French Quarter Festivals, Inc. (FQFI) invites locals and visitors to ring in the New Year at New Orleans Eve, a free New Year’s Eve concert and countdown celebration. Presented in partnership with New Orleans & Company, the beloved tradition returns to Woldenberg Park on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, from 9 p.m. to midnight, featuring an expanded footprint and a vibrant mix of music, dancing, and fireworks along the Mississippi River.
This year’s lineup features a powerhouse group of local favorites including Dumpstaphunk, Sweet Crude, and DJ Captain Charles. The evening culminates with the iconic fleur-de-lis drop and the Crescent City Countdown Club fireworks, lighting up the riverfront at midnight.
“New Orleans Eve is all about joy, connection, and celebrating together as a community,” said Emily Madero, President & CEO of French Quarter Festivals, Inc. “As a nonprofit dedicated to showcasing the best of our city, it’s important to us that we continue offering high-quality events that bring locals and visitors together in one of the most picturesque places in New Orleans, and that we do so in a safe, welcoming environment for all.”
The move to Woldenberg Park reflects FQFI’s continued commitment to creating a safe, enjoyable experience for all attendees. The riverfront location offers more space, improved sightlines for fireworks, and enhanced public safety operations coordinated closely with the City of New Orleans and public safety agencies.
“New Orleans & Company is pleased to sponsor this celebration to close out the holiday season and step into the New Year with the spirit that makes this city so special,” said Walt Leger III, President and CEO of New Orleans & Company. “We’re proud to partner with French Quarter Festivals, Inc., to showcase our city’s culture, music, and hospitality for visitors and residents alike. This year we also remember and honor the victims of the tragic events of New Years Day, January 1, 2025. This past year proved what we’ve always known: The unique light of this great city cannot be dimmed.”
