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The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation mourns the loss of Scott Aiges, who championed music, culture, and public service across New Orleans, Louisiana, and beyond.

The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation’s Johnny Jackson Jr. Gospel Is Alive! Celebration presented by Peoples Health will be held on Monday, April 27, 2026 from 9:30am to 11:30am at the Rock of Ages Baptist Church, 2515 Franklin Avenue. The concert is free and open to the public. Seating is limited and registration is encouraged.

The 2026 Jazz & Heritage Gala returns with an electric evening celebrating the cultural ties & traditions from New Orleans to Jamaica. Featured artists include The Wailers featuring Julian Marley and Big Sam’s Funky Nation.

The 2026 Congo Square Rhythms Festival presented by the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation returns to Louis Armstrong Park and Congo Square on Saturday, March 28, and Sunday, March 29, with two performance stages and large local food and arts markets. Admission to the festival is free and open to the public.

The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation announced this morning that applications are now open for Louisiana social service nonprofits and high schools to apply for the Community Outreach Ticket program.

The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival presented by Shell has revealed its highly-anticipated music lineup for the 2026 celebration, taking place April 23 – May 3. Jazz Fest celebrates New Orleans and Louisiana’s rich culture, spirit and sounds alongside world-class artists from across the globe, creating one of the most diverse and dynamic musical experiences on the planet.

The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation is excited to announce the 2025-2026 recipients of the Community Partnership Grant program. Over 600 grants totaling $2 million were given to creatives, cultural organizations, educational institutions, and more to continue supporting Louisiana music, art, and cultural heritage.

The Tremé Creole Gumbo Festival will returns to Louis Armstrong Park on November 8 and 9, 2025. This free weekend celebrates the Faubourg Tremé as the birthplace of both jazz and a significant cherished local culture of New Orleans. The festivals will happen throughout Louis Armstrong Park and Congo Square on Saturday, March 25, and Sunday, March 26, with multiple performance stages and large local food and arts markets.

Food menus and craft vendors have just been announced for the 2025 Crescent City Blues & BBQ Festival presented by the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation. The Crescent City Blues & BBQ Festival will be held in Lafayette Square Park on Friday, October 10, Saturday, October 11, and Sunday, October 12, featuring two performance stages and large food and arts markets starring a variety of local vendors.

Performers at the 2025 edition include Devon Allman’s Blues Summit, Tab Benoit, Bobby Rush, Leo Nocentelli of the Meters, Sierra Green & the Giants, Vasti Jackson, Wolfe Johns, Mem Shannon & the Membership, Ed Wills & Blues 4 $ale, Eric Johanson, Carolyn Wonderland, Tyron Benoit Band, Joy Clark, Hubby Jenkins, Mia Borders, The Top Notes featuring Ernie Vincent, and Cindy Cashdollar, Brian Mitchell, and the Woodstock All-Stars w/ special guest Sonny Landreth.