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History Meets High Tech at the HNOC

An Augmented Adventure Through the American Revolution           History comes to life in a whole new way this spring in the French Quarter. Beginning March 20, The Historic New Orleans Collection will host the U.S. premiere of “American Revolution: The Augmented Exhibition,” an immersive experience that lets visitors step directly into the story of America’s founding. Located at 520 Royal Street, this free exhibition blends cutting-edge technology with fascinating history, making… Read More »

Something for Everybunny this Easter

New Orleans celebrates Easter every year with egg hunts, jazz cruises, parades, and, of course, church services. Don’t spend Easter morning with your head in your Easter basket. Here are some eggcellent ideas (if we do say so ourselves). Easter at St. Louis Cathedral St. Louis Cathedral certainly isn’t the only place you can celebrate Easter Mass but, if you’ve never been, make this the year.  Historic French Quarter Easter… Read More »

Take the Official Jazz Fest Express

Gray Line Gets You Closer to the Music. Follow the second line to Gray Line’s Official Jazz Fest Shuttle. It’s the only shuttle that takes you inside the Fairground's gates! Air-conditioned buses offer round-trip transportation from four departure points and run continuously until the last festival-goer leaves. What’s more, they enter through an exclusive entrance reserved just for the Official Jazz Fest Shuttle buses! Uber and Lyft have zones that require drop-off… Read More »

A Sure Bet: Guys & Dolls Dazzles at Le Petit

  The opening of Guys & Dolls at Le Petit Theatre last night hit the jackpot. From the first brassy notes of the overture to the final curtain call, this production proves that when New Orleans theatre rolls the dice, it can come up sevens. Running March 5–29, 2026, this beloved musical is filled  with energy and heart. Set in Damon Runyon’s colorful world of gamblers, showgirls, and straight-laced missionaries,… Read More »

Duck! Incoming Cabbage! March in NOLA

Throw Me Something, Paddy! March in New Orleans Mardi Gras 2026 is over but if you can never get enough beads and beer, you’re in luck, lads and lassies! St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner and St. Joseph’s Day is right on its heels. Check 'em out! Irish Channel Practice March, March 6 This annual practice March around Jackson Square is always a lot of fun. The shenanigans… Read More »

Flower Power: Destrehan Plantation Spring Garden and Pet Show

Take a Zyrtec and head to Destrehan Plantation this March 21 and 22 for their 4th Annual Spring Garden and Pet Show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come see more than 80 vendors offering houseplants, fruit trees, vegetable plants, porch and patio decor, garden art and crafts, as well as pet food and accessories.There will also be live music, great local food, and fascinating presentations on gardening, wildlife and responsible… Read More »

Why Is New Orleans Called the Big Easy?

The Crescent City. NOLA. N'Awlins, New Orleeeens. The Queen City of the South has many names and one that seems to have stuck–even though it makes locals cringe–is the Big Easy.  Believe it or not, the Big Easy moniker didn't start with the 1986 Dennis Quaid movie or even the 1970 James Conway crime novel the film was based on. Some say, it all began in the 1960s in a… Read More »

 “Musical Louisiana” Brings Back 19th-Century Sound

A Free Celebration of New Orleans Classical Legacy The Historic New Orleans Collection, the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra and Treme’s Petit Jazz Museum are teaming up for the 18th annual Musical Louisiana: America’s Cultural Heritage concert on Wednesday, March 4–a free celebration of the city’s often-overlooked classical legacy. This year’s program, “Echoes of Innovation,” shines a spotlight on 19th-century Creole composers whose work helped shape the musical DNA of New Orleans… Read More »

What’s New for French Quarter Festival 2026?

Every spring, the French Quarter turns into one giant party, where brass bands echo off balconies, food stalls perfume the air with frying seafood and spices, and locals weave through visitors like seasoned hosts. In 2026, French Quarter Festival returns April 16–19 with an even bigger footprint and more ways to dive into the culture that defines New Orleans. The nation’s largest free celebration of Louisiana music, food and heritage… Read More »

Celebrate Black History Month in New Orleans

  February isn't just Carnival time in New Orleans. It's Black History Month. We invite you to celebrate them both. New Orleans culture is African-American culture. We owe much of our food, music and architecture to the rich gumbo stirred and made richer by the black community. Here are some great ways to celebrate in and around New Orleans. Learn Mardi Gras Indian History on MardiGrasNewOrleans.com You don't have to go… Read More »