As a Journey of Jazz Guest, you may enter Passcode NOLA27 to gain Special Access.
Please apply Promo Code KERMIT when reserving your ticket(s).
Transportation will be provided for Journey of Jazz Guests.
A visit to the Crescent City wouldn’t be complete without experiencing its legendary jazz scene. In collaboration with New Orleans’ premier venue, the New Orleans Jazz and Blues Market, guests sailing on Journey of Jazz ’27 will enjoy performances in this intimate 370-seat space, featuring a full-service bar, jazz library, and digital archive.
On January 26, New Orleans legend Kermit Ruffins, who played himself in the HBO series Tremé, will take the stage. Ruffins is a trumpeter and vocalist continuing the legacy of NOLA’s favorite son, Louis Armstrong. His band, the Barbecue Swingers, has been delighting audiences for over twenty-five years. With high-energy performances and his infectious personality, he captures the sound and, more importantly, the spirit of the city.
Run of Show
11:30 AM — Lobby Opens
Guests may explore facility
Coaches schedule to begin arriving at The Jazz and Blues Market
12:15 PM – 12:30 PM – The Jazz and Blues Market will host a 15-minute pre-concert talk that provides information on The Jazz and Blues Market, the history of the organization, and venue information.
Pre‑Show
- Optional private open bar for SCE guests
- Hospitality desk for Signature Cruise Experiences
- Promotion of both organizations
1:00 PM — Introductions
- SCE MC welcome
- The Jazz and Blues Market welcome
1:15 PM — Performance
2:45 PM — Conclusion
- Crowd departs approximately 3:00 PM