French Quarter Events on Saturday, March 22, 2025
New Orleans Jazz Museum
Mar
22
Danny Barker Banjo & Guitar Festival ft. Treme Brass Band with The Black Men of Labor, Little Freddie King & More!
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 03:00 pm
March 22, 2025
*10am-5pm | *The Danny Barker Banjo and Guitar Festival, held annually in New Orleans, commemorates the legacy of NEA Jazz Master Danny Barker. Barker, a renowned musician, educator, and author, had an indelible impact on the cultural fabric of New Orleans. The festival, which has been celebrated each year in March for over a decade, encapsulates the essence of New Orleans’ rich heritage, emphasizing the importance of the banjo and guitar in music history. *March 18th-23rd, 2025* *10-11am: *Parade - Pinstripe Brass Band *Courtyard Stage* *11am-12pm: *Charmaine Neville *12:15-1:15pm: *John Boutté *1:30-2:30pm: *Mahmoud Chouki *2:45-3:45pm: *Little Freddie King *4-5pm: *Treme Brass Band with the Black Men of Labor *Performance Stage (3rd Floor)* *11:30am-12:20pm: *Yusa *12:30-1:20pm: *Wendell Brunious *1:30-2:20pm: *Bruce "Sunpie" Barnes *2:30-3:20pm: *Solid Harmony *3:30-4:20pm: *Steve Masakowski & Family *Interview Stage (1st Floor)* *12-12:45pm: *Geraldine Wyckoff interviewed by Keith Hill *1-1:45pm: *Kermit Ruffins interviewed by David Kunian *2-2:45pm: *Benny Jones interviewed by Eric Cager *3-3:45pm: *Donna Sims interviewed by Craig Klein *4-4:45pm: *Leroy Jones interviewed by Armand Sheik Richardson Tickets $15 Adult Saturday GA | $10 Student, Military & Children | $45 3-Day Pass
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
Mar
22
Drum Circle with Spy Boy Walter
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 03:30 pm
Frederick J. Sigur Civic Center
Mar
22
LA Crawfish Festival ft. The Chee-Weez, Petty Betty Live, 90 Degrees West + More!
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 04:00 pm
March 22, 2025
*Louisiana Crawfish Festival in St. Bernard Parish | March 20-23, 2025* Louisiana Crawfish Fest Foundation's goal is to support community programs in St. Bernard Parish and the surrounding areas. Through doing so, the foundation hopes to encourage the daily living of the Golden Rule in all human relationships. The purpose of this organization is to not only promote St. Bernard Parish and the culture and tourism through the Louisiana Crawfish Festival, but also to be charitable, patriotic, educational, and other public-spirited purposes that have an impact on our community. *Thursday March 20th | Free Admission | 5-10pm* Thursday Entertainment Lineup: *6-7:45pm: *Opening Ceremonies, Blessing Of The Grounds, Second Line & Dj *8-10pm: *Rick Mocklin & The Southern Voice Band *Friday March 21st | $20 Admission | 5-11pm* Friday Entertainment Lineup: *6pm: *Karen Waldrup *8pm:* Chapel Hart *10pm:* Laine Hardy *Saturday March 22nd | $10 Admission | 11am-11pm* Saturday Entertainment Lineup: *12-2pm:* Bayou Stampede *2:30-4:30pm:* 90 Degrees West *5-7:30pm:* Petty Betty Live *8-10:30pm: *The Chee-Weez *Sunday March 23rd | $10 Admission | 11am-8pm* Sunday Entertainment Lineup: *12-2:15pm:* Caleb Lapeyrouse & The Drivers *2:45-5:15pm: *Nonc Nu & Da Wild Matous *5:45-8pm:* Harvey Jesus & Fire
Bamboula's
Mar
22
The Jaywalkers
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 04:00 pm
Ecole Bilingue De La Nouvelle-Orleans
Mar
22
Fête Française ft. The Preservation Hall Jazz Band, The New Orleans Klezmer All Stars, Helen Gillet: ReBelle Musique & More!
