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Go City New Orleans vs New Orleans Sightseeing Pass

Which new orleans tourist pass is best.

Sometimes when we're leading one of our many New Orleans walking tours, one of our guests will ask about tips to save money on a variety of activities.

One of the ideas we always recommend is to get a sightseeing pass. Unfortunately, it's a little difficult to explain how these services work on the fly, which is why this post compares the various New Orleans tourist passes, attraction combos, deals, and promotions.

As you look at the different options, keep in mind your budget, interests, and stamina. Everyone’s tastes are a little different, so not all packages are right for all people.

Luckily, there are quite a few options. Happy planning!

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BEFORE YOU BUY

There are a few things you should consider before purchasing a tourist pass.

This section will give you an idea of what to expect from each type of pass and help you to figure out which one to pick. 

One thing that all share in common is the ability to skip-the-line  or what is often referred to as fast-track-access to many attractions and tours. 

You won't need to wait in line for tickets as most attractions have designated lines for pass and combo holders.

And don't forget, we offer well-reviewed , pay-what-you-like tours of New Orleans, so you don't have to choose the tours on offer with these passes. 

You can pay (and save) whatever you like with our options.

The all-inclusive option will provide free admission to a select number of attractions.

The advantage of this pass is that you only have to purchase and use one service to get into each of the locations that are included.

This tourist pass will be especially useful for visitors who plan on visiting several different locations in and around the city over the course of a few days.

Prices can be a bit more expensive, but it's so convenient that you might not mind the higher price tag.

You can choose what you want to see as you explore New Orleans, for total flexibility.

Choose Your Attractions

If you're not sure that you would be able to get the full benefit out of the all-inclusive pass, this option is definitely worth considering.

This pass will allow you to pick and choose a set number of activities rather than (potentially) forcing you to pay for services you might not use.

Although you typically won't save as much with these services, you'll have more time to use your pass at your own leisure and complete control over what you choose to see and do in the city.

Combo Packages

Although these aren't technically tourist passes, they will allow you to save a lot of money on several different activities.

These packages are made possible when notable tour companies in the area work together to combine their services at a lower price.

The attractions offered are usually more limited than what you'll find with either an all-inclusive or choose your attractions pass, but some travelers and/or locals may find these activities more interesting and entertaining.

ALL-INCLUSIVE

This section will provide information about all-inclusive tourist passes you can get in New Orleans.

These services typically include free admission to several notable attractions for one flat price.

This is probably the easiest option on our list. 

There are two companies offering passes, the New Orleans Sightseeing Pass (just below) and the Go City New Orleans Pass . 

New Orleans Sightseeing Pass

This tourist pass provides two different options for travelers to consider.

The first option is an all-inclusive pass, which allows you to visit as many tours and attractions as you want for just one price (think all-you-can-eat buffet).

Alternatively, you can also get a flex pass and choose the attractions that interest you the most (a-la-carte).

For more information on the flex pass, make sure to check out our a la carte pass section where you choose your attractions.

There are over 29 different activities and locations you can enjoy with the New Orleans Sightseeing Pass, allowing you to save up to 54% on retail prices.

If you intend to see a lot of sights around the city, this will make it pretty easy to get around town without needing to pay admission at every single location you visit.

Passes are available for 1, 2, 3, or 5 days.

In addition to saving money on a variety of attractions, this pass also includes a free hop-on-hop-off bus tour.

This service will take you to many of the locations included with the New Orleans Sightseeing Pass, making it pretty easy to get around town.

Below are the prices that include 20% off the 2, 3, & 5-day passes.

In order to get these prices, you need to use our exclusive promo phrase:  FTBF . 

The prices in red underneath each multiple-day pass is the average cost per day.

The longer the pass, the lower the daily cost.

• 1-Day: $110/Adults | $95/Children
• [$98.50/day/adult and $91/day/child]
• [$84/day/adult and $77.33/day/child]
• [$62.80/day/adult and $58.80/day/child]

Click here for  more information or to purchase . Don’t forget to enter our exclusive promo phrase  FTBF  for 20% off!

The New Orleans Sightseeing Pass is valid for 12 months after the initial purchase.

It will only become activated after its first use.

If you plan to visit later in the year, make sure to check back routinely for any sales they might have.

