Welcome to Baton Rouge!

Reunion Itinerary

Day 1: Thursday, July 16, 2026

Welcome to Baton Rouge! This is a day to travel and get situated. Check-in time for the Origin Hotel is 4:00 p.m. When you arrive, your Louisiana cousins will greet you with some Louisiana swag! If you ordered a reunion t-shirt, it will be available for pickup at the check-in desk.

Welcome to the Red Stick!

Here's a list of a few local spots around the city. Each one has its own charm and vibe. There's something here for everyone!

Coffee:

Breakfast:

Passe (located in the hotel lobby)
Simple Joe Cafe
Elsie's Plate and Pie

Grab a Bite:

Take a Tour:

21 & Older:

L'Auberge Casino and Hotel
Belle of Baton Rouge Casino and Hotel
Mother's Lounge (LGBT friendly)
Brickyard South Bar & Patio

Family Game Night:

Family Game Night Registration Link
Karaoke Night

Day 2: Friday, July 17, 2026

Good Morning Y'all! Breakfast is on your own, but we've got plenty of great food spots to choose from. Take some time to check out some of our hidden gems to see why we love living in Baton Rouge!

Activities:

Fish Fry & Karaoke
Location: 318 Montrachet Drive, Port Allen, LA 70767

Day 3: Saturday, July 18, 2026

Whether you're coming to enjoy the food, games, or silent auction artwalk, we've got something for everyone! We'll meet up at the West Baton Rouge Soccer Complex at 11:00 am. Plan to stay all day for good old-fashioned family fun and some friendly competition sprinkled on top!

Food & Drinks: We're having an old-fashioned family picnic with some of the best BBQ you've ever had! Come dressed in your best cowboy attire (Cowboy hats and boots encouraged). We'll provide the food and non-alcoholic drinks. If you want alcohol, please BYOB; however, glass is not allowed at the soccer complex.

Activities:

Kickball
Volleyball
Tug of War
Table/Card Games
Musical Chairs
Horseshoe Toss
Cornhole
Polaroid Family Tree
Silent Art Auction

Sunday, July 19, 2026

Please join us for church at Living Faith Christian Center. Service begins at 10:15 AM.

Living Faith Christian Center

6375 Winbourne Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70805

JWB & Lena Smith Family Reunion 2026