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May 2013 Event Calendar (3 events listed)
May 21 - 25, 2013
New Orleans Wine & Food Experience
The New Orleans Food & Wine Experience offers Vintner Dinners, Grand Tastings, Seminars and more. New Orleans Food & Wine Experience is a wine lovers delight.
The New Orleans Food & Wine Experience offers Vintner Dinners, Grand Tastings, Seminars and more. New Orleans Food & Wine Experience is a wine lovers delight.
May 23 - 26, 2013
Saints and Sinners Literary Festival
The Saints and Sinners Literary Festival was founded in 2001 as a new initiative designed as an innovative way to reach the community with information about HIV/AIDS, particularly...
The Saints and Sinners Literary Festival was founded in 2001 as a new initiative designed as an innovative way to reach the community with information about HIV/AIDS, particularly...
May 24 - 26, 2013
Greek Festival
Come out and Experience "Greece on the Bayou," our annual Hellenic party with a uniquely New Orleans flair!
Come out and Experience "Greece on the Bayou," our annual Hellenic party with a uniquely New Orleans flair!
June 2013 Event Calendar (3 events listed)
June 8 - 9, 2013
French Market Creole Tomato Festival
The French Market Creole Tomato Festival will include everything from free tomato tastings and food lectures to circus arts workshops.
The French Market Creole Tomato Festival will include everything from free tomato tastings and food lectures to circus arts workshops.
June 8 - 9, 2013
The Louisiana Cajun-Zydeco Festival
With two stages, a huge crafts fair and great food, the Cajun-Zydeco Fest is a dance-happy celebration of the rockin' music of southwest Louisiana.
With two stages, a huge crafts fair and great food, the Cajun-Zydeco Fest is a dance-happy celebration of the rockin' music of southwest Louisiana.
June 29, 2013
French Summer Wine Festival
The French American Chamber of Commerce, Louisiana Chapter cordially invites you to the annual French Summer Wine Festival.
The French American Chamber of Commerce, Louisiana Chapter cordially invites you to the annual French Summer Wine Festival.
July 2013 Event Calendar (5 events listed)
July 4, 2013
July 4th in New Orleans - Go Fourth on the River
New Orleans' 4th of July celebration known as Go Fourth on the River is a day-long festival of freedom.
New Orleans' 4th of July celebration known as Go Fourth on the River is a day-long festival of freedom.
July 5 - 7, 2013
Essence Music Festival
The Essence Music Festival... the biggest and best ever!
The Essence Music Festival... the biggest and best ever!
July 11 - 14, 2013
San Fermin Running of the Bulls
San Fermin in Nueva Orleans (SFNO) is an annual festival in New Orleans featuring an Encierro (bull run), which replicates and pays homage to the world famous Encierro of Pamplona, Spain,...
San Fermin in Nueva Orleans (SFNO) is an annual festival in New Orleans featuring an Encierro (bull run), which replicates and pays homage to the world famous Encierro of Pamplona, Spain,...
July 17 - 21, 2013
Tales of the Cocktail
Tales of the Cocktail, a three-day event celebrating dining, drinking and the history of the cocktail at various locations in the New Orleans French Quarter.
Tales of the Cocktail, a three-day event celebrating dining, drinking and the history of the cocktail at various locations in the New Orleans French Quarter.
July 19 - 20, 2013
NSU Folk Festival
The Natchitoches-NSU Folk Festival, which originated in 1980, is a four-time winner of the prestigious 'top twenty events in the southeast' award given by the Southeast Tourism...
The Natchitoches-NSU Folk Festival, which originated in 1980, is a four-time winner of the prestigious 'top twenty events in the southeast' award given by the Southeast Tourism...
August 2013 Event Calendar (6 events listed)
August 1 - 4, 2013
Satchmo SummerFest
Louis Satchmo Armstrong is an American classic...the father of jazz!
Louis Satchmo Armstrong is an American classic...the father of jazz!
