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| 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.
Click here to purchase tickets for adults online now! | |||
| Adults $10 | |||
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| 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.
Click here to purchase tickets for adults online now! | |||
| Adults $10 | |||
| garden@nocp.org | |||
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| 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.
Click here to purchase tickets for adults online now! | |||
| Adults $10 | |||
| garden@nocp.org | |||
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| 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 | |||
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| 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.
Click here to purchase tickets for adults online now! | |||
| Adults $10 | |||
| garden@nocp.org | |||
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| 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.
Click here to purchase tickets for adults online now! | |||
| Adults $10 | |||
| garden@nocp.org | |||
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| 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.
Click here to purchase tickets for adults online now! | |||
| Adults $10 | |||
| garden@nocp.org | |||
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| 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 | |||
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For a full listing of all scheduled events throughout City Park, visit the Calendar of Events.
Hours
Tuesday-Sunday: 10am-4:30pmClosed Mondays
Train Garden operating on weekends and during special events only.
$6
Children 5-12: $3
Under 5 & Friends of City Park: Free
Calendar
In the next 30 days:Concert -- Alex McMurray: Thursday, May 23, Open 5 'til 8pm, Performance at 6pm
Concert-- Lena Prima: Thursday, May 30, Open 5 'til 8pm, Performance at 6pm
Creating Bonsai from Garden Center Stock: Saturday, June 1, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Concert-- Paul Soniat: Thursday, June 6, Open 5 'til 8pm, Performance at 6pm
Plant Sale: Saturday, June 8, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Bromeliad Mounting Class: Saturday, June 8, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Concert-- ERIC LINDELL
Colin Lake: Sunday, June 9, Gates open at 4pm, Music starts at 5pm
Concert-- Natalie Mae & Her Unturned Tricks: Thursday, June 13, Open 5 'til 8pm, Performance at 6pm
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