Lafayette Square (OUTDOORS)
Lafayette Square, the second oldest park in the City, was founded in 1788 and was originally called “place publique.” Located in the heart of downtown New Orleans, the park is a welcoming green space for workers, residents and visitors to the City.
The Square is named after the American Revolutionary War Hero, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette.
Upcoming Shows
The 18th annual Crescent City Blues & BBQ Festival is just around the corner (October 10-12, 2025), and jam-packed with a star-studded lineup of artists from across Louisiana and Mississippi. Get ready to clap your hands and move your feet to the irresistible sounds! The Crescent City Blues & BBQ Festival, established in 2006, continues New Orleans’ historic role in making the blues and R&B among the most influential sounds in the world.
Friday, October 10
St. Charles Ave. Stage
5:30-6:45pm: Sierra Green & the Giants
7-8:30pm: Tab Benoit
Free & Open to the Public