August 3, 2013
Great American Seafood Cook-Off
The Great American Seafood Cook-Off has become the most prestigious culinary seafood competition and has featured many ‘rising stars’ and celebrity chefs over the years including Paula...
The Great American Seafood Cook-Off has become the most prestigious culinary seafood competition and has featured many ‘rising stars’ and celebrity chefs over the years including Paula...
August 3, 2013
Whitney White Linen Night
The old summertime tradition of wearing white to stay cool prior to the days of air conditioning is revived every year at the Whitney White Linen Night. Hundreds of art lovers converge on...
The old summertime tradition of wearing white to stay cool prior to the days of air conditioning is revived every year at the Whitney White Linen Night. Hundreds of art lovers converge on...
August 10, 2013
Dirty Linen Night
Come and enjoy a free festive block party in the French Quarter covering Royal Street, Jackson Square, Dumaine Street and the Dutch Alley Artists Co-Op at Dumaine and Decatur.
Come and enjoy a free festive block party in the French Quarter covering Royal Street, Jackson Square, Dumaine Street and the Dutch Alley Artists Co-Op at Dumaine and Decatur.
August 28 - September 2, 2013
Southern Decadence
Southern Decadence rolls into New Orleans for labor Day Weekend and ignites!
Southern Decadence rolls into New Orleans for labor Day Weekend and ignites!
August 9 - 12, 2012
Six String Music Songwriters' Invitational
"Six String Music" is simply a phlocking froma different point of view. This event is ALL ABOUT THE MUSIC! It's guys and gals with guitars struttin' their stuff in the...
"Six String Music" is simply a phlocking froma different point of view. This event is ALL ABOUT THE MUSIC! It's guys and gals with guitars struttin' their stuff in the...
September 2013 Event Calendar (5 events listed)
August 28 - September 2, 2013
Southern Decadence
Southern Decadence rolls into New Orleans for labor Day Weekend and ignites!
Southern Decadence rolls into New Orleans for labor Day Weekend and ignites!
September 19 - 21, 2013
New Orleans Burlesque Festival
Over 60 burlesque performers from across the USA and Canada will hit the stages of Harrah's New Orleans and the House of Blues providing the most entertaining, classy, and risque...
Over 60 burlesque performers from across the USA and Canada will hit the stages of Harrah's New Orleans and the House of Blues providing the most entertaining, classy, and risque...
September 20 - 22, 2013
Meat Pie Festival
Famous Natchitoches Meat Pies will be celebrated with a cook-off, demonstrations, entertainment, and eating contests.
Famous Natchitoches Meat Pies will be celebrated with a cook-off, demonstrations, entertainment, and eating contests.
September 10 - 16, 2012
New Orleans Restaurant Week
Dine out at some of New Orleans' best restaurants as they showcase their delicious food. $20 for 2-course lunches and $35 for 3-course dinners.
Dine out at some of New Orleans' best restaurants as they showcase their delicious food. $20 for 2-course lunches and $35 for 3-course dinners.
September 14 - 16, 2012
Carnaval Latino
A celebration of extraordinary Latin music and the Hispanic heritage and culture, presented by the non-profit Hispanic American Musicians and Artists Cultural Association (H.A.M.A.C.A.)
A celebration of extraordinary Latin music and the Hispanic heritage and culture, presented by the non-profit Hispanic American Musicians and Artists Cultural Association (H.A.M.A.C.A.)
October 2013 Event Calendar (7 events listed)
October 25 - 31, 2013
Halloween in New Orleans
Halloween in New Orleans is unlike anything you've ever seen or experienced! Wild crazy people running the streets, and a whole lot of skin!
Halloween in New Orleans is unlike anything you've ever seen or experienced! Wild crazy people running the streets, and a whole lot of skin!
October 5 - 7, 2012
Gretna Heritage Festival
Festival in Downtown Gretna Louisiana featuring high profile entertainment, rides, games and more family fun.
