The Red Stick Weekend Guide - May 22nd, 23rd & 24th 2026
- Caitlen Odell
- May 22
- 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, MAY 22nd - Red Stick Weekend Guide
Rouge Krewe (Covers)
📍 Live After Five | 🕔 5:00 PM
Cover songs to kick off the weekend at the weekly outdoor staple.
Taylor Nauta (Country)
📍 Big J's Side Porch | 🕐 6:00 PM
Country on the porch for a laid-back Friday evening.
Ben Bell & The Stardust Boys (Western Rockabilly)
📍 Curbside Burgers | 🕖 7:00 PM
Western rockabilly for a fun and lively Friday night out.
After 8 (Covers)
📍 The Edge Bar at L'Auberge | 🕘 9:00 PM
Cover favorites in an intimate lounge setting.
Anna Claire Duo (Acoustic/Country)
📍 Jack's Place | 🕘 9:00 PM
Acoustic country duo sounds to close out Friday night.
Saturday, may 23rd - Red Stick Weekend Guide
Josh Martin (Acoustic/Variety)
📍 Leola's Café | 🕙 11:00 AM
Acoustic variety to ease into Saturday morning.
Lucy Yoes (Acoustic/Variety)
📍 Bayou Sara Brewing | 🕐 1:00 PM
Acoustic sets paired with a laid back atmosphere.
Florida Street Blowhards (Jazz)
📍 Curbside Burgers | 🕖 7:00 PM
Jazz for a laid-back Saturday evening out.
Brian Rittenhouse & Cypress Cove (Country)
📍 Moonlight Inn | 🕘 9:00 PM
Country to keep the Saturday night going.
Kendall Shaffer (Country)
📍 Fred's on the River | 🕘 9:00 PM
Country on the river for a classic Saturday night out.
Sunday, may 24th - Red Stick Weekend Guide
Cane Fever (Rock/Variety)
📍 Leola's Café | 🕙 11:00 AM
Rock and variety to start Sunday morning on a lively note.
Eric Baskin (Jazz)
📍 Watermark Hotel | 🕐 1:00 PM
Smooth jazz for a relaxed Sunday afternoon.
Songwriter Sundays (Showcase)
📍 La Divina Italian Cafe | 🕔 5:00 PM
An intimate songwriter showcase to wind down the weekend.
Lori St. George (Blues)
📍 The Edge Bar at L'Auberge | 🕡 6:30 PM
Blues to close out the weekend in style.
🎯 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.
