This 4th of July might seem a little strange without
all its usual fireworks and barbecues. So, for those struggling to come up with
plans that keep in mind the safety of family and friends, Where Y'at has
come up with some ideas on how you can still celebrate.
Enjoy a picnic on the water at
Butterfly Riverview Park in Uptown
Look out at the Mississippi and enjoy a perfect
sunset view at the Fly, while also making sure to maintain a six-foot distance
from others.
Plan a kayak or paddleboard trip
through Bayou St. John
Spend your day off moseying down Bayou St. John.
For those who don't own their own boating equipment, Bayou Paddlesports rents!
Check them out here.
Stay in and support a local food
vendor by getting takeout
Enjoy a backyard meal with your household and
order in. Check out Central City BBQ for some award-winning ribs here.
Take a bike ride through the streets
of New Orleans
One of the best ways to see the city is by
bike, so get outside and take a ride. Here is a link to a bike map of
paths in and around the city.
Take the family tubing down the river
What better way to enjoy a holiday weekend than
taking the family to do a bit of swimming? Check out this article for more
information on where to go and how to plan.
It remains of the utmost importance when making
your weekend plans that you please ensure that you are maintaining proper
social distancing protocols and not putting the New Orleans community at risk.
