital city. It’s a standout destination that surprises planners and attendees alike, blending productivity with personality in a way that feels authentic and memorable. Long after the final keynote speech, the experience lingers. Start planning your next meeting and submit your RFP at VisitBatonRouge.com
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 Contact: Geraldine Bordelon, CMP , Senior Vice President of Destination Sales Geraldine serves as the senior vice president of destination sales for Visit Baton Rouge, overseeing all meetings, conventions, sports, and global sales for the organization. 225-382-3587 | geraldine@visitbatonrouge.com
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