French Quarter Events on Saturday, August 30, 2025
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
Aug
30
Drum Circle with Spy Boy Walter
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 03:30 pm
City of New Orleans Riverboat
Aug
30
Bamboula's
Aug
30
Aaron Levinson & Friends
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 04:00 pm
Café Negril
Aug
30
Sasquatch & Friends Birthday Jam
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 04:00 pm
Bourbon Street Drinkery
Aug
30
Shawan Rice Trio
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 04:30 pm
Maidstone New Orleans, The
Aug
30
Icones ft. Music by Faux Pas + Performances by Bella Blue, Jeez Loueez & More!
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 05:00 pm
August 30, 2025
*12-6pm | *Decadence Celebration! Icones ft. Music by Faux Pas, Hosts Jackie Trouble & Tarah Cards Local Legends Bella Blue, Jeez Loueez, & Sw33t
Hideout Bar
Aug
30
Trombone Slim & The Music Street Quartet
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 05:00 pm
Dew Drop Inn Hotel & Lounge
Aug
30
Legends of the Dew Drop: Road to Rock & Roll
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 05:00 pm
August 30, 2025
Legends of the Dew Drop: Road to Rock & Roll is the evoluntion of music: LIVE! It's an immersive tribute to the legendary artists and groundbreaking sounds that transformed American music. Hosted and Narrated by actress Tanyell Quian (from tv show Queen Sugar and movie Ma), 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. Tickets start at $59.54 (includes live performances of music and storytelling, narratives tracing the roots of America’s most influential music genres, a Creole brunch buffet, and a tour of the Dew Drop Inn’s historic exhibit and legendary stage).
Fritzel's Jazz Club
Aug
30
Steve DeTroy Band
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 06:00 pm
100 Men Hall - Bay St. Louis
Aug
30
Booker Fest ft. J & The Causeways, River Eckert, The Quickening & More!
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 06:00 pm
August 30, 2025
*1pm: *St. Rose Gospel Choir *2:30pm: *Chloé Marie *4:15pm: *The Quickening *6pm: *River Eckert (Booker Tribute) *8pm: *J & The Causeways
Café Negril
Aug
30
Sugar & The Daddies
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 06:30 pm
City of New Orleans Riverboat
Aug
30
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
Aug
30
Betty Shirley Duo
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 07:00 pm
30/90
Aug
30
Anne Elise & The Swamp Circus
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 07:00 pm
Spotted Cat
Aug
30
Twerk Thomson Band
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 07:00 pm
Bamboula's
Aug
30
James McClaskey & The Rhythm Band
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 07:15 pm
Bourbon Street Drinkery
Aug
30
Angelica & The Selection
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 07:30 pm
Mahogany Jazz Hall
Aug
30
Stephen Walker N'em
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 08:00 pm
Casting Call at the Hyatt Centric French Quarter (OUTDOORS)
Aug
30
Eureeka Starfish
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 08:00 pm
Maison Bourbon Jazz Club
Aug
30
The Leroy Marshall Band
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 08:15 pm
Press Room at The Eliza Jane Hotel
Aug
30
Or Shovaly Plus
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 09:00 pm
Maison, The
Aug
30
Audrey & The CrawZaddies
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 09:00 pm
Bratz Y'all
Aug
30
Jonathon Long & Dean Zucchero
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 09:00 pm
Bourbon O Bar at The Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Aug
30
Kayla Jasmine
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 09:00 pm
House of Blues - Voodoo Garden (OUTDOORS)
Aug
30
Jamey St. Pierre
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 10:00 pm
30/90
Aug
30
Xcitement
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 10:00 pm
Tipsy Trumpet
Aug
30
Feral House Cats
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 10:00 pm
Preservation Hall
Aug
30
Fritzel's Jazz Club
Aug
30
Bourbon Matinee Jazz Band with Chuck Brackman
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 10:00 pm
Kerry Irish Pub
Aug
30
Crescent & Clover
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 10:00 pm
BMC
Aug
30
SpotHolders
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 10:30 pm
Le CaBARet
Aug
30
Decadent Music by Coley on the Keys
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 10:30 pm
Polo Club at Windsor Court Hotel
Aug
30
John Royen
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 10:30 pm
Carousel Bar & Lounge at Hotel Monteleone
Aug
30
Big Joe Kennedy
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 10:30 pm
Courtyard Brewery (OUTDOORS)
Aug
30
Sariyah Idan
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 11:00 pm
August 30, 2025
*6-10pm | *Four hours of originals plus soul, jazz, latin, and other covers by internationally touring artist Sariyah Idan.
