Tuesday, November 13, 2007

New Orleans Jazz Fest: Return of Thursday on Second Weekend?

Swag, AKA Mr. Jazz Fest, sends word of a major announcement coming tomorrow from the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival.

The going rumor, he says, is that the MIA second-weekend Thursday is coming back to the schedule.

Jazz Fest dates for next year are expected to be April 25-27 and May 2-4 (with May 1 added if Thursday returns to the mix).

For loads of great info on all things Jazz Fest, visit Swagland.

Below is the info sent out to previous Big Chief VIP Experience ticketholders.

Get ready, Big Chief
Jazz Fest tickets are going on sale early this year!

We are about to release some exciting news about the 2008 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival presented by Shell and wanted to give you the heads up! At 10:00 a.m. CST on Thursday, November 15, we are putting all tickets on sale, revealing a few big name stars slated to perform, announcing MAJOR Festival updates, and unveiling a brand new VIP experience.

Because the Big Chief VIP Experience sold out in 2006 and 2007, we wanted to let you know ahead of the general public that tickets are going on sale soon so that you can purchase your Big Chief passes before they’re gone!

Be part of the Jazz Fest community and learn first-hand about the latest news for 2008. Visit www.nojazzfest.com now to sign up for an email alert to get the news as it’s breaking.

We look forward to seeing you again as part of the Big Chief VIP Experience in 2008.

Big Chief VIP Experience Concierge

3 comments:

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Unknown said...

I haven't been to Jazz Fest since 1990 but am thinking about going this year. Is the Big Chief pass worth it?

Philip Booth said...

Hi, Dmintztx.
Thanks for stopping by, and for commenting.

I've never actually purchased a Big Chief pass, but I've heard great things about the benefits, and it does go to a good cause.

For good info on all things jazz fest, be sure to visit Swag's site - www.swagland.com. You can also pick up loads of information by checking out the chat board at the official fest site - www.nojazzfest.com