Best of the April 25-28, 2024 Weekend in NOLA
Live Nation's Fest After Dark
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If you enjoy your music at night, then Live Nation's Fest After Dark series is for you. This star-studded lineup features Dumpstaphunk, Anders Osborne, and many more. Don't miss epic performances at the House of Blues, The Fillmore, and the Saenger, both this weekend and next.
Zurich Classic
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The Zurich Classic, an annual golf tournament since 1958, is taking place from April 25-28 at the TPC Louisiana course in Avondale. This event raises millions of dollars annually for different charities and organizations. There will be live music, food and drinks, and, of course, golf. Tickets are on sale for $40.
Plaquemines Parish Seafood Fest
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Come celebrate the 20th annual Plaquemines Parish Seafood Festival from April 26-28 in Belle Chase. Local community organizations and restaurants will be serving up fresh local seafood favorites. Live music acts will include Rockin' Dopsie Jr., Nashville South, and more. There will also be carnival rides, crafts, and more for all to enjoy.
Wine Spectator Grand Tour
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The Wine Spectator Grand Tour will be taking place at the New Orleans Marriott on Friday, April 26. Meet talented winemakers from all over the world while tasting exceptionally good wines. Enjoy delicious parings of wine and food while mingling with fellow wine lovers. Tickets are $275 for this night of wine tasting and learning.
Melvin Seals at Café Istanbul
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Don't miss a stellar pair of shows presented by Melvin Seals & JGB plus Special Guest saxophonist Ron Holloway, as they wing their way back to Café Istanbul for two rock-solid shows chock full of high-energy jams. The event will be on Friday, April 26 and Saturday, April 27. The band's New Orleans debut shows last year were phenomenal, and the opportunity to spend a few hours with one of the most powerful and dynamic Hammond B3 players on the planet and his A-list band mates in the wonderfully intimate 400-seat Café Istanbul is a rare opportunity indeed.
Kite Fest
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Head out to West Baton Rouge on April 27 and 28 for Kite Fest Louisiane'. Each day will kick off at 11 a.m. and include a sky full of intricate and colorful kites of all shapes and sizes. Bring your own or simply enjoy the kite lovers' collections. Admission is free for all, and Saturday will wrap up with a fireworks display at dusk.
Contraflow at Boomtown Casino
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Contraflow, a rock band focusing on hits from the '70s and '80s, is performing at the Boomtown Casino in Harvey on Saturday, April 27. Their music combines a mix of vocals, guitar, drums, and bass to create a vibrant atmosphere. Their performance is from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. General admission tickets are $10, but you can also reserve a table for $100.
LP Giobbi at The Civic Theatre
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LP Giobbi is touring across the world, making a pit stop in New Orleans at The Civic Theatre on Saturday, April 27. Leah Chisholm, better known by her stage name LP Giobbi, is an DJ and producer. She combines her talents with piano and jazz to create melodic house music. The show begins at 10:00 p.m., and tickets are on sale now.
Ride for Rox
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Get out your biking gear and get ready to bike your heart away at Ride for Rox, which celebrates the life of Roxanne Richard. The race in downtown Lafayette has a range of 23 to 66 miles that you can bike. It will take place on the morning of Sunday, April 28, finishing right before Lafayette's Festival International begins. Registration ends soon, so buy your tickets today!
Nicholas Payton at Three Keys at Ace Hotel
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The Grammy award-winning, multi-talented musician Nicholas Payton will be performing at Three Keys inside the Ace Hotel New Orleans on April 28 at 8:00 p.m. Nicholas Payton hails from New Orleans, being surrounded by music his whole life. Not only is he a talented vocalist, producer, and instrumentalist, he is also a social activist. Tickets are on sale now for $30, plus a $3.90 fee.
