Temperatures are (way) up in New Orleans and that means that Satchmo SummerFest is only a few weeks away! The festival dedicated to the life, legacy, and music of Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong returns to the New Orleans Jazz Museum on Saturday, August 5 and Sunday, August 6, 2023.
Kermit Ruffins at French Quarter Fest 2019 [Photo by Louis Crispino]
Satchmo SummerFest is returning as a live, in-person event July 31-August 1 at the New Orleans Jazz Museum!
The young musicians of the Roots of Music will usher in the celebration with a special block party performance Saturday morning. On Sunday, Kermit Ruffins will close the festival. Satchmo SummerFest is one of the first festivals to return. This year s festival will be scaled back to two full days of music, food, celebration, and community. Tickets will be $7 in advance and $10 at the door.
“We are thrilled to announce our comeback,” said Emily Madero, CEO of FQFI. Satchmo SummerFest is the only local festival dedicated to Louis Armstrong. In addition to being a musical genius, Armstrong was a cultural ambassador and fighter. His legacy continues to inspire and provide a source of strength as our community rebounds. We invite our fans to join us for two days of celebration - celebration of local musi