Santa will be visiting local Toys R Us stores from 12 noon until 3 pm on Saturday, so bring your camera to snap a photo of your child with him and Geoffrey! Listen to storytime, decorate a gingerbread cookie, and score some giveaways at this free event!
Head downtown to see Santa in the Krewe of Jingle parade on Canal Street, Saturday at 1 pm. The parade will be followed by a block party at 2 pm in the 100 block of Baronne where you can enjoy music, games, crafts, and food!.
At the French Market on Saturday from noon until 4 pm, enjoy live music and children's activities at the St. Nicholas Day Fair. Stick around for the French Market Christmas Parade that follows the Krewe of Jingle parade about 3:30 pm.
While downtown, don't forget to stop by the Miracle on Fulton Street events by Harrah's Casino. Enjoy live music, snowfalls, and incredible Christmas decorations, including Macy's Tremendous Tree! The Christmas display at the Roosevelt Hotel is also not to be missed.
DesCours is a 10-day art and architecture event happening now. While you're out and about this weekend, take along this map and guide to show you the "hidden" artworks around the city.
Celebrate the Christmas season in a true Louisiana tradition from 5 pm to 8 pm on Saturday at the Algiers Bonfire Concert followed by the bonfire lighting at 8:15 pm.
Have a great weekend!
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Saturday, December 4, 2010
Friday, November 19, 2010
New Orleans Free and Frugal Events This Weekend
There's plenty to do around town this weekend, so if you're looking for some free fun, look no further!
On Saturday, Lowe's has it's latest installment of their Build and Grow program. This Saturday from 10 am to noon, bring the kids to make a wooden snowman!
From 6:30 am Saturday through 6:30 am Sunday, experience the fifth annual Draw-A-Thon at the Green Project. Check out performances by various artists, children's art activities, music and games, and draw all over the walls of "The Drawing Room".
From 11 am to 4 pm on both Saturday and Sunday, head to Plessy Park for Family Fringe as part of the New Orleans Fringe Theater Festival. See performances for children, arts and crafts activities, and watch the parade pass on Saturday afternoon.
Speaking of parades, if you've never experienced a New Orleans second line parade, Saturday morning is your chance. A parade to honor the memory of musician and music teacher Walter Payton Jr. will follow a brief memorial service at Preservation Hall on Saturday morning at 10:30 am and wind from Preservation Hall down St. Claude, pass McDonough No. 15 where he taught, and back through the French Quarter back to the start.
Santa Claus himself, along with Mrs, Claus, Rudolph, and Frosty, will lead another second line parade through Lakeside Mall in Metairie as he arrives on Saturday at 9:30 am.
Have a wonderful weekend!
On Saturday, Lowe's has it's latest installment of their Build and Grow program. This Saturday from 10 am to noon, bring the kids to make a wooden snowman!
From 6:30 am Saturday through 6:30 am Sunday, experience the fifth annual Draw-A-Thon at the Green Project. Check out performances by various artists, children's art activities, music and games, and draw all over the walls of "The Drawing Room".
From 11 am to 4 pm on both Saturday and Sunday, head to Plessy Park for Family Fringe as part of the New Orleans Fringe Theater Festival. See performances for children, arts and crafts activities, and watch the parade pass on Saturday afternoon.
Speaking of parades, if you've never experienced a New Orleans second line parade, Saturday morning is your chance. A parade to honor the memory of musician and music teacher Walter Payton Jr. will follow a brief memorial service at Preservation Hall on Saturday morning at 10:30 am and wind from Preservation Hall down St. Claude, pass McDonough No. 15 where he taught, and back through the French Quarter back to the start.
Santa Claus himself, along with Mrs, Claus, Rudolph, and Frosty, will lead another second line parade through Lakeside Mall in Metairie as he arrives on Saturday at 9:30 am.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Mid-week Fun in New Orleans
Wednesday is free admission to the New Orleans Museum of Art for all visitors. Stop by between 12 noon and 8 pm to take advantage of free admission and extended hours. While you're there, you might as well stop by the Besthoff Sculpture Garden to take in the scenery!
Ready to jump start the Christmas season? On Thursday at 6pm head down to Washington Artillery Park across from Jackson Square for the lighting of the French Market Christmas Tree! After the lighting, join a second line parade to Dutch Alley for some food, drink, music, and dancing!
