Lakecia Benjamin
- Date
- Friday, December 18, 2026
- Time
- 7:00 PM · doors 5:00 PM
- Venue
- New Orleans Jazz Market
- Genre
- Jazz
- Countdown
- In 34 days
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2 start times on Friday, Dec 18
About Lakecia Benjamin
Lakecia Benjamin is a jazz concert taking place at New Orleans Jazz Market in New Orleans, Louisiana on Friday, December 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM. Doors open at 5:00 PM. Ticket prices are shown on the ticket page.
It is one of 18 concerts in New Orleans that week. There are 10 other events on the New Orleans calendar the same day. New Orleans Jazz Market has 11 upcoming events listed here. Lakecia Benjamin has 4 upcoming dates, including more nights in New Orleans.
There are 2 start times on Friday, December 18, from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM — pick the one that suits you below.
From the organizer
"Ms. Benjamin's music is every bit as assertive and vital," claims THE WALL STREET JOURNAL. "The alto saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin plays jazz that is sprinkled with the rich flavors of funk and soul-she's a crafty traditionalist who remains in step with the rhythms of the young generation," says THE NEW YORKER. "Equally melodic and assertive, her sound feels rooted in tradition, yet broad enough to encompass R&B and Latin music; its pronounced funk suggests allegiances to hip-hop and dance," states THE NEW YORK TIMES.
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Know before you go
- Doors
- Doors open at 5:00 PM; the event starts at 7:00 PM.
- Please note
- Now recording with P-FUNK founder GEORGE CLINTON, 6x-GRAMMY® Nominated Alto Saxophonist LAKECIA BENJAMIN is known for her captivating live performances. 'Phoenix' earned her three GRAMMY® nominations and an NAACP Image Award nomination for "Outstanding Jazz Album". Named "Alto Saxophonist of the Year" by the Jazz Journalist Association and Jazz Scholar by the Library of Congress, Benjamin's prominence continues to rise. In 2024, she released 'Phoenix Reimagined (Live)' on Ropeadope, feat. collaborations with John Scofield, Randy Brecker, and Jeff "Tain" Watts, yielding two GRAMMY® nominations. Lakecia has been featured on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert and received exceptional reviews for her NPR's Tiny Desk performance. In 2025 she released the single "Noble Rise" nominated for "Best Jazz Performance" at the GRAMMY® Awards. 'We Dream', her debut album for Artwork Records released in 2026 to widespread acclaim.
- Ticket sales
- General sale opened Thu, Nov 5, 2026 at 11:05 AM CST and closes Fri, Dec 18, 2026 at 9:00 PM CST.
The venue: New Orleans Jazz Market
New Orleans Jazz Market1436 Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard, New Orleans, LA 70113
- Parking
- There is valet parking available & ample street parking surrounding the venue.
- Accessible seating
- All Main Stage seats are ADA accessible and removable. There is a wheelchair elevator that provides access to Balcony sections.
- Box office hours
- Night of show sales-New Orleans Jazz & Blues Market Box Office opens 1 hour prior to the doors.
- Payment accepted
- Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express, Cash, Travelers Checks
- Will call
- Will call opens 1 hour before doors.
- House rules
- New Orleans Jazz & Blues Market Box Office opens 1 hour before doors.
Seating chart
Coming up at New Orleans Jazz Market 11 events
- Avery*Sunshine 7:30 PM · New Orleans Jazz Market
- Sábado Gigante Hosted by Don Sevilla with VDJ Emotion & DJ Danny 11:00 PM · New Orleans Jazz Market
- Sally Baby's Silver Dollars 7:30 PM · New Orleans Jazz Market
- Karen Stachel, Norbert Stachel & LehCats with Bill Summers 7:30 PM · New Orleans Jazz Market
- Kelli Baker Band with Peter Levin 7:30 PM · New Orleans Jazz Market
- The Soul Rebels 7:00 PM · New Orleans Jazz Market
Questions about this event
When is Lakecia Benjamin?
Lakecia Benjamin takes place on Friday, December 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM, with doors opening at 5:00 PM (local New Orleans time).
Where is Lakecia Benjamin held?
At New Orleans Jazz Market, 1436 Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard, New Orleans, LA 70113. The venue has 11 upcoming events on our calendar.
How much are tickets for Lakecia Benjamin?
Prices were not published with this listing. Follow the ticket link for current availability and pricing.
Is there parking at New Orleans Jazz Market?
There is valet parking available & ample street parking surrounding the venue.
Is New Orleans Jazz Market wheelchair accessible?
All Main Stage seats are ADA accessible and removable. There is a wheelchair elevator that provides access to Balcony sections.
What else is happening in New Orleans on December 18?
Also on Friday, December 18: Comedy Teabag: A Dirty Comedy Show presented by Twisted Tea at The Den at Howlin' Wolf, New Orleans Pelicans vs. Sacramento Kings at Smoothie King Center and Allman Betts Family Revival: A DECADE OF REVIVAL at The Fillmore New Orleans, plus 7 more.
