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UPDATE: Jazz Fest will open at 12:30 this afternoon
Jazz Fest gates will open today at 12:30. Updated music schedule will be available shortly.
— New Orleans JazzFest (@jazzfest) May 4, 2019
NEW ORLEANS – Jazz Fest will open later than scheduled today due to the threat of stormy weather moving through the city.
Festival organizers announced the delay in a Tweet this morning.
Weather Update
Due to weather conditions, Jazz Fest opening will be delayed. Stay tuned for the exact time the gates will open.— New Orleans JazzFest (@jazzfest) May 4, 2019
Stay tuned to WGNO for more information on this developing story.