The Red Stick Weekend Guide - August 22nd, 23rd & 24th 2025

Live music is rolling strong this weekend in Baton Rouge with a soulful mix of jazz, country, zydeco, blues, and more. The Red Stick Weekend Guide is our top picks around Baton Rouge to keep you grooving all weekend long.

Friday, August 22nd - Red Stick Weekend Guide

Sam Russo (Rock/Soul)

📍 Court To Table | 🕕 6:00 PM

A blend of rock grit and soulful grooves to start your weekend off right at Court to Table.

Eddie Smith (Variety/Dance)

📍 El Paso Denham | 🕡 6:30 PM

High-energy dance-floor favorites from Eddie Smith for a lively evening at El Paso Denham.

Kyle Wilson (Country/Roots)

📍 Le Chien Brewing Co. | 🕡 6:30 PM

Roots-driven country tunes paired perfectly with local brews.

Shane Madere & Laurie Whitney (Acoustic/Variety)

📍 Bin 77 | 🕖 7:00 PM

Acoustic harmonies and crowd-pleasing covers in a cozy wine bar setting.

Highwater // Carter Hampton // KG & The Rawhide (Country/Alt)

📍 Mid City Ballroom | 🕘 9:00 PM

A stacked lineup of country and alt artists sharing the stage in the heart of Mid City.

Sweet Southern Heat (R&B/Soul)

📍 Churchill's | 🕘 9:00 PM

Smooth R&B and soul jams to keep the night flowing at Churchills.

Saturday, August 23rd - Red Stick Weekend Guide

Brian Rittenhouse (Country/Variety)

📍 T'Quilas Denham | 🕕 6:00 PM

Country classics and variety hits in a relaxed setting at T'Quilas Denham.

Cam Pyle (Acoustic/Variety)

📍 18 Steak at L’Auberge | 🕖 7:00 PM

Laid-back acoustic vibes with a soulful touch, perfect for a classy dinner spot.

Jamie Berzas & Cajun Tradition (Cajun)

📍 Ric Seeling Dance Studio | 🕢 7:30 PM

Authentic Cajun music made for two-stepping and good times.

South of Central (Variety)

📍 Backstreet Lounge | 🕗 8:00 PM

Upbeat variety set spanning rock, pop, and everything in between at Backstreet Lounge.

Unselfish Lovers of the Blues (Blues/R&B)

📍 Phil Brady's | 🕗 8:00 PM

Blues with soul, a perfect night at one of Baton Rouge’s classic music bars.

Wayne Toups // Justin Cornett (Zydeco)

📍 The Texas Club | 🕘 9:00 PM

Zydeco legend Wayne Toups teams up with Justin Cornett for a powerhouse Saturday night.

Sunday, August 24th - Red Stick Weekend Guide

Brady George (Acoustic/Variety)

📍 Leola's Café | 🕚 11:00 AM

Acoustic brunch tunes to ease into your Sunday at Leola's.

John Autin // Grace Darling (Jazz/Blues)

📍 Jubans | 🕚 11:00 AM

Jazz and blues over a fine meal at Jubans.

Songwriter Sundays (Showcase)

📍 La Divina Italian Café | 🕔 5:00 PM

An intimate showcase of local songwriters sharing originals.

The Jeff Bajon Project (Variety)

📍 Pizza Byronz | 🕠 5:30 PM

A fun, upbeat set of variety tunes with a relaxed neighborhood vibe.

The Andy Pizzo Project (Jazz)

📍 The Edge Bar at L'Auberge | 🕡 6:30 PM

Smooth jazz stylings at one of the city’s sleekest spots to close out your weekend.

🎯 Why These Shows?

This weekend’s picks cover it all: soulful voices, Cajun dancing, zydeco legends, and smooth Sunday jazz. We spotlighted shows that bring variety and local flavor, making it easy to find the right vibe whether you want to dance, relax, or soak up a classy night out.

Wherever you end up, make it local — and make it loud. 🎶

Want to see the full lineup at-a-glance? I've got you! Check it out at https://www.redstickmusic.com/weekend

Written by Caitlen Odell

Founder & Owner, Red Stick Music

Caitlen curates the Red Stick Music live music calendar with a focus on excellence, integrity, and community building. She’s passionate about supporting local artists and strengthening Baton Rouge through music.