PASSING THE TORCH
NOLA Funk Fest’s ‘Passing The Torch Stage’ is a Loyola University New Orleans sponsored stage that provides a platform for young local musicians to perform – highlighting the importance of music education.
2026 PASSING THE TORCH STAGE SCHEDULE
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16
2:00–3:00 PM
Miss Mexia / Laura Walls / Vienna Notarianni
4:00–5:00 PM
Delvin and the Shades / Joah Rie / Gavin Eckler Organ Trio
6:00–7:00 PM
The Washington Tattoo
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17
12:00–1:00 PM
Roadway / Slow Burn
2:00–3:00 PM
Nikaness / Don’t Hurt ’Em!
4:00–5:00 PM
Brayden Owens / Dizzy!
Sponsored by Peri & Associates
6:00–7:00 PM
The Quickening
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18
12:00–1:00 PM
Juliette Johnson / Amelie Ceglie / James Wyrtzen & The Barnburners
2:00–3:00 PM
Mac NL / Azure Skyz / Ja Fearce
4:00–5:00 PM
Left Hook / Surco
6:00–7:00 PM
Pocket Chocolate
