Crescent City Blues & BBQ Fest

906 Ruthie Foster [Photo by Demian Roberts]

Ruthie Foster [Photo by Demian Roberts]
Ruthie Foster [Photo by Demian Roberts]
Friday, October 9, 2026 - 5:30pm to 8:30pm

Lafayette Square (OUTDOORS)

602 Camp Street
New Orleans, LA 70130

Lafayette Square, the second oldest park in the City, was founded in 1788 and was originally called “place publique.” Located in the heart of downtown New Orleans, the park is a welcoming green space for workers, residents and visitors to the City. 

The Square is named after the American Revolutionary War Hero, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette.

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Tune in as WWOZ broadcasts and video streams live from the 2026 Crescent City Blues & BBQ Festival! Celebrate 20 years of the music, musicians, and culture that keep the blues alive and thriving in New Orleans.

Listen locally at 90.7 FM or from anywhere at this link. You can catch the video stream on our YouTube channel and Facebook page

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9

St. Charles Ave. Stage

5:30-6:45pm Johnny Sansone
7-8:30pm Ruthie Foster

Broadcast schedule is subject to change.

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