5 things to do in New Orleans, LA — Wednesday, September 2, 2026

Picked each day from verified New Orleans-area event calendars. Every listing links back to the organizer.

This story was assembled using AI and public data sources.

1. The Jazz Foundation of America (JFA) Present… Melanie Scholtz with the Adonis Rose Quintet — New Orleans Jazz Museum

   Civic at New Orleans Jazz Museum, starting 2 p.m.

   The Jazz Foundation of America (JFA) Present… Melanie Scholtz with the Adonis Rose Quintet — New Orleans Jazz Museum

   Details from the organizer

2. Elders Sacred Talk Series: Jackie Harris and Deacon John Moore, also Honoring Germaine Bazzle

   Community at NOMA’s Lapis Center for the Arts, starting 5:30 p.m.

   NOMA and the Congo Square Preservation Society present the Elders Sacred Talk Series, celebrating elder New Orleanians through conversations about their art, lives, and work.

   Details from the organizer

3. SNAP Assistance

   At the library at Norman Mayer Library, starting 10:30 a.m.

   The Louisiana Department of Health will provide SNAP Assistance. They help with applying, account maintenance, and questions about the programs.

   Details from the organizer

4. Toddler Time

   At the library at Algiers Regional Library, starting 10:30 a.m.

   Read, sing, and wiggle during an interactive storytime geared towards toddlers and their caregivers, followed by a time to play with toys, sensory activities, or crafts.

   Details from the organizer

5. Storytime

   At the library at Alvar Library, starting 10:30 a.m.

   Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.

   Details from the organizer