Lafayette, LA – After a 25-year run filled with music, memories, and Thursday night celebrations, Rhythms on the River is officially coming to an end.
According to a letter sent to residents by the Village of River Ranch Homeowners Association, a recent community vote resulted in an overwhelming decision to discontinue the concert series. Out of 795 eligible ballots, 507 ballots were cast. Of those, 460 residents (roughly 91%) voted to end Rhythms on the River, while only 47 votes supported continuing the event.
The decision marks the end of one of Lafayette’s most anticipated free live music traditions. Over the years, Rhythms on the River brought together thousands of locals and Lafayette visitors alike, featuring an impressive lineup of local, regional, and even national musical acts in the heart of River Ranch’s Town Square.
What’s Next in the Ranch
While the HOA letter acknowledged the cultural importance of the event, it also expressed hope for new kinds of community engagement and events that better align with the interests of residents of the Lafayette neighborhood.
One of Lafayette’s most cherished live music traditions is hitting the brakes—at least for now…