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Billy StringsNew Orleans · Sat, Dec 5, 2026

7:30 PM local time
Smoothie King CenterNew Orleans, LA
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About this event

Billy Strings takes place at Smoothie King Center, New Orleans, LA on Saturday, December 5, 2026, starting at 7:30 PM local time.

It is listed as Country / Bluegrass (Concerts).

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Smoothie King Center holds around 16,867 people.

Smoothie King Center has 44 upcoming events on our calendar.

Please note, there is NO OPENER for this show. Please plan to arrive with plenty of time for processing and entry. All tickets are MOBILE DELIVERY ONLY. Delayed delivery, no tickets will be delivered prior to 2 days before the event. No refunds or exchanges. All sales are fi nal. There is a strict 4 ticket limit per show. Additional orders exceeding the ticket limit may be canceled without notice. This includes orders associated with the same name, e-mail address, billing address, credit card number, and/or other information. No Refunds! No Exchanges! No Alternate PickUps! All Ages need a ticket! Clear Bag Policy rules are in effect.

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Nearest station
New Orleans · Train station · 330 m · 5 min walk
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Billy Strings at Smoothie King Center: show day guide

Show starts
7:30 PM
Billy Strings on stage(est.)
7:30 PM
Set length(est.)
1 hr, 45 min
Expected finish(est.)
9:15 PM
Getting there
New Orleans, 330 m (5 min walk)
Parking
Parking is available in the Superdome and nearby parking garages.

Estimated from the headliner's recent setlists and a typical running order. Venues publish exact stage times on the day, so check before you travel.

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Ticket limit
There is a strict overall 4 ticket limit per person, address, credit card, IP, household etc. Violation of any ticket limits or attempts to counter the limit measures could result in cancellation of all orders at the discretion of the venue/promoter.

What to expect: recent setlist

From Angel of the Winds Arena, Everett on October 10, 2026 · Tour: Fall Tour 2026

  1. 1I Like Train Songs
  2. 2Seven Weeks in County
  3. 3Live to Tell
  4. 4Seney Stretch
  5. 5Remember to Cry
  6. 6Thunder (Robert Hunter)
  7. 7Dawg's Rag (The David Grisman Quintet)
  8. 8Shady Grove ([traditional])
  9. 9Slinky (David Grisman)
  10. 10All About You ([traditional])
  11. 11Billy of the Strings
  12. 12Pigeon Roost
  13. 13Taking Water
  14. 14The Lonesome River (The Stanley Brothers & The Clinch Mountain Boys)
  15. 15In the Clear
  16. 16The Cuckoo ([traditional])
  17. 17Long Forgotten Dream
  18. 18Just A Rambler
  19. 19Mill Town Flood
  20. 20Malfunction Junction
  21. 21Bringin' in the Georgia Mail (Charlie Monroe)
  22. 2210,000 Miles From A Friend
  23. 23Turmoil & Tinfoil
  24. 24Tennessee (Jimmy Martin)

Most played songs on this tour

  • Mill Town Flood×7
  • Long Forgotten Dream×6
  • Malfunction Junction×6
  • 10,000 Miles From A Friend×6
  • Turmoil & Tinfoil×6
  • Dust in a Baggie×6
  • Highway Hypnosis×6
  • Gild the Lily×6
  • The Fire on My Tongue×6
  • Red Daisy×6

Setlist data: setlist.fm · Billy Strings

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About Billy Strings

William Lee Apostol, known by the stage name Billy Strings, is an American guitarist, singer, songwriter, and bluegrass musician. Three of his albums, Home, Live Vol. 1, Highway Prayers, have won the Grammy Award for Best Bluegrass Album in 2021, 2025, and 2026 respectively.

Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Venue: Smoothie King Center

1501 Dave Dixon Drive, New Orleans, LA, 70113
🧭 DirectionsVenue guide
Capacity
16,867
Parking
Parking is available in the Superdome and nearby parking garages. Charges vary. Superdome Parking Info: (504) 587-3805
Accessible seating
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Venue rules
Items not allowed: NO Video cameras or Audio recorders; NO Weapons; NO Outside food, cans, or bottles; NO iPads Smoking Policy: Smoking is ONLY allowed on the North and East smoking balcony NO SMOKING is allowed in the seating areas !! Lost/Stolen Tickets: There is NO replacement for LOST tickets. Stolen ticket replacement requests MUST be accompanied by a police report
Children
There is no age limit for events at the Arena. Children UNDER 2 years old are admitted free without occupying a seat. This may vary on some events.
Box office
For NON-Pelicans or NON-Saints events, the Caesars Superdome Box Office at Gate A on the Ground level is open every Friday from 9am - 4:30pm for any events at the Superdome, Smoothie King Center or Champions Square. On the day of an event (NON Saints or Pelicans), the box office at the venue having the event will open by noon and remain open through the main act going on stage.
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Billy Strings: FAQs

When is Billy Strings?

Billy Strings is scheduled for Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 7:30 PM local time.

Where is Billy Strings taking place?

At Smoothie King Center, 1501 Dave Dixon Drive, New Orleans, LA 70113.

How much are tickets for Billy Strings?

The ticket seller has not published a price range. Open the official listing to see current prices and available seats.

Is there parking at Smoothie King Center?

Parking is available in the Superdome and nearby parking garages. Charges vary. Superdome Parking Info: (504) 587-3805

What songs will Billy Strings play?

At their most recent show (October 10, 2026, Everett) Billy Strings played 24 songs, including I Like Train Songs, Seven Weeks in County, Live to Tell, Seney Stretch, and Remember to Cry.

Does Billy Strings have other upcoming dates?

Yes — Billy Strings has 31 upcoming dates, including Chattanooga (Oct 20), Chattanooga (Oct 21), and Huntsville (Oct 23).

What time does Billy Strings go on stage?

Billy Strings is expected on stage around 7:30 PM. The show itself starts at 7:30 PM local time.

How long is Billy Strings's set?

Recent shows ran to 24 songs, about 1 hr, 45 min on stage, so expect to finish around 9:15 PM.

Billy Strings

Sat, Dec 5, 2026

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