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| Birding at Burden |
| Poinsettias & Prosecco |
| Louisiana Lights |
| A Rural Life Christmas |
| Wassailing in Windrush |
| StoryTime at Burden |
| Arbor Day at Burden |
LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens
7 a.m.-9 a.m.
$12.51 per person
Tickets, dates and times at Eventbrite.com
Did you know 320 species of birds have been recorded in and around Burden, including common species, such as northern mockingbirds and ruby-throated hummingbirds, seven different woodpeckers, waterfowl and wading birds, and a variety of resident migratory songbirds?
Grab your birding gear and join us bright and early to catch a glimpse of some of these species on a three-hour guided tour lead by different birding specialists through the birding loops at Burden.
2025 Birding at Burden Dates
November 8
December 6
Tickets available at Eventbrite.com
LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens
November 19
6-9 p.m.
Experience the magic of the season at "Poinsettias & Prosecco," an exclusive 21+ event hosted by the Friends of LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens. Wander through the stunningly lit Windrush Gardens while enjoying delectable small bites and perfectly paired drinks from local restaurants. Delight in live music on the porch of the Burden family home, participate in a live auction, and enjoy delicious desserts.
Tickets available at https://fobgburden.com
Burden Museum & Gardens
Windrush Gardens
Wednesday through Sunday November 28-December 30
with additional openings December 22, 23, 29 and 30
Returning this holiday season, Louisiana Lights will captivate visitors of all ages and take them on a journey through illuminated garden rooms, past a sparkling lake and a shimmering tunnel of light on the grounds of the former Burden family home. A dazzling orchard, scintillating stream, Moravian stars and other stunning surprises will light the way against a backdrop of brilliant, majestic oaks, twinkling crape myrtles and the luminous landscapes of Windrush Gardens at Burden.
Special Nights
Mistletoe & Moss
Gift Market
December 3
Barks & Bright Night
Dogs welcome
December 10
University Night
Show your university ID and receive a 10% discount
December 17
Ticket sales begin September 1.
Available at www.DisoverBurden.com/LaLights
LSU Rural Life Christmas
December 7
11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Celebrate the season at the LSU Rural Life Museum’s 19th-century Louisiana Christmas event. Enjoy live music, skilled artisans, storytellers, and costumed re-enactors bringing holiday traditions to life.
Families can meet Papa Noël, explore festive activities, and immerse themselves in the joyful spirit of the season.
Daytime Portion Admission:
Ages 0–3: Free
Ages 4–11: $6
Ages 12+: $12
LSU Rural Life Museum
December 7, 2025
5-7:30 p.m.
Experience the magic of the holiday season with an enchanting evening of old-world charm at Wassailing in Windrush. Wander the beautifully illuminated Windrush Gardens, where glowing pathways and historic scenery set the stage for a night of festive warmth and tradition.
Culinary Delights: Tastings of traditional and historically inspired holiday morsels. Live music performances by the Greater King David Choir and James Linden Hogg. Enjoy a holiday atmosphere with Illuminated garden paths, warming fires, and charming seasonal ambience.
General Admission: $65
Friends & Docents: $60
This is a pet-free event. Please leave your four legged companions at home.
Join us on Saturday morning to listen to storybook readings and flex your creative muscles! Young children will have a blast interacting with other kids, making arts and crafts, and listening to stories. Little ones also receive a book to take home with them. Every half hour, we switch between stories and crafts to keep young children interested and engaged. Best suited for children ages 3-8, but children of all ages are welcome! Admission is free. No registration is required.
StoryTime in the Garden is held one Saturday a month from September through May.
December 13
January 17
February 14
March 14
April 11
May 9
LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens
Saturday, January 17
9 a.m-1 p.m.
We partner with Baton Rouge Green to bring you the best Arbor Day celebration ever!
Join us for tree climbing with Bofinger's Tree Service, a scavenger hunt, ax throwing, shopping with local vendors and even a chance to meet Smokey Bear. Plant your very own tree in the Burden Woods and track its growth using GPS coordinates! Planting trees are limited to one per family. The trees you plant help reforest the Burden Woods after previous hurricane seasons.
Baton Rouge Green will host their annual tree giveaway in conjunction with Arbor Day. Giveaway trees are limited to one per household.