Have a great week!
Ready to jump start the Christmas season? On Thursday at 6pm head down to Washington Artillery Park across from Jackson Square for the lighting of the French Market Christmas Tree! After the lighting, join a second line parade to Dutch Alley for some food, drink, music, and dancing!
Have a great week!
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Saints Season Opener!
Thursday marks the first game of the 2010-11 NFL season, and the first Saints game! The Saints and the NFL have put together a couple of events to help herald in the new season, so even if you don't have tickets to the game (like me), you can still partake in the festivities!
A huge stage has been set up downtown for the kickoff party and concerts. If you want to try to snag passes to the free Dave Matthews and Taylor Swift concerts, head here to sign up. I'm not sure if tickets are still available, but the sign up page is still working. The concerts will run at the same time as the parade (which will pause in front of the stage), but you'll have to arrive much earlier to get your passes and get in place.
At 5pm, a Mardi Gras-style parade, the Krewe of NFL Kickoff, will begin at Esplanade Avenue and will run down N. Peters and end at Tchoupitoulas and Julia. Expect to see many former NFL stars, including many former Saints players, on the floats!
Whether you are in the French Quarter in the midst of the celebration, or in the comfort of your own home, let's all cheer on the Saints and make it TWO DAT!
A huge stage has been set up downtown for the kickoff party and concerts. If you want to try to snag passes to the free Dave Matthews and Taylor Swift concerts, head here to sign up. I'm not sure if tickets are still available, but the sign up page is still working. The concerts will run at the same time as the parade (which will pause in front of the stage), but you'll have to arrive much earlier to get your passes and get in place.
At 5pm, a Mardi Gras-style parade, the Krewe of NFL Kickoff, will begin at Esplanade Avenue and will run down N. Peters and end at Tchoupitoulas and Julia. Expect to see many former NFL stars, including many former Saints players, on the floats!
Whether you are in the French Quarter in the midst of the celebration, or in the comfort of your own home, let's all cheer on the Saints and make it TWO DAT!
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Happy "Madden Gras"!
On Monday, head down to Fulton Square to celebrate Madden Gras - the party marking the release of the EA Sports Madden NFL '11 video game. This free event starts at 11am and is open to the public. Enjoy live music, play your favorite EA Sports games, and see sports stars including Joe Horn, Deuce McAllister, and Rickey Jackson - the first Saint to be inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame! At 7pm, check out the Madden Gras parade as it rolls from Decatur, onto Bourbon, and ends at the Jackson Square main stage where Galactic will entertain the crowds. Whether you're a Saints fan, a gamer, or a music fan, you'll be sure to be entertained at Madden Gras!
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
New Orleans Festivals this Weekend
This weekend, from Friday through Sunday, celebrate Spring in the French Quarter with the French Quarter Festival! Billed as the largest free music festival in the south, the French Quarter Festival is a "don't-miss" event this weekend. There will be incredible food and music to enjoy, and hopefully some beautiful Spring weather to go with it! Head to the website here for a list of acts and to create your own French Quarter Festival printable itinerary! In addition to the food and music, there will be plenty of activities for the kids to enjoy. Check back tomorrow for information on one of the kids' events that will be taking place.
Also this weekend is the Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival (my mouth is watering just thinking about it!). Head up I-55 to Ponchatoula - the "Strawberry Capital of the World" - and enjoy just about any dish you can think of created with fresh, delicious, Louisiana strawberries. There will be a parade, music, games, and rides for the kids.
North or south of the lake, there is plenty to do this weekend!
Also this weekend is the Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival (my mouth is watering just thinking about it!). Head up I-55 to Ponchatoula - the "Strawberry Capital of the World" - and enjoy just about any dish you can think of created with fresh, delicious, Louisiana strawberries. There will be a parade, music, games, and rides for the kids.
North or south of the lake, there is plenty to do this weekend!
Thursday, April 1, 2010
New Orleans Free and Frugal Events this Weekend
It's Easter weekend and there is plenty going on to keep you busy!
On Saturday, the East Bank Regional Library in Metairie will have a Saturday craft at 10am. This Saturday's craft is a garden painting. Stick around once you're done to celebrate National Tartan Day with bagpipe and harp performances, and Scottish dancers!
