Ace NOLA is gearing up for the eighth annual Six of Saturns festival, and the lineup announcement is nothing short of spectacular. This year’s festival brings together a mesmerizing blend of local talent and visiting artists across various genres ranging from jazz to funk and R&B. Scheduled to take place from April 25 to May 5, coinciding with Jazz Fest, the nine-day celebration of music and culture unfolds at Ace’s renowned music venue, Three Keys.
Highlighted below is the full lineup for this year’s Six of Saturns festival: Week One:
- Wednesday, April 24: Have a Great Jazz Fest with Joshua Starkman (Alto) at 5 p.m.
- Friday, April 26: Stones Throw Suite with Kiefer at 9 p.m.
- Saturday, April 27: Performance To Be Announced (Time TBD)
- Sunday, April 28: Nicholas Payton at 8 p.m.
Week Two:
- Wednesday, May 1: SONO Presents Cleo Reed at 9 p.m.
- Thursday, May 2: Jon Cleary with Pedro Segundo at 8 p.m.
- Friday, May 3: Joy Clark with Lilli Luis at 9 p.m.
- Saturday, May 4: Lady Wray with Jelly Joseph at 8:30 p.m.
- Sunday, May 5: Flagboy Giz with Brass-A-Holics at 8 p.m.
The festival is known for its tradition of welcoming surprise artists following their performances on the official Jazz Fest stage, adding an element of excitement and spontaneity to the events. RSVPs and ticket sales are now open, with assets such as artist graphics and the complete lineup available on the festival’s official website.