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Krewe of Boo just makes Halloween better

If you missed Krewe of Boo’s parade Saturday night, then you really missed out on a lot. We caught the parade as it rounded Canal Street. Hundreds of people lined the streets, and this year’s throws were pretty great. Besides the standard candy (which the kids loved), we also caught some PJ’s coffee, plastic cups, beer koozies, and even some small, locally made art. My favorite catch was a beautifully… Read More »

What to wear in New Orleans: The Fall Edition

Everyone wants to know about the weather in New Orleans. It’s one of the most frequently asked questions that we receive at ExperienceNewOrleans.com via the online contact form or on the Facebook page. I don't blame you, I understand wanting to know what to wear when you visit the Big Easy and what you need to to pack. Before I get into the details, please note that here in the south… Read More »

Things to do this weekend (Oct 11-13, 2013)

Make sure you’re hungry and bring your dancing shoes to New Orleans. Oh and did I mention there's a film festival going on all over the city? This weekend, October 11 to 13 is packed full of fun events all over the New Orleans region.  I hope you're ready! Here’s the top picks for what to do this weekend: Oktoberfest Everyone is German this month. This weekend is the first… Read More »

Lee Tucker, the ‘grandfather’ of Jackson Square artists

When Lee Tucker was a kid, he had an unlimited supply of paper. His dad worked for a company that periodically re-designed all of its business forms. When the new ones came in, the old ones, which were blank on the back, went out. So Tucker did what any other kid may do – he drew on them. Those are the humble beginnings of a man who is now known… Read More »

Prize Pack Giveaway Winner (And a new contest)

And the winner is… Cheri G. of Tupelo, Mississippi. Congrats Cheri! She won a three day, two night stay in New Orleans! The  prize pack includes two nights at the historic Maison Dupuy, located in the beautiful French Quarter. While she’s here she’ll get to enjoy a Padde & Wheel Tour for two, which includes a two hour tour of the city with Gray Line Tours and a cruise along… Read More »

October 2013 things to do

September flew by and with it, the hot weather. Finally, the cooler weather is starting to settle in and that means the festivals are back in a big way. Weather you love music or food, New Orleans has a festival that I’m sure you’ll love. Of course, October also means Halloween, and New Orleans knows a thing or two about making this spooky holiday an unforgettable time of year. Festivals… Read More »

Steamboat Stomp: The Jazz Festival that Floats

Good news for jazz enthusiasts – New Orleans is about to be home to yet another jazz festival. Except this one floats. Many great jazz musicians, including Louis Armstrong and Fate Marable, got their start playing on riverboats traveling from New Orleans to cities like St. Louis and Memphis. To celebrate that history and the cultural significance of jazz on the Mississippi River, the New Orleans Steamboat Company announced its… Read More »

Ditch the men. This NOLA trip is for girls only

No kids. No men. No parents. No stress. That’s what a girlfriends getaway is all about. New Orleans is one of the best places for girls just to be girls, but we frequently get asked for recommendations on what to do in the city on a girlfriend getaway. Our answers vary depending on what kind of activities the group is looking for, but there are some universal activities that should… Read More »

Dr John & Bobby Rush fight evil with Crimestoppers

Dr. John and Bobby Rush fans have something to be excited about this week.  The two local musicians have teamed up to write a new song titled “Another Murder in New Orleans,” which will be released at the Crimestoppers Patron Party Wednesday. “Another Murder in New Orleans,” which also features local artist Blinddog Smokin’ and Shelea, is already up on the Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans website, and is available… Read More »

The Family Friendly Side of New Orleans

Too often people think that New Orleans is strictly a city for the adults. The truth is that it can be a very family friendly with the makings of a vacation getaway that kids from age 2 to 102 will love. With its many lush green parks, historic sights popular attractions, New Orleans can be a fun and educational vacation spot for the while family. Audubon Zoo A New Orleans… Read More »