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The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, or Jazz Fest as it’s known to locals, is one of the largest music festivals in the United States and takes place in the spring every year, spanning roughly two weeks. Due to COVID and its many variants, the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival was forced to cancel in 2020 and 2021, making this year’s return even more thrilling.
This year’s lineup is sure to please music fans of all genres. Musicians such as Stevie Nicks and Lionel Richie are headlining the festival, and there are plenty of other great acts scheduled to perform as well. So, if you’re thinking of heading down South to have a good time and learn about the city’s culture, here’s why the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival will be an ideal experience for you!
The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival began as a new venture in 1970 when George Wein, a pianist and jazz promoter, was hired by the New Orleans Hotel Motel Association to promote tourism through music in New Orleans.
Some of the celebrities who performed at the inaugural of the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival included artists like Al Hirt, Clifton Chenier, and others. However, Wein’s aim for this event went beyond simply just music. He also suggested the creation of a “Heritage Fair” that would feature food stalls serving local cuisine, as well as New Orleans-inspired arts & crafts to receive further enjoyment from the event.
The lineup for this year’s New Orleans Jazz Fest 2022 is sure to please music fans of many, if not all genres. Headlining the festival this year are world-famous musicians and bands such as The Who, Luke Combs, Stevie Nicks, Jimmy Buffett, Erykah Badu and many more talented artists who are coming to give you one of the best experiences you can imagine. So whether you are a fan of jazz, blues, country, or rock ‘n’ roll, there’s sure to be something for you at this year’s New Orleans music festival.
If you’re looking for a great way to have fun, spend time with your family and friends, or just learn about New Orleans culture in general, then Jazz Fest is perfect for you. This year’s lineup promises an amazing experience of music and food that will satisfy any taste bud!
If you are also interested in other things to do while in New Orleans, make sure to check out our impressive Cajun Encounters Swamp Tour in the incredible and protected Honey Island Swamp, where you will get an up-close and personal chance to see alligators and other wildlife. So make sure to include these two amazing experiences on your list of things to do when visiting New Orleans!
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