French Quarter Events
FQJ’s Don’t-Miss List
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~ FQJ's Fave: Dr. Michael White’s Original Liberty Jazz Band. Always breath-taking!
Also, Snug’s Happy Hour Concert on Wednesday, November 13. Free performance starting at 4:30 with Sweetwyne Band.
Click here for the full month's schedule and links to purchase tickets!
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~ THNOC, 520 Royal Street
~4:30 - 8pm
~ Join us for an evening of fun at HNOC Ce Soir, an extended-hours celebration at the Collection!
Alicia “Blue Eyes” Renee and a guitarist will perform live in the historic Brulatour courtyard from 5 to 6:30 p.m.
The Café and Shop will have happy hours from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. with free nibbles and apple cider (non-alcoholic) for guests.
During happy hour, the Shop will offer a 10% discount for all guests and a 20% discount for members, with a special raffle taking place at the end of the event.
Visitors can explore current exhibitions until 8 p.m., including the French Quarter Galleries, "A Vanishing Bounty," "Captive State," and Prospect 6. Read our FQJ story about the powerful “Captive State” exhibit here.
Admission is free with RSVP.
Learn more: https://www.hnoc.org/hnoc-ce-soir-2
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~ The Historic BK House, 1113 Chartres Street
~ A live story-telling event, part of the Quarter Kaleidoscope series.
~ Doors open at 5:30, storytelling begins at 6pm.
~ Tickets
Long-time residents and business owners will share personal stories that bring to life the shops, restaurants, and establishments that have shaped the Quarter for generations. This event, supported by the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation – Louisiana Cultural Equity Arts & Creation, offers a rare glimpse into the history that makes the French Quarter a living community, not just a tourist destination.
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~Hosted by The Historic New Orleans Collection
~The Shop at the Collection, 520 Royal Street
~10:30am - 4pm
~ Join THNOC for their annual Holiday Market at the Shop at the Collection! Browse one-of-a kind items from more than a dozen New Orleans vendors in the courtyard as well as unique holiday gifts in the Shop.
~From 10:30 a.m. to noon don’t miss a book signing with John Lawrence, author of the THNOC published book, Louisiana Lens. (Read our FQJ review of the book here).
~Enjoy live music by the Glo Worm Trio in the historic courtyard from noon to 3pm
Member Appreciation Hour
HNOC members have exclusive early access during the Member Appreciation Hour from 9:30–10:30 a.m., featuring complimentary mimosas and free gift wrapping.
Members will receive a 20% discount all day on in-store purchases in the Shop at the Collection or at shophnoc.com.
Please note that the member discount does not apply to items from local Holiday Market vendors.
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~Hosted by The New Orleans Jazz Museum, 400 Esplanade Ave.
~Experience the magic of New Orleans at the Improvisations Gala, presented by the Herb Alpert Foundation.
~This year, they're turning up the excitement with a star-studded lineup of New Orleans talent, exquisite local cuisine, craft cocktails, immersive exhibits and light installations. It's no wonder the Improvisations Gala is called the "best party of the year!"
~This year’s theme, "Aquatic Gardens," informs the decor throughout the historic Jazz Museum, encompassing the entire 400 block of Esplanade, showcasing the music that defines New Orleans.
GET TICKETS NOW: bit.ly/improvgala2024
The online auction is also live! Start bidding: https://www.32auctions.com/improvgala2024
Below are 50 upcoming events happening in the FQ and surrounding neighborhoods. Want even more? Click the button at the bottom, which will take you to our FB Events page.
Our events are curated. For a complete list of live music happenings in the city, check out WWOZ’s Livewire Music Calendar!
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