Upcoming Events

National WWII Museum Expansion Grand Opening

Make plans now to attend the Grand Opening of the $60 million expansion of The National World War II Museum in New Orleans, November 7-8, 2009. The celebration is themed "Experience the Victory" as the newest venues will open: The Solomon Victory Theater, The Stage Door Canteen and The American Sector, a Chef John Besh restaurant. The Experience the Victory weekend, presented by Satterfield & Pontikes Construction, will feature a… Read More »

You need to be at Satchmo SummerFest

The Ninth Annual Satchmo SummerFest...July 30 - August 2, 2009 Come Celebrate the life of Louis Armstrong with a fun-filled weekend of activities and music including: Traditional Jazz, Contemporary Jazz, and a Brass Band; plus Children's programming as well as all of our speaker seminars with nationally renowned speakers. 2009 Satchmo SummerFest Music Schedule Saturday August 1, 2009 'Red Beans and Ricely Yours' Stage Noon - 1:00 PM Louisiana Music… Read More »

Go 4th on the River: Independence, NOLA Style

Plan to spend July 4th along the downtown New Orleans Riverfront and enjoy the Go 4th on the River celebration...ranked 5th "must see" fireworks display in the U.S., by American Pyrotechnic Association. The 19th Annual Go 4TH on the River will feature Entertainment and the Dueling Barges Fireworks Extravaganza. Bring your radios to the river for this passionate salute to America's independence, which will feature the one-of-a-kind dueling barges fireworks… Read More »

Festivals, Festivals and More Festivals!

Not that anyone really needs a reason to want to come to New Orleans...but there are some people that may need to know why they need to come to New Orleans NOW! We have festivals galore coming up in the next few weeks, including:New Orleans Wine and Food Experience - May 19-23Vieux To Do -- Louisiana Seafood Festival -- June 12-14Essence Music Festival -- July 3-5Go 4th on the River… Read More »

French Quarter Fest “best of the year”

Ask any local person what is their favorite festival...10 to 1 the response will be the French Quarter Festival. This great event takes place in the French Quarter April 17-19. Enjoy 250 hours of free entertainment featuring more than 150 musical performances on fiftheen stages throughout the French Quarter over this three day weekend.This popular annual event, which began as a celebration of street and sidewalk repairs in the French… Read More »

Missed Mardi Gras? The party continues.

Missed this year's Mardi Gras celebrations? That's o.k. because New Orleans celebrates St. Patrick and St. Joseph Days like they are a continuation of the carnival festivities! St. Patrick's Day is celebrated in New Orleans and its suburb in the form of another parade! It's the perfect season for another celebration ... after all, ....it's New Orleans, and we love to parade! Our annual St. Patrick's Day Parades are considered… Read More »

Throw Me Something Mister

"When you go to New Orleans...you ought to go to the Mardi Gras!" Tuesday February 24, 2009 is just a regular Tuesday for most of the rest of the World. But in New Orleans...that is Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras Day...the last day of the Carnival Season. Visit www.MardiGrasNewOrleans.com to learn more about the major participants of Mardi Gras in New Orleans, get updated parade information and parade routes, the truth… Read More »

New Year’s Resolution: Go to Mardi Gras!

Attending Mardi Gras in New Orleans in 2009 should definitely be on your Top 10 list of New Year's resolutions! This year, Mardi Gras Day falls on Tuesday, February 24! Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday, is the final day of the Mardi Gras season as it always falls the day before Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent. Nightly parades begin two weekends prior to the big day but most visitors… Read More »

Christmas New Orleans Style!

There is nothing like enjoying the holidays in New Orleans! Christmas New Orleans Style celebrates the spirit of our city...aglow with twinkling lights, festive iron-laced balconies, and garland decked streetcars. Converse with Historical Characters as they stroll the streets of the Vieux Carre and share their love of New Orleans; learn the secrets of our award winning cuisine at Cooking Demos; visit our historic homes and museums decorated in festive… Read More »

Thanksgiving in New Orleans

Thanksgiving is such a special time in New Orleans! Not only do we count our blessings for the great strides we have made over the past three years, but we are thankful that we are in the city we love, the city we call home! If you are seeking a local eatery open on Thanksgiving Day and want to take advantage of the "feast" they are preparing, check out this… Read More »