Go City New Orleans Pass (formally the Power Pass)

The Go City New Orleans pass combines admission to popular attractions, museums, and tours in New Orleans into one affordable sightseeing package for tourists.

With free admission to over 25 attractions in the city, the Go City New Orleans Pass can save you hundreds of dollars and a lot of time with the ability to skip lines at some attractions.

In addition to free entrance to some of the city's top locations, you'll also receive low cost entrance, meals, and additional deals for souvenir shopping throughout New Orleans.

You can choose your length of the pass based on how long you're visiting New Orleans or how many sites you want to visit.

The passes are for consecutive business days - so a 1 Day pass is not 24 hours but rather until the attractions close that day.

If you're short on time, however, the 1-day pass is still a good choice as there are some late night options included on the pass.

If you have a multi-day pass, they are consecutive only and will expire at midnight on the last day.

You can visit as many attractions as you want, but you are only allowed to visit each site once per pass.

Adults (13 years and up), Child (12 years and under)

• 1-day pass:  Adult/$84 | Child/$49
• Price per day: Adult/$67 | Child/$ 44.50
• Price per day: Adult/$53 | Child/$3 6.33
• Price per day: Adult/$41.80 | Child/$23.80

Kids under the age of 2 are not charged admission at many locations, so this service is recommended for those 2 and up!

Purchase your passes here .

Family/Group Passes?

Each pass is good for only one individual. However, you can purchase multiple passes and have them put on the same pass.

The Go City New Orleans Pass is now exclusively available via the Go City app.

All you have to do is download the app onto your smartphone and show the QR code provided with the pass to get inside each of the locations included.

Attractions

The pass includes visits to historical sites, cultural experiences, sports, and rides.

Top attractions include:

• National World War 2 Museum
• Mississippi River Boat Cruise
• Plantation House Tour (Longue Vue House and Gardens)
• New Orleans School of Cooking
• Mardi Gras World Museum
• Edgar Degas House
• + 21 other attractions and tours

Is it worth it?

There are always pros and cons to these types of city tourist passes.

It all depends on how you travel, what sites you want to see, and how long you'll be in NOLA.

If you want to see as much as you can and you can fit a lot of the attractions the pass offers into your itinerary, it might add up for you.

One thing to consider is transportation.

The Go City New Orleans pass is good for admission only, but many of the attractions listed are outside of the city.

The Swamp tours and Plantation visits are wonderful activities, but without your own car to get there, you will have to pay extra for transportation.

CHOOSE YOUR ATTRACTIONS PASS

This section will include information about opportunities to build your own pass by choosing your own attractions.

This a la carte option will allow you to pick and choose only the attractions you want to visit.

The advantage of these tourist passes is that you aren't paying for any additional services that you don't intend to use. 

New Orleans Sightseeing Flex Pass

Unlike their all-inclusive pass, this option allows you to choose 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 different attractions for one low price.

Visitors who know exactly what they want to see and aren't interested in paying for anything else should definitely consider the New Orleans Sightseeing Flex Pass.

After purchase, you will have 30 days to visit each attraction at your own discretion, making this an excellent choice for both locals and travelers alike.

Listed below are the prices you will pay when using our exclusive promo phrase:  FTBF which gets you 20% off passes for 4, 5, or 6 attractions .

The deal is not valid for the 2 or 3 attractions pass.

The prices in red underneath each multiple-attraction pass listing are the average cost per attraction.

Generally, the more attractions in the pass, the lower the average cost per attraction.

• [$49.50/attraction/adult and $45/attraction/child]
• [$46.33/attraction/adult and $40.67/attraction/child]
• [$43/attraction/adult and $39.75/attraction/child]
• [$41.80/attraction/adult and $39.40/attraction/child]
• [$44/attraction/adult and $37/attraction/child]

Here is a shortlist of some of the attractions, activities, and historic locations you can visit with either the All-Inclusive or Flex-Pass options.

• Jean Lafitte Swamp Tour
• Mardi Gras World
• National WWII Museum
• Creole Queen Cruise
• New Orleans Botanical Garden
• Houmas House Plantation/Gardens
• Degas House Entry & Tour

Is it worth the price?

