French Quarter Festival takes place April 16-19, 2026 in New Orleans, Louisiana, celebrating the rich musical heritage of soul, blues, funk, R&B, and jazz. Big Freedia headlines this four-day music festival featuring 83 artists, all representing the diverse sounds of American music. The festival showcases authentic New Orleans music traditions alongside contemporary interpretations of these classic genres. Music lovers seeking an immersive experience in America's most influential musical styles will find performances spanning the full spectrum of soul, blues, funk, R&B, and jazz at this springtime celebration.
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Big Freedia
New Orleans, Louisiana
Irma Thomas
New Orleans, Louisiana
Cyril Neville
New Orleans, Louisiana
Dawn Richard
New Orleans, Louisiana
Charmaine Neville
New Orleans, Louisiana
Amanda Shaw
New Orleans, Louisiana
The Soul Rebels
New Orleans, Louisiana
Rebirth Brass Band
New Orleans, Louisiana
John Boutté
New Orleans, Louisiana
Honey Island Swamp Band
New Orleans, Louisiana
Bonerama
New Orleans, Louisiana
Sally Baby's Silver Dollars
New Orleans, Louisiana
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