French Quarter Events on Thursday, July 2, 2026
Fritzel's Jazz Club
Jul
02
Richard "Piano" Scott
Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 05:00 pm
Fritzel's Jazz Club
Jul
02
Doyle Cooper Band
Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 07:00 pm
Ashé Cultural Arts Center
Jul
02
Culture In Motion Led by Kwanza Jones & More!
Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 08:00 pm
July 2, 2026
*3-10pm | *Ashé Cultural Arts Center welcomes Culture In Motion™, is a National Roadshow founded and led by Kwanza Jones and realized in partnership with The Apollo, for a special community experience during Joy Is Our Journey. Designed to celebrate the artists, storytellers, entrepreneurs, and communities that shape America's cultural landscape Whether you're exploring the bus for the first time, creating something with your family, recording your story, supporting local artists, or simply enjoying the energy of Joy Is Our Journey, every experience is designed to celebrate the creativity that already exists within our communities. Your FREE Community Pass includes: Live performances featuring New Orleans artists, poets, musicians, and culture bearers, Free custom t-shirts //(while supplies last), //Free Swag and giveaways throughout the event, Complimentary food //(while supplies last),// free Interactive family activities including button making and creative experiences, Voices in Motion, where you can record your own story or message of inspiration, and Next Up Open Mic Lottery for a chance to perform during Joy Is Our Journey. Connect with local artists, entrepreneurs, and community organizations. Free & Open to the Public - RSVP Here [1] [1] https://www.eventbrite.com/e/culture-in-motiontm-at-joy-is-our-journey-tickets-1992704122673?aff=odeccpebemailcampaigns&utm_source=eventbrite&utm_medium=ebcampaigns&utm_campaign=55603778&utm_term=ctabutton&mipa=ABIdvVsWg_FgD-xbwDn0LS5V1dT2U2M1H6t-ZWZIZ9Ienprrme_IJCjCaTPcg1JAlsO9e9TFm_PhuBDge4Ixw-Ew07lAt8TlNLKhFVLdvZV7OgG43lt6KEjHrKdeEmO1YwPeKNpMk1R9jeY-J43SEA6xXQ7Xv0g0pHtyuGLevUW8Q19wwKtW8zFfSGRWt0_Zx14huG2Qzcsg5YQP8H7gMrVCKd7010HLJjvgRdCLwHp64NntCRGxsbxtoKyj_16LDq_7HvYQN__o6plJkspx2An6jllgDBaicQ
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
Jul
02
Mark Brooks Trio
Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 08:00 pm
Maison, The
Jul
02
The Champagniacs
Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 09:30 pm
New Orleans Pharmacy Museum (OUTDOORS)
Jul
02
Alexis & The Sanity
Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 09:30 pm
July 2, 2026
*Exhibit 4-7pm | Music 4:30-6:30pm |* This event is part of the French Quarter Museum Association's Museum Heritage Night, which offers free admission to 10 participating FQMA institutions in honor of the 250th birthday of the country. Free & Open to All Ages - No Reservations required, but it is listed on Eventbrite [1]. [1] https://www.eventbrite.com/e/french-quarter-museum-heritage-night-tickets-1987017320294
Preservation Hall
Jul
02
Preservation All-Stars ft. Wendell Brunious
Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 10:00 pm
Tropical Isle Bourbon
Jul
02
Mark Barrett & The First Calls
Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 10:00 pm
Fritzel's Jazz Club
Jul
02
John Saavedra Band
Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 10:00 pm
Polo Club at The Windsor Court, The
Jul
02
John Royen
Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 10:30 pm
Davenport Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton
Jul
02
Jeremy Davenport
Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 10:30 pm
Mahogany Jazz Hall
Jul
02
The New Orleans Catahoulas
Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Bacchanal (OUTDOORS)
Jul
02
Raphael Bas
Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Maple Leaf
Jul
02
Booker & Beyond Piano Series with Steve DeTroy
Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 11:00 pm
BMC
Jul
02
Funky Soles
Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Preservation Hall
Jul
02
Preservation All-Stars ft. Wendell Brunious
Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 11:15 pm
Café Negril
Jul
02
Matt Wilson Band
Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 11:30 pm
4141 NOLA
Jul
02
George Kilby Jr.
Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 11:30 pm
Tipitina's
Jul
03
Night in N'awlins ft. Lalah Hathaway, Daley, Raheem DeVaughn & More!
