The Red Stick Weekend Guide - Jan 30th, 31st & Feb 1st 2026
- Caitlen Odell
- 2 hours ago
- 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 30th - Red Stick Weekend Guide
Cozy Len (Variety)
📍 Drago's Seafood | 🕕 6:00 PM
Start your Friday with a versatile set of favorites in a relaxed dinner setting.
The Neal Brothers (Blues)
📍 Phil Brady's | 🕗 8:00 PM
Classic blues vibes in one of Baton Rouge’s longtime live music spots.
Chris LeBlanc Band (Blues/Rock)
📍 The Edge Bar at L'Auberge | 🕘 9:00 PM
A polished blues-rock performance in an upscale evening atmosphere.
Sam Forshey Blues Band (Blues)
📍 Fat Cat Saloon | 🕘 9:00 PM
Gritty, high-energy blues to keep your Friday night rolling.
Saturday, January 31st - Red Stick Weekend Guide
Choupique (Cajun)
📍 Ric Seeling Dance Studio | 🕢 7:30 PM
Bring your dancing shoes for a lively Cajun night on the floor.
James McCann & Friends (Americana/Folk)
📍 Mid City Ballroom | 🕗 8:00 PM
Thoughtful songwriting and Americana storytelling in an intimate setting.
Joel Cooper & Scott Jordan (Acoustic/Rock)
📍 The Vineyard | 🕘 9:00 PM
Acoustic-driven rock favorites for a laid-back Saturday evening crowd.
Sunday, February 1st - Red Stick Weekend Guide
Eric Baskin (Jazz)
📍 Watermark Hotel | 🕙 10:00 AM
Smooth Sunday morning jazz to pair with brunch downtown.
Open Mic Jam (Open Mic Jam)
📍 Fat Cat Saloon | 🕖 7:00 PM
Close out the weekend by supporting local musicians as they take the stage.
🎯 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.
