New Orleans Events
Community
Louisiana Vintage Festival Debuts in New Orleans
News Summary New Orleans will host its first Louisiana Vintage Festival on August 23 at the House of Blues, featuring over 40 vendors of vintage clothing and accessories. With tickets...
Jefferson Parish to Host Inaugural Disc Golf Pro Tour Event
News Summary Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, will host the first-ever Disc Golf Pro Tour tournament, the Big Easy Open, at Parc des Familles. Scheduled for March 13-15, this event marks a...
Community Remembers Michael Joseph Scallan
News Summary The LaPlace community is mourning the passing of Michael Joseph Scallan, a dedicated family man and member of St. Joan of Arc Parish. Known for his unwavering faith...
Mardi Gras Service Returns to the Gulf Coast
News Summary Amtrak has launched the Mardi Gras service, connecting New Orleans and Mobile, marking a significant return of passenger rail service. Inaugurated on August 16, it revives a vital...
Mara Rothstein Kupperman: A Legacy of Love and Community
News Summary Mara Rothstein Kupperman, a beloved community figure and family member, passed away recently at 73. Known for her belief in the value of family, she leaves behind her...
Amtrak’s Mardi Gras Train Service Returns to New Orleans
News Summary Amtrak’s Mardi Gras line resumed service, connecting New Orleans with Biloxi and Mobile, marking the first passenger train operations in the Gulf Coast since Hurricane Katrina. The inaugural...
New Orleans Saints Achieve Highest Preseason Viewership
News Summary The New Orleans Saints recorded the highest Nielsen viewership rating in the NFL preseason, reaching a 23.5 household rating. This is a 10% increase from last year. Local...
New Orleans Pelicans Announce 2025-26 NBA Schedule
News Summary The New Orleans Pelicans have released their schedule for the upcoming NBA regular season, which starts on October 22, 2025, against the Memphis Grizzlies. Fans can look forward...
Trader Joe’s Opens New Location in New Orleans
News Summary Trader Joe’s is set to unveil its first store in New Orleans, marking a significant milestone for the city’s Tulane Avenue corridor. Located at 2501 Tulane Avenue, the...
Festivals
Louisiana Vintage Festival Debuts in New Orleans
News Summary New Orleans will host its first Louisiana Vintage Festival on August 23 at the House of Blues, featuring over 40 vendors of vintage clothing and accessories. With tickets...
New Orleans Hosts Folk Alliance International Conference
News Summary New Orleans will be the host city for the 38th annual conference of Folk Alliance International, taking place in January 2026. This significant event will feature over 150...
Mardi Gras Service Returns to the Gulf Coast
News Summary Amtrak has launched the Mardi Gras service, connecting New Orleans and Mobile, marking a significant return of passenger rail service. Inaugurated on August 16, it revives a vital...
Amtrak’s Mardi Gras Train Service Returns to New Orleans
News Summary Amtrak’s Mardi Gras line resumed service, connecting New Orleans with Biloxi and Mobile, marking the first passenger train operations in the Gulf Coast since Hurricane Katrina. The inaugural...
New Orleans Commemorates 20 Years Since Hurricane Katrina
News Summary New Orleans is marking the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, a devastating storm that caused catastrophic damage and loss of life in August 2005. The city reflects on...
Yelp Hosts Big Easy Bash to Celebrate Local Businesses
News Summary Yelp is organizing the Big Easy Bash, a fundraiser that supports Common Ground Relief and celebrates local businesses in New Orleans. Scheduled for August 23 at Common House,...
New Orleans Implements New School Zone Safety Measures
News Summary The City of New Orleans Department of Public Works is enhancing safety in school zones with new roadway markings and activated beacons, following Louisiana Senate Bill 99. The...
Amtrak to Launch Mardi Gras Service Between New Orleans and Mobile
News Summary Amtrak is reintroducing passenger rail service between New Orleans and Mobile, set to begin on August 18, 2025. The Mardi Gras Service will operate twice daily, offering convenient...
Cleveland Chef Wesley True Crowned King of American Seafood
News Summary Chef Wesley True from Cleveland, Tennessee, won the title of 2025 King of American Seafood at the Great American Seafood Cook-Off in New Orleans. His award-winning dish featured...
Holidays
New Orleans Celebrates National Oyster Day
News Summary On August 5, New Orleans will honor National Oyster Day, highlighting the city’s rich culinary traditions centered around oysters. Various local establishments will showcase diverse oyster preparations, from...
New Orleans Lakefront Easter Celebration Adjusts to New Norms
News Summary This year’s Easter celebration at the New Orleans Lakefront focused on safety with increased security measures and reduced crowd sizes. Families enjoyed a more subdued atmosphere, with extra...
New Orleans Faces Severe Weather Alert as Tornado Threat Looms
News Summary New Orleans residents are urged to prepare for potential severe weather this weekend, with meteorologists warning of possible tornado outbreaks and damaging winds. After a chilly Friday, temperatures...
Theater
New Orleans Hosts Folk Alliance International Conference
News Summary New Orleans will be the host city for the 38th annual conference of Folk Alliance International, taking place in January 2026. This significant event will feature over 150...
2025 Essence Festival of Culture Celebrates Black Heritage
News Summary The 2025 Essence Festival of Culture is taking place in New Orleans, celebrating Black culture with a spotlight on hip-hop and the legacy of Master P’s No Limit...
Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre Announces Auditions
News Summary Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre in New Orleans is set to hold auditions for its upcoming 2025-26 season. Aspiring actors can audition in person or submit video...
Mike Gordon Celebrates Birthday with Memorable Performance
News Summary Mike Gordon marked his 60th birthday with a remarkable performance at the Joy Theater in New Orleans. The concert featured a new band lineup and surprise guests, showcasing...
New Orleans to Host ESSENCE Festival of Culture
News Summary The ESSENCE Festival of Culture returns to New Orleans, celebrating 55 years of Black culture with a packed lineup of performances and community events slated for the weekend...
Broadway’s THE WIZ to Perform in New Orleans
News Summary Broadway in New Orleans will present the musical THE WIZ at Saenger Theatre from May 13 to May 18. A lottery ticket policy allows fans to access $39...
Le Petit Theatre Presents ‘Doubt: A Parable’
News Summary Le Petit Theatre in New Orleans is showcasing the thought-provoking play ‘Doubt: A Parable’ from May 1 to May 18. This production addresses complex themes of faith, morality,...
Doubt Set to Take the Stage in New Orleans
News Summary Le Petit Theatre in New Orleans is set to showcase the acclaimed Tony Award-winning play ‘Doubt’ from May 1 to May 18, 2025. Written by John Patrick Shanley,...
New Orleans Prepares for 55th Annual Jazz & Heritage Festival
News Summary New Orleans is set to host the 55th annual Jazz & Heritage Festival from April 24 to May 4, 2025. With over 500,000 attendees expected, the event will...
