The Red Stick Weekend Guide - August 29th, 30th & 31st 2025

Labor Day weekend is here and Baton Rouge is bringing the music! From funky favorites to zydeco legends, this weekend is stacked with shows that will keep the energy high. Here’s your Red Stick Weekend Guide to the best live music around town.

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Friday, August 29th - Red Stick Weekend Guide

Shane Madere (Variety)

📍 The Colonel's Club | 🕔 5:00 PM

Kick off your weekend early with a wide mix of crowd-pleasing tunes in a lounge setting.

Clayton Shilling (Country/Blues)

📍 Tallulah | 🕕 6:00 PM

Smooth country storytelling with a bluesy edge at one of Baton Rouge’s favorite spots.

Kaitlyn Wallace Trio (Rock/Variety)

📍 T'Quilas Denham | 🕕 6:00 PM

Rock-infused variety favorites to set the Friday night vibe with tasty eats.

Kendall Shaffer Duo (Country)

📍 Big J's Side Porch | 🕕 6:00 PM

Acoustic country stylings with plenty of Louisiana soul at a wholesome local favorite spot.

Aaron Day (Acoustic/Variety)

📍 Swamp Chicken Daiquiris | 🕘 9:00 PM

Late-night acoustic favorites with laid-back energy hits the Swamp Chicken.

Pat & The Pistols (Blues/Rock)

📍 Fat Cat Saloon | 🕘 9:00 PM

Blues-driven rock that’ll keep the night moving at one of our favorite local dive bars.

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Saturday, August 30th - Red Stick Weekend Guide

Tiger RagTag Marching Band (Marching Band)

📍 Brickyard South | 🕡 6:30 PM

A high-energy marching band that brings the LSU party with every brass-filled note to the Brickyard.

3:05 Express (Rock/Pop)

📍 Curbside Burgers | 🕖 7:00 PM

Burger night plus rock and pop hits? Yes, please.

Brian & the Bandits (Southern Rock/Variety)

📍 Big J's Side Porch | 🕖 7:00 PM

Southern rock grit with plenty of variety to keep the dance floor moving at Big J's.

Phat Hat (Funk)

📍 The Edge Bar at L’Auberge | 🕖 7:00 PM

One of Baton Rouge’s favorite funk bands bringing the groove to L’Auberge.

Kendall Shaffer (Country)

📍 Fred's on the River | 🕢 7:30 PM

Classic country tunes riverside, a perfect Saturday night in Louisiana.

Michael Foster Project (Jazz/Funk)

📍 Chelsea's Live | 🕘 9:00 PM

A powerhouse blend of jazz, funk, and brass that never disappoints at Chelsea's.

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Sunday, August 31st - Red Stick Weekend Guide

Eric Whitfield (Jazz/Saxophone)

📍 Crowne Plaza | 🕚 11:00 AM

Smooth saxophone jazz to start your Sunday in style at Crowne Plaza.

John Autin // Taylor Mroski (Jazz/Folk)

📍 Jubans | 🕚 11:00 AM

Jazz piano meets folk charm in a soulful brunch pairing at Jubans.

The Drunk Uncles (80’s/Variety)

📍 Boondocks | 🕒 3:00 PM

Fun, upbeat 80’s variety set to keep the holiday weekend rolling at Boondocks.

Joel Cooper & Scott Jordan (Rock)

📍 Icehouse Tap Room | 🕓 4:00 PM

Guitar-driven rock jams in a neighborhood favorite taproom.

Wayne Toups (Zydeco)

📍 Fred's on the River | 🕡 6:30 PM

Close out the weekend with a Louisiana legend bringing his iconic zydeco sound riverside.

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🎯 Why These Shows?

This Labor Day weekend offers something for everyone: funky brass bands, soulful sax, Cajun country, and zydeco. We highlighted shows that capture the Louisiana spirit and deliver the kind of live music memories that stick.

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.