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Valentine’s Day in New Orleans

Romantic dinners, date nights, and unforgettable experiences

 

February adds a natural romance to New Orleans, with rich treats, live music, and atmospheric streets setting the tone for Valentine’s Day. Spend the afternoon strolling Magazine Street or settling in at Fives Bar along Jackson Square, then head out for an evening of jazz, cocktails, or an elegant dinner. Valentine’s Day here feels effortless, intimate, and unhurried.

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Mardi Gras? More like HEART-i Gras. Valentine's Day 2026 falls over Mardi Gras Weekend. Which either means catching parades as part of your date night OR scoring a great reservation while everyone else is focused on revelry. Why choose? Do both.

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Couple Kissing in Jackson Square Romance Arte de Vie
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Poisson a la Florentine - MaMou New Orleans Sam Hanna, MaMou New Orleans
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Couple on a French Quarter Balcony Justen Williams, New Orleans & Co.
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Oysters at Seaworthy
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Dancing at the Spotted Cat Justen Williams, New Orleans & CO.
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Exploring the Besthoff Sculpture Garden Justen Williams
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(1) Couple Kissing in Jackson Square, (2) Poisson a la Florentine - MaMou New Orleans, (3) Couple on a French Quarter Balcony, (4) Oysters and Cocktails from Seaworthy, (5) Dancing at the Spotted Cat, (6) Exploring the Besthoff Sculpture Garden

Planning a romantic night out or a full Valentine’s weekend? Start with something sweet from La Boulangerie or Bywater Bakery, then linger over live jazz and champagne cocktails at spots like Davenport Lounge, Snug Harbor, or the Jazz Playhouse. Browse jewelry boutiques along Royal Street or galleries along Julia Street to find a meaningful gift.

For a classic New Orleans date, enjoy a stroll through City Park or along the Mississippi River in the French Quarter. Book a moonlight cruise aboard the Steamboat Natchez, reserve a mule-drawn carriage ride, and end the evening with a romantic dinner at favorites like Sylvain, Lilette, or Seaworthy.

Looking for more inspiration? Explore our romantic itinerary for even more ways to spend Valentine’s Day in New Orleans.

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