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What we’ll be eating at the Oak Street Po-Boy Festival

Po-boys. They’re a solid part of New Orleans culture, and no day in the Big Easy is complete without one. But do po-boys deserve a whole festival centered on them? Sorry, dumb question. Of course they do!   Sunday is the annual Oak Street Po-boy Festival, and we couldn’t be more excited. From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., some of the best restaurants from across the city will be serving… Read More »

Fringe Fest Freebies

New Orleans has always been a bit different.  We parade down the street more than we probably should, and we get our drinks to go. It doesn’t matter if you’re prim and proper or offbeat and quirky, there is a place for everyone in this city. Fringe Fest, which starts Wednesday, is the perfect embodiment of that sentiment. The festival is made up of offbeat performances that you won’t see… Read More »

Veterans Day discounts in New Orleans

Happy Veterans Day to all of the brave men and women who have selflessly served our country. We have so much respect for everything you have done to ensure that the rest of us can live safe and peaceful lives. In honor of Veterans Day, many New Orleans businesses are offering discounts to those who have served our country. Below is a list of a few great discounts that veterans,… Read More »

Things to do in New Orleans this weekend

The weekend is here! And there’s so much to do in the next couple of days that you should start making your plans now. This weekend is probably one of the best times in November to be in New Orleans. Here are our recommendations for things to do: Treme Creole Gumbo Festival We don’t like to play favorites, but this is probably our favorite event happening this weekend. As we… Read More »

November Things To Do in New Orleans

November in New Orleans means food, football and shopping. However, it’s New Orleans, so we don’t stop there.  November brings several food centric festivals, a football tradition putting two rival colleges head to head, a music experience and, believe it or not, a whole lot more. Voodoo Music + Arts Experience November starts off with a weekend filled with music at City Park. This year’s lineup brings back the 90’s… Read More »

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 »