If the included attractions are places you plan to visit anyway, this could easily be a great deal.

Many of the activities included with the New Orleans Sightseeing Pass are between $30-$40 per person on average, so if you choose to see at least a few of them, you'll probably end up saving quite a bit of money.

As with the all-inclusive pass , this option also includes a hop-on, hop-off bus tour.

The bus tour is a great addition because it will provide stops at several notable locations throughout the city – including a few places where you can enjoy walking tours and admission to historic sites that also come with the pass.

SWAMP/RIVERBOAT/PLANTATION COMBOS

This section will feature several combo packages offered by local tour companies.

Unlike a tourist pass, each package comes with a set number of attractions and services.

There are 3 companies that offer these combos: Cajun Encounters, Grayline New Orleans, and Cajun Pride.

These combo deals typically offer fewer options, but they also include activities you won't find on other passes and they usually include swamp, riverboat, and plantation options.

CAJUN ENCOUNTERS COMBOS

A quick view of their swamp tour video, where they feed adult alligators off the boat, will get you excited about these deals!

They offer 2 different combinations, each offering 2 tours, saving you $8 per person.

To get the deal, you will need to enter promo phrase  FTBF8COMBO when you choose your second option.

Below is their promotional video for their swamp tours. You could also view their videos for their  plantation tours and city bus tours .

All tours include complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off .

(Option 1) City and Cemetery Tour

This tour combines a city bus sightseeing tour with a visit to one of New Orleans' historic cemeteries.

Includes hotel pick-up and drop-off .

You’ll Experience:

• History of New Orleans
• French Quarter
• Garden District
• Frenchman Street and the Faubourg Marigny
• Warehouse and Arts District
• $57.99 - Adult
• $40.99 - Child (under 12)
• Kids under 4 are free
• Purchase tickets . 

To get the deal, you will need to enter promo phrase  FTBF8COMBO when you choose your second option. 

(Option 2) Oak Alley and Laura Plantation Tour

This tour combines tours of two historic Mississippi River plantations and historic homes. Includes hotel pick-up and drop-off .

IMPORTANT: Due to the in-depth nature of these two tours, this combination can't be done in a single day.  

• Old River Road’s Historic Homes
• Oak Alley Plantation (with a quarter-mile tunnel of oak trees)
• Walkthrough of Laura: a Creole Plantation, including historic quarters
• Honey Island Swamp- the only preserved wetlands of Louisiana
• Wildlife sightings (some thought to be extinct!)
• Cajun village only accessible by boat
• History of the seedy dwellers who hid in the swamps

Price: 

• $102.99 - Adult
• $77.99 - Child (under 12)
• Purchase tickets  

Before you buy:

Cajun Encounters lives up to its name.

For the swamp tour, they use 22 passenger boats (not airboats) that give you a close encounter with plants and animals.

For city and plantation tours, you are able to disembark for a closer look at several spots.

While the combo’s $8 savings (5%) may not be the best deal, what you’re getting is a guaranteed quality tour from a local company that has nearly 20 years of experience.

CAJUN PRIDE 

This company is focused on swamp and bayou tours.

Cajun Pride is unique from other companies in that they operate in their own private swamp , which they claim means that your boat will be alone on the water.  

They have a good review profile on TripAdvisor and Get Your Guide ( see the reviews ).  

Since their tours are the Maurepas Swamp to the west of the city, this company may be a good option for those who are also planning a trip to one of the plantations.

One bonus is a hotel pick-up from most New Orleans hotels.   

SWAMP AND PLANTATION TOUR COMBO

• Swamp tour and a visit to either Laura Plantation or Oak Alley Plantation
• $105 for Adults | $60 for Children (age 4-12) | Free under 4 years old
• Available in English, French, Spanish, German and Italian

Read our detailed post reviewing all of Cajun Pride tours .   

GRAY LINE NEW ORLEANS COMBOS

Gray Line is a national brand offering guided tours, mostly by bus, of New Orleans, and the surrounding areas.  

Gray Line offers 3 combination packages, a swamp and plantation tour combo, a plantation and city bus tour combo, and city bus tour, and a riverboat cruise.  

Grayline offers 10% off the price of each product when purchased as a package.

