New Orleans Jazz Fest 2009 Many Local's and Music Lovers from around the world consider Jazz Fest the premier event in New Orleans; even over Mardi Gras. The crowds are not as bad, but it is still a carnival like atmosphere. Jazz Fest is one of the largest music festivals in the US, and features about 10 stages, excellent arts and crafts, and culinary offerings that are as much of an attraction as the music. 2009 Top rock names including Joe Cocker, Wilcom, James Taylor, Dave Mattews Band, Sugarland, Bon Jovi, and Neil Young. Local favorites like Dash Rip Rock, Cowboy Mouth, and Trombone Shorty and countless other acts give the festival its local floavor. Jazz Fest spans two weekends and Hotel Rooms can be tough to get. Depending on who's playing, it moves smoothly from a jammy vibe, to a jazzy groove, to a high-energy rock and roll atmosphere, to a funky good time, all in the matter of a little stroll from one stage to the next. more.... The History of Mardi Gras No one really knows exactly how Mardi Gras was started. Many other cities have similar celebrations and it is referred to as Carnival in Rio and other spots in the Caribbean and South America. Some people trace it to the Romans, whose pagan orgies were held during the spring season. New Orleanians have since formed numerous secret societies that have served many charitable and social functions. They often help unite the city with their parade's political themes.

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