2023 Baton Rouge Blues Festival

Categories: Louisiana Facilities

The Baton Rouge Blues Festival is an annual event that takes place in downtown Baton Rouge, Louisiana. It is a celebration of blues music and culture and is one of the largest free blues festivals in the country.

The festival is held in April and features a variety of musical acts, as well as plenty of food and drink vendors. The festival is held in downtown Baton Rouge, a beautiful and historic area perfect for a music festival.

One of the main attractions of the Baton Rouge Blues Festival is the music. The festival features a mix of local and national acts, focusing on blues music. Past performers have included Buddy Guy, Mavis Staples, and Dr. John.

In addition to the music, there are plenty of food and drink vendors at the festival. Visitors can enjoy Cajun and Creole cuisine and other southern favorites like barbecue and fried chicken. There are also plenty of drink options, including beer, wine, and cocktails.

The festival is family-friendly and has plenty of activities for kids, including face painting and a petting zoo. Plenty of vendors sell arts and crafts so visitors can take home a piece of the festival.

This year’s rendition of the event includes talent such as

  • TOMMY CASTRO & THE PAINKILLERS
  • ELIZABETH KING
  • SOUTHERN AVENUE
  • THE PETERSON BROTHERS
  • TC CARTER BAND
  • BROTHER DEGE
  • VERONICA LEWIS
  • LUTHER KENT
  • JP BIMENI
  • DK HARRELL
  • MOONLIGHT BENJAMIN
  • LOWDOWN SUGARHARP
  • MIA BORDERS
  • SUNDANZE
  • SAME HOGAN & THE RHYTHM RAMBLERS

And many more talents

Overall, the Baton Rouge Blues Festival is a must-attend event for anyone who loves blues music and Southern culture. The festival is a great way to experience the best of Louisiana and enjoy a fun-filled weekend with family and friends. Best of all, it’s free, so there’s no reason not to check it out!