🇺🇸 The Red Stick Weekend Guide- July 4th & 5th
- Caitlen Odell
- Jul 3
- 3 min read
Updated: Jul 10

Your curated guide for live local music in and around the Red Stick this weekend (July 4–5)
Friday, July 4 - Red Stick Weekend Guide
1.) Kirk Holder & Charles Pierce (Acoustic/Variety)
📍 Agile Brewing | 🕒 3:00 PM
Ease into the weekend with mellow acoustic tunes from Kirk Holder & Charles Pierce. Settle in with a cold craft beer on the patio at Agile Brewing and enjoy a relaxing, low-key start to your Friday afternoon.
2.) Jonathon "Boogie" Long (Blues/Soul)
📍 The Edge Bar at L’Auberge | 🕕 6:00 PM
If electrifying blues guitar and soul-stirring vocals are your thing, don’t miss Jonathon “Boogie” Long. He’s a powerhouse performer, and the upscale lounge setting at The Edge Bar is the perfect backdrop for a night of great music and good vibes.
3.) Baton Rouge Concert Band (Classical/Patriotic)
📍 Goodwood Library Plaza | 🕖 7:00 PM
Looking for a family-friendly, patriotic concert to celebrate the holiday weekend? Head to Goodwood Library for this free performance featuring American classics, marches, and tributes from the Baton Rouge Concert Band.
4.) Ryan Foret & Foret Tradition (Swamp Pop)
📍 July 4th Fest, Downtown Port Allen | 🕖 7:00 PM
Celebrate the 4th with some true Louisiana flavor! Head down to the riverfront in Downtown Port Allen and dance the night away to the swamp pop sounds of local favorites Ryan Foret & Foret Tradition. Great music and festive vibes!
5.) Nashville South (Country)
📍 Court to Table | 🕣 8:30 PM
One of Baton Rouge’s newest venues, Court to Table combines pickleball, food, and live music. Nashville South takes the stage Friday night with high-energy country favorites in a unique, casual setting.
6.) True Spin (Covers/Dance)
📍 Fred’s on the River | 🕤 9:30 PM
Ready to dance the night away? True Spin brings the party to Fred’s with their high-energy covers spanning decades of hits. With a riverside dance floor, pool, food, and drinks — this one’s a full-on good time.
Saturday, July 5 - Red Stick Weekend Guide
7.) Jovin Webb (Soul/Rock)
📍 Leola’s Café | 🕚 11:00 AM
Start your Saturday with soul. Jovin Webb’s smooth vocals and laid-back energy make him the perfect brunch soundtrack at the always-cozy Leola’s Café.
8.) Red, White & Boom (Variety)
📍 Shoe Creek Development | 🕔 5:00 PM
The City of Central is celebrating Independence Day with a free, family-friendly event featuring live performances by Stone Sober, Whiskey Row, and Press 1 For English. Bring a chair, bring the kids, and enjoy local music in a festive setting.
9.) Clayton Shilling (Country/Blues)
📍 Le Chien Brewing Co. | 🕡 6:30 PM
Unwind on Le Chien’s patio with Clayton Shilling’s smooth acoustic blend of country and blues. Add local beer and food trucks to the mix, and you’ve got an ideal summer evening.
10.) Floyd Brown Band ft. Jody Mayeux (Swamp Pop)
📍 T’Quilas in Denham Springs | 🕡 6:30 PM
Looking for a lively night of dancing and delicious eats? The Floyd Brown Band featuring Jody Mayeux will be bringing high-energy swamp pop to T’Quilas Denham — a perfect match for the fun, festive atmosphere.
11.) Shane Madere Trio (Variety)
📍 Swamp Chicken Daiquiris | 🕘 9:00 PM
Swamp Chicken Daiquiris is serving up strong drinks and strong vibes Saturday night. The Shane Madere Trio brings lively tunes and a great time for locals looking to let loose and dance.
12.) The Dupont Brothers (Rock/Variety)
📍 The Vineyard | 🕘 9:00 PM
The Vineyard offers a chill, low-key night with live acoustic music by The Dupont Brothers. Pair pool tables, good drinks, and good friends with their laid-back sound for a perfect weekend wind-down.
🎯 Why These Shows Made the Guide
A little something for everyone – From soulful brunch sets to late-night dance parties, this weekend’s lineup covers all the vibes.
Locally rooted – Every artist and venue listed supports the Baton Rouge area music scene in a real, community-driven way.
Unique venues – Whether it’s a riverside stage, brewery patio, or brand-new pickleball/music spot, each location brings its own flavor.
Holiday-friendly picks – With patriotic concerts, free family events, and party-ready bands, this guide is tuned for Independence Day weekend fun.
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
See you out there in the Red Stick this weekend!
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