Crescent City Blues & BBQ Festival

The Crescent City Blues and BBQ Festival is a grand celebration of music, food, and art. This annual event continues the New Orleans tradition of blues, bringing together top performers from southern Louisiana and Mississippi. Musicians and vendors alike captivate audiences with soulful blues melodies and mouth watering BBQ. Beyond the musical and culinary delights, the festival showcases unique visual art displays. The art market offers a multitude of handcrafted pieces, including artwork, home furnishings, jewelry, and other crafts, providing an opportunity to take home a special memento from the festival.

Performers

Performers at the 2024 edition include Lil Ed & the Blues Imperials, Irma Thomas & the Professionals, Kenny Neal, Marcia Ball, Sue Foley, Nikki Hill, James Cotton Tribute with Mark Hummel & Steve Freund, Chris Thomas King, Eric Lindell, Little Freddie King, James Rivers Movement, Joe Crown Trio with Papa Mali, Sierra Green & the Giants, Mitch Woods & his Rocket 88s, Billy Iuso, Les Getrex & Creole Cookin, and Sunpie Barnes & the Louisiana Sunspots.

When and where is this event?

Food Lineup

Smoked chicken, sausage gumbo, soft serve ice cream, mac 'n' cheese, barbecue ribs, cocoon de bait po-boys, vegan red beans...find the complete food lineup here. 

Brought to you by the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation. Broadcast partner: WWOZ New Orleans 90.7 FM.