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 04:00 pm
March 22, 2025
*11am-5pm | *Fête Française is a Free street festival hosted annually by Ecole Bilingue de la Nouvelle-Orléans! *Located at the uptown New Orleans campus, where Magazine Street meets General Pershing.* Fête Française carries the distinction of being the biggest French festival in New Orleans. In addition to serving as the school’s largest fundraiser, this fun-filled event helps to keep Louisiana’s Francophone heritage alive and well through a variety of food, music, art, entertainment, children’s activities, and more! Entertainment Lineup: *11am-11:45am: *Student Performances *12pm: *Helen Gillet: ReBelle Musique *1:45pm: *Preservation Hall Jazz Band *4pm: *The New Orleans Klezmer All Stars Duo Louisiane @ Backyard (Middle School Field) *1pm: *A special accordion & washboard set by Glenn Hartman and Washboard Chaz La Pâtisserie (821 Playground) *1pm: *Andre Michot More information at https://fetefrancaise.com/ [1] [1] https://fetefrancaise.com/
Bourbon Street Drinkery
Mar
22
Shawan Rice Trio
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 04:30 pm
Deutsches Haus (OUTDOORS)
Mar
22
New Orleans Bayou Bluegrass Festival ft. The Tanglers, East Nash Grass & More!
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 05:00 pm
March 23, 2025
*12-9pm | *New Orleans Bayou Bluegrass Festival! This festival promises a day filled with unforgettable bluegrass music from top artists. Proceeds will benefit Special Olympics Louisiana, combining great music with a meaningful cause. *12:30-1:30pm: *The Tanglers *2:00-3:00pm: *The Spring Chickens *3:15-4:15pm: *Catahoula Drive *4:15-5:15pm: *Announcements, Awards, Special Recognition *5:15-6:15pm: *Wyatt Ellis and Christopher Henry *6:30-7:30pm: *The Edgar Loudermilk Band *7:45-9:00pm: *East Nash Grass Under 18 with parent or legal guardian (12 and under Free) Tickets $30 Presale (until 2/22) | $35 GA
Dew Drop Inn Hotel & Lounge
Mar
22
Legends of the Dew Drop: Road to Rock & Roll
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 05:00 pm
March 22, 2025
Step into the iconic Dew Drop Inn, the historic landmark of New Orleans music, for a one-of-a-kind live experience! Legends of the Dew Drop: Road to Rock & Roll is an immersive tribute to the legendary artists and groundbreaking sounds that transformed American music. Led by acclaimed pianist Jesse McBride, a protégé of Harold Battiste and educator at Tulane University, and featuring a band of New Orleans' finest musicians, this immersive show takes you on a musical journey through the evolution of Rhythm & Blues and Rock & Roll. With performances of hits from icons like Ray Charles, Little Richard, and Dave Bartholomew, this unforgettable experience celebrates the Dew Drop's role in shaping the New Orleans Sound—and the world of music. Tickets $50 GA
Frat House, The
Mar
22
The Big Soul Band
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 05:00 pm
Café Istanbul
Mar
22
New Orleans 8th Annual Sacred Music Festival ft. The Drepung Gomang Monks, John Boutté, Tonya Boyd’s Youth Choir & More!
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 05:00 pm
March 22, 2025
*10am *Peace Walk, gathering at St. Roch Park, followed by the main event at the New Orleans Healing Center from* 12-7pm* Attendees can expect an immersive experience featuring a diverse lineup of performers, including The Drepung Gomang Monks, John Boutté, Mantra Music with Sean Johnson & The Wild Lotus Band, Vodou Ceremony with La Source Ancienne Ounfo, New Orleans Zen Temple Choir with Buddhist Chants, Tonya Boyd’s Youth Choir, King Sia, New Orleans Own D. Strong, Sonny D504, Aysakshi Kewe, and more with Gorealla Strong, Muslim Call to Prayer, Hindu Fire Sacrifice with Yogindra Vandana Das, and Andrew Wiseman & Ewe Ensemble. Other attractions include sacred altars created by interfaith artists, a market with goods from around the world, and a variety of food and craft vendors. The New Orleans Sacred Music Festival is a free event, open to people of all faiths and backgrounds.
