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

People's Museum at Tipitina's
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Tipitina's Free Fridays

Tipitina’s Free Fridays 

Every Friday this summer starting on May 23, head to Tipitina’s for a free concert. No tickets are needed for these concerts (ages 21+). This month, catch Good Enough for Good Times + Deltaphonic (June 6), Eric Johanson + Very Cherry (June 13), Honey Island Swamp Band + Sweet Magnolia (June 20), and Johnny Sketch & the Dirty Notes + Slugger (June 27).

Prince Tributes

Celebrate the life and music of Prince at several concerts this month. Adonis Rose & the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra’s Prince Tribute is June 7 at the New Orleans Jazz Market. Also on June 7 is Purple Takeover - A Prince Celebration with DJ Soul Sister at Tipitina’s. You can technically go to both – New Orleans Jazz Market’s show starts at 7:30 p.m. and Tipitina’s starts at 10 p.m.! 

Head to the Virgin Hotels New Orleans for the 8th annual Purple Takeover New Orleans, a weekend-long tribute to the music legend presented by DJ Soul Sister. The events include live music, burlesque, a pool party, and more. Find more info here.

New Orleans Black Pride
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New Orleans Black Pride

Juneteenth

Commemorate Juneteenth on Thursday, June 19. There are many ways to recognize the day, including exploring historic sites and supporting Black-owned businesses in New Orleans. NOLA Juneteenth Fest is a free festival in Congo Square commemorating the holiday with live performances and more. The New Orleans African American Museum launches a permanent installation, titled Ancestral Odyssey by Vince Fraser, on June 19. The opening night event will feature music by DJ Sabine.

Pride Month in New Orleans 

Enjoy Pride weekend performances at the community festival on June 14! Held in Armstrong Park in partnership with New Orleans Pride and New Orleans Black Pride, enjoy performances from Inayah, Fly Boi Keno, and more. Admisison is free. Read our Ultimate Guide to Pride here for more ideas on how to spend Pride Month in NOLA.

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