End of Summer Events

Unforgettable End of Summer Festivals & Events in NOLA

As summertime comes to a close everywhere else, New Orleans just keeps on sizzling. Some of our favorite festivals, foods, deals, and events take place at the end of the summer season.

Exclusive Summer Deals

The month of August is filled with a number of deals and offers. Restaurants, attractions, and museums welcome end-of-summer guests with special month- and week-long perks. Here's a look at some of our favorite deals.

COOLinary

Take advantage of dining deals in New Orleans with COOLinary. Indulge in two-course lunch, or three-course dinner and brunch deals from August 1-31. Over 100 restaurants are participating. See here for more info, including participating restaurants and menus. Don’t miss your chance to try some of the best food in New Orleans for a steal.

Museum Month

Purchase one museum membership and get access to all participating museums for the month of August. Typically, over 20 museums participate, and some even offer discounted membership. Stay cool while museum hopping this August.

End of Summer Fests + Events

From outdoor festivals to Saints preseason football games, the end of summer has a lot to offer in New Orleans. Plan a trip around one (or more!) of these events.

Satchmo Summerfest

Celebrating the life and legacy of Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong, Satchmo Summerfest is a food and music fest that takes over the French Quarter. Held at the New Orleans Jazz Museum, expect performances in tribute to Louis Armstrong, as well as authentic New Orleans cuisine. The fest is typically the first weekend of August.

White Linen Night

White Linen Night returns on the first Saturday in August. Art galleries on the 300-600 blocks of Julia Street and the 500 Block of Saint Joseph will open their doors to patrons in the largest free art stroll in the city. With more than 20 participating galleries, live music and art installations, special giveaways, delicious bites, cocktails, and much more, White Linen Night is an opportune time to experience the best of the Arts/Warehouse District. The following Saturday,  Dirty Linen Night is hosted on nearby Royal Street in the French Quarter.

NOLA Pickleball Fest

NOLA Pickle Fest, benefitting the Brees Dream Foundation, returns every August. This unique, festival-style pickleball tournament features 24 tournament-quality PickleRoll courts, live music, a celebrity exhibition match featuring Drew Brees, VIP experiences, and much more.

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Red Dress Run

On the morning of second Saturday in August, runners dressed in red will take to the streets of the Marigny and French Quarter for an annual charity race. The event, presented by the Hash House Harriers, is a fundraiser for local non-profits. It may be a race, but lots of people go just for fun since the event ends with food and live music.

Southern Decadence

Celebrating the city’s LGBTQ+ community, Southern Decadence is an annual Labor Day weekend tradition. Over festival dates, enjoy parties, brunches, and events in the French Quarter. Check out our Ultimate Guide to Southern Decadence here and get ready to dance the night away during Southern Decadence.

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