Anthony Leggio

Ghosts, vampires, zombies, Cajun werewolves, Voodoo Queens, blood-thirsty pirates, maniacal serial killers with an axe to grind and sadistic socialites are just a few of the scary and terrifying characters that have walked the streets of New Orleans. Their stories are a combination of fact and fiction, each earning a place in our city’s history. When you vacation in the Crescent City during spooky season, experience the lore and legend of things that go bump in the night.

The holiday season is the perfect time of the year to visit the Crescent City. In New Orleans, we like to extend our celebrations so that our holiday season stretches from December through February. The cuisine, the decorations, the events and most of all the music; no matter what holiday you visit for, we have it all. Whether you are enjoying a jazz band playing Louis Armstrong’s “Christmas in New Orleans” at one of our many Réveillon dinners or dancing in the streets to “Mardi Gras Mambo” performed by a high school band at a Carnival Parade, let the holiday magic sweep you up.

As the Carnival Season comes to an end, the city comes alive with the vibrant colors and in all the sights and sounds of Spring. From nationally renowned music festivals to local holiday parades, New Orleans blossoms during the months of March through May. Here are just some of the Spring Highlights to add to your calendar.

As the summer heat breaks and coolness creeps into the air, the fall season eases its way into New Orleans. Fall in the Crescent City is a perfect blend of food, frights and festivals. Starting with our Labor Day celebrations, the city is active throughout the holidays. And no other place in the country celebrates like the Big Easy. Be it a food dish, holiday, animal, fruit or vegetable, we will have a festival or event in its honor.