Fifolet Halloween Parade to Move to Friday Night
The 16th annual Baton Rouge parade shifts to a new evening schedule starting this Friday at 7 p.m.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Seasonal Events
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The 16th annual Fifolet Halloween Festival Parade is set to take place this Friday in downtown Baton Rouge. Organizers transitioned the event to a 7 p.m. Friday start time to avoid scheduling conflicts with Louisiana State University home games.
Why it matters
The scheduling shift ensures the festival can continue its long-standing tradition in downtown Baton Rouge without competing with other major city events. This change helps maintain the event's prominence while accommodating the local sports calendar.
The festival is currently in its 16th year of operation in Baton Rouge. To date, the organization has provided over 8,000 costumes to children in the local community.
The players
10/31 Consortium
This is the non-profit organization that manages the annual Fifolet Halloween Festival.
Johnny Ahysen
He serves as the grand marshal for this year's downtown parade.
Brittany King
She is the current parade queen representing the festival participants.
Dean Andrus
He serves as the parade king for the 16th annual celebration.
The details
The parade lineup will feature a variety of entertainment, including local dance troupes, marching bands, and floats. Organizers have maintained a strict no-beads policy for the parade participants.
Timeline
The Fifolet Halloween Festival Parade takes place this Friday at 7 p.m.
Industry Dynamics
The parade shift mirrors the broader challenge of managing large-scale cultural events within a city heavily influenced by the Louisiana State University football schedule. This transition highlights the necessity of strategic scheduling to ensure public attendance remains high during peak local activity.
Attendees should prepare for an evening event, as the parade now starts at 7 p.m. on Friday night. Because participation is free, interested residents are encouraged to arrive early in downtown Baton Rouge to secure a spot for the floats and marching bands.
The takeaway
The move to Friday evening offers a fresh schedule for downtown families while successfully sidestepping major traffic conflicts. Participants should note the no-beads policy and plan for the new 7 p.m. start time accordingly.
Further reading
Learn more about upcoming festivities in the Baton Rouge Seasonal Events section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Advocate.
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