DJSON at The Beach on Bourbon
DJSON spins a multi-day residency at The Beach on Bourbon Street starting Thursday night.
Thursday, May 7, 2026 6:00 PM · The Beach on Bourbon, 227 Bourbon St
Jon Langford & Kelly Hogan | Michael Cerveris
Jon Langford, Kelly Hogan, and Michael Cerveris perform a unique collaborative evening at Marigny Studios.
Thursday, May 7, 2026 7:00 PM · Marigny Studios, 535 Marigny Street
Alison Krauss and Union Station
Bluegrass and country legend Alison Krauss brings her Union Station band to the historic Saenger Theatre for one night only.
Thursday, May 7, 2026 7:30 PM · The Saenger Theatre
Comedy Gumbeaux
A weekly open mic comedy showcase at the intimate Howlin' Wolf Den with rotating local comics.
Thursday, May 7, 2026 7:30 PM · Howlin' Wolf Den
Ethel Cain: The Willoughby Tucker Forever Tour
Indie rock and dark folk artist Ethel Cain brings her highly anticipated Willoughby Tucker Forever Tour to the Orpheum Theater for two nights.
Monday, May 11, 2026 8:00 PM · Orpheum Theater New Orleans
Primary Trust by Eboni Booth
Opening run of Eboni Booth's celebrated play Primary Trust at the Contemporary Arts Center, running through May 24.
Thursday, May 7, 2026 · Contemporary Arts Center
LPO: Firebird
The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra performs Stravinsky's iconic Firebird suite at the Orpheum Theater.
Thursday, May 7, 2026 7:30 PM · Orpheum Theater New Orleans
The Book of Mormon
The Tony Award-winning satirical musical The Book of Mormon plays a limited engagement at the Saenger Theatre, May 12–17.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 · Saenger Theatre
First Saturday Gallery Openings
Over a dozen Arts District galleries along Julia Street open their doors simultaneously for free First Saturday receptions.
Saturday, May 9, 2026 · Arts District New Orleans, Julia Street
Meet the Krewe! May 2026 Meet & Greet
The Curious Krewe hosts its monthly meet and greet for newcomers and regulars looking to connect with New Orleans community members.
Monday, May 11, 2026 6:30 PM · New Orleans