International Arts Festival NOLA 2025

Sunday, Sept 28th | International Day at Congo Square

 

Immerse yourself in the very heartbeat of New Orleans music and culture! 🌍🎺☀️ On Sunday, September 28th, the International Arts Festival culminates in a spectacular celebration at the sacred ground where jazz was born: Congo Square in beautiful Louis Armstrong Park.

This is more than just a concert; it's a full-day, open-air festival experience that honors a legacy of resilience, rhythm, and artistic freedom. For centuries, Congo Square was a gathering place where the city's enslaved and free people of color could express their heritage through music and dance. We are proud to continue this tradition by filling this historic space with a vibrant tapestry of global and local sounds. 🎶

The festival grounds will come alive with a world-class musical lineup, including:

👑 STEEL PULSE The legendary, Grammy-winning roots reggae band, bringing their powerful messages and iconic sound from the UK to the heart of New Orleans.

👑 PIECES OF A DREAM Pioneers of contemporary jazz and smooth R&B, this iconic group will fill the air with their sophisticated grooves and soulful melodies.

👑 LUCIANO Known as "The Messenger," this celebrated Jamaican artist will grace the stage with his conscious reggae and powerful, uplifting vocals.

👑 COREY HENRY & THE TREME FUNKTET Straight from the historic Treme neighborhood, Corey Henry brings the authentic, high-energy funk and brass that is the true sound of the city.

👑 ALEXEY MARTI Experience a fiery blend of Afro-Cuban rhythms and jazz as the incredible percussionist and composer Alexey Marti takes the stage.

Plus, explore a diverse marketplace of art, crafts, and food vendors, and connect with people from over 20 nations in a joyful, inclusive atmosphere. ❤️🤝

Experience the Full Festival! This is the grand finale of an incredible weekend! Be sure to check out the other festival events:

• Friday, Sept 26th: "Jazzy NOLA" at The Fillmore with Big Chief Donald Harrison Jr., Gerald Albright, and Alaine Laughton.

• Saturday, Sept 27th: "International Ladies Lounge" at the Orpheum Theater with Irvin Mayfield and Estelle (Tickets available exclusively on Ticketmaster ).

Get Your Tickets! 🎟️ Elevate your celebration by choosing from General Admission, exclusive VIP tickets, or ticket packages that bundle this Sunday finale with the Friday Fillmore show, all available here on Showpass.