New Orleans Museum of Art Juneteenth Concert 2026
About This Event
The New Orleans Museum of Art presents a Juneteenth concert on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 6 PM in its City Park galleries. General museum admission applies and is free for Louisiana residents on Wednesdays, making this an accessible evening of music marking the holiday alongside NOMA's permanent African and African diaspora art collections.
📅 When
June 17, 2026
📍 Where
New Orleans Museum of Art, 1 Collins Diboll Cir, New Orleans, LA 70124
New Orleans, LA
💵 Price
Free for LA residents
👤 Organizer
New Orleans Museum of Art
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What to expect at a Juneteenth concert
Juneteenth concerts span gospel, jazz, R&B, soul, hip-hop, and Afrobeats — sometimes all in one lineup. Outdoor stages are common, so bring layers and a low chair if seating isn’t provided. Doors typically open 30 to 60 minutes before the first set. Food and drink vendors are usually on-site; cash is still safer than card at smaller events. Many performers wait until the final hour for headline acts, so pace yourself.
About Juneteenth in New Orleans
New Orleans, LA marks Juneteenth alongside hundreds of other US cities, with celebrations rooted in local Black history and shaped by the people, churches, and community organizations that have sustained the day for generations. Whether you’re attending your first Juneteenth or your fortieth, the goal is the same: gather, remember, and celebrate freedom together. Our directory currently lists 7 additional Juneteenth events in New Orleans.
Other Juneteenth events in New Orleans
- New Orleans Juneteenth Festival - Congo SquareNew Orleans, LA · June 2026 (TBD)
- New Orleans Juneteenth Festival 2026New Orleans, LA · June 19, 2026
- New Orleans Jazz Museum Freedom for All Sneaker Ball 2026New Orleans, LA · June 20, 2026
- New Orleans Juneteenth Economic Summit 2026New Orleans, LA · June 20, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- When is New Orleans Museum of Art Juneteenth Concert 2026?
- June 17, 2026. Confirm exact start times with the organizer (New Orleans Museum of Art) before traveling.
- Where is New Orleans Museum of Art Juneteenth Concert 2026 held?
- New Orleans Museum of Art, 1 Collins Diboll Cir, New Orleans, LA 70124, New Orleans, LA. Check the event website for parking and accessibility details.
- Is this event free to attend?
- Yes. This Juneteenth event is free and open to the public. Some sub-events (food, vendor purchases, optional workshops) may have separate costs.
- What should I bring?
- Plan for outdoor weather. Bring sunscreen, water, comfortable shoes, a hat or umbrella, cash for vendors (some are cash-only), and a portable phone charger. If chairs aren’t provided, a foldable seat or blanket is useful.
- Is the event family-friendly?
- Most Juneteenth celebrations welcome all ages. Family-specific programming varies by event — many include kids’ zones, face painting, and family activities. Strollers are usually welcome at outdoor venues.