New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival Apr.29- May 8

Get your credit cards out as tickets go on sale today at 10:00 a.m. via good old Ticketmaster.
For those who want to experience a full 4 day package, cough up $1,025.00 plus $56.00 fees to go Big Chief.

The Big Chief VIP Experience is the most luxurious way to enjoy the Jazz & Heritage Festival. A limited number of tickets are sold (first come, first served). The Big Chief VIP Experience typically sells out —patrons are encouraged to purchase early to avoid being shut out. Each ticket includes the following:* Limited number of tickets sold (first come, first served). * Daily Admission to JAZZ FEST including entry and re-entry for each day you hold a Big Chief ticket (pedestrian only).* Access to VIP Viewing StandsBig Chief customers have access to raised and covered private viewing areas with beverage concessions and restrooms at two of the Festival’s main stages, Acura and Gentilly. Seating is first-come, first-served. At three other stages, Big Chief ticketholders will have semi-private access to a viewing area at the Congo Square Stage, the Jazz Tent and the Blues Tent.* Access to a Private VIP Hospitality LoungeRenew and revitalize with complimentary light refreshments and full-service restrooms.* Special Reserved On-site Parking at the Fair Grounds Race Course is available for purchase with a limited number of Big Chief packages..* A Jazz Fest Program Guide1st Weekend (April 29, 30, May 1) three full Festival days2011 Ticket Information will be announced soon.2nd Weekend (May 5, 6, 7, 8 ) four full Festival days 2011

Here is the full line up for the Festival.
http://www.billboard.com/news/new-orleans-jazz-fest-line-up-announced-1004139640.story#/news/new-orleans-jazz-fest-line-up-announced-1004139640.story

Here is the schedule for Thurs. May 5th ( Lucinda + Wilco ++++ ) for only $45.00 plus $8.50 fees.
http://lineup.nojazzfest.com/?sort=may5
And for Lafayette, Mr. Mellencamp and Mr. Lee will be appearing on other days.

lwj