Holiday Traditions

Experience New Orleans Holiday Season Traditions

In New Orleans, the holidays are celebrated with traditions as distinctive and colorful as the city itself. From Reveillon dinners to holiday parades and lots of seasonal events, you simply won't want to miss it. Explore the traditions that make the season a memorable time to visit, with festive events, seasonal food, music, and experiences found throughout the city.

The Réveillon Tradition

Celebrate the holiday season with Reveillon, a festive, multi-course dinner rooted in Creole tradition and served at various restaurants throughout the month of December.

Holiday Lights

See New Orleans shine with spectacular holiday light displays, from Celebration in the Oaks to hotel lobbies decked out for the season, and more.

Holiday Home Tours

Every holiday season, New Orleanians decorate their homes in the most festive seasonal décor, and some even open their doors for public viewing. Visit historic homes and private residences on holiday…

Holiday Parades

What better way to celebrate the holiday season than the New Orleans way, with parades! Learn everything you need to know about the holiday parade season here.

NOLA ChristmasFest

NOLA Christmasfest is an annual holiday tradition with amusement rides, Santa Claus visits, ice skating, and lots of festive family fun.