The now-standard two-weekend format is firmly baked into the festival’s identity and is reflected on the event’s information pages. The festival’s FAQ walks fans through the Fair Grounds weekend structure, basic ticketing details and how performers can throw their hat in the ring, according to the official Jazz Fest site.

🎶 Weekend recap from Jazz Fest: Saturday was a rare sellout after two days of closing early due to storms.

Friday’s headliner is none other than Louisiana native and Country superstar Lainey Wilson.