The decision to reschedule for fall was made “following the recommendation of public health officials and with the support of the City of New Orleans,” the festival said in a statement. “We understand the impact this news brings to so many people. For fans who were traveling, we encourage you to contact your airline and
READ MOREJAZZ FEST 2020 TO BE RESCHEDULED FOR THE FALL At the direction of City of New Orleans authorities, in response to ongoing COVID-19 health concerns, the 2020 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival presented by Shell will not occur this April and May, as scheduled. The health and safety of the community, our musicians, Festival fans, participants, sponsors and staff are paramount, and we urge
READ MOREMardi Gras 2020 Falls On Tuesday, February 25, 2020 Visitors, please note: Parades will begin in January. In 2020, Mardi Gras Day is February 25. Fat Tuesday is the last day of the Carnival season as it always falls the day before Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent. The most popular time to visit New Orleans
READ MOREThe city of New Orleans will host the 2020 College Football Playoff National Championship on January 13, 2020 in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Clemson, the Fiesta Bowl Champion, will face LSU, the Peach Bowl Champion for the overall title. The event will be the sixth national championship game in the new College Football Playoff format, which
READ MORE1) Where is the New Orleans Cruise Terminal? The New Orleans Cruise Terminal is located right in the center of the city. The French Quarter is just a short drive away, as is downtown New Orleans. Nearby cities are Gretna to the south and Metairie to the northwest. Julia Street Cruise Terminal, located at 920
READ MOREWith its rich history, delicious cuisine, postcard-pretty architecture and world-class music scene, stunning New Orleans has it all. Start your sun-drenched Caribbean vacation in this unique cultural capital with a breakfast of sweet and doughy beignets, followed by cocktails at a legendary blues bar and maybe an evening ghost tour — if you’re brave enough,
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