16th Annual Satchmo SummerFest
August 5-7, 2016
Jackson Square
Satchmo SummerFest celebrates the life, music, and legacy of Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong at the Louisiana State Museum’s Old US Mint during the month of August. The four day festival features intellectual seminars from well-known jazz and music scholars along with two days of never ending music from a variety of genres ranging from traditional and contemporary jazz to brass bands and more. Travel in Comfort and Safely with Alert Transportation Call 1-888-362-4145 or Local 504-362-4145.
What is Satchmo SummerFest?
Satchmo SummerFest is a three-day local music showcase located within one block of the historic French Quarter: two stages and food booths are located in Jackson Square; a third stage and children’s area is located in the Louisiana State Museum’s Arsenal; the Satchmo Symposium takes place in Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre. Satchmo SummerFest features local music with a focus on contemporary and traditional jazz and brass bands. The community festival also features the ‘Red Bean Alley,’ festival food booths operated by some of New Orleans finest restaurants, open throughout the festival weekend. On Thursday, August 4, Satchmo SummerFest 2016 will kick-off with a ticketed reception at the Omni Royal Orleans Hotel, the official hotel of French Quarter Festivals, Inc.
Who are some of the bands?
There are lots of great bands playing at the Satchmo SummerFest this year. Gerald French & the Original Tuxedo Jazz Band, Big Sam’s Funky Nation,The Ella and Louie Tribute Band, DeJan’s Olympia Brass Band, Trumpet Tribute to Louis Armstrong featuring James Andrews, and lots more. Click here for the full line-up and schedule.
Who are some of the food vendors?
This year there will be lots of food from Muriels, Palmer’s Cuisine, Ajun Cajun, Lakeview Harbor, Quintin’s Ice Cream, and More. Click here to see the entire list.
What is the cost to attend Satchmo SummerFest?
Daily admission is $5 (children 12 and under are free). Wristbands will be provided at the gates to allow festival-goers the option of coming and going throughout each day.
