Louisiana's capital city, Baton Rouge, is an incredible place to go to experience the local music, from Zydeco to the Blues! The best time to go if you want to see a ton of music at once is in April for the Baton Rouge Blues Fest, showcasing local Cajun music.
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Baton Rouge
Gotta get crawfish when in Baton Rouge. Go here for a pound or two!
Start your weekend off right at Baton Rouge's oldest music venue!
Start your day with fancy beignets and with a side of bubbles!
Catch a show at Baton Rouge's largest venue for the biggest acts in theater, film, music and dance.
A great spot to grab a quick bite and you might even catch some live music.
Known for having the best gumbo in BR!
This spot is famous for being played by some of country music's biggest artists, including George Strait, George Jones, and Bonnie Raitt.
A scavenger hunt, but with bars!
This brunch spot is a bit of a hidden gem. Try their Mississipi Mule cocktail and the corn bread pudding!
This is a non-profit venue where all donations go directly to the artists. To reserve seats, email Chris at cmaxwell@premier.net.
The locals' fave spot for crawfish during crawfish season (mid-January through mid-July).
This iconic luxury hotel downtown still retains the architecture from its beginnings as a bank from 100 years ago!
This is an awesome place to stay if you want to enjoy live music right at your htoel!