International Arts Fest Nola 2026 - TIFA Conference

TIFA Conference & IAF Festival Weekend Pass (All-Access)

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Bridge the worlds of global business and international culture with our premier TIFA Conference & Festival Weekend Pass! This comprehensive package grants you full access to the Tourism Investment Forum Africa (TIFA) on Thursday and Friday, seamlessly combined with General Admission (GA) to the International Arts Festival (IAF) on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Hosted at the beautiful waterfront venue of The Public Market at South Shore Harbor in New Orleans from September 24-27, 2026, this is your ticket to a groundbreaking weekend of networking, investment, and world-class entertainment.

Part 1: The TIFA Conference (Thursday, Sept 24 – Friday, Sept 25) Operating under the theme "Global Shifts. African Momentum," this high-level business forum connects delegates with new growth sectors and cross-border opportunities.

• Key Discussions: Engage in expert-led sessions exploring tourism, creative industries, fintech, digital ecosystems, and heritage investment corridors.

• Networking: Connect with global partners through dedicated Investment & Business Opportunity Showcases (IBOS) and daily networking cocktail receptions.

• Note: A complete digital program will be provided to all registered delegates.

Part 2: The IAF NOLA 2026 Festival (Friday, Sept 25 – Sunday, Sept 27) After the business sessions conclude, celebrate the cultural ties that bind us with three unforgettable days of live music on the festival grounds! Your pass includes GA entry to:

• Friday Late Night Session (20:00 - 22:00): A soulful, intimate evening featuring Vincent Ingala (USA), Peter White (UK), and New Orleans' own Donald Harrison.

• Saturday Outdoor Festival (14:00 - 19:00): High-energy performances by Afrobeat star Seun Kuti (Nigeria), the dynamic "Sax to Soul Package" featuring Regina Belle, Michael Lington, and Paul Taylor (USA), and legendary trumpeter Irvin Mayfield (New Orleans).

• Sunday Outdoor Festival (09:00 - 17:00): An incredible weekend finale starring reggae icons Collie Buddz (New Orleans-born, Bermuda resident) and Bushman (Jamaica), the heavy funk of Corey Henry & The Treme Funktet (New Orleans), and the Afro-Cuban sounds of Alexi Marti (Cuba).

What’s Included in Your Ticket:

• Full entry to all TIFA Conference sessions, panels, and networking events on Thursday and Friday.

• General Admission to the Friday night concert, Saturday outdoor festival, and Sunday outdoor festival.

Secure your pass today to experience the ultimate intersection of global economic momentum and live cultural arts!