Things You'll Need:
- Some common sense
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Step 1
Get a hotel or motel room in a safe area. The French Quarter is generally safe, but still this doesn’t mean you should walk around late at night by yourself.
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Step 2
Don’t wear valuables to the festival. This means don’t wear a lot of jewelry and don’t flash around a lot of cash. You’ll want to have cash to buy food, souvenirs, and other items, but be discreet. It is possible to use credit cards at the Jazz Fest.
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Step 3
Keep valuables out of the car if you’re parking at the Fairgrounds.
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Step 4
To avoid pickpockets, keep your money in your front pocket. Keep purses zipped and closed. Never leave a backpack or other bag unattended.
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Step 5
Stay in crowded locations. Always stay with crowds when walking to and from your car—both at your hotel/motel and at the festival itself.
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Step 6
If you’re traveling with a group, have a plan if you get separated—a common meeting place. You might want to get an extra cell phone so you can call each other.









