French Quarter Events
FQJ’s Don’t-Miss List
Monday, April 28: Noon - 7pm
Gallatin Street Fest
Free: at the New Orleans Jazz Museum, 400 Esplanade
~ Music Lineup
12:00 PM — Bo Dollis Jr. & The Wild Magnolias
1:00 PM — Mahmoud Chouki
2:00 PM — Detroit Brooks
3:00 PM — George Brown Band
4:00 PM — Kermit Ruffins
5:00 PM — James Andrews & The Crescent City All-Stars (photo above, by Scott Saltzman)
6:00 PM — Cha Wa
Start the festival off with a free gumbo-cooking lesson - and tasting - at the French Market, right next door to the Jazz Museum. It’s perfectly timed, from 11am - noon (when the music starts at Gallatin Street Fest!)
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~ Free admission
~ Music Lineup
12:00 PM — Bo Dollis Jr. & The Wild Magnolias
1:00 PM — Mahmoud Chouki
2:00 PM — Detroit Brooks
3:00 PM — George Brown Band
4:00 PM — Kermit Ruffins
5:00 PM — James Andrews & The Crescent City All-Stars
6:00 PM — Cha WaThe2nd Annual Gallatin Street Fest returns to the New Orleans Jazz Museum with a full day of live music, food vendors, a full bar and records/merch from Gallatin Street Records. A great way to coast out of a Jazz Fest weekend at one of the best music venues in the city.
April 29, Tuesday: 4pm - 8pm
International Jazz Day Festival
New Orleans Jazz Museum, 400 Esplanade
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~ FREE
~ An unforgettable evening of rhythm, soul, and celebration! The New Orleans Jazz Museum, in collaboration with Professor Gordon Towell and the Loyola University Music Department, along with Matt Bruzzi and Young Audiences of Louisiana, proudly presents the International Jazz Day Festival—a tribute to jazz education and its rich traditions.
~Experience an enchanting showcase of talent featuring performances from local schools and colleges, highlighting the diversity and passion of our jazz community. Immerse yourself in the universal language of jazz, connect with fellow music lovers, and savor delicious international cuisine as we honor this timeless art form.
April 30, Wednesday: shows at 7pm and 9pm
International Jazz Day with Delfeayo Marsalis & the Uptown Jazz Orchestra
Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro, 626 Frenchmen Street
Purchase advance tickets below and see what other exciting performances are happening at Snug this week!
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Click here for the full month's schedule and links to purchase tickets!
Tours start Thursday, May 1, at 10am, then offered 10am each Wednesday - Sunday
Guided Tours of the new “Making It Home” exhibit
The Historic New Orleans Collection, Tricentennial Wing, 520 Royal Street
~ In this powerful exhibit, Elders of the Vietnamese community describe their journey to a new country 50 years ago.
~ Guided tours $10, free for THNOC members
Remaining Show: May 1
Rhythm & Roses Concert Series: Last one for the season!
Historic BK House and Gardens, 1113 Chartres Street
May 1: Kristin Diable & Radio Bird String Quartet
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Rhythm & Roses is back for its highly anticipated 2025 season, bringing real New Orleans music to the rose-filled garden of the BK House. This beloved live music concert series showcases the best of jazz, blues, funk, and folk, celebrating the city’s rich musical traditions in an unforgettable outdoor setting.
🎵 Join us for an incredible lineup:
🌹 March 27 – Cha Wa
🌹 April 3 – Yusa
🌹 April 17 – Amanda Shaw
🌹 April 24 – Amina Scott
🌹 May 1 – Kristin Diable & Radiobird String QuartetEnjoy live music under the stars, a breathtaking garden atmosphere, and the soulful sounds of New Orleans musicians. Get your tickets now!
Below are 50 upcoming events happening in the FQ and surrounding neighborhoods. Want even more? Click the button at the bottom, which will take you to our FB Events page.
Our events are curated. For a complete list of live music happenings in the city, check out WWOZ’s Livewire Music Calendar!
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