The Red Stick Weekend Guide - Nov 21st, 22nd & 23rd 2025
- Caitlen Odell
- Nov 20, 2025
- 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, November 21st - Red Stick Weekend Guide
Kendall Shaffer (Country)
📍 Galvez Seafood | 🕕 6:00 PM
Kick off the weekend with classic country over great seafood.
Ben Bell & The Stardust Boys (Western Rockabilly)
📍 MJ's Cafe | 🕖 7:00 PM
A lively, retro blend of western swing and rockabilly vibes.
Joel Neely (Acoustic/Variety)
📍 The Brakes Bar | 🕖 7:00 PM
Easygoing acoustic tunes for a relaxed Friday start.
Shane Madere Trio (Variety)
📍 Icehouse Tap Room | 🕗 8:00 PM
A versatile set spanning multiple genres to keep the energy up.
Dustin Lee Guedry (Country)
📍 Swamp Chicken Daiquiris | 🕣 8:30 PM
Country favorites with a fun, lively atmosphere.
Downbeat Louisiana (Covers)
📍 The Edge Bar at L'Auberge | 🕙 10:00 PM
High-energy cover band bringing the late-night party vibes.
Saturday, november 22nd - Red Stick Weekend Guide
T-Boy & Just Us (Variety/Dance)
📍 Boondocks | 🕑 2:00 PM
An afternoon of upbeat dance tunes and familiar favorites.
Taylor Harris (Country)
📍 Le Chien Brewing Co. | 🕡 6:30 PM
Country songs and cold brews at this cozy brewery.
Morning Byrd // Polly Pry // The Velvet Fogle (Songwriters/Folk)
📍 Mid City Ballroom | 🕗 8:00 PM
A triple bill of original songwriting in an intimate setting.
Joel Cooper & Scott Jordan (Acoustic/Rock)
📍 The Vineyard | 🕘 9:00 PM
Acoustic rock favorites to wind down your Saturday night.
John Ruiz Jr. & Blindboy Williams (Outlaw Country)
📍 Fat Cat Saloon | 🕘 9:00 PM
Gritty outlaw country with plenty of attitude.
Whiskey Row (Country/Rock)
📍 Sandy's Daiquiris | 🕘 9:00 PM
A lively mix of country and rock to close out the evening.
Sunday, november 23rd - Red Stick Weekend Guide
Elizabeth Shar Duo (Country)
📍 Locals Central | 🕛 12:00 PM
Smooth country tunes for a relaxed Sunday brunch.
SunDanze Memorial Jam (Blues)
📍 Teddy's Juke Joint | 🕒 3:00 PM
A heartfelt blues jam celebrating the legacy of a local musician.
Songwriter Sundays (Showcase)
📍 La Divina Italian Cafe | 🕔 5:00 PM
Original songs from local artists in a warm, café setting.
The Spring Chickens (Bluegrass/Gospel)
📍 Little Prairie Baptist Church | 🕕 6:00 PM
A wholesome and uplifting bluegrass-gospel evening.
🎯 Why These Shows?
A short, curated look at the best local performances each weekend so you can enjoy Baton Rouge music at its finest.
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.