Unfortunately, they do not offer a swamp and city tour like Cajun Encounters , and their packages also don't include their Hurricane Katrina Tour  or their Night Bus Tour .  

Gray Line does not offer hotel pick-up, rather all passengers meet at their French Quarter office.

On the plus side, there's no waiting to pick up other passengers from area hotels.

Swamp and Plantation Combo

Spend two days exploring with Gray Line’s option to save money by purchasing both the Swamp & Bayou Tour with the Oak Alley Plantation or Whitney Plantation Tour (both top attractions of Louisiana).

BONUS: You save 10% by combining!

Get more information and purchase tickets.

• The delta region on a custom swamp boat.
• Learn about wildlife and the vanishing wetlands
• Travel past several lakes and plantations on a guided route

Plus one of the plantations below:

• Guided tour of Oak Alley Plantation , offering a quarter-mile of oak tree path
• Guided tour of  Whitney Plantation , a Creole home with a unique history.
• $109 - Adult 
• $104 - Seniors
• $60 - Child (ages 6-12) 
• Free - Child up to 5 years old
• Saves you $11/adult and $8/child off of the retail price if you were to purchase separately.

NOTE: This combo deal is not currently available.

Before you buy: The 10% savings is a great deal, but make sure you have two days to spend on these tours. 

Plantation and Super City Combo

This tour can be done in one OR two days, and covers a lot of ground!

See all of the city on the Super City Bus Tour , before visiting your choice of either Oak Alley or Whitney Plantation.  

The amount you save using this combo is $14, a GREAT deal!

• the French Quarter
• Jackson Square
• Cabildo and Presbytere Museum
• Historic Cemeteries
• Bayou St. John
• Besthoff Sculpture Garden
• Tulane and Loyola University
• Audubon Zoo
• Guided tour of Oak Alley Plantation, offering a quarter-mile of oak tree path.
• Guided tour of Whitney Plantation, gain insight into the lives of slaves on this plantation.
• $96.50 - Adult 
• $46 - Child (ages 6-12) 
• Free - Child up to 5 years old.
• Saves you $14/Adult and $1/Child.

Get more information and purchase tickets .

NOTE: This combo package is not currently available.

There are several places where you are likely to find deals on hotels, tours, restaurants, and shopping.  

Some may be familiar to you already.

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Canden's Personal Tips for New Orleans Pass

Canden is a Washington DC tour guide and manager of Free Tours by Foot. She has traveled all over the world and lived in 3 different countries.

To provide expert content and make on-the-ground videos for our YouTube Channel, Canden spends time in all of our cities - usually combining tour research trips with family vacations.

Her two kids, both under the age of 3, have passport stamps and frequent flier miles already.

Canden & husband at the famous New Orleans restaurant, Antione's

I went to New Orleans for three days, one of which I knew I wasn't going to be doing many things that were included in the tour pass, so I got the all-inclusive 2 days pass and planned to pack in as many things as possible on those two days.

I made a list in advance of what I wanted to see that was included in the pass but I didn't check the current hours for when we were visiting!

The Pharmacy Museum was closed for the whole week while we were there so we missed it

• Tip 1: Check the operating hours and also special closures for your specific dates!

We had not originally planned to visit the Cabildo or Presbytere.

But, when a surprise thunderstorm popped up, we used the pass to visit because they were nearby according to the Sightseeing Pass App I had downloaded to my phone.

Because we had an all-inclusive pass, it didn't cost us extra admission or count against our attraction count.

• Tip 2 : If you want the flexibility to take things as they come, an all-inclusive pass comes in handy.
• Tip 3 : Download the Sightseeing Pass App for a handy map that shows you what included attractions are nearby.

Our last stop was the Jazz Museum, but by that point, my phone battery was very low and died before the admissions desk could scan it.

Folks are friendly down there and she let us explore the museum while I charged my phone and she scanned it on the way out.

• Tip 4 : Bring an external battery for your phone! You can get the one I use on Amazon (affiliate link)

Advice From Locals and Travelers

Although we do our best to simply provide the details you'll need to figure out whether or not a tourist pass will save you money, there's always a chance that we have an unintended bias.

Thankfully, we have a pretty popular New Orleans Travel Tips group on Facebook where you can ask any questions you may still have.

