NADA Fest Welcome Reception

Let the good times roll at NADA's fun and festive welcome reception. Part jazz fest, part bayou bash — with all the flair of NOLA — rolled into one unforgettable event! You won't want to miss out!

Network with fellow dealers, OEMs, exhibitors and industry affiliates, as you:

• Enjoy a taste of New Orleans, from po'boys and jambalaya to bourbon and beignets!
• Experience jazz where jazz was born. Revel in the music of Grammy Award winner Trombone Shorty!
• Be entertained by alligator handlers, tarot card readers and so much more!

WHAT TO WEAR: "NOLA FLAIR!"
Think festive and colorful, reflective of New Orleans' rich culture. Whether you go for a classic look or something more extravagant — add a twist with jazz-inspired accessories, bold prints or elegant nods to Mardi Gras!

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Featuring Trombone Shorty

Trombone Shorty made his first appearance at Jazz Fest at age 4, performing with Bo Diddley; at six, he led his own brass band; and as a teenager, toured with Lenny Kravitz.  Since 2010, he’s released four chart-topping studio albums; and has worked with the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Pharrell, Bruno Mars, the Foo Fighters, Zac Brown and Ringo Starr, just to name a few.  In 2022, he won his first Grammy Award.

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