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Excuses to Eat in New Orleans March 25-27

It's not as if the city of New Orleans needed an excuse to have a good time or to eat some amazing food, but this weekend has a couple of great opportunities for food and events. Hogs for the Cause - City "Pork" (still known as City Park in other areas) hosts a hog cookoff to raise funds to fight against pediatric cancer. 50-75 teams will be preparing pork dishes… Read More »

Hogs for the Cause 2011

Hogs for the Cause will be in City Park this Saturday, March 26th with fantastic food, New Orleans bands and competitions to raise money to fight pediatric cancer. What better way to raise money for a non-profit organization than having a good ol' fashioned cook-off? New Orleans is a city in love with fantastic food, and attendees will have the chance to vote with their tax-deductible donations to name the… Read More »

March Madness Hits New Orleans

The New Orleans Arena hosts three key games in the 2011 NCAA Tournament. College basketball fans rejoice at this time of year as March Madness officially descends on the nation. Sixty-four college teams begin a tournament that will end with only one school holding the NCAA National Championship trophy. Televisions will certainly be tuned in to sports channels, and fans in select cities will be able to witness part of… Read More »

The Mardi Gras Indians Prepare for Super Sunday

For those of you still wanting to hang on to this year's Mardi Gras excitment, check out the Mardi Gras Indians. After becoming well known from the popularity of HBO's show Treme, the press is paying will be paying more attention to the New Orleans tradition of Super Sunday (St. Joseph's Day, Sunday, March 20th). On this day, the Mardi Gras Indians will march in their "Super Sunday" parade complete… Read More »

St. Patrick’s Day in New Orleans!

Hey New Orleans, feeling all rested up after Mardi Gras? The city of New Orleans no sooner cleans up after a massively successful Mardi Gras before it's ready for the next party. This Saturday and Sunday (March 12th and 13th), St. Patrick's Day parades hit the streets. The Irish Channel Parade starts at 1 p.m. on the corner of Constance and Josephine Streets, and the St. Patrick's Day Parade begins… Read More »

Experience LUNDI GRAS at Riverwalk – March 7

Free Music, Fireworks and Official Arrival of Rex at 25th Annual Riverwalk Lundi Gras In honor of 25 years of Lundi Gras at Riverwalk, Riverwalk Marketplace and the Rex Organization bring even more excitement to an event already deep with tradition. On Monday, March 7, all are invited to Lundi Gras at Riverwalk for free music and fireworks as well as the live revelation of Rex, King of Carnival's identity… Read More »

Mardi Gras New Orleans Mobile Version

Heading to any Mardi Gras parades this weekend? Check out our newly launched mobile-version of MardiGrasNewOrleans.com from your cellphone for quick access to all parade schedules and routes! While you're at the parade, you can upload photos from the parade directly to our Photo Gallery. And, you can keep up with the latest news on our Mardi Gras blog.Have a great time. Stay informed. And let the good times roll! Read More »

A Romantic Evening at Galvez Restaurant

Experience New Orleans suggests a romantic spot in the French Quarter for guys looking for a place to take their dates. Guys, let me give you a helpful suggestion. If you are looking for a romantic place to go with your significant other, then you need to check out the Galvez Restaurant. From your dinner table, you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the lights of the Mississippi River and… Read More »

Documentary Celebrates Local Brass Band Music

New Orleans is one of the pre-eminent cities for jazz music in the world. Local residents have the chance to sample a wide array of styles and influences throughout the city at historic venues any night of the week, leaving non-residents at a disadvantage. But locals and non-residents alike will be able to celebrate the history and culture of New Orleans Brass Band Music in the upcoming documentary Brass Roots.… Read More »

The New Orleans Comic Con Was a Success!

by Michael Roberts   New Orleans demonstrated their love for comic books and geek culture this past weekend at the New Orleans Comic Con with decorative costumes and a bustling convention hall. The convention, located at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, had something for fans of all types with opportunities to meet and get autographs from a wide range of TV and movie actors. Collectors could find comic books… Read More »