Free Live Music in New Orleans

11 upcoming concerts and live music events

Discover free performances across New Orleans. Venues and dates updated daily.

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Good Enough For Good Times + Daria & The Hip Drops

Tipitina's · Uptown
Fri, Jun 19 · 9:00pm
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Good Enough For Good Times + Daria & The Hip Drops

Tipitina's · Uptown
Fri, Jun 19 · 9:00pm
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Stooges Brass Band + Very Cherry

Tipitina's · Uptown
Fri, Jun 26 · 9:00pm
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Brass-a-Holics + Vegas Cola

Tipitina's · Uptown
Fri, Jul 3 · 9:00pm
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Honey Island Swamp Band + Deltaphonic

Tipitina's · Uptown
Fri, Jul 10 · 9:00pm
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Johnny Sketch & The Dirty Notes + Electric Ramble

Tipitina's · Uptown
Fri, Jul 17 · 9:00pm
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Soul Brass Band + The Next Level Band

Tipitina's · Uptown
Fri, Jul 24 · 9:00pm
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New Orleans Suspects + Brass Tyrannosaurus

Tipitina's · Uptown
Fri, Jul 31 · 9:00pm
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Flow Tribe + Zita

Tipitina's · Uptown
Fri, Aug 7 · 9:00pm
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Billy Iuso + Pocket Chocolate

Tipitina's · Uptown
Fri, Aug 14 · 9:00pm
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Steve Kelly + Zoomst

Tipitina's · Uptown
Fri, Aug 21 · 9:00pm
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Stanton Moore, Joe Ashlar, Danny Abel, & Brad Walker + Jelly Joseph

Tipitina's · Uptown
Fri, Aug 28 · 9:00pm
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Free Live Music in New Orleans

New Orleans has 11 free concerts coming up. All events are completely free — no tickets, no cover charges.

Shows take place at Tipitina's and other venues across Uptown. Events run through August 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are there free concerts in New Orleans this weekend?
Yes — check our free concerts in New Orleans this weekend page for the current weekend's shows. All events are free to attend with no tickets or cover charge.
Where can I see free live music in New Orleans?
Popular free music venues in New Orleans include Tipitina's. Browse all New Orleans venues for a full list.
Do I need tickets for free concerts in New Orleans?
Most free concerts in New Orleans are walk-up free — no tickets or reservation needed, just show up. Some events are free RSVP, which is noted on each listing.
How often are new free concerts added for New Orleans?
This page is updated daily as new events are announced. Current listings run through August 2026.