Experience New Orleans Events
No matter what time of year, the port of New Orleans is always bustling with action-packed events and activities for everyone. Join thousands of party-goers on Bourbon Street during Mardi Gras or dance to the rhythmic sounds of the blues and jazz at the annual New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. Check our events calendar to find out what's happening during your New Orleans vacation.
2008- January 5, 6, 7 – BCS National Championship Game
- January 25 and 26 – 1st weekend of Mardi Gras
- February 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 – Mardi Gras
- February 15, 16, 17 – NBA All-Star Game
- April 11, 12, 13 – French Quarter Festival
- April 25, 26, 27 – Jazz and Heritage Festival
- May 1, 2, 3, 4 – Jazz and Heritage Festival
- July 4, 5, 6 – Essence Music Festival
- AUgust 29, 30, 31 and September 1 – Southern Decadence Festival
- October 31 and November 1 – Halloween weekend festivities in the French Quarter
- November 28, 29 – Bayou Classic
- December 30, 31 and January 1 (2009) – New Years and Sugar Bowl
