2026 Entertainment



Festival Entertainment


From Texas country to Cajun favorites and crowd-pleasing classics—come enjoy live music all weekend in DeQuincy!

2026 Lineup

Saturday Night Headliner: Casey Chesnutt

Live Saturday Night • 8:00–9:30 PM

Don’t miss Casey Chesnutt—Texas country grit, Red Dirt energy, and a modern edge—closing out Saturday night at Louisiana Railroad Days Festival 2026. A proud U.S. Marine Corps veteran and dedicated dad, Casey is forging his own path with a sound shaped by Texas Red Dirt influences and ‘90s country roots.

Butch Tinker & Friends

DeQuincy native Butch Tinker is a respected Southwest Louisiana singer/songwriter and longtime member of Freddie Pate’s Jamboree—Louisiana’s longest-running live country music show. His songwriting credits include chart-topping releases and cuts recorded by award-winning artists. Backed by an all-star lineup of regional talent (including Grammy-winning connections and Louisiana Music Hall of Fame experience), this group blends country, Cajun, and classic influences into an unforgettable live show.

Featuring: Freddie Pate • Richard Comeaux • Chris Miller • Paul Chris (Drums) • Scotty Trahan (Bass) • Ronnie Collins & Barrett Tinker (Vocals)

See the festival schedule for set time and stage location.

The Spare Parts Band

Saturday • 2:00–3:30 PM • Main Stage

The Spare Parts Band (Louisiana) has entertained crowds across Louisiana and the Gulf Coast for years. Expect a high-energy “variety show” set that keeps you guessing—Funk, Classic Rock, Oldies, and Country—built for singing along, dancing, or both.

Band Members: Tim Daly • Brent Guidry • Gordon Aloisio • Kent Latiolais