Live Music this June in New Orleans

The music never stops in New Orleans, and this June is no different. Celebrate Pride month with concerts and events, head to a festival, or catch a free show at Tipitina's. We’ve cherry-picked a few can’t-miss shows this June below. 

Tipitina’s Free Fridays 

Every Friday this summer, head to Tipitina’s for a free concert. No tickets are needed for these concerts (ages 21+). This month, catch Dave Jordan & The NIA + Cardboard Cowboy (June 5), The Quickening + Sam Price & The True Believers (June 12), Good Enough for Good Times + Daria & The Hip Drops (June 19), and Stooges Brass Band + Very Cherry (June 26).

Purple Takeover - A Prince Celebration with DJ Soul Sister at Tipitina’s

On June 6, head to Tipitina’s for Purple Takeover - A Prince Celebration with DJ Soul Sister at Tipitina’s. Tickets are $28; a portion of admission sales benefit Project Ishmael, a pro bono immigration legal program serving children in New Orleans.

French Market Creole Tomato Festival

Head to the French Market for this family-friendly festival celebrating the Louisiana Creole tomato on June 6 and 7. Grab a bite to eat, then catch Amanda Shaw, Brass-A-Holics, Rusty Metoyer & The Zydeco Crush, and more. The Americas stage (916 N. Peters) will feature artists from Brazil, Cuba, Mexico, and more. The fest is free to attend.

Pride Month in New Orleans 

Enjoy Pride performances all month long in NOLA. New Orleans Black Pride will host a community festival on June 6 in Washington Square Park. The headliner is Ambré. Read our Ultimate Guide to Pride here for more ideas on how to spend Pride Month in NOLA.

Rob49: Vulture Island Experience

Rob49, the thriving rap star and hometown hero, is thrilled to bring the highly anticipated Vulture Island Experience to the Smoothie King Center on June 13 with special guests Sexyy Red, Glorilla, G Herbo, Loe Shimmy, YK Niece, YTB Fatt, Cash Cobain and YFN Lucci. Tickets are $76, plus taxes.

For even more music, check out the WWOZ LiveWire Music Calendar.