America 250 on The River

Overview

Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser and the Louisiana America 250 Commission, in partnership with East Baton Rouge Parish Mayor-President Sid Edwards, Visit Baton Rouge, and the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge, invite residents and visitors from across the state to join a special Independence Day celebration on Saturday, July 4, as Louisiana continues commemorating America’s 250th birthday with a free concert and fireworks spectacular in downtown Baton Rouge.

The celebration begins at 2 p.m. at Repentance Park, located between the Old State Capitol and the Raising Cane’s River Center, and features an afternoon and evening of live entertainment showcasing Louisiana talent and American pride.

The concert lineup includes:

· 2:15 p.m. – The Military Concert Band, performing patriotic favorites and honoring the nation’s military heritage through a stirring musical tribute.
· 3:30 p.m. – Rockin’ Dopsie Jr. & The Zydeco Twisters, internationally acclaimed ambassadors of Louisiana zydeco music known for their high-energy performances and Grammy-nominated recordings.
· 5 p.m. – Amanda Shaw, Louisiana’s celebrated fiddler, singer, and songwriter whose unique blend of Cajun, rock, country, and pop music has made her a favorite across the Gulf South and beyond.
· 6:30 p.m. – John Schneider, actor, singer, and Louisiana resident best known for his role as Bo Duke on The Dukes of Hazzard and for his successful country music career, which includes multiple No. 1 hits.
· 8 p.m. – Wayne Toups, the Grammy Award-winning musician widely recognized as the “King of ZydeCajun,” whose groundbreaking fusion of Cajun music, zydeco, and rock has made him one of Louisiana’s most influential and beloved performers for more than four decades.

The evening will culminate at 9 p.m. with the Visit Baton Rouge & WBRZ Fireworks on the Mississippi, lighting up the downtown skyline and Mississippi River waterfront.