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New Orleans, Louisiana, is a city steeped in history, culture, and a sense of the supernatural. Known for its vibrant music scene, delicious cuisine, and unique architecture, it also boasts a rich array of ghostly tales, folklore about vampires and werewolves, and the mysticism of voodoo. A haunted ambiance hangs heavy in the air, intertwining the city's cultural heritage with its spectral legends.

June 7–8, 2025
The French Market Creole Tomato Festival
The 39th Annual French Market Creole Tomato Festival is a cherished summer tradition in New Orleans that honors the region's renowned Creole tomatoes through food, music, and family activities. This signature festival marks the official start of summer, featuring fresh local produce, live entertainment and a variety of tomato-based dishes. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The festival takes place at the historic French Market, located at 1235 N. Peters St. This free and open-to-the-public event spans the French Market district, from Dutch Alley to Farmers Market.

Following the inspiring announcement of Robert Francis Prevost as the first American pope, Historic New Orleans Collection's genealogist Jari C. Honora made a remarkable discovery, shedding light on the pontiff's maternal grandparents who were Creoles of color from the Seventh Ward. A groundbreaking moment unfolded on May 8 as Robert Francis Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, was elected, breaking barriers as the first American and Creole pope. Jari C. Honora made this thrilling discovery about the pope's Creole ancestry just hours after the papal announcement was made public.