Festival in Downtown Gretna Louisiana featuring high profile entertainment, rides, games and more family fun.
October 6 - 7, 2012
Gentilly Fest
Free to the public, Gentilly Fest celebrates all things "Gentilly," including continuous live music on the main stage and gospel tent, sumptuous food from a variety of local...
Free to the public, Gentilly Fest celebrates all things "Gentilly," including continuous live music on the main stage and gospel tent, sumptuous food from a variety of local...
October 12 - 14, 2012
Crescent City Blues & BBQ Festival
The festival - which is free and open to the public - takes place at historic Lafayette Square Park.
The festival - which is free and open to the public - takes place at historic Lafayette Square Park.
October 12 - 18, 2012
New Orleans Film Society Festival
New Orleans placed a fine focus on the film industry with the creation of the New Orleans Film Festival in the spring of 1989.
New Orleans placed a fine focus on the film industry with the creation of the New Orleans Film Festival in the spring of 1989.
October 12 - 27, 2012
Oktoberfest in New Orleans
The Deutsches Haus, a landmark of New Orleans' German Culture since 1928, has announced it's return of the annual Oktoberfest celebration this year
The Deutsches Haus, a landmark of New Orleans' German Culture since 1928, has announced it's return of the annual Oktoberfest celebration this year
October 20 - 21, 2012
Oak Alley Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Festival
More than 160 artists and craft vendors from throughout the country will be on hand featuring original and handmade creations such as jewelry, furniture, clothing, home accessories,...
More than 160 artists and craft vendors from throughout the country will be on hand featuring original and handmade creations such as jewelry, furniture, clothing, home accessories,...
November 2013 Event Calendar (9 events listed)
November 1 - 3, 2013
Voodoo Music Experience
The Voodoo Music Experience in New Orleans is one of the hottest new concert festivals in the country. Come to New Orleans' City Park for the widest musical influences imaginable!
The Voodoo Music Experience in New Orleans is one of the hottest new concert festivals in the country. Come to New Orleans' City Park for the widest musical influences imaginable!
November 3 - 4, 2012
Louisiana Swampfest
The Louisiana Swamp Exhibit is where is all started. It was the inspiration for the Louisiana Swamp Fest and central point for meeting Swamp Creatures - two and four legged kinds. Audubon...
The Louisiana Swamp Exhibit is where is all started. It was the inspiration for the Louisiana Swamp Fest and central point for meeting Swamp Creatures - two and four legged kinds. Audubon...
November 3 - December 9, 2012
Louisiana Renaissance Festival
A jollie olde tyme in Renaissance England awaits those hardy enough to visit the Louisiana Renaissance Festival!
A jollie olde tyme in Renaissance England awaits those hardy enough to visit the Louisiana Renaissance Festival!
November 7 - 11, 2012
Ladyfest New Orleans
Ladyfest New Orleans is a non-profit music, spoken word and arts festival organized by local women of all identities to showcase, celebrate and encourage the music, poetry, film, art and...
Ladyfest New Orleans is a non-profit music, spoken word and arts festival organized by local women of all identities to showcase, celebrate and encourage the music, poetry, film, art and...
November 10 - 11, 2012
Treme Creole Gumbo Festival
With one stage showcasing the best jazz, blues and R&B from the Treme, plus gumbo cooking demonstrations by the finest chefs in the city, the festival offers fun for the whole family.
With one stage showcasing the best jazz, blues and R&B from the Treme, plus gumbo cooking demonstrations by the finest chefs in the city, the festival offers fun for the whole family.
November 14 - 18, 2012
New Orleans Fringe Festival
Fringe Festivals have been launched in cities throughout the US, the most well-known being the festivals in Minneapolis and New York. New Orleans has always been a city that embraces...
Fringe Festivals have been launched in cities throughout the US, the most well-known being the festivals in Minneapolis and New York. New Orleans has always been a city that embraces...
