Jazz & Heritage Foundation Gala

The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Gala, an annual celebration to ring in the renowned New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, pulls together artists, musicians, and supporters of the namesake foundation for a night of culture and music. Filled with performances, food, and dancing, the event's proceeds benefit the foundation's year-round programming—including supporting the Don “Moose” Jamison Heritage School of Music that provides than 250 children year-round with free weekly music lessons. 7 pm. Individual tickets start at $500. jazzandheritage.org.