Storybook Soiree
Save the date for Thursday, October 8th, 2026!
Hear Ye, Hear Ye –
Knock Knock’s Annual Storybook Soirée
Step back in time to the Renaissance era and join us for a magical night of fundraising, inspired by King Arthur and the Sword in the Stone!
Knock Knock Children’s Museum’s annual Storybook Soiree keeps the magic of playful learning alive for children in our community. Every year, this highly anticipated event supports Knock Knock Children’s Museum’s programs, initiatives, and facility enhancements, and we are grateful for your continuous support!
Storybook Soirée is our most critical fundraiser of the year, raising essential funds for the museum. Each year, Knock Knock must raise 50% of its operating budget through donations and events like Storybook Soirée. Your support funds this gap and provides opportunities for all children and families to learn through play!
Attendees partied like the gods for a great cause during an epic evening filled with multiple open bars, divine bites from Baton Rouge’s top restaurants, dancing to the sounds of DJ Bird, and exciting live and silent auctions. Guests also tested their skills with games fit for the fiercest Olympians, making the night both entertaining and impactful.
Heroes come in all shapes and sizes, and we appreciate every one of you who support us!
Can’t make this magical night? You can still support us by donating, and be sure keep an eye out for updates on this year’s event!
Event Details
WHAT: Knock Knock Children’s Museum’s Storybook Soirée – A Grown-Up Gala
WHEN: Thursday, October 8, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
WHERE: Knock Knock Children’s Museum, 1900 Dalrymple Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
WHY: To raise funds for Knock Knock Children’s Museum programs and initiatives, including Access for All and Play for All, and pay for programs and improvements to our 18 Learning Zones and our Big Backyard.
THEME: The Legends of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table
ATTIRE: Cocktail or Costume – Calling all noble knights, fairies, sorceresses, mythical creatures, and kings and queens!
Purchase Tickets Now
Early Bird Tickets are NOW AVAILABLE! Secure your ticket for Baton Rouge’s most royal, adventurous, and playful party of the year!
Guests must be 21+ to attend.
Join Our Host Committee
Join Knock Knock Children’s Museum 2026 Storybook Soirée: A Grown-Up Gala’s Host Committee! Your involvement will inspire others as we prepare for this year’s annual fundraising gala. Each Host Committee member receives
- Four (4) Storybook Soirée tickets
- Recognition on invitation, website, social media, and event signage
- Discounts on additional tickets
Join the noble adventure and become a Host Committee member today!
Become an Event Sponsor
The Museum relies on philanthropic donations and generosity from local businesses and organizations. We’re inviting YOU to sponsor this extraordinary event to keep the magic alive at Knock Knock for children in our community!
Thank you to our Host Committee
Mi Mi and Larry “Chip” Bankston
Katie and Ryan Bliss
Brandie and Brandon Bourgeois
Aza and Tim Bowlin
Kate and Tee Brown
Heather and Andy Bush
Katherine and Benjamin Dampf
Angelle Brown and Spence Dilworth
Staci and Craig Duhe’
Kasey and William Eglin
Ashley and Levar Greenhouse
Kodi and David Guillory
Sally and Corey Hargrove
Kelli and Anthony Harton
Jennifer and Wes Hataway
Emilia and Jake Henry
Anna and Lyle Hitt
Rivers and Kevin Hughey
Michelle and Jordan Hultberg
Natalie and Grant Jenkins
Rebecca and Allen Jenkins
Erica and Jay Johnson
Catherine and Kevin Katzenmeyer
Erin and Parker Kilgore
Anna Kathryne and Brian Kronenberger
Alex and Beau Layfield
Elizabeth and Chris Martin
Christina and Jamar Melton
Natalee and Dax Menge
Casey and Stephen Miller
Shelby and Connor Miller
Conway and Robert Pettit
Christina and Ransom Pipes
Lexie and Michael Polito
Sally and Palmer Rinehart
Kacy and Arthur Scanlan III
Charlotte Sams
Dr. Kaia Simmons
Hayden and Taylor Smith
Emalee and Michael Sotile
Maureen and Cody Stevens
Yen Van Vo and Jonathan Stone
Rae Vasquez and Dylan Alge
Kim and Mike Wampold
Camille and Jake Wharton
Thank you to our 2026 Sponsors
Presenting Co-Sponsors
The Editors
The Writers
Butler Snow • First Horizon Bank • First National Bank of Louisiana • Gallagher • Lamar Advertising • The Miller Group Wealth Strategies of Raymond James
The Illustrators
ATMOS Energy • BATON ROUGE CLINIC • GMFS • Hancock Whitney • Louisiana Mid-Continent Oil & Gas Association (LMOGA) • Paula Davis • STAR Service, Inc • Valluzzo Companies • Relief Windows • Westwood
In-Kind
Xdesign • Truly Haute • Guaranty Media
Experience the Magic of Our Grown-Up Gala
