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Things to do in New Orleans in July 2027

July is Essence, which takes over the convention center on the Fourth of July weekend. Satchmo SummerFest lands in July, with 3 more on the list below.

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Starting in July

Satchmo SummerFest Music

Satchmo SummerFest

Saturday, Jul 31 to Sunday, Aug 1 New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Old U.S. Mint, New Orleans
Free

Expected in July, dates not announced yet

Uncle Sam Jam Holidays & Parades

Uncle Sam Jam

Expected July 2027 Lafreniere Park, Al Copeland Concert Meadow, Metairie
Free

5 more run every week in New Orleans year round, including Gretna Farmers Market and Art Walk and Crescent City Farmers Market. See the full calendar.

Planning the trip around it

What overnight parking costs at New Orleans hotels, compared before you book.

New Orleans hotel parking, cheapest first

French Quarter valet ran $49 to $62 a night in September 2026. One Marigny hotel has its own lot for $15.

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