French Quarter Events on Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Steamboat Natchez
Aug
26
Steamboat Stompers
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 04:00 pm
Bourbon Square Jazz Bar
Aug
26
Keva Holiday
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 05:00 pm
Fritzel's Jazz Club
Aug
26
Richard "Piano" Scott
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 06:00 pm
Spotted Cat
Aug
26
Brett Gallo Jazz Band
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 07:00 pm
Steamboat Natchez
Aug
26
Steamboat Stompers
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 07:00 pm
Cajun Boil House
Aug
26
Les Getrex
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 08:00 pm
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
Aug
26
Steve Pistorius & His Porch Pals
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 08:00 pm
Pat O'Brien's
Aug
26
Matt Hayden & Lisa Bittick-Lowe + Sydney McMath & Jim Lockwood
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 09:00 pm
Trumpet & Drum Coffee House
Aug
26
Krewe of Callas Opera Night
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 10:00 pm
Picnic Provisions & Whiskey (OUTDOORS)
Aug
26
Mikayla Braun
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 10:00 pm
Fritzel's Jazz Club
Aug
26
Bourbon Street Stars
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 10:00 pm
Snug Harbor
Aug
26
JFA presents "BRW"
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 10:00 pm
Preservation Hall
Aug
26
The Preservation All-Stars ft. Branden Lewis
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 10:00 pm
Davenport Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton
Aug
26
Jeremy Davenport
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 10:30 pm
Polo Club at The Windsor Court, The
Aug
26
David Boeddinghaus
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 10:30 pm
InterContinental New Orleans
Aug
26
Cutting Edge 2026 Conference Opening Party & Jam Session
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 10:30 pm
August 26, 2026
Cutting Edge Conference 20236 Opening Party & Jam Session! More information and full schedule of events at https://cuttingedgenola.com/ [1] Free & Open to the Public [1] https://cuttingedgenola.com/
Bacchanal (OUTDOORS)
Aug
26
Jesse Morrow
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Crescent City Brewhouse
Aug
26
Thomas Dunford Jazz Trio
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Courtyard Brewery
Aug
26
Sariyah Idan Duo
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 11:00 pm
August 26, 2026
Four hours of originals and innovative interpretation by Sariyah Idan with Nick Benoit on bass. No cover, support the tap room and the Mexican food popup by Sword & Stone.
Spotted Cat
Aug
26
Shotgun Jazz Band
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Steamboat Natchez
Aug
26
Dukes of Dixieland
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Virgin Hotels New Orleans
Aug
26
Leaux Fye Tribe
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Maison, The
Aug
26
Gene's Music Machine
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Lobby Lounge at JW Marriott
Aug
26
Raphael Bas
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 11:00 pm
New Orleans Museum of Art
Aug
26
Musical Encounters with David Sigler
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Preservation Hall
Aug
26
The Preservation All-Stars ft. Branden Lewis
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 11:15 pm
Buffa's
Aug
27
Millie Grace Band
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 12:00 am
B Mac's (OUTDOORS)
Aug
27
Dana Abbott & Alex Mallet
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 12:00 am
Blue Nile
Aug
27
Carolina Gallop's Fashion Show Extravaganza with performances by Chuck Perkins, The Cicadas, Harpist Darryllynn Sabbath & More!
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 12:00 am
August 27, 2026
*Doors 6:30pm | Show 7-10pm |* GLAM II - Carolina Gallop's Fashion Show Extravaganza A Fundraiser benefiting School Children in Honduras and Trap Dat Cat This will be Carolina's first showcase in 11 years! There will be 8-10 individual Fashion Designers [Carolina Gallop, Jose Luis Rodriguez, De'Andre Beverly, John Delgadillo, Keno Watson, Wintur Redhawk, Howlpop, Eagle Fish Designs] showing casing their original designs, plus entertainment by Poet and Musician Chuck Perkins, The Cicadas, Harpist Darryllynn Sabbath, Drag performers, DJ's and more! Complimentary buffet and drinks from 6:30pm-7:30pm Tickets $15 GA ($10 with Donation of school supplies or pet items) | $25 VIP Seating RSVP – 504-931-7779 or Email: carolinagallop@gmail.com [1] [1] mailto:carolinagallop@gmail.com
New Orleans Jazz & Blues Market
Aug
27
Summer Music Series ft. Dusky Waters
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 12:00 am
August 27, 2026
Wednesdays at 7 PM, the vibrant sounds of New Orleans come alive as the city’s favorite musicians gather to bring music to the New Orleans Jazz & Blues Market’s Summer Music Series in the Lounge. This weekly event is a celebration of the rich musical heritage that defines New Orleans, featuring a dynamic mix of jazz, blues, and other regional sounds. Tickets $15
Tropical Isle Bourbon
Aug
27
Dave Ferrato
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 12:00 am
True South
Aug
27
Ugly Rumors
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 12:30 am
Preservation Hall
Aug
27
The Preservation All-Stars ft. Branden Lewis
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 12:30 am
Snug Harbor
Aug
27
Delfeayo Marsalis & the Uptown Jazz Orchestra
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 12:30 am
Café Negril
Aug
27
Jam-ilton
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 12:30 am
21st Amendment
Aug
27
Dr. Sick
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 01:00 am
Favela Chic
Aug
27
Better Late Than Jake
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 01:00 am
Bourbon O Bar at The Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Aug
27
Shawan Rice
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 01:00 am
d.b.a.
Aug
27
The Next Level Band
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 01:00 am
Paulie's
Aug
27
Fillmore, The
Aug
27
Jacquees + K Camp + Lihtz
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 01:00 am
August 27, 2026
*Doors 7pm | Show 8pm* Tickets start at $35.75
Fritzel's Jazz Club
Aug
27
Fritzel's All Star Band with Kevin Ray Clark
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 01:00 am
Café Istanbul
Aug
27
Spiritus Mundi Crescentis
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 01:00 am
Bayou Bar at the Pontchartrain
Aug
27
Firm Roots ft. Peter Harris, The Groovemaster, Derek Douget, and Dwight Fitch Jr.
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 01:00 am
Maison Bourbon Jazz Club
Aug
27
The Leroy Marshall Band
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 01:00 am
Holy Diver
Aug
27
The Amazing Henrietta
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 01:00 am
Dew Drop Inn Hotel & Lounge
Aug
27
The Drop Inn Jam Session ft. Ten Spencer
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 01:00 am
August 27, 2026
Ten Spencer is joining us as the featured Jam Session artist. Watch what happens when this city's talent gets on stage! Free & Open to the Public
Dos Jefes
Aug
27
Tangiers Combo
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 01:30 am
Vaughan's Lounge
Aug
27
Robin Rapuzzi's Glo Worm Trio
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 01:30 am
Preservation Hall
Aug
27
The Preservation All-Stars ft. Branden Lewis
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 01:45 am
Saturn Bar
Aug
27
Scally + Phin + Lyla DiPaul
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 02:00 am
Siberia
Aug
27
Big Red + The Pause + SWARM
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 02:00 am
Snug Harbor
Aug
27
Delfeayo Marsalis & the Uptown Jazz Orchestra
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 02:30 am
Spotted Cat
Aug
27
Marty Peters & the Party Meters
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 02:30 am
Santos Bar
Aug
27
Chambre Noir with DJ Paco
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 03:00 am
Bayou Bar at the Pontchartrain
Aug
27
Firm Roots ft. Peter Harris, The Groovemaster, Derek Douget, and Dwight Fitch Jr.
Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 03:00 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!