November 18, 2012
Oak Street Po-Boy Festival
The Oak Street Po-Boy Festival will feature two stages with live music, arts and crafts, a children's section with games and prizes, panel discussions covering the history of the...
The Oak Street Po-Boy Festival will feature two stages with live music, arts and crafts, a children's section with games and prizes, panel discussions covering the history of the...
November 23, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Celebration in the Oaks
Celebration in the Oaks is New Orleans' answer to the Christmas blues... wander through this delightful fantasy world and come away refreshed.
Celebration in the Oaks is New Orleans' answer to the Christmas blues... wander through this delightful fantasy world and come away refreshed.
November 24, 2012
Bayou Classic
The Bayou Classic is football matchup held held yearly on the last Saturday in November at the Louisiana Superdome between the Southern University Jaguars and the Grambling State University...
The Bayou Classic is football matchup held held yearly on the last Saturday in November at the Louisiana Superdome between the Southern University Jaguars and the Grambling State University...
December 2013 Event Calendar (5 events listed)
November 3 - December 9, 2012
Louisiana Renaissance Festival
A jollie olde tyme in Renaissance England awaits those hardy enough to visit the Louisiana Renaissance Festival!
A jollie olde tyme in Renaissance England awaits those hardy enough to visit the Louisiana Renaissance Festival!
November 23, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Celebration in the Oaks
Celebration in the Oaks is New Orleans' answer to the Christmas blues... wander through this delightful fantasy world and come away refreshed.
Celebration in the Oaks is New Orleans' answer to the Christmas blues... wander through this delightful fantasy world and come away refreshed.
December 22, 2012
R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl
The 2012 R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl will be played on Dec. 22 at 11 a.m. (CST) in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, and will be broadcast on ESPN and ESPN Radio.
The 2012 R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl will be played on Dec. 22 at 11 a.m. (CST) in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, and will be broadcast on ESPN and ESPN Radio.
December 31, 2012
New Year's Eve
Celebrate the New Year in New Orleans! The Big Easy throws a large New Year's Eve party that you don't want to miss.
Celebrate the New Year in New Orleans! The Big Easy throws a large New Year's Eve party that you don't want to miss.
December 31, 2012
Noon Year's Eve at the Audubon Zoo
This event features live music, games and prizes, and a countdown with sparkling apple cider.
This event features live music, games and prizes, and a countdown with sparkling apple cider.
January 2014 Event Calendar (4 events listed)
November 23, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Celebration in the Oaks
Celebration in the Oaks is New Orleans' answer to the Christmas blues... wander through this delightful fantasy world and come away refreshed.
Celebration in the Oaks is New Orleans' answer to the Christmas blues... wander through this delightful fantasy world and come away refreshed.
January 2, 2013
Sugar Bowl
The Sugar Bowl, held in January, at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana.
The Sugar Bowl, held in January, at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana.
January 6 - February 12, 2013
Mardi Gras Parade Schedule
The parades of Mardi Gras in New Orleans are the most visually exciting part of this annual party find parades dates here.
The parades of Mardi Gras in New Orleans are the most visually exciting part of this annual party find parades dates here.
January 6 - February 12, 2013
Mardi Gras in New Orleans, Louisiana!
New Orleans' Mardi Gras is the world's biggest street party! Our coverage has Mardi Gras photo galleries and videos, parade schedules and answers to all your Mardi Gras questions!
New Orleans' Mardi Gras is the world's biggest street party! Our coverage has Mardi Gras photo galleries and videos, parade schedules and answers to all your Mardi Gras questions!
February 2014 Event Calendar (2 events listed)
January 6 - February 12, 2013
Mardi Gras Parade Schedule
The parades of Mardi Gras in New Orleans are the most visually exciting part of this annual party find parades dates here.
The parades of Mardi Gras in New Orleans are the most visually exciting part of this annual party find parades dates here.
January 6 - February 12, 2013
Mardi Gras in New Orleans, Louisiana!
