The 2025 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival has unveiled its highly anticipated lineup, promising an unforgettable celebration of music. Set to take place over two weekends—April 24th-27th and May 1st-4th—at the iconic Fair Grounds Race Course, the festival will feature an impressive roster of performers spanning multiple genres.
Among the headliners are rock legends Pearl Jam and Dave Matthews Band, along with hometown rap icon Lil Wayne, who will take the stage with The Roots. Also headlining are Lenny Kravitz, Kacey Musgraves, John Fogerty, Luke Combs, Santana, and Afro-fusion sensation Burna Boy.
In addition to these major acts, the festival will showcase a diverse range of talent, including HAIM, Cage the Elephant, My Morning Jacket, and legendary soul singers Gladys Knight and Patti LaBelle. Jazz enthusiasts can look forward to performances by Kamasi Washington, Branford Marsalis, and the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, while fans of rock and roll will enjoy Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, Cheap Trick, and Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue.
The festival promises to deliver something for everyone, with artists like Harry Connick Jr., Margo Price, Morris Day & the Time, and Taj Mahal & The Phantom Blues Band also gracing the stage. The event will undoubtedly bring the vibrant culture of New Orleans to life through its rich musical heritage and diverse performances.
Tickets for both weekends are now available, with fans eager to experience the magic of the Big Easy’s biggest music event of the year.
