First, bring
the whole family to Thrillville for an unforgettable carnival
experience. You'll enjoy over 30 rides, food, games, and performances from Aquatic Acrobatics, Dominguez Circus, and Sea Lion Splash. Local artists like Bag of Donuts, Rockin' Dopsie, and
Amanda Shaw will also be there to bring the fair to life. The fair will take
place at the Shrine on Airline from Friday, March 4 to Sunday,
March 13. It's sure to bring a smile to your face! 6000 Airline Dr.,
Metairie, thethrillville.com/metairie
If you love
puppies, then make sure to head on over to the Krewe du Pooch Dog Parade on
Saturday, March 5, at 12 p.m. Watch as people and dogs of all breeds and sizes
move in pretty carriages and wagons for this year's theme, "A Fairy Tail." Keep your eyes peeled--you might see your
favorite storybook or Disney character in the parade! There will also be pet
adoptions, food trucks, and live music after the parade. 2623
Lakeshore Dr., Mandeville, 985-624-3147, krewedupooch.org
Arts District of New Orleans (ADNO) will welcome art enthusiasts back to their First
Saturday Gallery Exhibits on Saturday, March 5. Enjoy an evening stroll
along Julia Street as you admire paintings, drawings, and other works of art
from local artists. You'll also enjoy musical and culinary creations along the
way as you relish the art of the city's pleasing aesthetics! Visit the Arts
District's website to see participating galleries. Julia St., 225-205-9416, artsdistrictneworleans.com
Finally, how
about live music? Don't forget to catch Jazmine Sullivan: Live at Fillmore on
Sunday, March 6, at 7 p.m. She'll perform hits from Heaux Tales, Mo' Tales
such as "Pick Up Your Feelings," Girl Like Me," and "On It." If you enjoyed her
performance at Essence Fest and the House of Blues, you'll love this year's concert as part of "The Heaux Tales
Tour!" 6 Canal St., 504-881-1555, facebook.com/TheFillmoreNOLA
