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Art, Music, and Entertainment

Thursday, May 23
Thursdays at Twilight
Concert -- Alex McMurray
Open 5 'til 8pm, Performance at 6pm
Botanical Garden- Pavilion of the Two Sisters

Alex McMurray is among the best songwriters in New Orleans, a man who over the past two decades has written songs that mark our lives, deaths, loves, hates, hangovers, and what comes before and after those excesses. This will be Alex's first solo appearance at our Twilight Series, one you should not miss. Website: http://www.alexmcmurray.com/

Mint juleps, wine, beer, soft drinks, water, and food available for purchase, no outside food and drink or pets allowed. Admission is not included in Friends of City Park membership.
Season passes are also available- Full pass $333, March-June $144, July-November $189.

Click here to purchase tickets for adults online now!
Tickets for children available only at the gate.

Adults $10
(504) 483-9488
garden@nocp.org
 
Thursday, May 30
Thursdays at Twilight
Concert-- Lena Prima
Open 5 'til 8pm, Performance at 6pm
Botanical Garden- Pavilion of the Two Sisters

To some performers, having a legendary father might be daunting. Not for Lena Prima. Born in show business and raised on the road with her famous dad, the singer/songwriter/artist has earned her own reputation around the country for her energetic charismatic performances. She will perform songs of her father as well as some of her original tunes. Website: http://www.lenaprimamusic.com

Mint juleps, wine, beer, soft drinks, water, and food available for purchase, no outside food and drink or pets allowed. Admission is not included in Friends of City Park membership.
Season passes are also available- Full pass $333, March-June $144, July-November $189.

Click here to purchase tickets for adults online now!
Tickets for children available only at the gate.

Adults $10
(504) 483-9488
garden@nocp.org
 
Thursday, June 6
Thursdays at Twilight
Concert-- Paul Soniat
Open 5 'til 8pm, Performance at 6pm
Botanical Garden- Pavilion of the Two Sisters

The Garden's own, singer/songwriter Paul Soniat will perform his original songs, which always entertain and engage the audience. He is sure to have some new songs, so grab your mint julep and get ready for an enjoyable evening. Website: http://www.paulsoniat.com

Mint juleps, wine, beer, soft drinks, water, and food available for purchase, no outside food and drink or pets allowed. Admission is not included in Friends of City Park membership.
Season passes are also available- Full pass $333, March-June $144, July-November $189.

Click here to purchase tickets for adults online now!
Tickets for children available only at the gate.

Adults $10
(504) 483-9488
garden@nocp.org
 
Sunday, June 9
Garden Party
Concert-- ERIC LINDELL
Colin Lake
Gates open at 4pm, Music starts at 5pm
Botanical Garden- Robert B. Haspel Garden Stage

On the second Sunday of March, April, May and June, The New Orleans Botanical Garden and The Backbeat Foundation will host GARDEN PARTY an outdoor concert series on the beautiful Robert B. Haspel Garden Stage. The stage is located in the New Orleans Botanical Garden on the east side of the Pavilion of the Two Sisters. Music lovers will enjoy great music while relaxing on the lawn and savoring the beautiful surroundings of the Botanical Garden. Befitting the setting, the series will focus on Louisiana Roots Music.

FOOD & BEVERAGES WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE. (No outside food or beverages permitted) More information available at: www.backbeatfoundation.org / www.ga rden.neworleanscitypark.com Garden Party is presented with support from The Robert and Shirley Haspel Fund, The Arts Council of New Orleans, The City of New Orleans, City Park New Orleans, Backbeat Foundation, WWOZ, Fox 8, NOLA Brewing Co., and Whole Foods Market.

SUGGESTED DONATION: $10
(504) 483-9386
garden@nocp.org
 
Thursday, June 13
Thursdays at Twilight
Concert-- Natalie Mae & Her Unturned Tricks
Open 5 'til 8pm, Performance at 6pm
Botanical Garden- Pavilion of the Two Sisters

"Inventive, detailed, emotionally straightforward, poetic and plainspoken," is how Michigan-born and New Orleans-resident Natalie Mae has often been described. Natalie Mae's repertoire includes an entertaining mix of original tunes inspired by the likes of Hank Williams, Bob Wills, and Dinah Washington. She is a natural-born performer with well-crafted lyrics and a voice that carries each melody with power and ease. Website: http://www.nataliemaemusic.com

Mint juleps, wine, beer, soft drinks, water, and food available for purchase, no outside food and drink or pets allowed. Admission is not included in Friends of City Park membership.
Season passes are also available- Full pass $333, March-June $144, July-November $189.

Click here to purchase tickets for adults online now!
Tickets for children available only at the gate.

Adults $10
(504) 483-9488
garden@nocp.org
 
Thursday, June 20
Thursdays at Twilight
Concert-- David Torkanowsky
Open 5 'til 8pm, Performance at 6pm
Botanical Garden- Pavilion of the Two Sisters

David is recognized as one of the finest contemporary jazz pianists in New Orleans, and over the years has performed with most of the great New Orleans musicians. Things just seem to sizzle when David is playing his piano.

Mint juleps, wine, beer, soft drinks, water, and food available for purchase, no outside food and drink or pets allowed. Admission is not included in Friends of City Park membership.
Season passes are also available- Full pass $333, March-June $144, July-November $189.

Click here to purchase tickets for adults online now!
Tickets for children available only at the gate.

Adults $10
(504) 483-9488
garden@nocp.org
 
Thursday, June 27
Thursdays at Twilight
Concert-- Symphony Chorus of New Orleans
Open 5 'til 8pm, Performance at 6pm
Botanical Garden- Pavilion of the Two Sisters

Symphony Chorus of New Orleans and Opera Creole mark the tenth anniversary of Moses Hogan's passing with a celebration of his life and music. Website: http://www.symphonychorus.org

Mint juleps, wine, beer, soft drinks, water, and food available for purchase, no outside food and drink or pets allowed. Admission is not included in Friends of City Park membership.
Season passes are also available- Full pass $333, March-June $144, July-November $189.

Click here to purchase tickets for adults online now!
Tickets for children available only at the gate.

Adults $10
(504) 483-9488
garden@nocp.org
 
Saturday and Sunday October 5 and 6
Fall Garden Festival
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. each day
Botanical Garden
Plant Sales - Vendor Sales - Arts and Crafts - Urban Farm Exhibits - Scarecrows - Food and Drink - Children's Activities - Educational Programs - Music, Music, Music
(504) 483-9386
garden@nocp.org
 


For a full listing of all scheduled events throughout City Park, visit the Calendar of Events.

Hours

Tuesday-Sunday: 10am-4:30pm
Closed Mondays
Train Garden operating on weekends and during special events only.

$6
Children 5-12: $3
Under 5 & Friends of City Park: Free
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