French Quarter Events on Friday, July 4, 2025
Bamboula's
Jul
04
The New Orleans Rug Cutters
Friday, July 4, 2025 at 04:00 pm
Bourbon Street Drinkery
Jul
04
Shawan Rice Trio
Friday, July 4, 2025 at 04:30 pm
Ogden Museum of Southern Art
Jul
04
Independence Day Celebration ft. The New Orleans Concert Band
Friday, July 4, 2025 at 05:30 pm
July 4, 2025
*12:30-2pm * New Orleans Concert Band's annual celebration of America’s independence, with musical favorites from past and present! This special celebration will be led by guest conductor Dr. Patrick Hennessey. Free and open to the community, but registration [1] is requested. [1] https://ogdenmuseum.org/event/independence-day-celebration/
Fritzel's Jazz Club
Jul
04
Kevin Ray Clark Band
Friday, July 4, 2025 at 05:30 pm
Spotted Cat
Jul
04
Paradise Jazz Band
Friday, July 4, 2025 at 07:00 pm
Bamboula's
Jul
04
Felipe Antonio Quintet
Friday, July 4, 2025 at 07:15 pm
Fritzel's Jazz Club
Jul
04
Mike Clement Band
Friday, July 4, 2025 at 07:30 pm
Bourbon Street Drinkery
Jul
04
Pennsylvania Wolfe Johns
Friday, July 4, 2025 at 07:30 pm
NOLA Brewing
Jul
04
The Spring Chickens
Friday, July 4, 2025 at 08:00 pm
Olde Towne Slidell (OUTDOORS)
Jul
04
Olde Towne Slidell 4th of July Celebration ft. Paper Chase + Big in the 90’s & More!
Friday, July 4, 2025 at 09:00 pm
July 4, 2025
Roads Close at 3, Party Starts at *4pm*! *5pm: *Big in the 90’s kicks things off + Watermelon Eating Contest *6:30pm: *Hot Dog Eating Contest (Sign up at 5) *9pm: *Firework Display, followed by Paper Chase until *12am!* Free & Open to the Public
Maison, The
Jul
04
Nola Sweethearts
Friday, July 4, 2025 at 09:00 pm
.Streaming Only
Jul
04
David Doucet
Friday, July 4, 2025 at 10:00 pm
Bratz Y'all
Jul
04
Kenny Brown & Dean Zucchero
Friday, July 4, 2025 at 10:00 pm
BMC
Jul
04
Preservation Hall
Jul
04
Preservation All-Stars ft. Kevin Louis
Friday, July 4, 2025 at 10:00 pm
Frederick J. Sigur Civic Center
Jul
04
St. Bernard Salutes America ft. Adam Pearce, The Band Epic, Fireworks + More!
Friday, July 4, 2025 at 10:30 pm
July 5, 2025
*5:30-10pm* | St. Bernard Salutes America’s Annual Celebration and Fireworks Display (Chalmette). Come out, enjoy the fun, and support our local vendors who will be offering a wide variety of food, drinks and more! Event Schedule *5:30pm-6:30pm*: Adam Pearce *7:00pm-10:00pm:* The Band Epic *9:30pm: *Fireworks Free & Open to the Public
Fritzel's Jazz Club
Jul
04
Woodis/Lange Band
Friday, July 4, 2025 at 11:00 pm
Casting Call at the Hyatt Centric French Quarter (OUTDOORS)
Jul
04
First Fridays with Muevelo
Friday, July 4, 2025 at 11:00 pm
Spotted Cat
Jul
04
New Orleans Cottonmouth Kings
Friday, July 4, 2025 at 11:00 pm
d.b.a.
