National WWII Museum Expansion Grand Opening

October 25, 2009  |  Upcoming Events

Make plans now to attend the Grand Opening of the $60 million expansion of The National World War II Museum in New Orleans, November 7-8, 2009. The celebration is themed "Experience the Victory" as the newest venues will open: The… Read More »

You need to be at Satchmo SummerFest

July 8, 2009  |  Upcoming Events

The Ninth Annual Satchmo SummerFest…July 30 – August 2, 2009 Come Celebrate the life of Louis Armstrong with a fun-filled weekend of activities and music including: Traditional Jazz, Contemporary Jazz, and a Brass Band; plus Children's programming as well as… Read More »

Go 4th on the River: Independence, NOLA Style

June 24, 2009  |  Upcoming Events

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 19th Annual Go 4TH on the River… Read More »

Festivals, Festivals and More Festivals!

May 11, 2009  |  Upcoming Events

Not that anyone really needs a reason to want to come to New Orleans…but there are some people that may need to know why they need to come to New Orleans NOW! We have festivals galore coming up in the… Read More »

French Quarter Fest “best of the year”

March 15, 2009  |  Upcoming Events

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 April 17-19. Enjoy 250 hours of free entertainment featuring more than 150… Read More »

Missed Mardi Gras? The party continues.

February 27, 2009  |  Upcoming Events

Missed this year's Mardi Gras celebrations? That's o.k. because New Orleans celebrates St. Patrick and St. Joseph Days like they are a continuation of the carnival festivities! St. Patrick's Day is celebrated in New Orleans and its suburb in the… Read More »

Throw Me Something Mister

February 9, 2009  |  Upcoming Events

"When you go to New Orleans…you ought to go to the Mardi Gras!" Tuesday February 24, 2009 is just a regular Tuesday for most of the rest of the World. But in New Orleans…that is Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras Day…the… Read More »

New Year’s Resolution: Go to Mardi Gras!

January 1, 2009  |  Upcoming Events

Attending Mardi Gras in New Orleans in 2009 should definitely be on your Top 10 list of New Year's resolutions! This year, Mardi Gras Day falls on Tuesday, February 24! Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday, is the final day of the… Read More »

Christmas New Orleans Style!

December 1, 2008  |  Upcoming Events

There is nothing like enjoying the holidays in New Orleans! Christmas New Orleans Style celebrates the spirit of our city…aglow with twinkling lights, festive iron-laced balconies, and garland decked streetcars. Converse with Historical Characters as they stroll the streets of… Read More »

Thanksgiving in New Orleans

November 2, 2008  |  Upcoming Events

Thanksgiving is such a special time in New Orleans! Not only do we count our blessings for the great strides we have made over the past three years, but we are thankful that we are in the city we love,… Read More »