The Lil Weezyana Fest 2024 is set to bring hip-hop artist Lil Wayne to the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans. This year’s lineup includes a reunion of the Hot Boys with JUVENILE, BG, and TURK, along with Mannie Fresh and Rob 49.
New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell has announced that Lil Wayne, a New Orleans native whose influence on the music industry is as deep as the city's own cultural roots, will receive a Key to the City in recognition of his prolific career and philanthropic efforts. In addition to the key, New Orleans Entertainment Ambassador Master P will present Lil Wayne with a Career Achievement Award during Saturday's festivities, a gesture celebrating the artist's contributions to his hometown and the larger musical landscape.
Launched in 2015 to mark the 10th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, Weezyana Fest has served as a concert and fundraiser supporting New Orleans. The event has become an annual platform for local artists and community engagement.
Weezyana Fest has become a prominent event in New Orleans, featuring performances by local artists and highlighting the cultural contributions of the city. For detailed information on the lineup and ticket availability for the Lil Weezyana Fest, be sure to visit the City of New Orleans’ official press release.
