French Quarter Events on Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Café Beignet on Decatur
May
06
Bob Macy
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 03:00 pm
Steamboat Natchez
May
06
New Orleans Jazz Museum
May
06
Steamboat Natchez
May
06
Snug Harbor
May
06
Matsiko Singers
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:00 pm
Preservation Hall
May
06
Preservation All-Stars ft. Branden Lewis
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:00 pm
Lafayette Square (OUTDOORS)
May
06
YLC's Wednesday at the Square with Brass-A-Holics + Justin Garner
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:00 pm
May 6, 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/
Picnic Provisions & Whiskey (OUTDOORS)
May
06
Mikayla Braun
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:00 pm
Polo Club at The Windsor Court, The
May
06
David Boeddinghaus
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:30 pm
Davenport Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton
May
06
Jeremy Davenport
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:30 pm
University of New Orleans - The 410 Lounge
May
06
UNO Jazz Studies Graduate Recitals ft. Ben Fox & Jason Williams
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11:00 pm
May 6, 2026
UNO Jazz Studies Graduate recitals take place NEXT Wednesday, May 6 at the 410 Lounge, UNO Library, 4th Floor (the location of Jazz at the Sandbar). *6pm:* Ben Fox (Bass) *7pm:* Jason Williams (Piano) These recitals fulfill their graduate degree requirements, and Both Fox and Williams will present music that showcases the hard work they have done over the past two years at UNO. All are welcome!
Irene's
May
06
Monty Banks
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Bargeboard Nola
May
06
Wednesdays on the Point ft. Anaïs St. John
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11:00 pm
May 6, 2026
*6-7:30pm |* Wednesdays on the Point ft. Anaïs St. John! Collecting non perishable food items for the Algiers Point Free lil Pantry Pop Up Food by Neon Pizza
Maison, The
May
06
Gene's Music Machine
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11:00 pm
BMC
May
06
The Rumpshakers
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Commons Club at Virgin Hotels New Orleans
May
06
Leaux Fye Tribe
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Café Degas
May
06
Gizinti Trio
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Preservation Hall
May
06
Preservation All-Stars ft. Branden Lewis
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11:15 pm
Marigny Brasserie
May
07
Legacy Jazz Band
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 12:00 am
New Orleans JCC
May
07
Ziv Kartaginer: The Founder and Music Director of the Middle Eastern Big Band
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 12:00 am
May 7, 2026
Ziv Kartaginer is a trumpet player, composer, and arranger whose music blends jazz, classical, Middle Eastern, klezmer, and world traditions. Born in Jerusalem to a family with roots in Tunisia, Bulgaria, and Poland, he draws deeply from Balkan, klezmer, and Middle Eastern musical cultures. His work brings these traditions together with contemporary jazz, creating inventive and compelling musical experiences. For this performance, Ziv will collaborate with local New Orleans musicians, merging the city’s distinctive sound with his original compositions and fresh arrangements of Israeli and Middle Eastern pieces for a vibrant, cross-cultural evening of music. Tickets Free for JCC members | $18 Non-Members
Café Negril
May
07
Jam-ilton
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 12:00 am
Café Istanbul
May
07
Songs for the People ft. Kelly Love Jones, Johanna Rose, Unscripted & Sariyah Idan
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 12:00 am
May 7, 2026
Songs for the People This month features songwriters/poets Kelly Love Jones, Johanna Rose, Unscripted, and Sariyah Idan performing in the round (2 pieces per round, 3 rounds). Beneficiary organization for this month is SANTOSHA VILLAGE who builds community with and provides ongoing necessary mutual aid services to our unhoused neighbors. Admission $10-20 Suggested
Marigny Studios
May
07
Jon Langford & Kelly Hogan with Special Guest Michael Cerveris
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 12:00 am
May 7, 2026
*Doors 6:30pm | Show 7pm* A special listening room show w/ Jon Langford (Mekons) + Kelly Hogan (Mavis Staples), with Michael Cerveris (Loose Cattle) Tickets $43.11
Lobby at The Barnett
May
07
ANTWIGADEE!
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 12:00 am
Snug Harbor
May
07
Uptown Jazz Orchestra with Scott Johnson
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 12:30 am
Jazz Playhouse
May
07
Funkin' It Up with Big Sam
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 12:30 am
Preservation Hall
May
07
Preservation All-Stars ft. Branden Lewis
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 12:30 am
Saenger Theatre
May
07
Floetry
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 01:00 am
Siberia
May
07
Regency Dance Class with Giddy Up Two Step
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 01:00 am
21st Amendment
May
07
Dr. Sick
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 01:00 am
Chickie Wah Wah
May
07
Jon Cleary
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 01:00 am
Howlin' Wolf - The Den
May
07
Mowgli Giannitti & Friends
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 01:00 am
Dew Drop Inn Hotel & Lounge
May
07
The Drop Inn Jam Session Hosted by DC Paul
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 01:00 am
May 7, 2026
*Every Wednesday | Doors at 8pm * A midweek tradition bringing together seasoned musicians, rising artists, and surprise guests for a night of live, soulful collaboration. Free & Open to the Public
Bayou Bar at the Pontchartrain
May
07
Firm Roots ft. Peter Harris, The Groovemaster, Derek Douget, and Oscar Rossignoli
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 01:00 am
Dos Jefes
May
07
Kris Tokarski
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 01:30 am
Preservation Hall
May
07
Preservation All-Stars ft. Branden Lewis
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 01:45 am
Blue Nile
May
07
Kota Dosa
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 02:00 am
May 7, 2026
*Doors 8:30pm | Show 9pm * Free Admission With Valid I.D. & Drink Purchases | Ages 21+
Saturn Bar
May
07
Brazilian Night with Lapis
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 02:00 am
BMC
May
07
Under the Covers
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 02:00 am
Original Nite Cap, The
May
07
Gavin Eckler Trio
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 02:00 am
Snug Harbor
May
07
Uptown Jazz Orchestra with Scott Johnson
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 02:30 am
Santos Bar
May
07
Chambre Noir with Paco
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 03:00 am
Bayou Bar at the Pontchartrain
May
07
Firm Roots ft. Peter Harris, The Groovemaster, Derek Douget, and Oscar Rossignoli
Thursday, May 7, 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!
