Celebrating 10 Years of Ragtime in New Orleans

The countdown is on! Join us October 1–4, 2026, as the New Orleans Ragtime Festival celebrates its 10th Anniversary with four unforgettable days of music, history, dancing, and cultural experiences in the birthplace of jazz..
 

From historic venues throughout New Orleans to Ragtime on the River aboard the iconic Steamboat Natchez, the festival brings together acclaimed musicians for inspiring performances, opportunities to connect with fellow enthusiasts, and memorable experiences celebrating ragtime's enduring influence on American music and culture.

Early Bird Festival Passes are available for a limited time, giving you the opportunity to secure discounted admission before regular pricing begins.

The New Orleans Ragtime Festival takes place across several of the city's most distinctive cultural venues, each offering a unique experience while celebrating the music, history, and spirit of ragtime.

🎭 New Marigny Theatre
An intimate performing arts venue in the historic Marigny neighborhood, the New Marigny Theatre provides the perfect setting for concerts, dances, lectures, and special festival events. Its welcoming atmosphere brings audiences and performers together for an unforgettable experience. 

🍽️ Southern Food & Beverage Museum (SoFAB)
Celebrate the rich culinary traditions of the South at SoFAB, one of New Orleans' most unique cultural institutions. Home to exhibits, demonstration kitchens, and the Museum of the American Cocktail, SoFAB offers an engaging setting where food, history, and music come together. 

🎹 New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
Located in the heart of the French Quarter, this National Park Service site preserves and celebrates the origins and evolution of jazz in New Orleans. Festival presentations here connect ragtime's important role in the musical heritage of the city with the birth of America's original art form.

🚢 Steamboat NATCHEZ
Experience the grand finale of the festival aboard New Orleans' iconic authentic steamboat. Cruise the Mississippi River while enjoying live ragtime performed by Lars Edegran and the New Orleans Ragtime Orchestra, surrounded by the timeless beauty of the river and city skyline.

🏨 Hotel Le Pavillon New Orleans
Stay in the heart of downtown New Orleans at our Official Festival Hotel. This historic landmark combines timeless elegance with modern comfort and is conveniently located just minutes from the festival venues, making it the perfect home base for your Ragtime Festival experience.

The New Orleans Ragtime Festival is pleased to offer attendees a special discounted room rate at Le Pavillon, one of the city's most treasured historic hotels.

Originally opened in 1907 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Le Pavillon is renowned for its grand architecture, sparkling crystal chandeliers, marble floors, and beautifully appointed interiors that reflect the elegance of a bygone era.

Located in the heart of downtown New Orleans, the hotel offers guests a luxurious retreat ideally situated just minutes from the French Quarter, renowned restaurants, museums, and many of the city's most notable attractions. Its blend of historic grandeur and modern comfort makes it the perfect home away from home for festival attendees.

Enjoy your stay at this iconic New Orleans landmark!

As we celebrate the 10th Anniversary of The New Orleans Ragtime Festival, we are delighted to welcome the Steamboat Natchez and the New Orleans Steamboat Company as an official festival partner. This exciting new collaboration brings one of New Orleans' most treasured traditions into our anniversary celebration, creating a unique opportunity to experience ragtime music where history, culture, and the Mississippi River meet.

For generations, the Steamboat Natchez has been an iconic symbol of New Orleans, carrying visitors and locals alike along the mighty Mississippi while showcasing the city's rich musical heritage. The vessel's timeless elegance and connection to the river's storied past make it a fitting setting for a festival dedicated to preserving and celebrating America's original popular music.

As part of this special partnership, festival guests will have the opportunity to experience Ragtime on the River aboard the historic Steamboat Natchez. Set against the backdrop of the New Orleans skyline and the flowing Mississippi, this unforgettable event brings together live ragtime music, community, and the spirit of a bygone era aboard one of the city's most beloved landmarks.

Together, The New Orleans Ragtime Festival and the Steamboat Natchez invite you to celebrate a decade of music, history, and cultural preservation while creating new memories on one of America's most legendary waterways.

The New Orleans Ragtime Festival is proud to continue our partnership with New Marigny Theatre as one of our featured festival venues. Located in the historic Marigny neighborhood, the theater provides an intimate setting for live performances, cultural programming, and community engagement.

Originally constructed in the early twentieth century, the building has served the neighborhood in various capacities throughout its history before being transformed into a performing arts venue. Today, New Marigny Theatre remains a vibrant cultural space dedicated to supporting artists, musicians, and creative expression in New Orleans.

The theater's commitment to preserving and promoting the arts aligns closely with the mission of The New Orleans Ragtime Festival. Its historic character and neighborhood setting offer festival attendees an authentic New Orleans experience while providing a unique backdrop for performances and special events.

Together, The New Orleans Ragtime Festival and New Marigny Theatre celebrate New Orleans' rich artistic heritage, creating opportunities to experience music, history, and culture while honoring a decade of festival programming.