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Things to do in New Orleans Oct. 7th – 9th

Looking for something to do in New Orleans this weekend? Don't worry. You have plenty of options! Residents and visitors alike can expect a wide range of choices throughout the month of October. It's cooling down, and we want to get out there and enjoy that weather! Gretna Heritage Festival - Gretna Fest will certainly be this weekend's biggest event in the New Orleans area, with seven stages featuring classic… Read More »

2011 Voodoo Experience: Are You Ready?

The Voodoo Experience Music and Arts Festival transforms New Orleans City Park from October 28th - 30th, 2011. The Voodoo Experience is one of the biggest music festivals in New Orleans -- certainly the biggest show in the fall. Halloween weekend of each year features major headline acts from the world of rock, alternative, indie and hip-hop. Past years have included performances by such superstars as Muse, Lenny Kravitz, Rage… Read More »

New Orleans Is Bursting with October Events

New Orleans is host to music festivals, film festivals, concerts, arts showings, and kid-friendly events in October. October is nearly here, and New Orleans has lots of events to celebrate the arrival of cooler weather. Experience New Orleans will cover these events more in detail as the time draws closer, but take a look at everything that is going on! Oktoberfest – Saturday, October 1st at Broussard’s in the French… Read More »

Local Theatre Delivers Great Entertainment

The Jefferson Performing Arts Society presents two entertaining shows through the end of September and into October: Petite Rouge and The Drowsy Chaperone. Petite Rouge: A Cajun Red Riding Hood At the Jefferson Performing Arts Center Saturday, Sept. 24th at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25th at 2 p.m. (Matinee) At Benet Hall at Saint Joseph Abbey Friday, Sept. 30th at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1st at 11… Read More »

The 32nd Annual Alligator Festival in Luling

The 32nd Annual Alligator Festival in Luling, Louisiana This year’s Alligator Festival is scheduled from Thursday, September 22nd to Sunday, September 25th. Complete with live entertainment, arts and crafts, and amusement rides, the Alligator Festival provides a fun time for the entire family. As always, this New Orleans area festival will serve up some tasty treats, and some attendees should have the opportunity to greatly expand their culinary experiences. Proving… Read More »

Great Lineup at the New Orleans Seafood Fest

The 5th Annual New Orleans Seafood Festival takes place this weekend in Lafayette Square at 500 St. Charles Avenue. With such fantastic weather, this is a great weekend to get out to a New Orleans festival and enjoy some free entertainment by top local bands! The 5th Annual Seafood Festival has a great entertainment lineup this year, with several of New Orleans’ biggest festival bands and a special appearance by… Read More »

Shrimp & Petroleum Festival in Morgan City

Celebrate Labor Day weekend at the Shrimp and Petroleum Festival in Morgan City, Louisiana. September 1st - 5th. Labor Day weekend is here, and what better way to spend your time off than with some Cajun music and delicious food? The Shrimp and Petroleum Festival is this weekend, September 1st – 5th in the downtown historic district of Morgan City, Louisiana. If you can only make it out to the… Read More »

The 2011-2012 Broadway Season Is Almost Here!

The new season of Broadway in New Orleans is nearly upon us, and this year promises a host of great shows to visit the Crescent City. From comedy to 80’s hair band rock, and Rodgers & Hammerstein to Disney, the 2011 – 2012 season of Broadway in New Orleans has something for everyone! The Addams Family: September 15th – 24th Rock of Ages: November 1st – 6th South Pacific: November… Read More »

The New Orleans 48 Hour Film Project 2011

Many know that New Orleans is a filmmaking town. With attractive tax breaks and beautiful scenery and culture, New Orleans has provided the perfect backdrop for several Hollywood films and television shows. Last weekend, the Crescent City played host to a different kind of filmmaking: The New Orleans 48 Hour Film Project. Small teams came together to write, shoot, edit and score an entire film in just 48 hours! Teams… Read More »

The 2011-2012 Saints: New Faces, New Facility

Another year of the WHO DAT nation’s rise to fame is upon us as the New Orleans Saints kick off another promising season for 2011. The Saints are ready to reestablish themselves as the number one team in the NFL once again, after the heartbreaking loss against the Seattle Seahawks ended last season a bit too early. Defense Coordinator Greg Williams plans to re-emphasize the importance of defense and has… Read More »