The city of New Orleans is gearing up for one of its biggest musical nights as Lil Wayne’s iconic event — Lil’ WeezyAna Fest — officially returns on November 1, 2025. This year marks the 10th anniversary since the festival’s debut in 2015, and it will take place at the Smoothie King Center, the city’s premier entertainment venue. The milestone celebration highlights a decade of hip-hop culture, energy, and community rooted deeply in New Orleans.

According to the official announcement, Lil’ WeezyAna Fest 2025 promises a star-studded, high-energy night curated by Lil Wayne himself, the Young Money general. Ticket presales open on September 24, 2025, at 8:00 AM PT / 10:00 AM CT, with general sales beginning September 26. Tickets are available through official channels including Live Nation, Ticketmaster, and the Smoothie King Center box office. Prices start around $58, depending on seat location and package tier. In addition to general admission, the festival offers VIP Experience packages that include early entry, premium seating, and exclusive merchandise.

Speaking about the event, Lil Wayne said, “Lil’ WeezyAna Fest has always been a way for me to give back to the city that made me. We’re turning up for year 10.” For Wayne, this festival is more than just a concert — it’s a homecoming, a reunion between him, his fans, and the city that shaped his journey. Since its inception, Lil’ WeezyAna Fest has evolved into a cultural institution — a celebration of New Orleans’ sound, spirit, and identity, as well as the heartbeat of Southern hip-hop.

Over the past decade, the festival has grown into a cornerstone of American music culture, drawing tens of thousands of fans from across the country. Lil Wayne doesn’t just perform — he curates each lineup with precision, blending generations of artists to create a one-of-a-kind experience. Past performers include Megan Thee Stallion, NBA YoungBoy, Meek Mill, Saweetie, Jeezy, Big Freedia, Gucci Mane, and 2 Chainz, among many others. The festival has also hosted unforgettable surprise guests such as Drake, Nicki Minaj, and Birdman, uniting legends of the Young Money and Cash Money eras on one stage.

In 2024, Lil’ WeezyAna Fest made history with the Hot Boys reunion, bringing together Lil Wayne, Juvenile, B.G., and Turk for the first time in years. The moment sparked a wave of nostalgia and excitement across the hip-hop world, leading to the launch of a multi-city Hot Boys Reunion Tour. It was a defining moment not only for the festival but for hip-hop culture as a whole.

For 2025, the festival is set to continue that legacy. Although the full lineup has yet to be revealed, Live Nation Urban — the official production partner — has confirmed that the event will feature “a handpicked roster of artists carefully curated by Lil Wayne, blending hip-hop icons with rising stars shaping the genre’s future.” Lil’ WeezyAna Fest 2025 represents both reflection and renewal — a celebration of ten years of music, community, and cultural impact.

Live Nation Urban, the company behind the event, is a leading force in producing major Black music experiences across the U.S. In addition to Lil’ WeezyAna Fest, it organizes major cultural festivals like The Roots Picnic, ONE Musicfest, Broccoli City Exchange, and An Evening With Jagged Edge: 25 Years of J.E. Heartbreak. Beyond live events, Live Nation Urban has also launched the Creator Network, a collaboration with Breakr, designed to connect Black digital creators with major brand partnerships nationwide. Through these initiatives, the company aims to strengthen the link between music, creativity, and community while amplifying Black cultural influence worldwide.

Lil’ WeezyAna Fest 2025 will take place at Smoothie King Center, a world-class arena with a capacity of over 17,000. Doors will open at 6:00 PM, and due to enhanced security procedures, attendees are encouraged to arrive early. The venue enforces a Clear Bag Policy, allowing only transparent bags up to 14 x 14 x 6 inches and prohibiting outside food, beverages, selfie sticks, and drones. These policies, standard for all Live Nation events, ensure safety and comfort for everyone in attendance.

The ten-year journey of Lil’ WeezyAna Fest is a testament to Lil Wayne’s enduring influence and vision. From a young rapper in New Orleans to one of the most impactful figures in hip-hop history, Wayne has always stayed connected to his roots. This festival stands as proof of his gratitude to the city that raised him — and of music’s power to unite.

Each year, the festival serves as both a musical spectacle and a cultural tribute to New Orleans — a city where jazz, blues, soul, and hip-hop converge to form a sound unlike anywhere else in the world. For Lil Wayne, bringing the festival home each year is not just tradition, but a statement: that hip-hop’s heart still beats strongest where it began.

After ten years, Lil’ WeezyAna Fest has become more than an annual concert — it is part of hip-hop history. It’s where the past meets the future, where legends share the stage with rising stars, and where music transcends boundaries to become a universal language of passion, power, and freedom. Whether you’re a New Orleans local or a fan flying in from across the country, one thing remains true: when Lil Wayne throws a night in his city, it’s not just a concert — it’s history in the making.

Lil’ WeezyAna Fest 2025 — November 1, Smoothie King Center, New Orleans.
A decade of culture, community, and the unstoppable pulse of hip-hop.