Also on Saturday over in Luling, they're having the 2nd Annual St. Charles Parish Easter Egg Hunt. Registration begins at 9:30am and the hunting starts at 10:30am. There is a suggested $2 donation per child which includes the hunt, games, and an Easter hat contest.
At 2pm on Saturday, the Alvar branch of the New Orleans Public Library will be holding yet another Easter egg hunt.
In town on Easter Sunday, you have your pick of Easter parades, some more family-friendly than others. Also on Sunday at 11am, City Park will be hosting 2 Easter egg hunts for kids: for those under 6 at Storyland, and for the older kids in the Amusement Park. For $3 admission, the kids can hunt for 9000 filled eggs!
Happy hunting and Happy Easter to all!
On Saturday, the East Bank Regional Library in Metairie will have a Saturday craft at 10am. This Saturday's craft is a garden painting. Stick around once you're done to celebrate National Tartan Day with bagpipe and harp performances, and Scottish dancers!
Also on Saturday over in Luling, they're having the 2nd Annual St. Charles Parish Easter Egg Hunt. Registration begins at 9:30am and the hunting starts at 10:30am. There is a suggested $2 donation per child which includes the hunt, games, and an Easter hat contest.
At 2pm on Saturday, the Alvar branch of the New Orleans Public Library will be holding yet another Easter egg hunt.
In town on Easter Sunday, you have your pick of Easter parades, some more family-friendly than others. Also on Sunday at 11am, City Park will be hosting 2 Easter egg hunts for kids: for those under 6 at Storyland, and for the older kids in the Amusement Park. For $3 admission, the kids can hunt for 9000 filled eggs!
Happy hunting and Happy Easter to all!
Friday, March 12, 2010
New Orleans Free and Frugal Events this Weekend
It's shaping up to be another beautiful weekend in the Big Easy! This weekend will be jam-packed with parades and other fun things to do with your families.
On Saturday, head to the Irish Channel for the 63rd annual Irish Channel St. Patrick's Day Club Mass and parade. The Mass begins at noon at St. Mary's Assumption church and the parade will follow after Mass.
Also Saturday from 10-11am, make a tabletop basketball game at your nearest Lowes Build and Grow Clinic.
In Metairie, head over to the Lakeside Shopping Center at 9:45am for the Easter egg hunt and check out the Education Expo afterwards for some summer camp ideas.
On Sunday at 11am, the St. Patrick's Day parade will roll down Metairie Road for your chance to catch even MORE produce (and some beads and trinkets, of course).
This is also the final weekend for the "Dreams Come True" exhibit at the New Orleans Museum of Art. Once the museum opens on Saturday morning at 10am, it will be open for 30 hours straight (until 5pm Sunday). This is the only North American presentation of this Disney artwork exhibit, so make sure to attend this weekend before its gone.
Finally on Sunday afternoon from 4-7pm, take the kids over to La Maison (508 Frenchmen) to experience a free jazz performance as part of the Nickel-A-Dance series. This Sunday, Detroit Brooks' Syncopated Percolators will perform. Children are welcome for these free performances.
There you have it - plenty of free and frugal things to do to get your family out to enjoy this beautiful weekend!
On Saturday, head to the Irish Channel for the 63rd annual Irish Channel St. Patrick's Day Club Mass and parade. The Mass begins at noon at St. Mary's Assumption church and the parade will follow after Mass.
Also Saturday from 10-11am, make a tabletop basketball game at your nearest Lowes Build and Grow Clinic.
In Metairie, head over to the Lakeside Shopping Center at 9:45am for the Easter egg hunt and check out the Education Expo afterwards for some summer camp ideas.
On Sunday at 11am, the St. Patrick's Day parade will roll down Metairie Road for your chance to catch even MORE produce (and some beads and trinkets, of course).
This is also the final weekend for the "Dreams Come True" exhibit at the New Orleans Museum of Art. Once the museum opens on Saturday morning at 10am, it will be open for 30 hours straight (until 5pm Sunday). This is the only North American presentation of this Disney artwork exhibit, so make sure to attend this weekend before its gone.
Finally on Sunday afternoon from 4-7pm, take the kids over to La Maison (508 Frenchmen) to experience a free jazz performance as part of the Nickel-A-Dance series. This Sunday, Detroit Brooks' Syncopated Percolators will perform. Children are welcome for these free performances.
There you have it - plenty of free and frugal things to do to get your family out to enjoy this beautiful weekend!
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