Special Venue
Mar
22
Better New Orleans Block Party ft. The Preservation Hall All Stars
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 06:00 pm
March 22, 2025
*Location: *1200-1400 Blocks of St. Roch Ave *Block Party 1-6pm | *The Better New Orleans Block Party is a vibrant, family-friendly celebration designed to unite residents, inspire civic engagement, and empower our community. Through music, art, food, and interactive activities, The Committee of Better New Orleans (CBNO) transforms the St. Roch neighborhood into a hub of connection and opportunity. *Live Music* *3pm **& 4pm, *The Preservation Hall All Stars will play two 45-minute sets Free & Open to the Public
Constantinople Stage (OUTDOORS)
Mar
22
Bacchanal (OUTDOORS)
Mar
22
Bayou Manouche
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 06:00 pm
Fritzel's Jazz Club
Mar
22
Steve DeTroy Band
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 06:00 pm
Maison, The
Mar
22
Nola Axe Men
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 06:00 pm
Café Negril
Mar
22
Soul Tribe
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 06:30 pm
30/90
Mar
22
Tiago Guy
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 07:00 pm
Peychaud's Bar at Hotel Maison De Ville (OUTDOORS)
Mar
22
Robin Rapuzzi's Glo Worm Trio
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 07:00 pm
Three Muses
Mar
22
Chris Romaguera
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 07:00 pm
d.b.a.
Mar
22
Saskia Says
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 07:00 pm
Spotted Cat
Mar
22
Popcorn
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 07:00 pm
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
Mar
22
Karen Shiraishi Trio
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 07:00 pm
Bamboula's
Mar
22
Boardwalker & The 3 Finger Swingers
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 07:15 pm
Bargeboard Nola
Mar
22
Kirstin's Cajun Cure ft. T Marie & Bayou Juju
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 07:30 pm
March 22, 2025
Rectify the Situation: Kirstin's Cajun Cure: Dance Class/Music/Fundraiser for Kirstin's Medical Bills *2:30pm Dance Class* *3-5pm Concert *T Marie & Bayou Juju Tickets $20 for Concert / $50 for Class + Concert
Preservation Hall
Mar
22
Wendell Brunious & The Preservation Legacy Band
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 07:30 pm
Bourbon Street Drinkery
Mar
22
St. Julien X
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 07:30 pm
Mahogany Jazz Hall
Mar
22
Stephen Walker N'em
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 08:00 pm
21st Amendment
Mar
22
Jerry Dugger
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 08:00 pm
Maison Bourbon Jazz Club
Mar
22
The Leroy Marshall Band
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 08:15 pm
Preservation Hall
Mar
22
Wendell Brunious & The Preservation Legacy Band
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 08:45 pm
Press Room at The Eliza Jane Hotel
Mar
22
Or Shovaly Plus
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 09:00 pm
Maison, The
Mar
22
Nanci Zee Trio
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 09:00 pm
May Baily's Place
Mar
22
Quinn & Barrett
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 09:30 pm
BMC
Mar
22
French Quarter Pounders
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 10:00 pm
30/90
Mar
22
Anne Elise & The Swamp Circus
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 10:00 pm
Preservation Hall
Mar
22
Preservation All-Stars ft. Shannon Powell
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 10:00 pm
Kerry Irish Pub
Mar
22
Patrick Cooper
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 10:00 pm
Bratz Y'all
Mar
22
Dick Deluxe & Dean Zucchero
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 10:00 pm
Fritzel's Jazz Club
Mar
22
Bourbon Matinee Jazz Band with Chuck Brackman
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 10:00 pm
Carousel Bar & Lounge at Hotel Monteleone
Mar
22
Annabelle Bertucci
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 10:30 pm
Polo Club at Windsor Court Hotel
Mar
22
John Royen
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 10:30 pm
New Orleans Jazz Market
Mar
22
The Love Your City Awards ft. Big Chief Shaka Zulu, Saint Amethyst & More!
