The Red Stick Weekend Guide - October 24th, 25th & 26th 2025
- Caitlen Odell
- 6 days ago
- 3 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 page at redstickmusic.com/weekend
Friday, october 24th - Red Stick Weekend Guide
Carson Vineyard & Aaron Rogers (Country)
📍 Big J's Side Porch | 🕕 6:00 PM
Kick off your weekend with country music and good food.
Floyd Brown Band ft. Jody Mayeux (Swamp Pop)
📍 El Paso Denham | 🕡 6:30 PM
Enjoy classic Louisiana swamp pop lighting up this Mexican restaurant.
Kaitlyn Wallace (Rock/Variety)
📍 Le Chien Brewing Co. | 🕡 6:30 PM
Catch a crowd-pleasing mix of rock favorites at a dog friendly place.
Anna Claire & Brady George (Acoustic/Variety)
📍 Sandy's Daiquiris | 🕘 9:00 PM
A laid-back late show featuring acoustic takes on your favorite songs.
John Foster (Country)
📍 Acadian Festival | 🕘 9:00 PM
Festival season meets country twang with a high-energy performance.
Lance Woolie & Taylor Nauta (Country)
📍 The Smiling Dog | 🕘 9:00 PM
Country fans won’t want to miss this powerhouse pairing at a local pub.
Saturday, october 25th - Red Stick Weekend Guide
Bluegrass Gospel Festival (Bluegrass/Gospel)
📍 Sidney Hutchinson Park | 🕐 1:00 PM
A family-friendly afternoon of uplifting gospel harmonies and bluegrass pickin’.
Shane Madere Trio (Variety)
📍 Fred's on the River | 🕒 3:00 PM
Relax by the river with smooth tunes and a lively mix of styles.
Tru Illusion (Rock)
📍 State Capitol Raceway | 🕞 3:30 PM
Rev up your Saturday with hard-hitting rock at the Raceway.
Elizabeth Shar Band (Country)
📍 Central City | 🕔 5:00 PM
Modern country energy with Southern charm in the heart of Central.
Bubba Plauche' (Country/Variety)
📍 Riverbend Terrace II at L'Auberge | 🕗 8:00 PM
Enjoy the scenic setting at L’Auberge with a feel-good set.
The Drunk Uncles (Rock/Variety)
📍 Fat Cat Saloon | 🕘 9:00 PM
Close out your Saturday with a rockin’ good time at a favorite local spot.
Sunday, october 26th - Red Stick Weekend Guide
Chris LeBlanc (Blues/Rock)
📍 On The Half Shell | 🕚 11:00 AM
Start your Sunday with blues, rock, and brunch on the patio.
John Autin // Rob Torme (Jazz)
📍 Jubans | 🕚 11:00 AM
Smooth jazz and soulful piano make for an elegant Sunday brunch.
Foret Tradition (Swamp Pop)
📍 Fred's on the River | 🕒 3:00 PM
A Louisiana favorite bringing that classic swamp pop sound to the riverfront.
Script Flipper Presentation (Gospel)
📍 Greater Baton Rouge State Fair | 🕞 3:30 PM
A joyful gospel showcase full of heart and harmony at the fair.
Chubby Carrier (Zydeco)
📍 Greater Baton Rouge State Fair | 🕕 6:30 PM
Close out the weekend with zydeco legend Chubby Carrier live at the fair!
🎯 Why These Shows?
These are the shows that caught our eye this week. This weekend’s mix of country, swamp pop, blues, and zydeco shows why Baton Rouge’s live music scene is one of a kind. Whether you’re looking for a family festival, a lively bar set, or soulful Sunday vibes, there’s something for everyone across the Red Stick.
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.
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