New Orleans Jazz Fest 2025 Is Bringing the Party Back to the Big Easy!
The spirit of New Orleans is set to shine brighter than ever this month, as the legendary New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival returns from April 24 to May 4, 2025. Now in its 55th year, the festival will take over the Fair Grounds Race Course for two weekends packed with music, culture, and unbeatable local flavour.
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Music That Moves the Soul
This year's lineup blends big-name headliners with homegrown talent, delivering everything from jazz and funk to rock, hip-hop, blues, and gospel. You’ve got icons like Pearl Jam, Kacey Musgraves, and Lenny Kravitz sharing the stage with global Afrobeat star Burna Boy, plus household names like Lil Wayne and The Roots, and local legends like Trombone Shorty. The stages pulse from midday into the evening, and whether you're front row or stretched out on the grass, it’s all about soaking in the rhythm of the city.
A Foodies Paradise
Aside from the music, Jazz Fest is heaven for your taste buds. Local favourites like crawfish Monica, fried soft-shell crab, and beignets fill the festival grounds with mouthwatering smells. This year, they’ve even added a dedicated vegan booth — because everyone deserves to eat well in New Orleans.
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Culture on Full Display
Between sets, wander through the Congo Square African Marketplace or the Louisiana Marketplace, where artists and makers from across the region share everything from handmade jewelry and paintings to traditional crafts and cultural performances. It’s more than a festival — it’s a celebration of heritage.
Getting There & Getting Around
With over half a million people expected, the city is buzzing. Shuttle services, ride shares, and walking-friendly neighbourhoods make it easy to get to the Fair Grounds. It might be late in the day, but if you're still considering a spontaneous trip, it's worth checking lastminute.com for potential last-minute deals on flights and hotels to New Orleans
Add It to Your Bookitlist
Maybe it's too late to plan your trip for this year, but there's always next time. Why not make 2026 the year you finally experience the magic of New Orleans? Add Jazz Fest to your Bookitlist and get ready to dance, eat, and celebrate life in one of the most soulful cities on Earth.
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