Music and art in Baton Rouge this weekend

The Mid City Merchants will host their annual shopping event, the White Light Night art hop Friday from 6-10 p.m. Strolling under the strings of lights that give the event its name, art aficionados from all over the city can enjoy the offerings of the Mid City corridor. More than 150 participating artists will have their wares on display, and browsing customers can nibble on myriad eats from local restaurants and caterers. Hop the free shuttle vans from South 14th Street to Florida Boulevard to take in the full scale of this hugely popular—and free—event. … If it’s music you’re after this weekend, you’ve got excellent options. Tonight, Grammy Award winner Stefon Haris and his band Blackout will grace the Manship Theatre stage for two shows, at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. The famed vibraphonist has performed with jazz luminaries from Kenny Barron to Kurt Elling, so it’s a can’t-miss concert. If you want to get the children out into the fresh air, stop by Magnolia Mound on Sunday for the annual Cajun Music Day from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Groove to music by the Coobie Joe Cajun Band and Savoir Faire avec Paul Daigle Cajun Band, practice your French conversational skills at the French language rendez-vous, and let your children join in a Cajun music jam, where they can try out all kinds of instruments. Find out more about these and other cool events in the Capital City in 225 Select by clicking here.