Greg M.
7/31/2021
Festival season is finally here!!! No longer free, but quite possibly the most entertainment you can buy for $10. Plenty of live music, food & drink to honor Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong in his...
Satchmo Summerfest
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400 Esplanade Ave
New Orleans, LA 70116
French Quarter Festivals Inc. (FQFI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to uplifting and sustaining the cultural economy of New Orleans through signature events that showcase the city's rich heritage. Established to promote the Vieux Carré and support local artists, FQFI plays a vital role in enhancing community pride and economic well-being.
Among its notable events are the French Quarter Festival and Satchmo SummerFest, both of which celebrate the unique culture of New Orleans through music, cuisine, and educational activities. The festivals honor local traditions while drawing attention to the impact of iconic figures like Louis Armstrong on the global stage.
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Kuang J.
8/3/2008
Do you like free festivals? Do you like jazz and blues music? Do you like beer and po'boys? Do you like sweating profusely? If you answered "yes" to three or more of the above questions,...
Tara P.
7/31/2015
Festival is now $5. So, no longer free. But, still amazing. Tons of fried food and refreshing cold drinks in bucket size quantities. Folks set up lawn chairs under the open air tent and when they...
Naomi L.
9/10/2013
Um free amazing jazz - it's hard to complain! It's hard to judge other free music festivals fairly after going to the French Quarter Fest, but I think this one stands apart as being a great event....
marian r.
8/3/2014
I thoroughly enjoyed this FREE festival. You can't beat it. I know a previous resident of NO said this was his least fav festival, but I can tell you coming from Texas this was a blast!!! 3 days...
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