Considered one of the world's greatest cultural celebrations, New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival is an annual 10-day event that draws more than 300,000 people. Listen to thousands of well-known musicians, such as Fats Domino and Willie Nelson. Also scheduled is an annual gala, as well as workshops, creative craft fairs and much more. Festivities take place on the fairgrounds. Public transportation is also available to and from all events.
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Just thinking about the next Jazz Festival makes me so happy. I have been lucky enough to go 2 times and I think it will be a tradition for the rest of my...
I love how this is a 5 star standout for just about everybody who took the time to write a review on it. You know why? Because there is something for...
Wow, this is great fun. If you are a tourist, or not this is FUN. You can find all types of music here at the jazz fest. Blues, gospel, jazz, ragae,...
If you like music and food, don't miss this yearly event! I only hope New Orleans is ready by April
Great Food, Great music....who could ask for anything more? Jazz, R&B, Blues, Rock, Gospel, and more. 12 stages running all day will provid a...
Plenty of music
I went to see Dave Matthews but got the chance to check out some other stages. This is a great celebration of a wide array of American music st...
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Festival dates
Jazz Fest takes place during the last weekend in April and first weekend in May. The days in between often have concerts throughout the city. The 2008 dates are April 25-27, and May 1-4. It's worth the crowds!