French Quarter Festival | Vibepedia

The French Quarter Festival is a free, annual music festival held in early April in the historic French Quarter of New Orleans, Louisiana, featuring primarily New Orleans music, such as jazz, blues, and zydeco from hundreds of local musicians, as well as food from dozens of New Orleans restaurants. Founded in 1983 with the first festival held in 1984, the festival has grown to become one of the largest and most popular music festivals in the United States, with an estimated attendance of over 800,000 in 2019. The festival was cancelled in 2020 and 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but returned in 2022 with a renewed focus on showcasing the unique cultural heritage of Louisiana. With over 20 stages throughout the French Quarter, the festival provides a platform for local musicians to perform and for visitors to experience the rich musical traditions of New Orleans. The festival is a celebration of the city's vibrant music scene, which has been shaped by the contributions of legendary musicians such as [[louis-armstrong|Louis Armstrong]] and [[jelly-roll-morton|Jelly Roll Morton]]. The French Quarter Festival is a must-visit event for music lovers and anyone looking to experience the unique culture and energy of New Orleans.