City of New Orleans Riverboat
Aug
30
d.b.a.
Aug
30
Jenavieve Cooke & The Winding Boys
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 11:00 pm
Kermit's Tremé Mother-in-Law Lounge
Aug
30
Café Negril
Aug
30
Uncut
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 11:00 pm
Apple Barrel
Aug
30
Felipe K-rrera
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 11:00 pm
Holmes at the Hyatt Centric French Quarter
Aug
30
Summer Songwriter Residency ft. James Jordan
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 11:00 pm
Batture, The (OUTDOORS)
Aug
30
Sun Sets at the Batture ft. Phil Cramer of Steele Creek
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 11:00 pm
August 30, 2025
Southern Crescent Recording Company presents Sun Sets at the Batture: Live Music at Sunset! A weekly Songwriter Concert Series from Aug 30-Sep 27, all concerts 6-8pm
Spotted Cat
Aug
30
Panorama Jazz Band
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 11:00 pm
Preservation Hall
Aug
30
Bamboula's
Aug
30
Johnny Mastro Blues
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 11:30 pm
Orpheum Theater
Aug
31
504: A Youth Hip-Hop Musical about Hurricane Katrina
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 12:00 am
August 31, 2025
*Doors 6pm | Show 7pm* This powerful drama, written and directed by Anthony Bean, choreographed by Real Washington, and with Vocal direction by Brittney Crayton, explores themes of resilience, identity, and the human spirit. The 504 Play follows Aikeem (played by Jordan Bates), a determined young man dedicated to rebuilding his hometown of New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina’s devastation. Aikeem’s primary goal is to include the city’s youth in its rebuilding efforts. He’s organizing a concert to raise awareness about their struggles and to show that they matter and want to be part of the city’s future. The play explores themes of resilience, community, and inclusion, offering a powerful and thought-provoking story that connects with audiences from diverse backgrounds. The 504 Play features energetic dance performances and a diverse range of music, including soulful blues and gospel, as well as lively hip-hop. These elements enhance the play, highlighting the resilience and spirit of New Orleans’ youth as they confront the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. The cast features a talented group of over 50 young actors, dancers, and singers from the New Orleans area who have participated in the Anthony Bean Performing Arts Summer Program, adding depth and authenticity to their roles. Tickets $29.40
Mahogany Jazz Hall
Aug
31
Gerald French Trio
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 12:00 am
House of Blues
Aug
31
The Fixx
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 12:00 am
NOLA Brewing
Aug
31
NOLA 'Nacular Art Gallery
Aug
31
Natasha Sanchez + Joshua the Bock
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 12:00 am
August 31, 2025
*Doors 6pm | Show 7pm* Free & Open to the Public | All Ages
Bacchanal (OUTDOORS)
Aug
31
Pete Olynciw
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 12:00 am
Maison, The
Aug
31
Smoking Time Jazz Club
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 12:00 am
Tropical Isle Bourbon
Aug
31
Mark Barrett & The First Calls
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 12:00 am
Howlin' Wolf - The Den
Aug
31
Carnival City: A New Orleans Vaudeville Variety Show
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 12:00 am
Marigny Brasserie
Aug
31
No Drama
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 12:30 am
Jazz Playhouse
Aug
31
The Nayo Jones Experience
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 12:30 am
Snug Harbor
Aug
31
Delfeayo Marsalis Sextet
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 12:30 am
Preservation Hall
Aug
31
Three Muses
Aug
31
Tyler Thomson
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 12:30 am
Marigny Opera House
Aug
31
Tomorrow and Tomorrow - an Opera-Ballet based on "Macbeth"
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 01:00 am
August 31, 2025
*Tomorrow and Tomorrow *- an Opera-Ballet based on "Macbeth" runs Friday Aug 29th-Aug 31st! A fully-staged adaptation of Macbeth featuring 4 opera singers, 4 dancers, and a live string quintet! Tickets $33.85 GA | All Ages
Gasa Gasa
Aug
31
Tony Testa + Left Hook + Dizzy
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 01:00 am
Algiers Music & Artist Studio
Aug
31
Bettis & 3rd Brass Band
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 01:00 am
Maple Leaf
Aug
31
Eric Johanson
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 01:00 am
Bourbon Street Drinkery
Aug
31
Bang Bang
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 01:00 am
Maison Dupuy
Aug
31
21st Amendment
Aug
31
Big Mike & The R&B Kings
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 01:00 am
30/90
Aug
31
Tyler Kinchen & The Right Pieces
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 01:00 am
Davenport Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton
Aug
31
Jeremy Davenport
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 01:00 am
Buffa's
Aug
31
The Dirty Rain Revelers
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 01:00 am
Hurricanes Sports Bar
Aug
31
Freudian Slips + Stone Cold Hippies
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 01:00 am
August 31, 2025
*8pm: *Freudian Slips *9:30pm: *Stone Cold Hippies
Bayou Bar at the Pontchartrain
Aug
31
Oh Yeah! ft. Peter Harris, Ed Perkins, Wes "Warmdaddy" Anderson & More!
