Good morning, New Orleans.

Raphael Village will host its 16th annual fundraiser — Cirque du soirée — this Saturday in New Orleans’ historic Irish Channel.

The event will bring together local community members for creative performances and positive local spirit.

Last Saturday, athletes joined the Unity Jam Fest Community Skate Fest at Wentwood Skatepark (200 W Loyola Dr) in Kenner.

City leaders hosted adaptive skate and bike clinics to promote inclusion in action sports.

Dolfy's opens on Freret Street at 4508 Freret where Chef Adolfo Garcia Jr. and partner Sophia Petrou Garcia serve Basque-inspired cuisine that blends Gulf Coast flavors with traditional Spanish techniques (operating 5-10 p.m. Wednesday–Sunday).

The restaurant uses a wood-fired oven to create pintxos, entrees, and Spanish-style cocktails.

The city’s first Hondo Rodeo Fest ended in Champions Square last weekend, drawing country stars like Jason Aldean and Lynyrd Skynyrd and featuring rodeo competitions (organizers confirmed a return in 2027).

Julien Hudson was a pioneering Black artist in New Orleans who became the second documented Creole painter and the first in the state.

Born in 1811 (in New Orleans), he trained as a teen, opened his studio in 1831, and his portraits are now held in museum and private collections.

French Quarter Fest 2026 expands into Goldring and Woldenberg Riverfront Park and starts Thursday morning with a kickoff parade on Bourbon Street and a ceremony in Jackson Square.

The nonprofit festival will feature music by local legends like Irma Thomas and Big Freedia and runs through Sunday.

Today remains mostly sunny with highs from 80-85 and lows in the 60s; winds from the SSE increase humidity.

A slight chance of showers will occur midweek before a cold front brings a few rains late Saturday into Sunday, keeping French Quarter Fest dry (as planned).

An investigation found that several federal judges handling coastal damage cases kept investments in oil companies while presiding over the litigation, raising questions about whether their financial ties may affect unbiased rulings.

The report details how judges maintained stock and bonds in companies facing claims over environmental damage (details confirmed).

New Orleans officials will unveil a new safety plan for French Quarter Fest and Jazz Fest today to bolster security and manage crowd control in key areas — the plan outlines measures for enhanced emergency response and more details will be shared at the event.

A new urgent care clinic will open April 18 in New Orleans East at 8030 Crowder Blvd., Suite A and will host a grand opening from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a ribbon cutting to offer walk-in care & on-site testing to reduce long ER wait times.

Today on WWL TV, Dr. Burkenstock explains natural ways to reverse fatty liver disease — he says nonalcoholic fatty liver disease affects 25 to 30 percent of people globally.

The St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation is hosting a free real estate investor meetup with expert Shane Jeanfreau on Wednesday, April 29 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. CST at 100 Port Blvd, Suite 260 in Chalmette (attendees can look forward to expert interviews, networking, and an investor exchange).

The Ven Aqui Show Featuring Kai De Lua

8-12 p.m. — Gasa Gasa — Tickets $7 — Enjoy a vibrant night of music with Kai De Lua in a fantastic local venue.

French Quarter Festival 2026

11 AM - 8 PM — House of Blues New Orleans — $449+ — Experience the vibrant culture of New Orleans with exclusive VIP amenities at the French Quarter Festival.

Justin Hayward: The Story In Your Eyes Tour

8-9:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater New Orleans — Tickets available — Experience the iconic music of Justin Hayward live in New Orleans.

Grayson Brockamp's Wildlife Duo Concert

4:30-6 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Free entry — Enjoy a lively happy hour concert featuring local talent in a vibrant setting.

Bored Teachers Comedy Tour: Is It Friday Yet?!

3-6 p.m. — Orpheum Theater New Orleans — Tickets available — Experience hilarious teacher-comedy that resonates with anyone involved in education.

ASI Show fASIlitate 2026 New Orleans

Apr 20-23 — The Windsor Court — Registration required — A premier hosted-buyer event fostering meaningful connections in the promotional products industry.

John 'Papa' Gros Solo Performance

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Ellis Marsalis Center for Music — $15 General Admission, $45 Reserved, $5 Student — Experience the vibrant sound of New Orleans through the music of John 'Papa' Gros.

Jill Butler's Joyride

5-6 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful happy hour concert featuring Jill Butler's Joyride.

Candlelight Concert - Neo-Soul Favorites

6-7 p.m. — Hotel Peter and Paul — Tickets required — Experience a magical evening with the sounds of neo-soul in a stunning atmosphere.

King Tuff Live with Morgan Nagler

7:30-9 p.m. — Gasa Gasa — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy a night of nostalgic tunes as King Tuff performs with Morgan Nagler.