The Red Stick Weekend Guide - Feb 6th, 7th & 8th 2026
- Caitlen Odell
- Feb 5
- 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 6th - Red Stick Weekend Guide
Christian Rainwater (Songwriter)
📍 Big J's Side Porch | 🕕 6:00 PM
An intimate songwriter-style set to ease into the weekend.
Elizabeth Shar (Country)
📍 Rio Cantina Brusly | 🕕 6:00 PM
Country favorites in a relaxed setting.
Eddie Smith (Variety/Dance)
📍 El Paso Denham | 🕡 6:30 PM
Dance-friendly classics and crowd pleasers to kick off your Friday night.
Damon King & Bo Jamison (Rock/Variety)
📍 Fat Cat Saloon | 🕘 9:00 PM
A lively mix of rock and recognizable hits in a true local music spot.
Downbeat Louisiana (Covers)
📍 The Edge Bar at L'Auberge | 🕘 9:00 PM
High-energy covers in an upscale late-night atmosphere.
Saturday, February 7th - Red Stick Weekend Guide
Zachary McLain (Rock/Soul)
📍 Leola's Café | 🕚 11:00 AM
A soulful late morning set, perfect with coffee and brunch.
Dale Watson Band (Country)
📍 Mid City Ballroom | 🕗 8:00 PM
Traditional country sound from a respected act in an intimate venue.
Kendall Shaffer Band // Waylon Thibodeaux (Country/Cajun)📍
Fat Cat Saloon | 🕘 9:00 PM
A strong Louisiana lineup blending modern country with Cajun flair.
Junior LaCrosse (Swamp Pop)
📍 Moonlight Inn | 🕤 9:30 PM
Classic swamp pop sounds to keep the dance floor moving.
Sunday, February 8th - Red Stick Weekend Guide
Rachael & Eric (Acoustic/Variety)
📍 Leola's Café | 🕚 11:00 AM
An easygoing acoustic brunch performance.
Old Time Music Jam (Open Jam)
📍 West Baton Rouge Museum | 🕒 3:00 PM
A welcoming community jam featuring traditional tunes and local players.
Songwriter Sundays (Showcase)
📍 La Divina Italian Cafe | 🕔 5:00 PM
A rotating lineup of original artists sharing their songs in an intimate setting.
🎯 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.
