Live Music Every Night in New Orleans

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Where to Hear Live Music Every Night in NOLA

Last Updated: Monday, May 18, 2026 3:11 PM August. 27, 2018 -->

In New Orleans, you can hear live music any night of the week. There are so many shows and too little time, so we’ve narrowed it down to a few must see performances happening weekly* in various neighborhoods throughout the city. Grab some dinner and your dancing shoes…

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Hot 8 Brass Band

Sunday Hot 8 Brass Band at the Howlin’ Wolf at 10:30 p.m. Located in the Warehouse District , Howlin’ Wolf has the ultimate Sunday Funday. Grab some dinner around the corner at Cochon , then dance off the Cajun dishes with the Grammy Award-winning Hot 8 Brass Band .

Monday George Porter Jr. Trio at 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. Head Uptown to the Maple Leaf for a show from The Meters' George Porter Jr. Enjoy the sounds of New Orleans funk that'll make your Monday that much sweeter.

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Tuesday Live from the Balcony at the New Orleans Jazz Museum at 5 p.m. Stop by the New Orleans Jazz Museum for a concert done from the balcony above. Every Tuesday, a different artist takes the impromptu stage as revelers listen from the courtyard. Honey Island Swamp Band , Jason Neville FunkySoul Band , and the Hot 8 Brass Band are just a few who have graced the balcony. Enjoy some beignets at nearby Café du Monde before the show.

Wednesday Lynn Drury at MRB at 7 p.m. Located right near the French Market , MRB is a laid-back spot great for catching live music every night of the week. On Wednesdays, watch as singer/songwriter Lynn Drury brings the sounds of Americana to NOLA. Grab some oysters and a frozen drink, and you’re set for a good time.

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Robin Barnes

Thursday Robin Barnes and Pat Casey at The Peacock Room at 8 p.m. Known as Da Lovebirds, Robin Barnes and partner Pat Casey take to the mic every Thursday in the Peacock Room . Sit back and enjoy a meal with the performance, or head to Compère Lapin beforehand for delicious Creole eats.

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Jeremy Davenport

Friday Jeremy Davenport at the Davenport Lounge at 8 p.m. At 8 p.m. on both Fridays and Saturdays, Jeremy Davenport plays at his namesake Davenport Lounge located in the Ritz Carlton hotel. This swanky spot is great for a romantic night with classic cocktails and small bites.

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Saturday Kermit Ruffins at Mother in Law Lounge at 6 p.m. The Mother-In-Law Lounge embodies the soul of the Tremé neighborhood. You simply can't get any more local than this - Kermit cooks a big batch of New Orleans cuisine (think dirty rice) and then performs. Dinner and a show!