Excuses to Stay Another Day or Come Back Soon

New Orleans Wine and Food Experience Jun 07 - 12, 2022 at New Orleans Join the outstanding restaurants that make New Orleans a premier culinary destination as signature dishes are paired with exceptional wines from around the world.
Cajun Zydeco Festival Jun 10 - 12, 2022 at Armstrong Park There's a new location and weekend for the festival this year. This year the festival moves to Armstrong Park in Treme. The mainstay of the festival is Cajun-Zydeco music and dancing (there will be lessons).
Creole Tomato Festival Jun 11 - 12, 2022 at French Market This festival is located in the nation's oldest marketplace, the French Market and features cooking demonstrations, the Creole Tomato Parade, as well as live music.

Running Of The Bulls Jul 09, 2022 at New Orleans New Orleans' own annual encierro (bull run) pays homage to the world famous encierro of Pamplona, Spain. In New Orleans style, our bulls are none other than members of the Big Easy Rollergirls and select participants from other roller derby leagues across the country.
Tales of the Cocktail Jul 26 - 29, 2022 at Ritz Carlton In a five day celebration of cocktails and culture, Tales of the Cocktail brings together some of the most well-known, respected minds in mixology. This annual event features cocktail tastings, mixing competitions, dinners, field trips to local distilleries and seminars by top mixologists.

COOLinary New Orleans Aug 01 - 31, 2022 at New Orleans Celebrate dining in America's most delicious city! This summer restaurant promotion during the month of August features affordably priced mouthwatering three-course menus. It's going to be a delicious summer, with famous New Orleans restaurants offering specially priced summer menu.
White Linen Night Aug 06, 2022 at Arts District/CBD Explore the hippest art scene in New Orleans and its stunning galleries at the 18th Annual White Linen Night in New Orleans' Arts District.
Satchmo SummerFest Aug 06 - 07, 2022 at French Quarter New Orleans' native son, Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong, is honored in true New Orleans fashion at the Satchmo SummerFest. Admissions required.
Red Dress Run Aug 13, 2022 at New Orleans The New Orleans Red Dress Run is one of the largest Red Dress Runs in the United States. Hosted by the New Orleans Hash House Harriers, the New Orleans Red Dress Run contributes to several charities.

NOLA on Tap Beer Fest TBD at New Orleans City Park festival grounds Join beer lovers from all over kick off Oktoberfest with the absolute largest and most outrageous beer festival in the region.
Southern Decadence Festival Sep 01 - 05, 2022 at French Quarter Informally known as "Gay Mardi Gras," Southern Decadence is a long weekend event sponsored by New Orleans' gay and lesbian community and centers around the French Quarter.

Tremé Fall Festival TBD at Treme Produced by the Historic Faubourg Tremé Association, the Treme Fall Festival supports the vibrant history and culture of Tremé.
Algiers Fest TBD at Federal City, 2500 General Meyer Ave at Shirley Drive The Algiers Fest will celebrate the military, police and the Algiers community.
Crescent City Blues & BBQ Festival TBD at Lafayette Square Park This free festival is held at Lafayette Square (between St. Charles and Camp Street). It features two stages, as well as crafts, and of course, food, including New Orleans' best BBQ!
Gretna Heritage Festival Oct 07 - 09, 2022 at Gretna Enjoy the casual atmosphere of this diverse music and arts festival located in historic downtown Gretna. Take the ferry across the Mississippi River, and make a day of it!

Boudin, Bourbon & Beer TBD at Champion's Square Emeril Lagasse Foundation's Boudin, Bourbon & Beer is a great way to raise money for a good cause, sample delicious food from top local as well as national chefs and enjoy live music.
Oak Street Po-Boy Festival TBD at Oak Street, New Orleans The Po-Boy Festival is a one-day family event held on Oak Street celebrating--you guessed it--the delicious po-boy sandwich.

Audubon Zoo Lights TBD at Audubon Zoo Audubon Zoo Lights, open the Friday after Thanksgiving through the end of December. One of America’s most beloved zoos will be decorated with festive light displays featuring alligators, elephants, flamingos, lions and more.