November is one of our all-time favorite times to be in New Orleans. The weather is cool, the humidity is low, and there’s nothing better than lounging in courtyards or on balconies sipping cocktails or getting in some holiday shopping in the French Quarter, the Arts/Warehouse District and Magazine Street. Below are some of our favorite things to do in New Orleans in November. Check out our events calendar for more November fun.
Bayou Bacchanal
On October 31st and November 1st, head to Armstrong Park for the original Caribbean Carnival of New Orleans. Spend the day celebrating Caribbean cuisine, dance and music.
Trême Creole Gumbo Festival
On November 8th and 9th, Louis Armstrong Park is home to this free celebration featuring the music, food and dance that made New Orleans famous. R&B, Funk, Brass Bands and Gumbo await!
Beignet Fest
Don anything but black for Beignet Fest, November 15th in City Park. Along with dozens of different kinds of beignet dishes, you’ll enjoy live music, a Kids Village, an Artist Market and a Beer Garden.
Oak Street Po-Boy Festival
Celebrate New Orleans favorite sandwich (sorry muffuletta) at the Oak Street Po-Boy Festival on November 16th. This Uptown festival features live music, arts & crafts and, of course, po-boys! Come dressed to perfection.
Sober Fest
This family-friendly festival celebrating alcohol-free fun will take place at the Sugar Mill on November 22nd from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Put on by Bridge House/Grace House for the last three years, the 2025 musical line-up features Ivan Neville & Friends, Anders Osborne, Jason Ricci & The Bad Kind, the Trombone Shorty Academy, and the School of Rock House Band.
New Orleans Saints Vs. Atlanta Falcons
Come watch the Saints take on the Dirty Birds in the Superdome on November 23rd. If you can’t get tickets, here are some great restaurants where you can Watch Dem Saints.
Celebration in the Oaks
Be sure and check out our annual light festival at Celebration in the Oaks in City Park. It is held November 28-January 1. The park’s gorgeous trees are covered in hundreds of thousands of lights and there are numerous other light displays throughout the 25 acres of City Park. Take a ride on the train to see all the glittering lights. This is a truly spectacular holiday event that you do not want to miss!
Bayou Classic
The Bayou Classic is not just a football game between Grambling State and Southern University. There’s a parade, fan festivals, a career fair and, one of our favorites, the battle of the bands, all leading up to the big game on November 29th!
