Best of the May 2-5, 2024 Weekend in NOLA
Big Freedia with LPO at Orpheum
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Get ready to bounce with New Orleans icon Big Freedia and the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra at the Orpheum Theater on May 2. Big Freedia is known for her lively energy that always gets the crowd going. Her latest album Central City came out in 2023. The show begins at 8 p.m. and tickets are on sale now for $58 plus fees.
Think:X Presents "Beyond the Wall"
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Members of Pink Floyd, Jane's Addiction, Fishbone, and more explore the music of Pink Floyd like no other collection of musicians can when Think:X presents "Beyond the Wall" in New Orleans' beautiful, intimate 400-seat Café Istanbul. Featuring Scott Page (Pink Floyd, Toto, Supertramp), Stephen Perkins (Jane's Addiction, Porno for Pyros), Norbert Fisher (Fishbone, Trulio Disgracias), Roberta Freeman (Pink Floyd, Guns N' Roses), Kenny Olson (Experience Hendrix), Will Champlin (One Direction) and Derek Day (Classless Act), this supergroup dives deeply into the Pink Floyd catalog in a psychedelic rock and improvisational musical journey you won't soon forget. The event is on Thursday, May 2 at 9 p.m.
Lettuce at Joy Theater
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Lettuce, a Grammy Award-winning band, is performing at the Joy Theater on Friday, May 3. The event begins at 10:00 p.m., with doors opening at 9 p.m. It is also open for everyone. Formed by alumni of the Berklee College of Music, Lettuce combines several different music genres, including hip hop, rock, jazz, soul, psychedelia, and more.
Breaux Bridge Crawfish Fest Festival
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Get ready to devour all the crawfish you can eat at this annual three-day crawfish celebration. The Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival is back again from Friday, May 3 to Sunday, May 5. This is a weekend filled with Cajun, zydeco, and Creole music, as well as crawfish in any way possible, cook-offs, contests, parades, and so much more. Tickets are on sale now for $5-$25.
May the 4th Be With You Fest
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This festival is a Star Wars lover's dream. On May 4, head to the Downtown Houma Courthouse Square to celebrate the beloved space-themed fantasy movie franchise. Filled with food, live music, and costumes, of course, this is the largest Star Wars festival in Louisiana. Entry is free, and the festival begins at 11 a.m.
Crescent City Farmers Market at Jazz Fest
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The Crescent City Farmers Market is making its way to Jazz Fest at the Food Heritage Stage on Saturday, May 4 at 3:15 p.m. The market is usually open on Tuesdays in Uptown, Thursdays in Mid-City, and Sundays in City Park, but they have branched out for this special event. There will be "A Chat and Cooking Demonstration" with Palm & Pine. Additionally, they do accept SNAP/EBT.
Fat City's Cinco de Mayo Fest
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Join Los Jefes Grill in celebrating their 8th annual Cinco de Mayo Fest in Metairie's Fat City Park. Their festival has become such a hit that they've expanded it into two days. The fest will now take place on May 4 and 5 from 4-10 p.m. Tickets are on sale now and prices vary.
Felipe's Cinco de Mayo Party
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If you are looking for a restaurant to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, Felipe's Taqueria is the perfect option. There will be live music, special performances, photo booths, face painting, and more at their various locations. Not to mention, Felipe's is known for their award-winning tacos and freshly made margaritas that will be served. Felipe's Cinco de Mayo Party will be on Sunday, May 5.
George Clinton at The Fillmore
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George Clinton proves that age is truly just a number. Jamming out on stage at 82, George Clinton's music combines soul, funk, and R&B. Clinton is the leader of the band Parliament-Funkadelic. He is performing at The Fillmore on Sunday, May 5 at 8 p.m. Ticket prices range from $55-$926.
Billy Iuso at Le Bon Temps Roule
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Billy Iuso is a New York native and a New Orleans-based musician. He is a singer, songwriter, and guitarist whose music is a mix of funk and rock. He will be performing at Le Bon Temps Roule on Sunday, May 5 at 10 p.m. as part of their Fest At Night 2024. Tickets are $20. The money spent on tickets goes directly to support the musicians.
