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July 4th Fireworks over the Mississippi

Plan to spend July 4th along the downtown New Orleans Riverfront and enjoy the Go 4th on the River celebration...ranked 5th "must see" fireworks display in the U.S., by American Pyrotechnic Association. The 20th Annual Go 4TH on the River will feature the US Navy Band and the Dueling Barges Fireworks Extravaganza. Bring your radios to the river for this passionate salute to America's independence, which will feature the one-of-a-kind… Read More »

Krewe of Boo is now Krewe of Halloween

Searching online for the Krewe of Boo? That great Halloween event is now called the Krewe of Halloween...still under the direction of Blaine Kern, Sr. Click here for details of this year's event - www.kreweofhalloween.com. Read More »

Sid Mars Restaurant is BACK!

For decades, generations of New Orleanians had proudly called Sid Mars Restaurant in Bucktown one of their favorite neighborhood restaurants. What Hurricane Katrina didn't damage, the Corps of Engineers took the rest away...utilizing their land for the new pumps at the 17th Street Canal in the famed Bucktown area.It's taken over 4 1/2 years...but we are so excited to learn that Sid Mars has re-opened it's great eatery in a… Read More »

Celebrate WWII veterans this Memorial Day

National WWII Museum Kicks Off Week of Commemoration Events Planned to Honor the 'Greatest Generation,' Mark Museum's 10th Anniversary NEW ORLEANS (May 20, 2010) - Beginning with Memorial Day on May 31, a series of major events, ceremonies, special exhibits and lectures will be taking place at The National World War II Museum in New Orleans. The commemorative period will culminate with a weekend of special events June 5-6 to… Read More »

New Orleans…One Festival After Another!

Now is the time to plan your trip to New Orleans! We have great festivals coming up in the next few months, including:New Orleans Wine and Food Experience - May 25-29Essence Music Festival -- July 2-4Go 4th on the River - July 4th Satchmo Summer Fest - Aug 5 - Aug 8So make plans NOW to come festin' in NOLA this summer! Read More »

French Quarter Fest was Fabulous!

As much as my husband and I generally avoid crowds...we absolutely cannot miss the annual French Quarter Festival. This year was no exception. The day was glorious...the music was everywhere...the number of revelers along the riverfront and in Jackson Square was just unbelievable. We also walked down Royal and Bourbon...reminding us that we need to do this more often!Congrats to the festival planners because it was truly amazing! This festival… Read More »

Jazz Fest Express on Gray Line New Orleans!

Gray Line New Orleans is once again offering the best way to get to the Jazz Fest...take their Jazz Fest Express...the ONLY shuttle that can bring you INSIDE the gates of the FESTIVAL. On all seven days of the Fest...April 23, 24, 25, 29, 30, May 1 and 2...ride roundtrip in air-conditioned comfort! Day of sales begin at 9:30 am at all departure locations. All shuttles begin at 10:30 am… Read More »

See you at the French Quarter Festival!

The 27th Annual French Quarter Festival - April 8-10, 2011 Ask any local person what is their favorite festival,10 to 1 the response will be the French Quarter Festival. This great event takes place in the French Quarter this year on April 8, 9 and 10. In addition to the World's Largest Jazz Brunch...enjoy over 200 hours of free entertainment featuring more than 100 musical performances on numerous stages throughout… Read More »

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This is one of the biggest Mardi Gras seasons we've seen in a long time! Every parade has a tribute to the Saints ... the entire city is living its dream ... many are calling it "Lombardi Gras" :) People who don't know one another are high-fiving; after the NFC win the happiness was palpable. After the Superbowl, you would have thought it was Mardi Gras day .... tenfold. Every… Read More »

Compucast Helps Celebrate at HENA Convention

This year, the Experience New Orleans team attended the Hospitality Education and Network Association's yearly conference taking place from August 22nd - 24th, 2008. At the conference, industry professionals had the opportunity to network amongst each other at the Hilton Pensacola Beach, unfortunately set to the backdrop of Hurricane Faye. Of course, as there were a great many New Orleans professionals in attendance at the event, a little ol' hurricane… Read More »