French Quarter Events on Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Café Beignet on Decatur
Apr
22
Bob Macy
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 03:00 pm
Steamboat Natchez
Apr
22
Steamboat Stompers
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 04:00 pm
Tipsy Trumpet
Apr
22
Kid Merv & All That Jazz
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 05:00 pm
Bamboula's
Apr
22
Jacky Blaire & The Hot Biscuits
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 05:00 pm
Fritzel's Jazz Club
Apr
22
Richard "Piano" Scott
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 06:00 pm
New Orleans Jazz Museum
Apr
22
Speakeasies to Symphonies with Scott E. Brown & John Royen
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 07:00 pm
April 22, 2026
John Royen playing the music of James P. Johnson with presentation by Johnson biographer Scott E. Brown
Spotted Cat
Apr
22
Chris Christy Band
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 07:00 pm
Steamboat Natchez
Apr
22
Steamboat Stompers
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 07:00 pm
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
Apr
22
Joe Kennedy
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 08:00 pm
Pat O'Brien's
Apr
22
Victoria Amato, Ben Michaels, Jim Lockwood & Sydney McMath
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 09:00 pm
Bamboula's
Apr
22
Swingin' with John Saavedra
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 09:30 pm
Snug Harbor
Apr
22
Jill Butler's Joyride
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:00 pm
April 22, 2026
*Doors 4:30pm | Show 5-6pm |* *Happy Hour Concert Series* featuring Jill Butler's Joyride Free & Open to the Public
Three Muses
Apr
22
Becky Lynn Blanca
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:00 pm
Picnic Provisions & Whiskey (OUTDOORS)
Apr
22
Mikayla Braun
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:00 pm
Café Negril
Apr
22
Jam-ilton
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:00 pm
Fritzel's Jazz Club
Apr
22
Bourbon Street Stars
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:00 pm
Lafayette Square (OUTDOORS)
Apr
22
YLC's Wednesday at the Square with Dwayne Dopsie & The Zydeco Hellraisers + Kings of Brass
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:00 pm
April 22, 2026
*5-8pm | *The Young Leadership Council of New Orleans presents *Wednesday at the Square* [1], a series of free outdoor concerts featuring well-known local artists! [1] https://www.ylcwats.com/
Preservation Hall
Apr
22
Bratz Y'all
Apr
22
Ron Hotstream & Dean Zucchero
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:00 pm
Saturn Bar
Apr
22
Surf Rock Night with DJ Schwaminator
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:00 pm
Longue Vue House and Gardens (OUTDOORS)
Apr
22
Twilight Concert Series ft. Bogue Chitto
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:30 pm
April 22, 2026
Twilight at Longue Vue returns for the 2026 spring season! Each Wednesday evening from March 11th to April 29th! Tickets $17 GA | $10 Member // Full series: $130 GA | $70 Member Full Schedule at https://longuevue.com/twilight-series/ [1] [1] https://longuevue.com/twilight-series/
Polo Club at The Windsor Court, The
Apr
22
David Boeddinghaus
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:30 pm
Davenport Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton
Apr
22
Jeremy Davenport
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:30 pm
Carrollton Station
Apr
22
Paul Sanchez Happy Hour Special
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:30 pm
McDonogh Memorial Park (OUTDOORS) - Algiers
Apr
22
Wednesdays on the Point ft. The Crescent City Big Band
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Commons Club at Virgin Hotels New Orleans
Apr
22
Leaux Fye Tribe
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00 pm
BMC
Apr
22
Johnny Mastro
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Mahogany Jazz Hall
Apr
22
Paul Longstreth
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Café Degas
Apr
22
Gizinti Trio
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Constantinople Stage (OUTDOORS)
Apr
22
River Eckert
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Mayfield's 208 Bourbon presented by Felix's
Apr
22
Irvin Mayfield ft. Kermit Ruffins
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Courtyard Brewery (OUTDOORS)
Apr
22
Mid City Mutual Aid Fund Benefit with The Band Called Fuse ft. Manny Faces
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00 pm
April 22, 2026
Maison, The
Apr
22
Gene's Music Machine
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Steamboat Natchez
Apr
22
30/90
Apr
22
Mother Ruckus
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Irene's
Apr
22
Monty Banks
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Spotted Cat
Apr
22
Shotgun Jazz Band
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00 pm
d.b.a.
Apr
22
Stephen Walker N'em
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Bacchanal (OUTDOORS)
Apr
22
Jesse Morrow
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Preservation Hall
Apr
22
Banks Street Bar
Apr
23
Gregg Hill
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 12:00 am
Marigny Brasserie
Apr
23
Legacy Jazz Band
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 12:00 am
Generations Hall
Apr
23
2026 Jazz & Heritage Gala ft. The Wailers with Julian Marley, Big Sam’s Funky Nation, The Don “Moose” Jamison Heritage School of Music All-Stars ft. Deacon John + More!
