Live music is 24/7 in New Orleans, but we’ve cherry-picked a few can’t-miss shows for the month ahead. With Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans on February 9, there are plenty of live music events for y’all to attend. It’s also officially Mardi Gras season, and there are plenty of shows both in the clubs and on the street. Check out the best concerts and performances in the city below.

Caesars Superdome
Caesars Superdome

 

Super Bowl LIX

Besides Kendrick Lamar and SZA performing at the Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show, there are plenty of stars in town performing at events open to the public. Catch Cardi B at Victory Fan Fest on February 8, or Yolanda Adams, Trombone Shorty, and many others at Super Bowl Soulful Celebration on February 5. Read here for more information on Super Bowl LIX fan events in New Orleans.

St. Augustine Marching 100
Rebecca Todd
St. Augustine Marching 100

 

Mardi Gras parades

Honestly, the best place to hear live music this month is on the parade route! Bands made up of all ages and instruments will be front and center marching (or rolling, you never know) down the city streets in what we call “the greatest free show on Earth.” In addition to that, Mardi Gras balls are in full swing, with lots of live music at events like Shorty Gras. Check out the parade schedule here for more information.

Mary J. Blige: The For My Fans Tour

Catch Mary J. live at the Smoothie King Center on Valentine’s Day, February 14. The For My Fans Tour will also feature special guests NE-YO and Mario. Tickets start at $95, plus fees.

Freedia Gras with Big Freedia

Catch bounce legend Big Freedia in her annual Carnival season show at Tipitina’s. The show is on Thursday, Feb. 27 and tickets start at $30, plus fees.