New Orleans Events

Smiling man in sunglasses holding toddler girl with bow at outdoor fried chicken festival under blue sky

National Fried Chicken Fest to Host "Meet the Candidates" Experience
People in silver space-themed costumes parade beside a large illuminated float reading Space Vikings at night.

Krewe of Chewbaccus Announces 2026 Theme & Royalty
Three musicians performing live on stage at Crescent City Blues and BBQ Festival with guitars and drums.

18th Annual Crescent City Blues & BBQ Festival to Return in October
Cast of a theatrical play standing on stage with a diner set and neon pie sign in the background.

“Waitress” is Baked to Perfection
Two street musicians perform against a brick wall, one playing electric guitar and singing, the other playing saxophone.

New Orleans Music Census Sessions to Provide Business Education for Local Musicians
[Image courtesy of Compère Lapin Website]

Compère Lapin to Host Multi-Chef, Collaborative Charity Dinner
German flag with black, red, and yellow stripes waving on a flagpole against a clear blue sky.

Fröhliches Oktoberfest! Ten Places to Celebrate in NOLA, German-Style
Man in black clerical collar raising finger and shouting while older man in tan suit watches in room.

New Orleans Film Festival Announces Closing Night, Spotlight, and Centerpiece Films