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 11:00 pm
March 22, 2025
*6-10pm | *The Love Your City Awards featuring Big Chief Shaka Zulu, Saint Amethyst, DJ FTK, Andrew “Da Phessa” Baham, and Victoria Douton Over the past twelve years, Love Your City has celebrated more than 160 change-making organizations for their contributions to building a sustainable future for New Orleans. The 2025 Love Your City Awards Gala will celebrate winners across ten impact categories for equity and sustainability and the Youth Pick, Best in Show, and People’s Choice awards. Tickets start at $82.50 GA (Pay What You Can Option - Minimum $15)
Kermit's Tremé Mother-in-Law Lounge
Mar
22
Kermit Ruffins & The BBQ Swingers
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 11:00 pm
Café Negril
Mar
22
Jason Neville Funky Soul Band
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 11:00 pm
Beanlandia
Mar
22
La Louisiane Series ft. Corey Ledet Zydeco (Solo)
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 11:00 pm
March 22, 2025
All Ages Welcome!
Silk Road
Mar
22
Johnny Lonesome
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 11:00 pm
Three Muses
Mar
22
Tyler Thomson
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 11:00 pm
Hard Rock Cafe
Mar
22
Spotted Cat
Mar
22
Shake 'Em Up Jazz Band
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 11:00 pm
Preservation Hall
Mar
22
Preservation All-Stars ft. Shannon Powell
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 11:15 pm
Dew Drop Social & Benevolent Society Hall - Mandeville
Mar
22
Chris Thomas King
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 11:30 pm
Lafon Performing Arts Center - Luling
Mar
22
Linda Eder
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 11:30 pm
Bamboula's
Mar
22
Johnny Mastro Blues
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 11:30 pm
Rivershack Kenner
Mar
23
Monster Crawfish
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 12:00 am
Favela Chic
Mar
23
Mahogany Jazz Hall
Mar
23
Paul Longstreth Trio
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 12:00 am
Bacchanal (OUTDOORS)
Mar
23
Pete Olynciw
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 12:00 am
Twilight Room at The Allways Lounge
Mar
23
Tropical Isle Bourbon
Mar
23
Mark Barrett & The First Calls
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 12:00 am
Maison, The
Mar
23
Smoking Time Jazz Band
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 12:00 am
Rivershack Gretna
Mar
23
MJ & The Redeemers
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 12:00 am
MRB
Mar
23
Washboard Chaz Blues Trio
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 12:00 am
Preservation Hall
Mar
23
Preservation All-Stars ft. Shannon Powell
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 12:30 am
Snug Harbor
Mar
23
Jazz Playhouse
Mar
23
The Nayo Jones Experience
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 12:30 am
Maison Dupuy
Mar
23
Cajun Night with Cameron Dupuy & His Cajun Troubadours
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 01:00 am
Davenport Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton
Mar
23
Jeremy Davenport
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 01:00 am
Pour House at Jefferson
Mar
23
Krack Vinyl
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 01:00 am
Madame Vic's
Mar
23
Kiara Moneé
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 01:00 am
30/90
Mar
23
AdoSoul & The Tribe
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 01:00 am
Basilica of St. Stephen
Mar
23
Concerto Showcase XII ft. The LPO with Pianists Zhu Wang, Yungyung Guo & Yubo Deng
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 01:00 am
March 23, 2025
*Doors 7:30pm | Performance 8pm *The Musical Arts Society of New Orleans and the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra are proud to present /Concerto Showcase XII/. This performance invites the three medalists of the 29th New Orleans International Piano Competition back to New Orleans to perform with the LPO conducted by Maestro Timothy Muffitt. The three pianists are Gold – Zhu Wang, China Silver – Yungyung Guo, China Bronze – Yubo Deng, China Tickets start at $28 Adult | $13 Student/Child
Maple Leaf
Mar
23
Jon Cleary & The Absolute Monster Gentlemen
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 01:00 am
Bayou Bar at the Pontchartrain
Mar
23
Jordan Anderson
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 01:00 am
Maison Bourbon Jazz Club
Mar
23
Danny Rubio & The Catahoula Music Company ft. Jeff Kreis
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 01:00 am
Marigny Opera House
Mar
23
Marigny Opera Ballet Presents: DUSK with Live Original Score by People Museum