Here are a few examples of helpful comments left by our group members:

As you can see, it's not uncommon for members of our group to discuss whether or not a tourist pass is worth the cost.

A lot of people recommend the Go City New Orleans Pass, indicating it's a good deal and allows you to experience a lot of popular attractionss in the Big Easy.

As Wendy notes, the easiest way to get this pass is to purchase it online, and she also points out that some activities do need to be booked beforehand.

This is another excellent suggestion. While each New Orleans tourist pass can be a good deal, some activities are already cheap (or potentially even free for kids), so you need to do some research to figure out which activities will save you the most money.

Unfortunately, the New Orleans Sightseeing Pass isn't as popular or as widely used as Go City, so there aren't a lot of opinions about it, but this group member felt that this is the weaker of the two passes.

It's not as if there is anything majorly different between the two services with the exception of the activities they offer, but maybe this user knows something we don't, which is why we included their comment.

For more helpful advice or to ask your own questions, make sure to check our New Orleans Travel Tips group on Facebook.

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Just in time for Jazz Fest

Even if you can’t make it to Jazz Fest, the city’s busy cultural calendar means there’s really never a bad time to plan a trip to the Crescent City. Ahead, Harper’s Bazaar shares our favorite spots to eat, drink, dance, and shop in New Orleans. Laissez les bon temps rouler —let the good times roll!

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One of the greatest things about New Orleans is that there’s no shortage of gorgeous hotels to host you. A personal favorite of mine is Hotel Saint Vincent —a former orphanage turned mod-inspired abode (and also where I happened to get married)—tucked away in the quiet Lower Garden District and home to one of the best pools in the city. Those who want to be closer the action (i.e., the reckless abandon of Bourbon Street) can opt for lodging closer to the French Quarter, where Expedia-approved properties such as the Eliza Jane , the Kimpton , and the newly renovated Four Seasons New Orleans provide not only top-tier hospitality, but also the ultimate convenience: being able to step out the door and join any party that’s passing by. New Orleans has a subtle duality that one notices once they get to know the city better—and part of its beauty is being able to switch between the lavish celebrations and the more laid-back, slow-to-start Southern mornings.

WHERE TO DRINK

There’s no such thing as a bad drink in New Orleans. Whether you’re looking for an artisanal cocktail or a glass of funky natural wine, anywhere you stumble into will likely have the libation you’re looking for. For those who want to spend the day with a bottle and the best damn charcuterie plate you’ll ever have, head to Bachannal in the city’s hipster haunt of Bywater. If it’s time for happy hour, Luke’s downtown has a perfect French 75 (with cognac! the NOLA way!) paired with a dozen fresh oysters, and there’s Peychaud’s or Columns Bar for dirty martinis done right. Paradise Lounge at Hotel Saint Vincent also makes a mean Italian margarita and rosemary spritz, and the roof of the Ace Hotel is the perfect spot for a nightcap (and makes a top-shelf espresso martini).

WHERE TO EAT

Don’t tell New York, but to me, New Orleans is America’s best food city. While on a macro level the town is known for the obvious contenders (beignets! gumbo! po’boys!), it also has so many hidden gems from local chefs aiming to reinvent how the world sees Creole cuisine. Be sure to visit Acme’s Oyster House for traditional New Orleans eats, (get a dozen chargrilled, add hot sauce, and ask for extra bread), Elizabeth’s in Bywater for a perfect Southern breakfast (praline bacon: Don’t ask, just do!), and Cafe Sbisa for chicken and (sweet potato!) waffles and sinfully good shrimp and grits. For chef-driven sandwiches bigger than your head, head to Turkey & the Wolf ; or for a gorgeous weekend brunch in a dreamy garden, opt for Cafe Amelie . Satsuma is great for vegetarians or anyone hoping for bit of lighter fare, and Dakar has been highlighted nationwide for its take on Senegalese cuisine. Cafe du Monde and its pillowy-soft beignets are, of course, nonnegotiable.

WHERE TO DANCE

Technically, the party can be wherever you want it to be in New Orleans, but for the sake of brevity, the best place to find live music in the city would be anywhere on Frenchman Street. Nightlife staples include DBA New Orleans , the Spotted Cat Music Club , the Rabbit Hole , and Treme Hideaway , among many others .

