Downtown at Sundown continues 25th series

Lake Charles, La. (KPLC) - The City of Lake Charles’ free concert series Downtown at Sundown kicked off its 25th program Friday, May 19.

Local and regional musicians will take the stage at the downtown merchant’s parking lot on the corner of Ryan and Broad from 6 to 9 p.m. each Friday through June 9. The event also features tabletop art galleries, food booths for downtown restaurants and activities for children.

Performers are a mix of swamp pop, Cajun, zydeco and classic rock artists. The lineup is as follows:

• May 19 - Gregg Wright
• May 26 - Mason Trail and Zydeco Rhythm
• June 2 - Nicki & the People’s Victory
• June 9 - Opening act Gino Vallecillo, headlined by the Charlie Wayne Band.

The June 2 concert is dedicated to service men and women and the friends and family of the Fort Polk community. June 9 will be “Geaux Blue Friday,” and concert-goers are encouraged to sport their favorite McNeese State University apparel.

Chairs and blankets are welcome. Pets, coolers, smoking/vaping and outside alcohol are not allowed.

All beverage sales will benefit the Literacy Council of SWLA.

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