Must-See Performances at 2025 Bayou Boogaloo
The beloved Mid-City Bayou Boogaloo Festival returns to the scenic banks of Bayou St. John for another year of vibrant music, local culture, and community celebration. This cherished New Orleans tradition continues to showcase the best of local and regional talent while offering festival-goers an authentic Louisiana cultural experience.
Friday – May 16
Honey Island Swamp Band performs Dark Side of the Bayou
Honey Island Swamp Band plays the music of Pink Floyd with their own distinctive “Bayou Americana” style. The band, which formed from New Orleans musicians who found themselves in San Francisco after Hurricane Katrina, brings together elements of funk, blues, rock, reggae, and Southern swamp to create a unique, danceable sound.
Jelly Joseph
New Orleans’ own Jelly Joseph brings her powerful vocals and magnetic stage presence to Bayou Boogaloo. A rising star in the local music scene, Joseph has made a name for herself with her soulful interpretations of funk, R&B, and New Orleans classics. Her dynamic performances and incredible vocal range have earned her acclaim across the city, where she’s known for both her original music and her ability to breathe new life into beloved standards…