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Win Tickets to Wizard World

Thanks to everyone who participated in our Wizard World sweepstakes! Thousands of fans will come together in New Orleans this weekend, January 9-11 to celebrate pop culture at its best at Louisiana’s best Comic Con event, Wizard World at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. The fifth annual event brings features your favorite movies, toys, comics, video games, TV, horror, MMA, wrestling, collectibles, anime, and more!  Notable guests this year… Read More »

Things to Do December 1 – 7

December in New Orleans is something everyone should experience—the glow of Christmas lights filling the town, wreaths and red bows hanging from doors and street lights, and the fun Christmas themed events! Here are a few of our favorite things happening this week to start your holiday season off right: Bon Operatit Wednesday, December 3 Whether you want a romantic date night or a ladies wine Wednesday, Bon Operatit at… Read More »

Things to Do Thanksgiving week

It’s Thanksgiving week in New Orleans, and we have plenty to be thankful for—including a fun-filled week with plenty of activities! Monday Night Football: Saints vs Ravens: To kick off our week of Thanksgiving fun, the Saints take on the Ravens in a Monday Night Football showdown at the Superdome. With sunny skies and warm weather, it’s the perfect time stroll through the French Quarter, stopping by Jackson Square, before… Read More »

Things to Do November 7-9

  Hold on to your Saints hats, y’all because it’s officially November and New Orleans is bustling. In this edition of our weekend roundup, learn why you should be in the Big Easy this weekend, November 7-9. Treme Creole Gumbo Festival New Orleans is synonymous with food and festivals, so naturally this festival combines the two to showcase our signature dish. This free event features a smorgasbord of savory gumbo… Read More »

Krewe of Boo rolls through New Orleans

“Throw me something, Monser!” Yep, our favorite Halloween parade is back. Krewe of Boo, New Orleans official Halloween parade, rolls through the Big Easy Thursday, October 30 with world class floats, the best marching bands in the city, and more! This can’t miss event, which begins at 6:30 p.m., starts on Elysian Fields Avenue in Marigny and travels into the French Quarter on N. Peters Street. The parade takes a… Read More »

Experience Halloween in New Orleans

The Big Easy is synonymous with celebration. So whether you’re looking for family-friendly events or a fun night on the town, head to New Orleans for Halloween.  Boo at the Zoo : Enjoy a fun-filled Halloween event with your little ones at the Audubon Zoo! This annual extravaganza features a ghost train, haunted houses, trick-or-treat houses with candy and more for children 12 and under. The event is free with… Read More »

Curtains raise at Le Petit

The lights dim, and the curtain raises. It’s show time! We were lucky to be invited to the season grand opening at Le Petit, where we laughed so hard our cheeks hurt! The play—Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike—is about three middle-age siblings and a boyfriend (ok, more like boy toy!) Set in rural Pennsylvania, the play details our need as humans to be happy and the absurd lengths… Read More »

Things to do on Fourth of July in New Orleans

If you’re looking for a great city to watch fireworks in Friday, then look no farther than New Orleans. Year after year, thousands of locals and visitors gather here to celebration the Fourth of July, and it’s a whole lot of fun. Independence Day in The Big Easy is about more than just fireworks though; it’s a whole day of activities.  Here’s what we recommend doing Friday: Take advantage of… Read More »

Run with the bulls in New Orleans

They’re mean. They have horns. They chase people brave enough to run through the streets. Yes, we’re talking about bulls, but not the kind you’re thinking of. In New Orleans, these “bulls” are the Big Easy Rollergirls, and they’ll be trying their best to “gore” runners Saturday during San Fermin in Nueva Orleans. This twist on the Running of the Bulls in Pamplona began in the French Quarter back in… Read More »

Creole Tomato Fest 2014: Food, music, cooking and fun

Another weekend in New Orleans, another great event. This one just happens to be one of our favorite food festivals. The 28th Annual Creole Tomato Festival is happening tomorrow and Sunday (June 7 and 8) over at the French Market.  Creole Tomatoes are used in just about any iconic New Orleans dish. Shrimp Creole? Check. That fully dressed po-boy you love chowing down on? Check.  That’s why it’s no surprise… Read More »