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 01:00 am
March 23, 2025
Friday-Sunday, March 14-16, 2025 & Thursday-Saturday, March 20-22, 2025 *7:30pm Doors | 8pm Performance* $60 GA | $40 Student, Senior, etc. | $75 VIP (limited availability)
Bourbon Street Drinkery
Mar
23
Steve Mignano Trio
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 01:00 am
Pirogue's Whiskey Bayou (OUTDOORS)
Mar
23
Don Cook & Dick Deluxe
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 01:00 am
Good Measure at The Barnett
Mar
23
Them People
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 01:00 am
Blue Nile
Mar
23
George Brown Band
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 01:00 am
House of Blues
Mar
23
Fruition
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 01:00 am
Ray's Uptown
Mar
23
James "12" Andrews & The Crescent City All Stars
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 01:00 am
Okay Bar
Mar
23
Self Help Tapes Release Party + Tashi Delay + Hopeless Fancy
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 01:00 am
21st Amendment
Mar
23
Big Mike & The R&B Kings
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 01:00 am
Buffa's
Mar
23
Jon Roniger
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 01:00 am
May Baily's Place
Mar
23
Giselle Anguizola
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 01:30 am
Tipitina's
Mar
23
Mid-City Lanes Rock 'n' Bowl
Mar
23
Nashville South
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 01:30 am
Preservation Hall
Mar
23
Preservation All-Stars ft. Shannon Powell
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 01:45 am
Prytania Bar
Mar
23
Evan Oberla
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 02:00 am
Dos Jefes
Mar
23
Yoshitaka Z2 Trio
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 02:00 am
BJ's Lounge
Mar
23
Royal Frenchmen Hotel & Bar
Mar
23
Glen David Andrews
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 02:00 am
Gasa Gasa
Mar
23
Doctors EP Release Show + Slowhole + Dremm
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 02:00 am
Chickie Wah Wah
Mar
23
Austin Meade + Kody West
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 02:00 am
No Dice
Mar
23
Femme Cell + Kinky Vanilla + Twin Sugar
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 02:00 am
Carousel Bar & Lounge at Hotel Monteleone
Mar
23
Lena Prima & Her Band
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 02:00 am
Carrollton Station
Mar
23
Rambler Kane + Kyle Keller + Beach Angel
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 02:00 am
Fritzel's Jazz Club
Mar
23
Fritzel's All Star Band with Kevin Ray Clark
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 02:00 am
Old Point Bar
Mar
23
Lil Red & Big Bad
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 02:00 am
Polo Club at Windsor Court Hotel
Mar
23
Bean 'N The Boys
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 02:00 am
Broadside
Mar
23
BMC
Mar
23
John Lisi & Delta Funk
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 02:00 am
Jazz Playhouse
Mar
23
The Nayo Jones Experience
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 02:00 am
Double Dealer at Orpheum Theater
Mar
23
Sean Riley
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 02:30 am
Snug Harbor
Mar
23
Mahogany Jazz Hall
Mar
23
Mahogany Hall Jazz Band ft. Kid Chocolate with Midnight Burlesque
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 02:30 am
Santos Bar
Mar
23
ALLA ZUL ELU + Super Famous Fun Time Guys + S.O.N.
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 03:00 am
Café Negril
Mar
23
Armani Smith & The Soul Ties
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 03:00 am
Bamboula's
Mar
23
Paggy Prine & Southern Soul
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 03:00 am
Good Measure at The Barnett
Mar
23
DJ FTK & Friends
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 03:00 am
Blue Nile - Balcony Room
Mar
23
The Next Level Band
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 03:00 am
Spotted Cat
Mar
23
Dominick Grillo & The Frenchmen Street All-Stars
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 03:00 am
Maison, The
Mar
23
Big Easy Brass Walkers
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 03:00 am
d.b.a.
Mar
23
Soul Brass Band
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 03:00 am
30/90
Mar
23
Hotline
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 04:00 am
Maple Leaf
Mar
23
Noah Young, Mahmoud Chouki, Terrence Houston & Victor Campbell
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 04:00 am
Le Bon Temps Roulé
Mar
23
Blue Nile
Mar
23
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!