Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Step1
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.
Step2
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.
Step3
Keep valuables out of the car if you’re parking at the Fairgrounds.
Step4
To avoid pickpockets, keep your money in your front pocket. Keep purses zipped and closed. Never leave a backpack or other bag unattended.
Step5
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.
Step6
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.