Westown Association
Press Release

River Rhythms Brings Louisiana to Westown with Cajun Strangers This Week

The Cajun Strangers’ lively brand of traditional Cajun music has led them from local dance floors to international acclaim

By - Jul 26th, 2016 01:37 pm

Milwaukee, WI— River Rhythms, downtown’s destination for music on Wednesday evenings, welcomes Cajun Strangers to the stage this week, Wednesday, July 27th.  The free concert series takes place from 6:30-9 p.m. every Wednesday through August 31st in Pere Marquette Park on Old World Third St. between State and Kilbourn.

The Cajun Strangers’ lively brand of traditional Cajun music has led them from local dance floors to international acclaim. The musical ensemble features an accordion and fiddle driven style still heard in the dancehalls and bars in Southwest Louisiana.

Miller products, wine, a Korbel cocktail, and soda will be available at the Westown beverage tent with all proceeds going to benefit the free event. Patrons can also enjoy food from Laura’s Gourmet Popcorn, Wisconsin Meat Company and Tasty Café.

Next week, River Rhythms welcomes 5 Card Studs, to the stage! Find the rest of the 2016 River Rhythms line-up at Westown.org.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.

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