New Orleans Festivals

Music, food, wine, culture -- New Orleans has an exciting festival for every occasion. Music lovers will want to check out the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, French Quarter Fest, Essence Music Fest and Voodoo Festival. Enjoy fine cuisine and unique foods at the New Orleans Food and Wine Experience and the Po-Boy Festival. Southern culture and holiday fun can be found in a variety of New Orleans events including Mardi Gras, Halloween, Christmas, New Year's Eve, White Linen Night and more. Whatever your interests there's a New Orleans festival for you.

New Orleans Wine & Food Experience - 05/22/2012

Discover the best food and wine in New Orleans! Don’t miss this premiere foodie event, celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2012. More info
Greek Festival - 05/25/2012

For 38 years, Greece on the Bayou has served as a Greek cultural festival in New Orleans. It costs five dollars to get in (free for children under 12) but the food, music and experience is worth it. More info
Vieux To Do - 06/09/2012

Get your Vieux To Do on in the French Quarter with two great New Orleans food and music festivals—in one weekend! More info
July 4th in New Orleans - 07/04/2012

The Fourth of July in New Orleans pops with dazzling fireworks and Big Easy fun on the Mississippi River. More info
Essence Music Festival - 07/06/2012

A celebration of contemporary African-American music and culture, the annual Essence Music Festival in New Orleans typically takes place in July. More info

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Essence Music Festival - 07/06/2012

A celebration of contemporary African-American music and culture, the annual Essence Music Festival in New Orleans typically takes place in July. More Info

Voodoo Experience - 10/26/2012

Voodoo Experience combines top touring rock, indie and hip-hop acts and New Orleans bands and culture in an amazing Halloween weekend music festival. More Info

Halloween in New Orleans - 10/31/2012

In a city known for its cemeteries and voodoo culture, New Orleans takes Halloween seriously, with weeklong events and celebrations marking the holiday and the history of a city that knows how to scare up some fun. More Info

Christmas in New Orleans - 12/25/2012

Whether it is within the city limits, or just outside in the local Cajun countryside, New Orleans and South East Louisiana make Christmas a memorable event for locals and visitors alike. More Info

New Year's Eve in New Orleans - 12/31/2012

If you think Mardi Gras is a good time, check us out on December 31. New Orleans throws the best New Year’s Eve party in the country. Live music, hot nightclubs, a fireworks extravaganza on the river and more await – book your trip today! More Info

Mardi Gras

Every year New Orleans throws the biggest free party on earth: Mardi Gras! Next year Fat Tuesday falls on Feburary 12, 2013. Also known as Carnival Season, Mardi Gras is highlighted with parades, balls and King Cake parties. This is a great time to visit the city. More Info

French Quarter Festival - 04/11/2013

As one of the fastest growing music festivals in North America, and one of the largest free festivals in the country, the French Quarter Festival rivals the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival for attendees and after-festival performances. More Info