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New Orleans Events

New Orleans 2012 events

March
08
Mardi Gras

New Orleans' Mardi Gras puts a twist on history, with more than two weeks of all-out merriment involving lavish balls, street parties and more...

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March
25
Spring Fiesta

What better way to celebrate Spring and the beautiful gardens, courtyards and historic homes of New Orleans than to take part in the annual Spring...

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April
01
French Quarter Festival

An estimated 500,000 visitors cram the streets of New Orleans' French Quarter to enjoy entertainment and performances across 15 stages. A great...

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April
01
New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival

An all-round, Louisiana-style cultural feast, the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival features great music, Cajun cooking and regional crafts....

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May
01
Black Heritage Festival

Held at New Orleans' Lake Charles Civic Center, the annual Black Heritage Festival is a celebration of African-American traditions, culture, arts...

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May
01
Saints and Sinners Literary Festival

Originally conceived as an innovative way of reaching the wider community with information about HIV/AIDS and bringing the lesbian, gay, bisexual...

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July
01
Tales of the Cocktails

Food, music and libations at various venues.

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August
01
Satchmo SummerFest

New Orleans's native son, Louis 'Satchmo' Armstrong, is honoured in true New Orleans fashion at the Satchmo SummerFest. From brass bands to big...

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October
29
Voodoo Music Experience

The Voodoo Music Experience takes place during Halloween and attracts music fans from around the world. They come together for a two-day...

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