The Red Stick Weekend Guide - Feb 27th, 28th & Mar 1st 2026
- Caitlen Odell
- Feb 27
- 2 min read
What is the Red Stick Weekend Guide?
It’s our favorite picks for the weekend of local live music! We highlight the most eye-catching shows to help you decide what to catch. Want the full weekend lineup? Don’t miss our at-a-glance weekend lineup page plus visit the full calendar on our home page for clickable links to artists and venues inside every event!
Friday, February 27th - Red Stick Weekend Guide
Kaitlyn Wallace (Rock/Variety)
📍 Mis Padres Dutchtown | 🕐 6:00 PM
Kick off the weekend with a high-energy mix of rock and crowd-pleasing covers.
Toby Tomplay (Acoustic/Variety)
📍 Galvez Seafood | 🕐 6:00 PM
Enjoy laid-back acoustic vibes paired with fresh seafood at this Baton Rouge favorite.
Chris LeBlanc (Blues/Rock)
📍 Bin 77 | 🕖 7:00 PM
Soulful blues and gritty rock in one of the city's top wine and cocktail bars.
AC & The Promised (Country)
📍 Charlie's Lounge | 🕗 8:00 PM
Two-step-worthy country sounds to keep the Friday night energy rolling.
The Coverly Brothers (Classic Rock)
📍 Phil Brady's | 🕣 8:30 PM
Classic rock favorites from one of Baton Rouge's most beloved live music venues.
Saturday, February 28th - Red Stick Weekend Guide
Elizabeth Shar (Country)
📍 Big J's Side Porch | 🕐 6:00 PM
Start Saturday evening with warm country melodies on the porch.
Joel Neely (Acoustic/Variety)
📍 Le Chien Brewing Co. | 🕡 6:30 PM
Great acoustic sets paired perfectly with craft beer in a relaxed setting.
Connor Martin Band (Country)
📍 Court To Table | 🕖 7:00 PM
Full-band country energy at one of the area's funky dining spots.
Chris LeBlanc Band (Blues/Rock)
📍 Phil Brady's | 🕗 8:00 PM
The Chris LeBlanc Band brings the blues back to Phil Brady's for a late-night set.
Sam Forshey Blues Band (Blues)
📍 Fat Cat Saloon | 🕘 9:00 PM
Cap off Saturday night with deep, soulful blues at one of the city's grittiest saloons.
Sunday, February 29th - Red Stick Weekend Guide
Eric Baskin (Jazz)
📍 Watermark Hotel | 🕙 10:00 AM
Start your Sunday right with smooth jazz brunch vibes at the Watermark Hotel.
T-Fred & SwampFunk (Variety)
📍 Fred's on the River | 🕒 3:00 PM
Funky Louisiana grooves with a scenic river backdrop, a perfect Sunday afternoon.
George Bell (Jazz)
📍 The Edge Bar at L'Auberge | 🕡 6:30 PM
Close the weekend with smooth jazz in an intimate lounge atmosphere.
🎯 Why These Shows?
These are the shows that caught our eye this week, offering a little something for every kind of local music fan. It’s a curated snapshot chosen to make your weekend planning quick and easy.
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.