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 12:00 am
April 23, 2026
*7-10pm |* This year’s Gala embraces the theme: *“From Kingston to Congo Square: One Love, One Music, One People*,*”* honoring the shared rhythms, cultural ties, and musical traditions that connect the Jamaica and New Orleans. The celebrity‑filled Gala features legendary artists whose work embodies the fusion of Jamaican rhythm and New Orleans soul, including The Wailers featuring Julian Marley, Big Sam’s Funky Nation, and New Orleans’ own, DJ Captain Charles. The Don “Moose” Jamison Heritage School of Music All-Stars featuring Deacon John, the Foundation’s signature education program, will also present a series of musical selections showcasing the young, emerging talent of New Orleans! Acclaimed journalist and media personality Lebron “LBJ” Joseph will co-emcee the event along with Cole Williams, multi-hyphenate artist and host on WWOZ 90.7FM. Tickets start at $500 Gala Only | $750 Gala & Patron Party | More Packages Available
MRB
Apr
23
Lynn Drury
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 12:00 am
University of New Orleans - The 410 Lounge
Apr
23
Jazz at the Sandbar Concert Series ft. Brian Seeger Faculty Showcase
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 12:00 am
Lobby at The Barnett
Apr
23
Chickie Wah Wah
Apr
23
Snug Harbor
Apr
23
The Uptown Jazz Orchestra with Jarrel Allen
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 12:30 am
Jazz Playhouse
Apr
23
Chucky C & Friends
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 12:30 am
Preservation Hall
Apr
23
Joy Theater
Apr
23
Lukas Nelson + Sabine McCalla
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 01:00 am
April 23, 2026
*Doors 7pm | Show 8pm* Tickets $46.40 | All Ages
Buffa's
Apr
23
Tyler Bond
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 01:00 am
Three Muses
Apr
23
Trombone Charlotte
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 01:00 am
Bayou Bar at the Pontchartrain
Apr
23
Firm Roots ft. Peter Harris, The Groovemaster, Dwight Fitch Jr. & More!
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 01:00 am
April 23, 2026
Firm Roots ft. Peter Harris, The Groovemaster, Dwight Fitch Jr. & Julian Lee Paid reservations for tables available. Standing room at no charge
Mahogany Jazz Hall
Apr
23
Mahogany Hall All Stars ft. Tom Fischer
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 01:00 am
Old Point Bar
Apr
23
Dew Drop Inn Hotel & Lounge
Apr
23
The Drop Inn Jam Session Hosted by DC Paul
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 01:00 am
New Orleans Jazz & Blues Market
Apr
23
Fritzel's Jazz Club
Apr
23
Fritzel's All Star Band with Kevin Ray Clark & Gunhild Carling
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 01:00 am
21st Amendment
Apr
23
Big Mike & The R&B Kings
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 01:00 am
Carousel Bar & Lounge at Hotel Monteleone
Apr
23
James Martin Band
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 01:00 am
Maple Leaf
Apr
23
Happy Organ Hour with Joe Ashlar, Stanton Moore & Eddie Roberts
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 01:00 am
Saenger Theatre
Apr
23
Goose (Night 2)
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 01:00 am
Crypt, The
Apr
23
Miss Amerikan Vampyre + Blood Lovely
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 01:00 am
Maison Bourbon Jazz Club
Apr
23
The Leroy Marshall Band
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 01:00 am
New Marigny Theatre
Apr
23
Mahmoud Chouki ft. Radio Bird Quartet + Special Guests
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 01:00 am
April 23, 2026
*8-10pm |* An intimate and immersive evening featuring original music of Mahmoud Chouki reimagined with a string quartet, including members of the Radio Bird Quartet. Tickets $25
Tipitina's
Apr
23
North Mississippi Allstars with Special Guest Cedric Burnside
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 01:00 am
April 23, 2026
Vaughan's Lounge
Apr
23
Robin Rapuzzi's Glo Worm Trio
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 01:30 am
Dos Jefes
Apr
23
Gloria Turini
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 01:30 am
Preservation Hall
Apr
23
Saturn Bar
Apr
23
Johnny Dawson + Andrew Jobin & The Thick Smoke + Beau Cheval
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 02:00 am
St. Roch Tavern
Apr
23
James McClaskey & the Rythm Band
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 02:00 am
BMC
Apr
23
Under the Covers
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 02:00 am
Siberia
Apr
23
Ken Mujo + Bullshit Machine + Static Staic + Dummy Plus
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 02:00 am
Blue Nile
Apr
23
New Breed Brass Band
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 02:00 am
No Dice
Apr
23
Very Cherry
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 02:00 am
Gasa Gasa
Apr
23
Joey Peebles
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 02:00 am
April 23, 2026
*Doors 8pm | Show 9pm* Tickets $10 | Ages 18+
BJ's Lounge
Apr
23
007
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 02:00 am
30/90
Apr
23
The Budz
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 02:00 am
Bamboula's
Apr
23
Jelly Roll Stompers
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 02:00 am
Snug Harbor
Apr
23
The Uptown Jazz Orchestra with Jarrel Allen
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 02:30 am
Spotted Cat
Apr
23
Marty Peters & The Party Meters
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 02:30 am
Café Negril
Apr
23
Mother Ruckus
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 02:30 am
d.b.a.
Apr
23
The Next Level Band ft. HaSizzle & Hotboy Ronald
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 03:00 am
April 23, 2026
*Doors 9pm | Show 10pm-2am |* Festin' on Frenchmen 26' : Late Night After Dark on Frenchmen Street featuring local & traveling talent! Wednesday, April 22nd - The Next Level Band ft. Hasizzle & Hotboy Ronald Tickets $13.76 | Ages 21+
Santos Bar
Apr
23
Chambre Noir with Paco
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 03:00 am
Bayou Bar at the Pontchartrain
Apr
23
Firm Roots ft. Peter Harris, The Groovemaster, Dwight Fitch Jr. & More!
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 03:00 am
April 23, 2026
Firm Roots ft. Peter Harris, The Groovemaster, Dwight Fitch Jr. & Julian Lee Paid reservations for tables available. Standing room at no charge
Le Bon Temps Roulé
Apr
23
Cardboard Cowboy
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 03:00 am
Chickie Wah Wah
Apr
23
The Band of Heathens
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 03:30 am
Maple Leaf
Apr
23
Tanglers Bluegrass
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 04:00 am
Toulouse Theatre
Apr
23
(12am) The Breaks ft. Eddie Roberts, Stanton Moore & Robert Walter (Official Goose Afterparty)
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 04:45 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!