New Orleans' Mardi Gras is the world's biggest street party! Our coverage has Mardi Gras photo galleries and videos, parade schedules and answers to all your Mardi Gras questions!
New Orleans' Mardi Gras is the world's biggest street party! Our coverage has Mardi Gras photo galleries and videos, parade schedules and answers to all your Mardi Gras questions!
March 2014 Event Calendar (8 events listed)
March 2 - 10, 2013
New Orleans Spring Fiesta
A total of 20 homes not usually open to the public will be part of this year's tours. Experience the grandeur of the past as you walk through these Garden District, French Quarter, and...
A total of 20 homes not usually open to the public will be part of this year's tours. Experience the grandeur of the past as you walk through these Garden District, French Quarter, and...
March 16, 2013
St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Irish Channel St. Patrick's Day Club will hold its annual Mass and Parade celebration at St. Mary's Assumption Church.
The Irish Channel St. Patrick's Day Club will hold its annual Mass and Parade celebration at St. Mary's Assumption Church.
March 19, 2013
St. Joseph's Day Parade
The Italian American Marching Club is one of the largest ethnic organizations in the Southeastern United States.
The Italian American Marching Club is one of the largest ethnic organizations in the Southeastern United States.
March 20 - 24, 2013
Tennessee Williams New Orleans Literary Festival
The literary heritage of Tennessee Williams is honored in New Orleans, his spiritual home.
The literary heritage of Tennessee Williams is honored in New Orleans, his spiritual home.
March 22 - 24, 2013
New Orleans FoodFest
Foodfest is an amazing food-focused weekend (in America's most food-focused city).
Foodfest is an amazing food-focused weekend (in America's most food-focused city).
March 23, 2013
The Secret Gardens Tour
The Secret Gardens Tour reveals to the public many of the most spectacular private gardens in Uptown New Orleans. Word of mouth has established the tour as one of the best outdoor garden...
The Secret Gardens Tour reveals to the public many of the most spectacular private gardens in Uptown New Orleans. Word of mouth has established the tour as one of the best outdoor garden...
March 23 - 24, 2013
Congo Square Rhythms Festival
With performances of authentic African drumming and dance plus food, arts and crafts, it's a fun event for the whole family.
With performances of authentic African drumming and dance plus food, arts and crafts, it's a fun event for the whole family.
March 30, 2013
Crescent City Classic
This annual event is held in New Orleans, LA. In traditional New Orleans style, a fabulous post race party awaits event participants.
This annual event is held in New Orleans, LA. In traditional New Orleans style, a fabulous post race party awaits event participants.
April 2014 Event Calendar (4 events listed)
April 6 - 7, 2013
Old Algiers RiverFest
Old Algiers RiverFest is presented annually by Old Algiers Main Street Corporation, whose mission is to preserve and revitalize the historically commercial corridors of Old Algiers.
Old Algiers RiverFest is presented annually by Old Algiers Main Street Corporation, whose mission is to preserve and revitalize the historically commercial corridors of Old Algiers.
April 11 - 14, 2013
French Quarter Festival
The French Quarter Festival is New Orleans OWN party! A time for the residents of this wild city to let loose.
The French Quarter Festival is New Orleans OWN party! A time for the residents of this wild city to let loose.
April 22 - 28, 2013
Zurich Classic
New Orleans has played host to a PGA TOUR tournament since 1938, when the Greater New Orleans Open Invitational was introduced at City Park Golf Club.
New Orleans has played host to a PGA TOUR tournament since 1938, when the Greater New Orleans Open Invitational was introduced at City Park Golf Club.
April 26 - May 5, 2013
New Orleans Jazz Fest
The Festival is the culmination of years of discussions and efforts by city leaders who wanted to create an event worthy of the city's legacy as the birthplace of jazz.
The Festival is the culmination of years of discussions and efforts by city leaders who wanted to create an event worthy of the city's legacy as the birthplace of jazz.
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