Pipeliners Tour – Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Pipeliners Tour: Celebrating Tom Waters' 85th Birthday

Sunday, November 8, 2026

Tom Waters Boots, Clothes, & Optical

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Join us as the Pipeliners Tour rolls into Baton Rouge for a one-of-a-kind celebration honoring a true pipeline legend—Tom Waters—as he celebrates his 85th birthday.

For generations, Tom Waters has helped thousands of pipeliners, welders, pipefitters, and tradesmen see better and work safer with the iconic cable-temple glasses that have become a staple on pipeline spreads across America. Now it's our turn to celebrate the man behind the legacy.

This isn't just another event—it's a Pipeliner Rally built for the men and women who build America's infrastructure.

What to Expect

* Live country music

* Food trucks

* Welding rig lineups

* Pipeliner truck Show & Shine

* Industry vendors & sponsors

* Crew giveaways and raffles

* Exclusive Pipeliners Tour merchandise

* Meet-and-greets with familiar faces from the pipeline community

* A special tribute celebrating Tom Waters and his incredible impact on the industry

We'll also be showcasing decades of pipeline history through photos and stories from the crews. If you've ever worked in a pair of Tom Waters glasses, we want to hear your story.

Whether you're a welder, operator, laborer, foreman, inspector, contractor, supplier, or simply proud to be part of the pipeline community—this event is for you.

Built by the Crews. Backed by the Best.

More announcements—including vendors, sponsors, entertainment, and special guests—will be coming soon.

Interested in becoming a vendor or sponsor? Applications are now being accepted. Help us celebrate one of the industry's most respected names while supporting the hardworking crews who continue to build America's infrastructure. Contact Melanie at [email protected].

Mark your calendar for November 8 and join us in Baton Rouge as we celebrate a pipeline icon and the community that made him one.

Community event in Baton Rouge, LA 70814.