Jul
04
Little Freddie King
Friday, July 4, 2025 at 11:00 pm
Café Negril
Jul
04
Dana Abbott Band
Friday, July 4, 2025 at 11:00 pm
Preservation Hall
Jul
04
Preservation All-Stars ft. Kevin Louis
Friday, July 4, 2025 at 11:15 pm
Bamboula's
Jul
04
Les Getrex & Creole Cooking
Friday, July 4, 2025 at 11:30 pm
NOLA Brewing
Jul
05
Eric Johanson
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 12:00 am
Caesars Superdome
Jul
05
2025 Essence Festival ft. Maxwell, Babyface, GloRilla & More!
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 12:00 am
July 5, 2025
*Doors 6pm | Concert 7pm* For over 30 years, Essence Fest has been a vibrant homecoming and cultural pilgrimage—born from a celebration of Essence Magazine’s 25th anniversary, and now honoring 55 years of a legacy that has shaped, uplifted, and empowered generations. Every Fourth of July weekend, we gather in New Orleans to celebrate Black excellence in all its forms —bringing together the most iconic and influential voices in Hip-Hop, R&B, soul, funk, and gospel for an unforgettable Evening Concert Series. Friday's performances include Maxwell, GloRilla, Babyface, The Isley Brothers, Coco Jones, and Psiryn. Special Super Lounge Performance by Lucky Daye But the Festival is more than what happens on stage. It’s a living, breathing experience of Black culture in motion. From the innovation showcased at SOKO MRKT™, spotlighting emerging Black-owned businesses, to powerful dialogues hosted by the Global Black Economic Forum. From the bold beauty of Beautycon™, to the revolutionary spirit of AFROPUNK, and the immersive culinary celebration of the diaspora at the ESSENCE Food & Wine Festival. Discover SUEDE, a sanctuary for Black men, and engage with grassroots change at the Community Impact Hub. Tickets start at $82 | More information at https://www.essence.com/essencefestival2025/ [1] [1] https://www.essence.com/essencefestival2025/
Mahogany Jazz Hall
Jul
05
Delfeayo Marsalis Quintet
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 12:00 am
Bacchanal (OUTDOORS)
Jul
05
Joe's Italian Bistro
Jul
05
Tony Seville
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 12:00 am
MRB
Jul
05
ATCH
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 12:00 am
Maison, The
Jul
05
Shotgun Jazz Band
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 12:00 am
Three Muses
Jul
05
Aubrey Linda
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 12:00 am
Preservation Hall
Jul
05
Preservation All-Stars ft. Kevin Louis
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 12:30 am
Snug Harbor
Jul
05
Jason Marsalis Ensemble
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 12:30 am
Gasa Gasa
Jul
05
Protest Song Cover Night
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 01:00 am
Maison Bourbon Jazz Club
Jul
05
The Leroy Marshall Band
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 01:00 am
Bourbon Street Drinkery
Jul
05
Steve Mignano Band
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 01:00 am
J's Place Neauxla
Jul
05
Treme Brass Band
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 01:00 am
Davenport Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton
Jul
05
Jeremy Davenport
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 01:00 am
Chickie Wah Wah
Jul
05
Mid-City Lanes Rock 'n' Bowl
Jul
05
Image
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 01:30 am
May Baily's Place
Jul
05
Jerry Dugger
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 01:30 am
Preservation Hall
Jul
05
Preservation All-Stars ft. Kevin Louis
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 01:45 am
Tipitina's
Jul
05
Free Fridays ft. Soul Brass Band + Vegas Cola
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 02:00 am
July 5, 2025
*Doors 8pm | Show 9pm* | Free Fridays Concert Series! Every Friday night from May 23 - August 29, 2025 No Tickets Required | All Shows GA
No Dice
Jul
05
Billy Gay Cyrus
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 02:00 am
Civic Theatre
Jul
05
B-Hen Block Party
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 02:00 am
BMC
Jul
05
Smoky Greenwell Blues
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 02:00 am
Fritzel's Jazz Club
Jul
05
Fritzel's All Star Band with Kevin Ray Clark
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 02:00 am
Hard Rock Cafe
Jul
05
Offbeat Anthems
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 02:30 am
Snug Harbor
Jul
05
Jason Marsalis Ensemble
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 02:30 am
Mahogany Jazz Hall
Jul
05
Mahogany Jazz Hall Band ft. Mike Fulton with Midnight Burlesque
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 02:30 am
Rabbit Hole, The
Jul
05
Up To No Good – 4th Of July!
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 03:00 am
July 5, 2025
Get ready for PURE FIREWORKS from Dr. Romance & the gang! Tickets $25 | Ages 21+
BJ's Lounge
Jul
05
Miss Martha & Her Goodtime Gang Fireworks Afterparty
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 03:00 am
Bamboula's
Jul
05
Bettis & 3rd Degree
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 03:00 am
Blue Nile
Jul
05
Afrobeat NOLA
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 03:00 am
Poor Boys
Jul
05
DJs RQ Away, FTK & Heelturn
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 03:00 am
Spotted Cat
Jul
05
Vegas Cola Band
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 03:00 am
d.b.a.
Jul
05
Tidal Wave Brass Band
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 03:00 am
Café Negril
Jul
05
Higher Heights
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 03:00 am
Santos Bar
Jul
05
Snake Father + Amorance + Chesticle & Starze Rakkz
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 03:00 am
Maison, The
Jul
05
C.O.D.E. presents The Girls Trip Remix : RNB Edition
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 03:00 am
July 5, 2025
Essence Fest Friday! C.O.D.E. presents The Girls Trip Remix : RNB Edition Beats by The Curator & Friends | Live Performances with Special Guests Free Entry with RSVP [1] [1] https://www.eventbrite.com/e/code-presents-the-girls-trip-remix-rnb-edition-tickets-1422516036759?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Apple Barrel
Jul
05
Caitie B. & The Hand Me Downs
Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 03:30 am
Le Bon Temps Roulé
Jul
05
Pocket Chocolate
Saturday, July 5, 2025 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!
