- The French Quarter, also known as Vieux Carré, which translates to "Old Square" in French, is the historic heart of New Orleans and home to the oldest residential community in America, with over 4,000 residents and 15 million visitors annually. The oldest surviving residence is Madame John's Legacy built in 1789.
French Quarterly
Did You Know? Fun Facts About the French Quarter
February 24, 2025
Springtime in NOLA Calendar of Events March - May
February 24, 2025
Mar. 3, 2025
Zulu Lundi Gras Festival
Game On! spotlight on Super Bowl LIX
November 18, 2024
The Super Bowl LIX Opening Night: Monday, February 3, 2025
Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana
Opening night celebrates the arrival of the AFC and NFC champions in New Orleans with an opportunity for fans to attend the event with players and coaches. Family-friendly activities, photo opportunities, and Exclusive NFL Shop merchandise will be available. Tickets will be $20. Fans can register their interest in purchasing tickets on NFL.com/SuperBowlLocal or by downloading the NFL OnePass app.
Super Bowl Experience (Feb. 5 – 8, 2025)
Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana
Opening night celebrates the arrival of the AFC and NFC champions in New Orleans with an opportunity for fans to attend the event with players and coaches. Family-friendly activities, photo opportunities, and Exclusive NFL Shop merchandise will be available. Tickets will be $20. Fans can register their interest in purchasing tickets on NFL.com/SuperBowlLocal or by downloading the NFL OnePass app.
Super Bowl Experience (Feb. 5 – 8, 2025)
Winter Calendar of Events
November 18, 2024
Our New Orleans winters may be mild but the number of festivals, events and happenings in the city December through February are not. The Crescent City has an extended holiday/winter season of events, creating a magical and enchanting city for all visiting. From Christmas to Mardi Gras and all the other exciting events in between, our city has something for everyone. Here are just a few highlights to check out.
Prospect.6 (Nov. 2, 2024 – Feb. 2, 2025)
Prospect.6 (Nov. 2, 2024 – Feb. 2, 2025)
Things Are Heating Up at The French Market
May 30, 2024
Featuring an open-air flea market with casual, café style eateries, top-notch boutiques and shops, a craft bazaar and farmers’ market, no visit to the Big Easy is complete without a trip to the historic French Market District. Wander through the flea market where you’re sure to discover a colorful array of unique souvenirs, original works of art, locally made crafts and culinary delights. And if you need even more of a reason to visit the world-renowned market, summertime is packed with sizzling events and hip happenings that are sure to shine!
Experience the Magic of The French Market
November 27, 2023
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, so gather your family and friends and head to the historic French Market District for a day of yuletide fun. Celebrating 200 years of commerce, community and culture, a visit to the iconic French Market District is sure to be the star on the top of your tree!
The French Market - Everything Under The Sun
May 24, 2023
There’s always plenty of fun to be had in the French Market District, from shopping for original artwork, locally made crafts and unique souvenirs to satisfying your culinary cravings. And as if you need even more of a reason to visit, this summer there’s no shortage of cool events and hip happenings that are sure to shine!
