Massive crowds pack Jazz Fest on 2nd Sat.
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New Orleans couldn't have asked for better weather for the last day of Jazz Fest 2026, and a lot of people were out taking advantage of it. The Fair Grounds
Organizers expected about 400,000 to attend the festival, with the final tally coming in a few days.
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Jazz Fest closed out with sets by Steve Earle, Jackie Venson, George Porter Jr. and Gregg Stafford’s Young Tuxedo Brass Band
Jazz Fest ended on a high note, but earlier storms caused shutdowns that cut into peak hours and impacted vendors throughout the week.
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Jazz Fest finale closes with sunny, mild weather
The 2026 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival ended Sunday with sunny skies and mild temperatures in the 60s and 70s. After earlier storms brought heavy rain and schedule adjustments, improved weather drew strong crowds for the final performances.
"Trombone Shorty" started playing his trumpet with New Breed, and suddenly an impromptu street party took hold.