French Quarter Events on Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Steamboat Natchez
Aug
19
Steamboat Stompers
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 04:00 pm
Bourbon Square Jazz Bar
Aug
19
Keva Holiday
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 05:00 pm
Fritzel's Jazz Club
Aug
19
Richard "Piano" Scott
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 06:00 pm
Steamboat Natchez
Aug
19
Steamboat Stompers
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 07:00 pm
Spotted Cat
Aug
19
Brett Gallo Jazz Band
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 07:00 pm
New Orleans Jazz Museum
Aug
19
The Jazz Foundation of America (JFA) presents The New Catahoulas
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 07:00 pm
Cajun Boil House
Aug
19
Les Getrex
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 08:00 pm
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
Aug
19
Hannah Kreiger-Benson
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 08:00 pm
Pat O'Brien's
Aug
19
Victoria Amato & Natalie Mae + Ben Michaels & Jim Lockwood
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 09:00 pm
Fritzel's Jazz Club
Aug
19
Bourbon Street Stars
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 10:00 pm
Snug Harbor
Aug
19
Sasha Durta & Phil Degruy
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 10:00 pm
Preservation Hall
Aug
19
The Preservation All-Stars ft. Branden Lewis
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 10:00 pm
Picnic Provisions & Whiskey (OUTDOORS)
Aug
19
Nina Hungerland
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 10:00 pm
Davenport Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton
Aug
19
Jeremy Davenport
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 10:30 pm
Polo Club at The Windsor Court, The
Aug
19
David Boeddinghaus
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 10:30 pm
Virgin Hotels New Orleans
Aug
19
Leaux Fye Tribe
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Steamboat Natchez
Aug
19
Dukes of Dixieland
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Lobby Lounge at JW Marriott
Aug
19
Raphael Bas
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Maison, The
Aug
19
Gene's Music Machine
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Broadside, The
Aug
19
Creo Groove ft. Brookecita + Jerrad
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 11:00 pm
August 19, 2026
*6-9pm * Calling all Arts and Crafters. It's time once again for another Creo Groove. Join us at the Broadside for a cool combination of Art and Music. Bring your creativity and make some art all the while grooving to the ambient sounds of Brookiecita & Jerrad. It all happens in the air conditioned Pavilion at The Broadside. Art supplies are provided or bring your own. All skill levels welcome. A $15 donation is requested the evening of to participate. The fun starts at 6pm! The Nikkei Izakaya kitchen opens at 5pm for your dining pleasure
Spotted Cat
Aug
19
Shotgun Jazz Band
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Preservation Hall
Aug
19
The Preservation All-Stars ft. Branden Lewis
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 11:15 pm
Tropical Isle Bourbon
Aug
20
Dave Ferrato
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 12:00 am
New Orleans Jazz & Blues Market
Aug
20
Summer Music Series ft. Victor Campbell
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 12:00 am
August 20, 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
Buffa's
Aug
20
Joe Krown
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 12:00 am
Deutsches Haus
Aug
20
John Rankin & Paul Sanchez
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 12:00 am
Snug Harbor
Aug
20
Delfeayo Marsalis & the Uptown Jazz Orchestra
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 12:30 am
Three Muses
Aug
20
Trombone Charlotte
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 12:30 am
Preservation Hall
Aug
20
The Preservation All-Stars ft. Branden Lewis
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 12:30 am
Café Negril
Aug
20
Jam-ilton
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 12:30 am
Howlin' Wolf - The Den
Aug
20
Fritzel's Jazz Club
Aug
20
Fritzel's All Star Band with Kevin Ray Clark
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 01:00 am
Dew Drop Inn Hotel & Lounge
Aug
20
The Drop Inn Jam Session ft. Ashlin Parker
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 01:00 am
August 20, 2026
The trumpet is coming out and the room is about to get LOUD! Join us this Wednesday, August 19th as the incredible Ashlin Parker sits in for a night of soulful, high-energy live music you don't want to miss. Free & Open to the Public
Gretna Tavern
Aug
20
Adam Pearce
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 01:00 am
Maison Bourbon Jazz Club
Aug
20
The Leroy Marshall Band
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 01:00 am
Bayou Bar at the Pontchartrain
Aug
20
Firm Roots ft. Peter Harris, The Groovemaster, Derek Douget, and Dwight Fitch Jr.
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 01:00 am
Holy Diver
Aug
20
The Amazing Henrietta
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 01:00 am
Favela Chic
Aug
20
Better Late Than Jake
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 01:00 am
21st Amendment
Aug
20
Lobelia Jazz Band
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 01:00 am
d.b.a.
Aug
20
The Next Level Band
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 01:00 am
Bourbon O Bar at The Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Aug
20
Charles Holmes from The Blues Masters
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 01:00 am
Paulie's
Aug
20
Vaughan's Lounge
Aug
20
Robin Rapuzzi's Glo Worm Trio
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 01:30 am
Dos Jefes
Aug
20
Jenna McSwain
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 01:30 am
Preservation Hall
Aug
20
The Preservation All-Stars ft. Branden Lewis
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 01:45 am
Carrollton Station
Aug
20
Pocket Chocolate + Britti
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 02:00 am
Spotted Cat
Aug
20
Marty Peters & the Party Meters
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 02:30 am
Snug Harbor
Aug
20
Delfeayo Marsalis & the Uptown Jazz Orchestra
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 02:30 am
Santos Bar
Aug
20
Chambre Noir with DJ Paco
Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 03:00 am
Bayou Bar at the Pontchartrain
Aug
20
Firm Roots ft. Peter Harris, The Groovemaster, Derek Douget, and Dwight Fitch Jr.
Thursday, August 20, 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!