WHERE TO SHOP

New Orleans is a city for music lovers and eccentric dressers. Any vinyl fan will have a field day sorting through vintage LPs at NOLA Mix Records in the Lower Garden District, while independent boutiques like Lekha , Elysian by Emily Morrison , and Saint Claude Social Club provide provide eclectic pieces for your home and wardrobe. Nestled inside of Hotel Saint Vincent, ByGeorge is perfect for any luxury lover: The mini boutique sells resortwear and accessories from brands like Loewe, Dries Van Noten, Christopher John Rogers, and Rabanne.

Bianca Betancourt is the culture editor at HarpersBAZAAR.com , where she covers all things film, TV, music, and more. When she's not writing, she loves impulsively baking a batch of cookies, re-listening to the same early-2000s pop playlist, and stalking Mariah Carey's Twitter feed. 

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How to buy New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival tickets: Dates and prices compared

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The 2024 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival is officially underway, and the lineup is a can't-miss experience. The Rolling Stones are among the many performers slated to play, making it one of the most highly-anticipated stops on the festival circuit this spring. With the festival just around the corner, we've put together everything you need to know about how to buy New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival tickets, including who's playing what day and how to find tickets to sold-out dates. 

First established in the '70s, the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival has become a staple of the music scene for both Louisiana and the country as a whole. The Rolling Stones were originally slated to play five years ago but had to reschedule. They intended to play again a few years ago, but the entire festival was canceled, so their upcoming headlining performance has been a long time in the making. This year's festival will also bring Vampire Weekend, Hozier, and Neil Young Crazy Horse to the stage, among many others.

Whether you're looking to spend a few days at the festival or just hoping to see Mick Jagger perform, we've got you covered. Here's our breakdown of the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival schedule, purchasing details, and original and resale ticket prices. You can also peruse StubHub and Vivid Seats at your leisure. 

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New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival Schedule

The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival will take place over two weeks, April 25-28 and May 2-5. Single-day tickets are available, in addition to multi-day ticket packages. Below, you'll find the cheapest starting prices listed on StubHub and Vivid Seats at the time of writing. 

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How to buy New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival tickets

Tickets to the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival are sold through AXS. Some tickets, like the May 2 single-day tickets and some multi-day packages, have sold out. Tickets and packages for every day are available through resale vendors like StubHub and Vivid Seats . 

How much are New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival tickets?

Original single-day tickets range in price from $85 (for the "Early Bird Ticket," which was available until February 19) to $225 (for the "Rolling Stones & More" single-day ticket on May 2). Original multi-day packages start from $240 (for a 3-day package on the second week that excludes May 2 performances).

There are several VIP ticket tiers like the GA+ 4-day, the Big Chief VIP, the Grand Marshall VIP, and the Krewe of Jazz Fest. Original VIP packages are sold out for the second week, but resale packages are still available on StubHub and Vivid Seats.

StubHub's cheapest single-day tickets start at $82 on May 5. Vivid Seats' cheapest single-day ticket listings start at $94 on May 4. Three-day listings for the second week start at $200 on StubHub and $342 on Vivid Seats. Four-day listings, which include the coveted May 2 tickets, start at $500 on StubHub and $568 on Vivid Seats.

Who is playing at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival?

The 2024 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival has an impressive lineup. The first week includes performances from The Beach Boys (April 25), The Killers (April 26), Jon Batiste (April 26), Christ Stapleton (April 27), Vampire Weekend (April 27), and Anderson .Paak & The Free Nationals (April 28), among others. 

The second week features performances from The Rolling Stones (May 2), Foo Fighters (May 3), Hozier (May 3), Neil Young & Crazy Horse (May 4), Greta Van Fleet (May 4), Queen Latifah (May 4), Bonnie Raitt (May 5), and Earth, Wind & Fire (May 5), among others.

The festival has always drawn in big names, even if they're not in the jazz music scene. Past performers include Aretha Franklin, Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Wonder, Bob Dylan, Miles Davis, Jimmy Buffett, Paul Simon, Linda Ronstadt, Gladys Knight, Van Morrison, and Willie Nelson, among many others. 

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