906 Mavis Staples [Photo by Leon Morris]
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Fair Grounds Race Course
Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots, the nation’s third-oldest racetrack, has been in operation since 1872. Located in New Orleans, Fair Grounds operates a slot-machine gaming facility with sportsbook; a thoroughbred horse race track; and 15 off-track betting parlors that offer video poker and HHR games throughout southeast Louisiana. The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival has taken place at the Fair Grounds Race Course since 1972.
Upcoming Shows
WWOZ will again be at the Fairgrounds everyday of the 2019 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, bringing you the sounds of the fest from various stages! Here's our anticipated broadcast schedule for Thursday, May 2 (subject to change):
11:20a-12:20p Crescent By Choice from the WWOZ Jazz Tent
12:45-1:50p Kyle Roussel from the WWOZ Jazz Tent
2:40-3:50p Glen David Andrews from the Blues Tent
4:15-5:25p Eric Lindell from the Blues Tent
5:50-6:55p Mavis Staples from the Blues Tent
