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SUMMARY:Louisiana's Saturday Night: Let Freedom Ring Concert
DESCRIPTION:The St. Charles Parish America 250 Committee invites the community to a special evening of music\, history\, and patriotic pride as part of our local celebrations for America’s 250th Anniversary. The commemorative concert will feature a set by the world-renowned Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra at the Dr. Rodney R. Lafon Performing Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday\, April 18\, 2026. The event’s title sponsors are Dow\, IMTT\, Shell\, and Valero. Additional support has been provided by Louisiana’s River Parishes Tourist Commission and America 250 Louisiana Commission. \n“This concert is a special opportunity for our community to come together and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States\,” said Parish President Matthew Jewell. “For 250 years\, America has stood as a beacon of liberty\, opportunity\, and self-government. Through music and reflection\, we’ll honor the generations who built this nation and celebrate the enduring spirit that continues to unite Americans today.” \nThe family-friendly performance will include patriotic favorites\, American classics\, and historical readings that honor our nation’s past\, celebrate our present\, and look forward with hope to our future. Tickets cost $25 each and are available for purchase online here. There will be only one performance of this concert\, so families are encouraged to secure their tickets early.
URL:https://america250la.org/event/louisianas-saturday-night-let-freedom-ring-concert/
LOCATION:Zwolle Festival Grounds\, 1100 S Main St\, Zwolle\, LA\, 71486\, United States
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SUMMARY:America 250 on The River
DESCRIPTION:About\nMusic always brings people together\, and here in Baton Rouge we’ll never pass up a good time to celebrate. Join us at Repentance Park in Downtown Baton Rouge for America 250 on the River\, a concert featuring live musical performances from Amanda Shaw\, Rockin Dopsie Jr.\, John Schneider\, and Wayne Toups. Trust us\, you won’t want to miss this free concert just in time to get a front row view of the fireworks over the Mississippi River! \nProgram\nThe 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 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. \nThe concert lineup includes: \n\n2:15 p.m. – The Military Concert Band\, performing patriotic favorites and honoring the nation’s military heritage through a stirring musical tribute.\n3:30 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.\n5 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.\n6:30 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.\n8 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.
URL:https://america250la.org/event/america-250-on-the-river/
LOCATION:Repentance Park\, 225 South River Road\, Baton Rouge\, LA\, 70801\, United States
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SUMMARY:Stewart Family and Friends God Bless America Concert
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited!\nJoin Willie Stewart Family and Friends for a special 4th of July Concert on Saturday\, July 5\, 2026\, at the Many Community Center (Sabine Theater). Doors open at 5:30 and concert begins at 6:30! \nCome enjoy a fun night of fellowship\, uplifting music\, and celebration as we honor America’s birthday with gospel and patriotic favorites.\nAdmission is free\, and all are welcome!
URL:https://america250la.org/event/stewart-family-and-friends-god-bless-america-concert/
LOCATION:Many Community Center
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