Today, enjoy funk, indie, R&B, and more at Algiers Point! Mardi Gras Indian music is at the Howlin’ Wolf, and Walter “Wolfman” Washington is playing his weekly gig. On this day in 2011, Lil Wayne was featured on an episode of MTV Unplugged, making him the fourth rapper to ever appear on the show. Now, more hump day happenings. 

You might need to bring your plastic ponchos and rain boots, but French Quarter Fest is still on! Later, see some local film, Colin Lake at dba, and the Iguanas at City Park. On this day in 1999, Juvenile was the musical guest on ‘Late Night with Conan O’Brien.’ Now, more to do this rainy Sunday.

Tonight, Hurray for the Riff Raff plays d.b.a., Susan Cowsill is performing at City Park's Botanical Gardens, and Delfeayo Marsalis is at the Ogden. Happy Birthday to bluesman Robert Cage, born April 4, 1937. Now, more to do this Thursday.

Monday is back, but there’s still plenty of live music, fashion, and fun to be had all over the city. On this day in 1864, Michael Hahn became the Federal Governor of Louisiana. Now, more ways to kick off your workweek. 

This morning, bring the whole family to the Ogden for a lesson on our city’s cultural roots. Later on, head to Ashe for “Redd Linen Night,” see live theatre in Mid City, and more. On this day in 1983, local artists Clarence “Gatemouth” Brown, Queen Ida, and Toto all won Grammy awards. Now, it’s time to plan your Saturday.

Tonight, see a play about Malcolm X, enjoy some contemporary Cajun music, or enjoy some indie rock on Oak Street. Happy Birthday to the late Ernie K-Doe, a local R&B legend who would have made 77 today. Now, more to do this Friday night.

Tonight, make groceries in Mid City, then head to Chickie Wah Wah and see Trampled Under Foot on their NOLA tour stop. On this day in 1949, Satchmo made it on to the cover of Time Magazine. Now, more to do this Thursday. 

It’s the first Sunday of Lent, which means you can blow off your resolutions for just one day. From the afternoon well into Monday morning, enjoy live music from Frenchmen to Oak. On this day in 1805, New Orleans was incorporated as a city. Now, more to do this Sunday. 

Whether you’re going out with your better half or hanging out with friends, there’s plenty to do for Valentine’s Day in the Crescent City. See live music at venues from Oak Street to St. Claude, plus art after hours. On this day in 1957, the Southern Christian Leadership Conference was founded in New Orleans. Now, more V-Day events. 

Things have quieted down in the Crescent City, so enjoy the moment of calm before Carnival kicks into high gear. From St. Claude to Oak Street, see live music with banjos, ukuleles, and Hammond B3 Organs. On this day in 1824, Louisiana abolished the poll tax with the ratification of the 24th amendment. Now, more to do this Monday.