Jul 23, 2025
Keyshia Cole
- July 23, 2025 at 7:00 PM Add to cal
Keyshia Cole'sThe Way It Is 20th Anniversary Tour comes to New Orleans on July 23 with special guests TINK and Wale.
ABOUT KEYSHIA COLE
Keyshia Cole is a Grammy-nominated R&B singer, songwriter, and television personality known for her powerful vocals, emotional storytelling, and raw authenticity. Born and raised in Oakland, California, she rose to fame with her 2005 platinum-certified debut album, The Way It Is, which introduced her signature blend of vulnerability and strength. The album’s success led to her hit BET reality series, Keyshia Cole: The Way It Is, which further cemented her as a cultural icon.Her chart-topping follow-up albums—including Just Like You, A Different Me, and Woman to Woman—solidified her status as a defining voice in R&B, earning her four Grammy nominations and multiple industry accolades. Dubbed the “Princess of Hip-Hop Soul,” Cole’s career spans music, television, and talk show hosting, including her time as host of One on One with Keyshia Cole on Fox Soul. This year, Keyshia celebrates the 20th anniversary of The Way It Is with an international anniversary tour, giving fans around the world the chance to experience the music that shaped a generation. With over 15 million albums sold worldwide and an enduring connection to her fans, Keyshia Cole remains one of the most influential voices in modern R&B.
FOLLOW KEYSHIA COLE:
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Suites & Premium Experiences
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Step up your experience with single-night premium seating, featuring:
- Private Seating Areas
- Expedited Entry
- Space for groups of 4 or more
- Access to purchasable catering packages
To explore our suites & premium seating options for this event click here.
NOTE: Suites and premium seating sales end at 4 PM one business day before the event. For events on a Sunday or Monday, suite sales will end the Friday before at 4 PM.
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PRE-PURCHASE EVENT PARKING
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Clear Bag Policy
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All bags are prohibited other than clear vinyl bags no larger than 14" wide x 14" height x 6" deep, Gallon Size Ziploc Bags (Limit 1 of either) and Small Clutch Purses no larger than 4.5" x 6.5". Non-clear Diaper bags are prohibited.
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Cashless Operations
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Smoothie King Center is a cashless operation including all concessions, merchandise, and parking. Cash will not be accepted as a form of payment at any parking, retail, or concession location within the Smoothie King Center.
Guests may convert their cash to a Master Card at Section 108 near the Guest Services location.
Master Cards are sold at a minimum of $20 and maximum $500 and can be used at any POS location in the building including merchandise.
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Prohibited Items
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All bags are prohibited other than clear vinyl bags no larger than 14" wide x 14" height x 6" deep, Gallon Size Ziploc Bags (Limit 1 of either) and Small Clutch Purses no larger than 4.5" x 6.5". Non-clear Diaper bags are prohibited. A clear diaper bag (no larger than 14" wide x 14" height x 6" deep) is permitted. Each member of a family, including children, would be allowed to carry an approved clear bag and a clutch purse into the arena. Outside Food & Drink, Cans, Bottles, Weapons, Fireworks, Contraband, Video Cameras, Cameras with lens exceeding 6”, Recording Devices, Sticks/poles/Selfie Sticks, iPads, GoPros, Confetti, Glitter, Beach balls, Laser Pointers, Mace, Artificial Noisemakers, Drones, Whistles and Containers of any kind are prohibited on the Smoothie King Center property. Any other items determined unacceptable by management will also be prohibited.