published: 11 Feb 2026, 2 min read
when: 18 Feb 2026 | venue: The Soraya | cost: $46–$94 | address: 18111 Nordhoff St., Northridge 91330Mardi Gras returns to The Soraya with one of the most authentic of New Orleans ensembles. Steeped in the history and musical traditions of the French Quarter for more than 60 years, Preservation Hall Jazz Band taps into a musical continuum that stretches back to the city’s roots. As their name implies, the group is living history.
This event is part of The Soraya's fifth annual Jazz at Naz festival — considered one of the best on the west coast by Downbeat Magazine. Jazz at Naz runs Jan. 31 through Feb. 21. To learn more visit TheSoraya.org/jazz.
Jazz at Naz festival Great Hall Events (1,700 seats):
Sacredness
PJO and Veronica Swift
Preservation Hall Jazz
Alonzo King LINES Ballet
Jazz at Naz festival Jazz Club Events (236 seats):
Arturo O’Farill
Cecile Mclorin Salvant
Anat Cohen
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