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 12:00 am
July 3, 2026
*Doors 6pm | Show 7pm* Night in N'awlins ft. Lalah Hathaway, Daley, Raheem DeVaughn, Keith Jackson, and Coline Creuzot
B Mac's (OUTDOORS)
Jul
03
Open Musicians Jam Hosted by AP Pendleton & Christian Coleman
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 12:00 am
Buffa's
Jul
03
Tom McDermott & Susanne Ortner
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 12:00 am
Rosy's Jazz Hall
Jul
03
Snug Harbor
Jul
03
Quiana Lynell & Her Lush Life Band
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 12:30 am
Preservation Hall
Jul
03
Preservation All-Stars ft. Wendell Brunious
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 12:30 am
Mid-City Lanes Rock 'n' Bowl
Jul
03
Sunpie Barnes & The Louisiana Sunpsots
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 01:00 am
Mahogany Jazz Hall
Jul
03
Jamil Sharif & His New Orleans Extravaganza
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 01:00 am
Bourbon Street Drinkery
Jul
03
Steve Mignano
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 01:00 am
Maple Leaf
Jul
03
Johnny Vidacovich Trio with Michael Pellera & Grayson Brockamp
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 01:00 am
Peacock Room at the Kimpton Hotel Fontenot
Jul
03
Da Lovebirds: Robin Barnes & Pat Casey
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 01:00 am
Livin Swell 4211 Recording Studios
Jul
03
Stooges House Party ft. Stooges Brass Band + DJ 2Ready
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 01:00 am
July 3, 2026
*Doors 7pm | Band 8pm* Stooges House Party is Back! Featuring Stooges Brass Band + DJ 2Ready, every Thursday night. $45 Entry Fee (Open Bar)
Maison Bourbon Jazz Club
Jul
03
Danny Rubio & the Catahoula Music Company ft. Jack Pritchett
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 01:00 am
Fritzel's Jazz Club
Jul
03
Fritzel's All Star Band with Caleb Nelson
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 01:00 am
Good Measure at The Barnett
Jul
03
Vibe with Ayanna & Zahria Sims
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 01:00 am
Three Muses
Jul
03
Jacky Blaire
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 01:00 am
Crypt, The
Jul
03
Mosh Party/Emo Night ft. Superbloom, Donate Your Friends & DJ Sunnie
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 01:00 am
Gretna Tavern
Jul
03
The Tail-Gators
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 01:30 am
Dos Jefes
Jul
03
The Dale Spalding Trio
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 01:30 am
Maison, The
Jul
03
SingleMaltPlease
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 01:30 am
May Baily's Place
Jul
03
Giselle Anguizola Trio
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 01:30 am
Preservation Hall
Jul
03
Preservation All-Stars ft. Wendell Brunious
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 01:45 am
Blue Nile
Jul
03
Mike "Dizzle" Jones Birthday Bash ft. MAC, Deezle, Young City & More!
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 02:00 am
July 3, 2026
*Doors 8pm | Show 9pm |* Mike "Dizzle" Jones Birthday Bash ft. MAC, Deezle, Young City, Roi Chip Anthony, Hasizzle The Voice, Hotboy Ronald, Alfred Banks, The Real Geno, Nas Got Next, Iris P, Chrisae, J9 Official + Surprise Guests Free Entry with RSVP [1] | VIP Packages available for purchase | Ages 21+ [1] https://www.showpass.com/mike-dizzle-jones-birthday-bash-blue-nile/
BMC
Jul
03
Mother Ruckus
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 02:00 am
Avenue Pub
Jul
03
Third Moon
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 02:00 am
Santos Bar
Jul
03
Rabbit Hole, The
Jul
03
Free Thursdays with DJ Otto
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 02:00 am
Gasa Gasa
Jul
03
Cally Cole & The Cosmos with The Cicadas and Judah Rue
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 02:00 am
July 3, 2026
*Doors 8pm | Show 9pm* Tickets $10 Advanced | $15 At the Door | Ages 18+
BJ's Lounge
Jul
03
Spoonfed Junior
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 02:00 am
Snug Harbor
Jul
03
Quiana Lynell & Her Lush Life Band
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 02:30 am
Café Negril
Jul
03
Armani Smith & Soul Ties
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 03:00 am
Vaughan's Lounge
Jul
03
Corey Henry & The Treme Funktet
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 03:30 am
Blue Nile - Balcony Room
Jul
03
Reggae Night with DJ T-Roy
Friday, July 3, 2026 at 04:00 am
Things to do in the French Quarter
There are always plenty of exciting things going on when you are in New Orleans traveling. With the many festivals, celebrations, and events that happen year-round, our city is always lively, welcoming, and the perfect place to have a good time. Bring your family on an enchanting cemetery tour through the historic graves found in the old St.Louis Cemetery or get the full view of New Orleans and all of the distinct city neighborhoods with a Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour with City Sightseeing New Orleans. If you are looking for things to do while on while vacation in the French Quarter, find an event from the list below and have a celebration with old friends or new friends. Discover local jazz band schedules and more. As we often say in New Orleans, laissez les bon temps rouler – let the good times roll!
