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The NOCCA Foundation Celebrates 20th Anniversary with a Star-Studded Lineup

Home for the Holidays: 20th Anniversary Concert Announced. Saturday, December 21, 2024, from 6:30 PM to Midnight. Located at The House of Blues New Orleans, 225 Decatur Street. 


The NOCCA Foundation, in partnership with The Times-Picayune | New Orleans Advocate and the family of Daniel Price, is excited to announce the 20th annual “Home for the Holidays” celebration, taking place on Saturday, December 21, 2024, at the House of Blues New Orleans (225 Decatur Street). This year’s highly anticipated event will feature performances from some of the city’s most renowned musical talents, including Irma Thomas, Rebirth Brass Band, Kermit Ruffins, John Boutte, DJ Raj Smoove, Flagboy Giz, and Emcee Gralen Banks. Tickets, starting at $79.50 (including taxes and fees), are available now at NOCCAFoundation.org/holiday.

Proceeds support the Daniel Price Memorial Fund, offering scholarships and resources to NOCCA students in honor of alum Daniel Price, who passed away at 28. To date, over $500,000 has been raised for young artists through this event.

“Twenty years ago, the Price family turned an unimaginable loss into a celebration of Daniel’s life, one that continues to make a difference for NOCCA’s young artists,” said Adonis Rose, Executive Director of the NOCCA Foundation. “This event is a powerful way to remember Daniel while supporting our mission to foster artistic excellence and innovation.”

Event Schedule:

Patron Party: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Enjoy live performances by Irma Thomas and John Boutte, along with dinner, an open bar, and a silent auction. Silver Patron tickets are $170, and Gold Patron tickets are $290 (taxes and fees included).

Home for the Holidays Concert: 8:00 PM – Midnight
The main concert kicks off at 8:00 PM with Kermit Ruffins, Rebirth Brass Band, and more. General admission is $79.50.

Get tickets at NOCCAFoundation.org/holiday.

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