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Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue with Mavis StaplesNewark · Fri, Oct 23, 2026

8:00 PM local time

About this event

Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue with Mavis Staples takes place at New Jersey Performing Arts Center, Newark, NJ on Friday, October 23, 2026, starting at 8:00 PM local time.

It is listed as Jazz (Concerts).

The line-up includes Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue and Mavis Staples.

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New Jersey Performing Arts Center holds around 2,000 people.

New Jersey Performing Arts Center has 112 upcoming events on our calendar.

Legendary soul singer Mavis Staples and virtuoso funk musician Trombone Shorty have frequently collaborated, bringing their distinct New Orleans rooted styles together for live performances and tours. They have shared stages at major events like the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and toured together in 2023, often performing classics like The Weight among others.

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Stay & get there

Nearest station
NJPAC/Center Street · Light rail · 210 m · 3 min walk

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Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue at New Jersey Performing Arts Center: show day guide

Show starts
8:00 PM
Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue on stage(est.)
8:45 PM
Set length(est.)
1 hr
Expected finish(est.)
9:45 PM
Getting there
NJPAC/Center Street, 210 m (3 min walk)
Parking
Parking is available in two secure surface lots and the Military Park garage, all located across the street from or adjacent to NJPAC.

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.

Know before you go

Ticket limit
There is an overall 8 ticket limit for this event.
Accessibility
ADA and ADA Companion seating is available throughout the venue. Please use the dropdown above to select the desired seat types.

What to expect: recent setlist

From Carolina Theatre, Durham on October 13, 2026

  1. 1Hold Up, Wait a Minute (ZHU)
  2. 2Backatown
  3. 3Lifted (Trombone Shorty)
  4. 4It Ain't No Use (The Meters)
  5. 5Where It At?
  6. 6Lie to Me (Trombone Shorty)
  7. 7Fire and Brimstone
  8. 8Something Beautiful
  9. 9Might Not Make It Home (Trombone Shorty)
  10. 10Here Come the Girls (Ernie K‐Doe)
  11. 11Hurricane Season (Trombone Shorty)

Most played songs on this tour

  • Lifted×10
  • It Ain't No Use×10
  • Fire and Brimstone×10
  • Might Not Make It Home×10
  • Hurricane Season×10
  • Where It At?×9
  • Lie to Me×9
  • Here Come the Girls×9
  • Something Beautiful×8
  • Backatown×6

Setlist data: setlist.fm · Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue

Line-up

Venue: New Jersey Performing Arts Center

1 Center Street, Newark, NJ, 07102
Capacity
2,000
Parking
Parking is available in two secure surface lots and the Military Park garage, all located across the street from or adjacent to NJPAC. The cost varies by performance, from $15 to $28 day of the performance. Discounted parking -- $1 off day of the performance rate -- may be purchased up to the day before the performance when ordering tickets or by visiting the parking page at njpac.org/parking
Accessible seating
1-973-297-5843 Monday through Friday, 12pm to 6pm. Please leave a voice message should no one answer immediately. NJPAC is accessible to persons with disabilities. Persons with disabilities are advised to contact NJPAC Ticket Services at the number above before making their ticket purchase online at njpac.org. Ticket Services staff are prepared with assisting them with seating. Persons with hearing disabilities should call NJ Telephone Relay Services at 711 for assistance with connecting with our ticket services staff. - Registered service animals assisting persons with disabilities are permitted in the theater. - Sennheiser listening (FM and infra-red) devices are available in the lobby of the theater. An usher can assist patrons who require these devices. Patrons will be asked to leave a driver's license or credit card as collateral.
Venue rules
Cameras and audio recording devices are not permitted in the theater. The taking of video and pictures, especially flash photos, is disruptive and inconsiderate to both the artist and other members of the audience. Just as importantly, the visual and audio performances of the artist are protected under both US and international copyright laws. NJPAC has the right to confiscate all recording devices. All bags are subject to search. Backpacks, suitcases, bags and purses larger than 12 x 12 x 8 may not be taken into the theaters. Patrons carrying larger bags will be asked to bring them to the coat check at no charge and will be given a plastic bag for carrying select items, such as wallets and cell phones, into the theater. An exception will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection. NJPAC reserves the right to inspect and search persons entering NJPAC property and hand-carried items. Violators of this policy may be subject to ejection from NJPAC property and/or civil or criminal penalties.
Children
NJPAC recommends that children younger than 5 years of age not attend adult performances. Both NJPAC and the NJ Symphony have programs specifically designed for young children. Please call each organization for information. All persons entering the theater, including babes in arms, must have a ticket. Any child under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
Box office
Box Office is open 12pm to 6pm Tuesday through Friday, 12pm to 4pm Saturday, and closed Sunday and Monday. Box Office remains open after posted closing times on performance evenings until the end of the first intermission or thirty minutes after the start of performances when there are no intermissions. Box Office opens three hours before curtain time on Monday & Sunday when performances are scheduled on those days of the week, and closes at end of first intermission or thirty minutes after the start of performances when there are no intermissions.
Seating chart
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Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue with Mavis Staples: FAQs

When is Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue with Mavis Staples?

Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue with Mavis Staples is scheduled for Friday, October 23, 2026 at 8:00 PM local time.

Where is Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue with Mavis Staples taking place?

At New Jersey Performing Arts Center, 1 Center Street, Newark, NJ 07102.

How much are tickets for Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue with Mavis Staples?

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

Is there parking at New Jersey Performing Arts Center?

Parking is available in two secure surface lots and the Military Park garage, all located across the street from or adjacent to NJPAC. The cost varies by performance, from $15 to $28 day of the performance. Discounted parking -- $1 off day of the performance rate -- may be purchased up to the day before the performance when ordering tickets or by visiting the parking page at njpac.org/parking

What songs will Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue play?

At their most recent show (October 13, 2026, Durham) Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue played 11 songs, including Hold Up, Wait a Minute, Backatown, Lifted, It Ain't No Use, and Where It At?.

Does Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue have other upcoming dates?

Yes — Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue has 16 upcoming dates, including Portsmouth (Oct 22), Port Chester (Oct 24), and Scottsdale (Jan 22).

Who is supporting Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue at New Jersey Performing Arts Center?

The line-up also includes Mavis Staples.

What time does Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue go on stage?

Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue is expected on stage around 8:45 PM, after Mavis Staples. The show itself starts at 8:00 PM local time.

How long is Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue's set?

Recent shows ran to 11 songs, about 1 hr on stage, so expect to finish around 9:45 PM.

Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue with Mavis Staples

Fri, Oct 23, 2026

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