Live music · New Orleans
Live music in New Orleans this weekend
What's playing in New Orleans this weekend — concerts, club nights and the small venues with the city's best sound.
Curated by localsPopular local pick
We couldn't find many live music matches in New Orleans — even after broadening the search. Here are the closest picks we trust.
Live music venues in New Orleans
Frenchmen Street
NightlifeFaubourg Marigny
Locals' alternative to Bourbon — live jazz at three venues per block.
Live & on stage
French Quarter Festival
French Quarter · Apr 9–12 · Free / Local
Mardi Gras
Citywide · Feb 17 · Parades / Free
New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival
Fair Grounds · Apr 24 – May 3 · Jazz / Mixed
Voodoo Music Experience
City Park · Oct 30 – Nov 1 · Festival
Frequently asked
- Standouts right now: French Quarter, Frenchmen Street, St. Louis Cathedral. The shortlist is curated by people who live in New Orleans and refreshed regularly so it reflects what's actually open and worth your time.
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