Events in New Orleans in August 2027
New Orleans event dates for August 2027 are still being announced. Start with the planning leads and the city guide below — the lineup firms up closer to August.
New Orleans's August 2027 lineup is still being announced — planning leads below.
By TripSapien · Updated August 24, 2026
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Dates for this month are still being announced. Start with the planning leads below, or build the rest of your visit from the city guide.
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Add your dates and we'll build the rest of your trip around these events — every place checked for closures and booking needs.
Planning leads
Early leads on events still lining up. Exact dates and details firm up closer to your trip.
- Aug 1 - Aug 3
- Aug 7 - Aug 8
Satchmo Summer Festival 2027
Annual music festival celebrating the legacy of Louis Armstrong, featuring jazz performances and cultural events at the Old Mint on Esplanade Avenue.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Aug 27 - Aug 31
Southern Decadence 2027
A vibrant annual event celebrating LGBTQ+ culture with parades, parties, and performances throughout the French Quarter and surrounding neighborhoods.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
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