TOP PICKS FOR SATURDAY, April 27
Jazz Funeral for Russell Batiste with Sporty's Brass Band
PARADES | 12:15-1 P.M.
In honor of the iconic New Orleans drummer Russell Batiste Jr., Sporty's Brass Band, a premier brass band known for their magnetic energy, will perform a jazz funeral. Batiste performed with iconic bands and artists, including Page McConnell, Vida Blue, and Phish.
Gal Holiday and the Honky Tonk Revue
FESTIVAL STAGE | 12:30-1:30 P.M.
Having started the band in 2004, lead singer Vanessa Niemann brings a fresh face to NOLA's music scene. Having started out as a rockabilly cover band, the band began writing original music in a unique genre that mixes classic country with honky tonk and rockabilly.
Ghalia Volt
LAGNIAPPE STAGE | 12:35-1:20 P.M.
Hailing from Belgium, Ghalia Volt stepped into the blues scene with her move to New Orleans. Since then, she has released a series of albums. Her second album Mississippi Blend, released in 2019, reached the top three in the Billboard Blues chart.
Buckwheat Zydeco Jr. and the Legendary IIs Sont Partis Band
SHERATON NEW ORLEANS FAIS DO-DO STAGE | 4:15-5:15 P.M.
Buckwheat Zydeco Jr. and his band are the standout leaders in the zydeco music scene. The band won a Grammy in 2024 for Best Regional Roots Music Album. Buckwheat Zydeco Jr. is the son of the influential and successful Buckwheat Zydeco.
Vampire Weekend
SHELL GENTILLY STAGE | 5:30-7 P.M.
Vampire Weekend is an American rock band that specializes in indie pop and has won two Grammys for their albums Modern Vampires of the City and Father of the Bride. This band is the first indie rock group to have two consecutive albums enter the Billboard 200 at number one.
Fantasia
CONGO SQUARE STAGE | 5:45-7 P.M.
Grammy Award-winning singer and actress Fantasia will be gracing the stage during Jazz Fest. The Queen of Rock Soul recently earned a Golden Globe nomination for her performance in The Color Purple. Her debut album Free Yourself sold over 1.8 million units.
The Robert Cray Band
BLUES TENT | 5:45-7 P.M.
This incredible band is led by American blues guitarist and singer Robert Cray. Cray is a five-time Grammy winner and was inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame in 2011. Since 1974, the band has toured and recorded together, creating their own blend of soul, blues, and rock 'n' roll.
Fried Soft Shell Crab Po-Boy
THE GALLEY RESTAURANT | FOOD AREA 2
The po-boy, a practical, delicious, and classically New Orleanian dish, will be served up by the Galley Restaurant. With fried soft-shell crab and a fried catfish filet option, seafood lovers will savor deliciously breaded oceanic delights to be enjoyed on the go during Jazz Fest.
Molly Greenberg
MOLLY RAE HANDMADE | LOUISIANA MARKETPLACE | TENT F
This New Orleans-based artist and seamstress specializes in eclectic and soft apparel with unique patterns and comfortable silhouettes. Her brand emphasizes slow and sustainable fashion, designing each garment by hand locally and importing one-of-a-kind fabrics from India.
Thomas Mann
THOMAS MANN DESIGN | CONTEMPORARY CRAFTS | TENT F
The stunning jewelry artist, specializing in playfully youthful designs and beautiful metalwork, will be at the Fair Grounds. Thomas Mann's handcrafted style of jewelry is called Techno Romantic, and each piece is made by hand in his local studio.
