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  • JAZZ FEST IS BACK!

    Fair Grounds is pleased to host the 55th annual Jazz & Heritage Festival in 2026. On fest days, April 23-26 and April 30-May 3, Fair Grounds will operate under an adjusted schedule for slot operations. Pedestrian entry will begin at 6:30 p.m., with vehicle access starting at 8:00 p.m. All gaming operations will continue to end at midnight, as usual.

    Jazz Fest

Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots, the nation’s second-oldest racetrack, has been in operation since 1872. Located in New Orleans, Fair Grounds operates a slot-machine gaming facility with sportsbook; a thoroughbred horse race track; and 13 off-track betting parlors that offer video poker games throughout southeast Louisiana.

Racing

Win, Place or Show. Regardless of your wager, there’s one bet that’s guaranteed to pay off…you are sure to have a blast experiencing live racing at Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots, one of the nation’s oldest and premiere race tracks.

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Horse Racing at Fair Grounds

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Want to Join The Fair Grounds Team?

If you are looking for a collaborative and entertainment driven working environment, then Fair Grounds may be the perfect fit for you. We have a variety of career opportunities within our Slots, Racing and OTB & Casino business units.

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