The Red Stick Weekend Guide - Jan 2nd, 3rd & 4th 2026
- Caitlen Odell
- Jan 1
- 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, January 2nd - Red Stick Weekend Guide
Shane Madere (Variety)
📍 The Colonel's Club | 🕔 5:00 PM
Start the weekend with lively variety tunes in a fun, relaxed setting.
Dustin Lee Guedry (Country)
📍 Swamp Chicken Daiquiris | 🕗 8:00 PM
Classic country vibes to kick off your Friday night.
Brian Rittenhouse (Country/Variety)
📍 Moonlight Inn | 🕘 9:00 PM
A mix of country and variety music to keep the evening going.
Phat Hat (Funk)
📍 The Edge Bar at L'Auberge | 🕘 9:00 PM
End the night grooving with a funky, high-energy set.
Saturday, January 3rd - Red Stick Weekend Guide
Josie Menard & Alex Black (Rock/Variety)
📍 Leola's Café | 🕚 11:00 AM
Brunch-friendly rock and variety tunes to start your Saturday.
Connor Martin (Country)
📍 Court To Table | 🕕 6:00 PM
Kick back with a classic country set in the evening.
Katie & Jonno Cajun Band (Cajun)
📍 Ric Seeling Dance Studio | 🕢 7:30 PM
Bring your dancing shoes for some authentic Cajun music.
Anna Claire & Brady George (Acoustic/Country)
📍 The Vineyard | 🕘 9:00 PM
End the night with a cozy acoustic country performance.
Sunday, January 4th - Red Stick Weekend Guide
Eric Baskin (Jazz)
📍 Watermark Hotel | 🕙 10:00 AM
Smooth jazz to enjoy a relaxing Sunday morning.
Zachary McLain (Rock/Soul)
📍 Leola's Café | 🕚 11:00 AM
Mix of rock and soul for a lively brunch vibe.
Songwriter Sundays (Showcase)
📍 La Divina Italian Cafe | 🕔 5:00 PM
Discover local songwriting talent to cap off the weekend..
🎯 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.
