Stars had to align for Rolling Stones to play Jazz Fest in October The Stones were set to play at Jazz Fest in May 2019, but were forced to cancel because Mick Jagger needed heart surgery. Author: Erika Ferrando (WWL) Updated: 5:30 PM CDT July 22, 2021 NEW ORLEANS — For the first time ever, The Rolling Stones will perform at Jazz Fest on a new date that's just been added to the Jazz Fest calendar. The legendary rock and roll band broke hearts when they had to cancel Jazz Fest two years ago, but now fans will have another chance to see them in October.