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Best time of year to visit New Orleans
February and March with the massive Mardi Gras celebrations are considered to be the best time to visit New Orleans. Notice though, such events draw huge crowds and prices rise dramatically. Apart from the hot weather, summer brings hot deals as well, so you can enjoy COOLinary New Orleans, a month of special offers in city's restaurants. A mild period from October through November is another lovely time to explore New Orleans and to taste a wide variety of local seafood. December and January are perfect for savvy tourists as the hotel rates are low and the city substantially cools off.
9 THINGS TO DO IN NEW ORLEANS (APRIL 01 - APRIL 10)
Crawfish Season
It's crawfish time! Definitely the most important food season in New Orleans
Shrimps
Although available year-round frozen shrimps are nothing like fresh white and brown ones!
Plantation Pilgrimage
If you are in New Orleans, you just can't miss seeing the old plantations!
Oysters
Although Louisiana oysters are available year round, best time are the cooler months
Sno-Ball
Sno-ball, not snow cone, is New Orleans' favourite armour against the long summer heat
Azaleas
Enjoy the beautiful pinkish flowers blooming during this period
Hiking
Marshes, forests and bayous—there's a lot to explore around New Orleans
Louisiana Iris
A symbol of beauty, this flower even has a Krewe named after it
Lake Pontchartrain Causeway Bridge
The world's longest continious bridge over a body of water
34 THINGS TO DO OUT OF SELECTED DATE RANGE
Mardi Gras
The festival that has made New Orleans famous!
Red Dress Run
A flamboyant run in red dresses accompanied by great music and plenty of beer
French Quarter Festival
Grounded in the most famous Quarter, the festival is full of food and free of charge
Easter Parades
For New Orleanians, Easter is a special time with more parades!
World Naked Bike Ride
New Orleans has been taking part in the World Naked Bike Ride since 2009
Tennessee Williams Literary Festival
Even if you are not a fan of literature, nothing in New Orleans is ever boring!
New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival
One of a kind celebration of the unique culture and heritage of New Orleans and Louisiana
St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations
New Orleans changes the perceptions of St. Patrick's Day celebration
Voodoo Music + Arts Experience
The loudest of Halloween events in New Orleans
4th of July Weekend Events & Fireworks
The Big Easy City is great at celebrating! Summers here are hot, and so are the festivities
Mid-City Bayou Boogaloo
A joyful celebration of Louisiana food and music traditions
COOLinary New Orleans
Treat yourself to a fancy lunch or dinner in one of the city's famous restaurants offering money-saving specials for one month
White Linen Night
The SoHo of the South, the Warehouse district organizes a party of art and style
Dirty Linen Night
A counterpart of White Linen Night, Dirty Linen Night is more quirky
Oak Street Po-Boy Festival
The favourite sandwich with a unique history is a pride of New Orleans and thus gets its own festival!
Wild Alligator
Farm raised alligator is available all year, but it is also more expensive than the wild alligator, available only during this period
Swamp Tours
The most exciting and easy way to discover New Orleans’ famous swamps and bayous
NOLA ChristmasFest
Get into Christmas spirit, meet Santa and celebrate winter in New Orleans
Lundi Gras
The day before the Mardi Gras begins!
Mardi Gras King Cake
The tasty and extraordinary colourful King cake to sooth your party
Jazz in the Park
Signature New Orleans jazz in Armstrong Park every spring
New Orleans Oyster Festival
American capital of oysters presents lots of delicious ways to enjoy your favorite seafood at the annual oyster celebration
Holiday Lights
Yet another reason to celebrate in New Orleans
Southern Decadance
Known as Gay Mardi Gras, the festival is extravagant and joyful
Krewe of Boo Halloween Parade
New Orleans would never miss a chance to dress up and party
New Orleans Film Festival
No one can celebrate cinema the way New Orleans does
BUKU Music + Art Project
A vibrant mix of electronic, hip-hop, indie rock music, and large scale art
Celebration in the Oaks
A beautiful scene scattered around the City Park, Botanical Garden, Storyland, and Carousel Gardens
Rubber Duck Derby
Thousands of rubber ducks race for the grand prize of $5000
Rock 'n' Roll Marathon
What can be better than running accompanied by live bands and plenty of other entertainment?
Krewe of Jingle Parade
The official New Orleans holiday parade delights locals and visitors
Cinco de Mayo
A great excuse to party and indulge in delicious Mexican foods
Louisiana Renaissance Festival
One great adventure with festival, theatre, theme park, shopping, and educational experience
Louisiana Crawfish Festival
A delicious showcase of Cajun cuisine and seafood
