A Riverfront Celebration of New Orleans' Musical Heritage
NOLA Funk Fest reveals its exciting move to Spanish Plaza at the Riverfront for its 2025 edition, scheduled for October 17-19.
This landmark relocation to the heart of Downtown New Orleans promises to transform the festival experience, offering attendees breathtaking Mississippi River views and easy access to the city's vibrant downtown scene.
Through a strategic partnership with Riverwalk Outlets, the festival is set to deliver an enhanced experience that combines the raw energy of funk music with the natural beauty of New Orleans' riverfront. Spanish Plaza's open-air layout provides the perfect backdrop for what promises to be the biggest NOLA Funk Fest yet.
Single-day tickets will be available at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 30. General Admission is $47.50 per person, VIP is $175 per person, and Super VIP is $350 per person.
VIP guests can expect special merch, viewing sections, and an exclusive VIP bar and restroom. Super VIP attendees will also receive merch and be invited to enjoy a Super VIP viewing section. They will also receive four unique experiences: a Loyola University-sponsored event about the History of Masking Indians and three shows put on for Super VIP guests and sponsors only.
For locals, single-day tickets are $37.50 per person. The three-day locals pass is $97.50 per person. Louisiana locals can purchase up to two of these discounted tickets and must have a valid state ID.
Students and first responders can enjoy discounted $20 single-day tickets with a valid student or official ID.
Master P to Headline
The festival's commitment to educate, inspire, and empower continues with the announcement that New Orleans native Master P will be headlining the stage this year. Proceeds from his performance will benefit the University of New Orleans' basketball program, where he was recently named the president of Basketball Operations.
This special three-day event will also feature an all-star line-up of New Orleans' finest musicians such as Dumpstaphunk, Big Sam's Funky Nation, Honey Island Swamp Band, Erica Falls, and many more, as well as a "James Brown Tribute" by Tony Hall Band & Fred Wesley.
Early Bird General Admission and VIP tickets are already sold out, but three-day Advance General Admission tickets are available for $123. Three-day Advance VIP and limited Super VIP tickets are also on sale now.
Louisiana Music & Heritage Experience
The Louisiana Music & Heritage Experience, showcased through NOLA Funk Fest, is a comprehensive initiative dedicated to preserving and celebrating the state's musical legacy. Building on successful exhibitions like 2023's Fats Domino tribute and 2024's Louisiana Blues showcase, the Experience combines live performances with educational programming and museum-quality exhibits. Through dynamic presentations, oral histories, and musical demonstrations, they honor Louisiana's musical innovators while supporting current artists and ensuring this rich cultural heritage inspires future generations.
