Rhythms on the River

The Vermilion River, that is. River Ranch's Thursday evening concert series is a good excuse to make a trip across the basin. In the spring, the picture-perfect traditional neighborhood development hosts concerts by Acadiana-based bands in its town square. 5:30 pm–8:30 pm, with beverage and food vendors on-site. Free. riverranchdev.com.

March 28: Bag of Donuts

April 4: David Ball, opened by Ken Holloway

April 11: Louisiana's LeRoux, opened by Friends with Chris LeBlanc

April 18: Chubby Carrier

May 2: GTO Party Band

May 5: L.A. Roxx