Mardi Gras Season
January to March, possibly the world’s biggest party, the season kicks off with the Feast of Epiphany and continues with numerous street parties, parades and balls that become increasingly frequent in the two weeks before the main day. Mardi Gras coincides with Fat Tuesday, the day before lent, and can be any Tuesday between February 3 to March 9. The city of New Orleans is absolute mayhem and craziness the week before.
The Battle Of New Orleans Commemoration
Held in early January,this festival is the annual re-enactment of the famous Battle of 1815, complete with canons and authentic uniforms
Zulu Festival
Celebrated in early February, part of Mardi Gras celebrations, this annual festival is organized by the Audubon Institute and offers a staggering variety of live entertainment and delicious food.
Dallas Autorama
Not to be missed by car lovers, this exposition displays hundreds of vehicles, ranging from vintage to latest model cars held in the month of February.
New Orleans Boat Show
This festival also takes place in mid-February and attractions include fishing demonstrations, scuba diving and numerous other exhibitions.
Black Heritage Festival
As a part of Black History Month Black Heritage Festival offers numerous exhibitions and activities highlighting African-American culture and traditions
Tennessee Williams Festival
This festival celebrates the life of author Tennessee Williams through lectures, theatrical performances and walking tours.
Louisiana Sportsmen’s Shows
Louisiana Sportsmen’s Shows offers over 400 booths covering sport fishing, hunting and boating, as well as discounts and special exhibitions.
Children’s World’s Fair
Held in mid-March and run by the Louisiana Children’s Museum for children aged 4 to 14 this festival involves sports and games, food, craft and music from 10 countries around the world.
The Strawberry Jam ‘n Toast to the Arts Festival
This is a popular music festival featuring a huge range of musical styles spread over several stages, as well as dance performances and art workshops for the kids.
Jazz Fest
Held in late April to early May, New Orleans premier Jazz celebration that also includes other musical styles and cultures of Louisiana, such as blues, Cajun, zydeco, Afro-Caribbean and swamp pop, as well as awesome food.
Annual Spring Fiesta
Spread over two weekends, and including a Home Tour of the French Quarter, Uptown and Garden District, as well as musical performances and the Presentation at Jackson Square.
New Orleans Wine and Food Experience
This festival is a celebration of food and wine from New Orleans and around the world.
Greek Festiva
As the name suggests the Greek Festival celebrates all things Greek including folk dancing, music, jewelry, art and food.
International Arts Festival
This festival celebrating music and culture from communities throughout South America, the Caribbean and Africa.
FestiGals
An all women event covering four days in the third week of June. A womens weekend festival with its base at the Hotel Monteleone in the French Quarter. Activities include a stiletto stroll, cookery demonstrations, health and wellbeing discussions and plenty more.
Ocean Fest
Celebrate Ocean Day at the Aquarium of the Americas with special presentations, performances and other events.
Go 4th on the River
On this day people celebrate Independence Day on the banks of the Mississippi with plenty of food, music and fireworks.
Swamp Pop Music Festival
This festival features the talents of local and nationally known musicians, as well as a beauty pageant, car show and Jambalaya cook-off.
Satchmo Summerfest
Satchmo Summerfest celebrates the life of famous local Louis Armstrong, with live music, seminars and plenty of food.
New Orleans Film Festival
Held in October, this festival includes screenings of films in a variety of locations, like the IMAX theatre.
VooDoo Music Experience
Another popular festival which is two days of music spread over three stages showcasing the best in pop and alternative rock.
Christmas New Orleans Style
A wide range of events and activities throughout the city including tours of 19th century decorated homes, cruises, cooking demonstrations, walking tours and gospel choirs performing in St. Louis Cathedral.
