New Orleans isn't just a city, it's a state of mind. Tons of events celebrating our city happen all over the world, whether it's Mardi Gras in Perth, Australia, or local cats playing a major festival on the West Coast. Stay tuned to this page for updates on how the Groove is being Guarded in your neck of the woods.

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Upcoming Events Outside New Orleans

Export NOLA featuring Anders Osborne, Big Sam's Funky Nation, and Stooges Brass Band — Austin, TX
March 17

To coincide with the South By Southwest Music Festival & Conference, the Backbeat Foundation and the City of New Orleans are presenting an afternoon of music from the Crescent City down in Austin, TX, at Momo's. The lineup includes Anders Osborne, Big Sam's Funky Nation, and the Stooges Brass Band.

For more info, please visit the Backbeat Foundation Web site.

Jazz Fest Fundraiser Concert with Henry Butler — Washington, D.C.
March 18

U.S. Senator Mary Landrieu and the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation invite you to attend an exclusive gathering in Washington, D.C., featuring the legendary New Orleans pianist Henry Butler on March 18 at Madame's Organ, Washington's place to hear the blues. The proceeds of this exhilarating event will support year-round education, economic development and cultural programming in New Orleans and around Louisiana.

For more information about the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation, visit JazzAndHeritage.org online or call (504) 558-6100.