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🎷 Natchitoches Jazz and R&B Festival

Friday May 12, 2023 All Day
Natchitoches Parish Riverbank626 Front StreetNatchitoches LA 71457
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We are thankful for your attendance at the 26th Annual Natchitoches Jazz/R&B Festival and want to help make your festival experience a great one.

NO PERSONAL CHAIRS WILL BE ALLOWED ON FESTIVAL GROUNDS. THERE WILL BE NO CHAIRS IN FRONT OF OR ADJACENT TO THE MAIN STAGE EXCEPT IN THE VIP AREA AND HANDICAPPED SEATING AT THE TOP OF THE HILL. 

 

There is an amphitheater directly in front of the Main Stage and the festival is providing ample additional seating in the VIP area adjacent to the stage and in the areas in front of the two side stages. 

 

The reason for these restrictions is due to the size and configuration of the venue.  We have experimented over the festival's 25 years with different chair policies and we have found that this policy is the one that works best for all attendees.


We apologize for any inconvenience or consternation this may cause, but again, we've found this policy works the best and allows more people to attend and enjoy the festival.  


Thank you for understanding and for your participation in this festive annual event. We look forward to seeing you there!
 


There will be great music on ALL the stages!  That is the best way to enjoy the full festival experience! We encourage people to visit the other stages where they can sit comfortably in the chairs provided by the festival from time to time and then return to the Main Stage if that’s what they want to do.  We will have seat cushions for sale inside the gift shop. 


VIP SEATS

You may want to consider purchasing VIP tickets. Seating will be available in the shaded area to the side of the main stage, including a private bathroom and access to a full bar.  They are ON SALE now, with limited availability. They are going FAST so get yours today. You are also free to use your personal chairs in the VIP area, as space permits. 


JAZZ FEST FAQs

- No Refunds. 

- No Rain Out Location. 

- No Ice Chests. 

- No Pets. 

- No Parking on Riverbank. 

- Armbands can be purchased on the day of the festival or with online orders.

- Pick up armbands at the ticket booth downtown with your receipt. 

- For more information, please call Julie at 318-471-5778 or email her at llbrewton1@aol.com.

 


FOOD AND DRINK 

The Board has decided that no outside food or drink will be allowed in the festival with the exception of a limited amount that will be allowed for our sponsors in their tailgate areas. We will have food, beer, and alcohol vendors located in multiple areas for easy access.  


ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY AND VETERANS 

Active Duty Military and their immediate families (spouse & children) are admitted free of charge and will, of course, need to be prepared to show an ID but there are no Veterans discounts.  


EARLY BIRD TICKETS

There are Early Bird discounts available right now through midnight on March 31st.  After that date, there will be no discounts.  


Purchase tickets HERE. 



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Who

All ages are welcome to come to this event, with special prices for active duty and college students. Due to the nature of this event with live performances, it might not be suitable for those more startled by loud noises or individuals with special needs. This is not marketed as a sensory-friendly event. Alcohol will be served, with beer trucks, and VIP ticket purchasers given access to the to the bar- however, this is considered at family-friendly event- so bring the entire family and enjoy some food and amazing performances!

Cost

$0 - $100 ; See HOW feature for more information!

How

TICKETS BOUGHT ON EVENTBRITE HERE

  • Weekend General Admission (Children Under 12)
    Free
    TICKET INCLUDES FRIDAY & SATURDAY: Kids General Admission tickets get you access to festival area, 3 music stages, vendors and bathrooms.
  • Weekend General Admission (Military ID)
    Free
    TICKET INCLUDES FRIDAY & SATURDAY: Must show military ID. Family members NOT included.
  • Saturday Only for Students
    $30.00 + $3.85 Fee
    Must show student ID. Family members NOT included. General Admission tickets get you access to festival area, 3 music stages, beer trucks, food vendors and bathrooms on SATURDAY ONLY.
  • Weekend GA for Students (Friday & Saturday)
    $40.00 + $4.52 Fee
    Must show student ID. Family members NOT included. General Admission tickets get you access to festival area, 3 music stages, beer trucks, food vendors and bathrooms.
  • Saturday Only General Admission
    $50.00 + $5.20 Fee
    Sales end on May 13, 2023
    General Admission tickets get you access to festival area, 3 music stages, beer trucks, food vendors and bathrooms. This ticket is valid for SATURDAY ONLY.
  • Friday Only General Admission
    $20.00 + $3.18 Fee
    General Admission tickets get you access to festival area, 3 music stages, beer trucks, food vendors and bathrooms.  This ticket is valid for FRIDAY ONLY.
  • Weekend General Admission (Friday AND Saturday)
    $65.00 + $6.21 Fee
    TICKET INCLUDES FRIDAY & SATURDAY:A weekend ticket  get you access to festival area, 3 music stages, beer trucks, food vendors and bathrooms on both FRIDAY & SATURDAY.
  • VIP Weekend (Includes Friday AND Saturday)
    $100.00 + $8.55 Fee
    FRIDAY: includes admission to the festival.SATURDAY: Access to the VIP Area at the festival including premiere viewing, private bathrooms, special access to bar.

TICKETS BOUGHT ON EVENTBRITE HERE

More Info

Smooth jazz reverberates through downtown Natchitoches during the Natchitoches Jazz and R&B Festival. Soak in the sounds of soul, R&B, jazz and country throughout the weekend, and save room for refreshing food and drinks served by local food trucks. Find information on tickets here.


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TICKETS BOUGHT ON EVENTBRITE HERE

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