April - May 2026
JAZZ FEST NOLA
Music. Food. Friends. All weekend. The definitive guide to experiencing Jazz & Heritage Festival with your whole crew.
Get the GuideWhy Bring Your Crew to Jazz Fest
14 Stages of Music
From legends to local brass bands. Split up, explore, meet back up. There's something for everyone.
Festival Food
Crawfish bread, cochon de lait, mango freeze. The food alone is worth the trip.
Private Base Camp
Private villas with pools for recovery between festival days. No hotel crowds.
Jazz Fest Schedule
The Opening
Last weekend of April. Typically features huge headliners and the classic opening ceremonies.
- Thursday - Sunday
- Fair Grounds Race Course
- Gates open at 11am daily
- Music ends at 7pm
The Finale
First weekend of May. Often has the biggest names and the most epic closing sets.
- Thursday - Sunday
- Same venue, same format
- Locals' favorite weekend
- Sunday finale is legendary
Where Your Crew Stays
Private Villas with Pools
After a full day at the festival, you need space to recover. Private properties with pools, full kitchens, and room for everyone.
- Private pools for post-fest recovery
- Multiple bedrooms (6-8+)
- Full kitchens for group meals
- Close to Fair Grounds
- No hotel parking nightmares
Book Early for Jazz Fest
Group properties near Fair Grounds sell out months in advance.
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