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 01:00 am
August 31, 2025
Oh Yeah! ft. Peter Harris, Ed Perkins, Wes "Warmdaddy" Anderson, Joe Ashlar, and Peter Varnado Free & Open to the Public Reservations recommended, but not required
Bourbon O Bar at The Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Aug
31
The Blues Masters
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 01:00 am
Mid-City Lanes Rock 'n' Bowl
Aug
31
The Boogie Men
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 01:30 am
Preservation Hall
Aug
31
Carrollton Station
Aug
31
Giovanni Ventello + Quinn Pilgrim
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 02:00 am
Dos Jefes
Aug
31
Harmonouche
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 02:00 am
Chickie Wah Wah
Aug
31
Ed Volker’s Trio MULLOSC with Special Guests Rod Hodges & René Coman
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 02:00 am
August 31, 2025
Ed Volker’s Trio MULLOSC with Special Guests Rod Hodges & René Coman of the Iguanas
Okay Bar
Aug
31
"Heatwave!" Soul + R&B Dance Party with DJ Ann
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 02:00 am
Old Point Bar
Aug
31
Jaywalkers
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 02:00 am
BMC
Aug
31
John Lisi & Delta Funk
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 02:00 am
No Dice
Aug
31
MO SIQQA Presents: Pothole + The Buddha Bellies + Midas
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 02:00 am
August 31, 2025
Fritzel's Jazz Club
Aug
31
Fritzel's All-Star Band with Dave Ruffner & Caleb Nelson
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 02:00 am
Jazz Playhouse
Aug
31
The Nayo Jones Experience
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 02:00 am
Tipitina's
Aug
31
Ruby's Roadhouse
Aug
31
Sam Price & The True Believers
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 02:00 am
Polo Club at Windsor Court Hotel
Aug
31
Bean 'N The Boys
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 02:00 am
Carousel Bar & Lounge at Hotel Monteleone
Aug
31
Lena Prima & Band
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 02:00 am
Double Dealer at Orpheum Theater
Aug
31
d.b.a.
Aug
31
Colin Davis & Night People
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 02:30 am
Snug Harbor
Aug
31
Delfeayo Marsalis Sextet
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 02:30 am
Mahogany Jazz Hall
Aug
31
Mahogany Hall Jazz Band ft. Kid Chocolate with Midnight Burlesque
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 02:30 am
Santos Bar
Aug
31
Furball Southern Decadence Edition
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 03:00 am
House of Blues - Foundation Room
Aug
31
Opulence - 90's R&B Nostalgia Edition
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 03:00 am
Spotted Cat
Aug
31
Lagniappe Brass Band
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 03:00 am
Maison, The
Aug
31
Sierra Green & The Giants
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 03:00 am
Blue Nile
Aug
31
Afrobeat NOLA
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 03:00 am
Bamboula's
Aug
31
Paggy Prine & Southern Soul
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 03:00 am
Blue Nile - Balcony Room
Aug
31
The Next Level Band
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 03:00 am
Café Negril
Aug
31
Dr. Sick & The Late Greats
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 03:00 am
30/90 - Upstairs
Aug
31
DJ London
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 03:00 am
Bayou Bar at the Pontchartrain
Aug
31
Oh Yeah! ft. Peter Harris, Ed Perkins, Wes "Warmdaddy" Anderson & More!
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 03:00 am
August 31, 2025
Oh Yeah! ft. Peter Harris, Ed Perkins, Wes "Warmdaddy" Anderson, Joe Ashlar, and Peter Varnado Free & Open to the Public Reservations recommended, but not required
Apple Barrel
Aug
31
Pennsylvania Wolfe Johns
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 03:30 am
Three Muses
Aug
31
Aubrey Linda
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 03:30 am
Le Bon Temps Roulé
Aug
31
Marigny Hemenway
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 04:00 am
30/90
Aug
31
KarmaDoll
Sunday, August 31, 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!
