Shreveport, La. — Residents are invited to enjoy the first free outdoor concert series of the season at Caddo Common Park. The park will host four performances between September 25 and October 3, offering a mix of music, poetry and family activities.
Concert Schedule and Performers
The series opens on Friday, September 25, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. with singer‑songwriter Joanie Nerrettig and the Southern‑rock trio Native To The Parish. The following night, Saturday, September 26, the stage will feature New Orleans‑based alt‑country and rock group Ever More Nest, with Caddo Parish Poet Laureate Crystalyn Whitaker delivering a poetry recitation before the music begins.
Friday, October 2, brings Shreveport native Sweet Nay, a singer‑songwriter, to the park from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The series concludes on Saturday, October 3, with Texas blues‑rock guitarist Ally Venable performing from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Family‑Friendly Amenities
Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnics for the open‑lawn setting. Each concert will also feature food vendors, an arts market, sprinkler fun and hands‑on art activities for children, creating a welcoming atmosphere for families.
Community Support and Funding
The Levitt AMP Shreveport Music Series is backed by the Levitt Family Foundation, a social‑impact funder dedicated to revitalizing underused public spaces. Community votes helped the Shreveport Regional Arts Council secure a multiyear grant—one of more than 65 nonprofits nationwide—to present free concerts in 2026, 2027 and 2028.
Programming at Caddo Common Park is managed by the Shreveport Regional Arts Council, with financial support from the City of Shreveport, Caddo Parish and additional sponsors. The collaboration underscores a shared commitment to enriching the cultural life of the city while providing affordable entertainment for all residents.
Why It Matters
Free public concerts like this series strengthen community bonds, support local artists and provide safe, family‑oriented recreation. By offering a platform for regional talent and encouraging outdoor gathering, the event aligns with the city’s broader goals of fostering vibrant public spaces and promoting cultural vitality.
Mark your calendars and join neighbors for an evening of live music, poetry and community spirit at Caddo Common Park.
Original reporting: KTBS 3 (Shreveport) — read the source article.
