Two Mega FQFest Photo Galleries + Esther R. Dyer - ArtEgg Founder + Earth Day Wardrobe Revamp Ideas + Secret Gardens Tour of the Quarter + McPeek at the Derby! + QuarterCentric Events! ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏
French Quarter Journal

What a week!

Our historic neighborhood became a festival venue for four days, hosting hundreds of performers and thousands of music-lovers from around the world.

FQJ’s photography team caught so many images, we had to divide them into two albums: One with performers and one with festival-goers! Each has more than six DOZEN images! We think you’ll enjoy both, whether you missed the fest this year or want to relive it!

But think we’ll get a breather with Jazz Fest taking place at the Fair Grounds? Hardly!

Scroll down for more details of fantastic events happening in the Quarter, or just go straight to our FQ Curated Events page for the full skinny on many, many more neighborhood happenings!

Photo above: French Quarter Fest 2026 by Scott Salzman at the French Market Stage

 

French Quarter Fest 2026: Performers

More than 300 acts performed on 20 stages over the four-day festival, offering the best of New Orleans music up to blissful and appreciative crowds.

You’ll find more than six dozen shots in our photo gallery!

- photos by Scott Saltzman, Shawn Fink and Ellis Anderson

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French Quarter Fest 2026: Festival Folks

The new stretch of riverfront park that opened just a week before the festival – with an enormous grass lawn, kids’ play area, cooling mister and hammock hangers – offered two stages and plenty of pleasure.

- photos by Scott Saltzman, Shawn Fink and Ellis Anderson

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A Good Egg: Esther R. Dyer

Bridging the business and art worlds, the ArtEgg Studios founder provides “a creative space for creative people.”

– by Doug Brantley

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Breaking Bad: Discovering the Joys of Wardrobe Recycling

The French Quarter offers a blueprint for sustainability: timeless design always outshines transient trends. On Earth Day, we explore innovations to dazzle our wardrobes and make a positive impact.

– by Bethany Ewald Bultman

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French Quarter Secret Garden Tour 2026

The beloved annual tour hosted by Patio Planters featured seven historic houses in the French Quarter, including courtyards in the former homes of Tennessee Williams and world-champion boxer Pete Herman - and the postage stamp garden in the LaLaurie Mansion.

- photos by Ellis Anderson

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Many New Orleanians will be rooting for Right To Party in the Kentucky Derby on May 2nd, trained by French Quarter resident Kenny McPeek!

Don’t know Kenny? We ran the story below in the last issue - if you missed it, get to know this fascinating man!

Note: The horse in the photo below is Taken By The Wind, not Right To Party.

Kenny McPeek: Quarter Horseman

The Kentucky Derby-winning racehorse trainer isn’t one to gamble, but he’s all in on French Quarter life.

– by Doug Brantley

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Did you know?

People are right in believing that digital publishing entails fewer expenses than print. That makes it possible for FQJ to run on a super-lean budget.

However, less doesn’t mean free.

The back-end cost to publish a story or photo feature in French Quarter Journal is $500 - $800 – in addition to what the writer or photographer is paid. And that’s on top of website maintenance and other necessary expenses.

We published more than 100 pieces last year. This year, we’re on track to run more. And add new features.

If you’re not a member of our Readers’ Circle, please consider joining now. Click on the button below for an annual membership - you choose the amount depending on your budget – they start at just $25 a year!

We welcome and thank these folks who recently joined:

Lauren C. Anderson

James Nunn

Joseph Larriviere

Our team is grateful and excited about the growth we have planned for the rest of 2026 and beyond! Thank you for helping make it all possible!

 

FQJ’s Don’t Miss Events - This weekend and special FQFest listings!

You'll find full details and links to tickets on our FQ Events page – along with many more happenings.

Maggie Koerner and Friends

Friday, April 24 and Friday, May 1, 7:30pm

Marigny Opera House, 725 St. Ferdinand Street

Maggie Koerner plays Jazz Fest Afters at Marigny Opera House!

Photo: Hunter Holder for Maggie Koerner social media

Find more information here on our curated French Quarter Events page!

 

Gallatin Street Fest

Monday, April 27, 12–7pm

New Orleans Jazz Museum, 400 Esplanade Ave.

Gallatin Street Fest celebrates the artists connected to Gallatin Street Records, the museum’s in-house label dedicated to preserving and promoting New Orleans music while creating opportunities for emerging talent.

Photo: Scott Saltzman for FQJ fest album 2024

Find more information here on our curated French Quarter Events page!

 

WWOZ Piano Night

Monday, April 27, 5pm–12 midnight

House of Blues, 225 Decatur Street

For one unforgettable night, more than two dozen pianists take the stage in celebration of the city’s legendary piano tradition, all to support WWOZ, New Orleans community radio.

Photo: Oscar Rossignoli by Scott Saltzman

Find more information here on our curated French Quarter Events page!

 

International Jazz Day Festival

Thursday, April 28, 2–7pm

New Orleans Jazz Museum, 400 Esplanade Avenue

Join the New Orleans Jazz Museum, Professor Gordon Towell (Loyola University), and Matt Bruzzi (Young Audiences of Louisiana) for the International Jazz Day Festival—a full day celebrating the spirit, soul, and rhythm of jazz!

Photo: Anne Paceo courtesy New Orleans Jazz Museum

Find more information here on our curated French Quarter Events page!

 

La Nuit Américaine

Friday, May 8 from 6:00pm-9:00pm

Pitot House 1440 Moss St

Join the New Orleans Foundation for Francophone Cultures (Nous) in celebrating their 5th anniversary! This glamorous evening will feature Brennan’s cuisine, oysters, Belgian waffles, champagne under the stars, and a preview performance by Mélange Dance Company, which Nous will present at the Library of Congress this fall.

In just five years, Nous has helped spark a cultural renaissance by investing in Cajun and Creole heritage across Louisiana. This gala celebrates that momentum—and what comes next.

Tap here for tickets and more information about La Nuit Américaine!

 

Occasional Wife is hosting another French Quarter Estate Sale this weekend!

241 Chartres Street

Saturday-Sunday, 4/24-4/26, 8AM to 2PM

And pop in frequently to their shop at 624 Dumaine Street in the French Quarter! They’ve always got new vintage finds!

Visit their website for more information and upcoming estate sales!

 
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