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About New Orleans Fair Grounds

The New Orleans Fair Grounds, officially the Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots, is a historic venue in New Orleans known for hosting major events like the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival (Jazz Fest) and the Louisiana Derby (G2). Located at 1751 Gentilly Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70119, this thoroughbred race track offers a racino experience with slot machines and on-site event spaces. With a total capacity around 10,000 (staff and event-specific seating vary), the grounds provide multiple seating options, including bleacher-style areas and reserved seats. Here, you’ll find practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby hotels and dining to help you plan a smooth visit.

For personalized seating options, you can explore SeatGeek’s interactive seating chart for events at the New Orleans Fair Grounds. We’ve got you covered with affiliate-friendly recommendations for nearby hotels like Motel 6 New Orleans, Sheraton New Orleans Hotel, and Le Pavillon Hotel, plus dining suggestions to make your trip convenient and enjoyable. Whether you’re attending Jazz Fest or a major race day, we’re here to help you secure your seats with ease.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 1751 Gentilly Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70119.
  • Venue type: Thoroughbred race track with a 600+ unit slot facility and sportsbook (racino) plus on-site event spaces.
  • Capacity: approximately 10,000 (seating/bleacher capacity vary by event).
  • Seating chart: SeatGeek offers an interactive seating chart for events at this venue.
  • Parking: on-site parking with large capacity; general admission parking is free in the main lot, but parking can be very limited for large events (e.g., Jazz Fest); Jazz Fest shuttles are commonly used.
  • Transit: Jazz Fest Express shuttles drop inside the gates; RTA bus/streetcar options exist to reach the grounds.
  • Nearby hotels: Motel 6 New Orleans (4200 Old Gentilly Rd), Sheraton New Orleans Hotel (500 Canal St), Le Pavillon Hotel (833 Poydras St).
  • Notable events hosted: New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival (Jazz Fest) and the Louisiana Derby (G2), among others.
  • Renamed/note on status: currently named Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots; commonly referred to as New Orleans Fair Grounds.