French Quarterly

Fall Festival and Events

August 22, 2024
Aug. 30 - Sept. 2 – Southern Decadence

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!

Calendar of Events

May 30, 2024
June 1, 2024 - NOLA River Fest

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!

Bigger! Better!! Boozier!!!

May 24, 2023
The Royal Street Arts District is gearing up for what they are calling the best, the biggest and the booziest Dirty Linen Night yet. Traditionally, DLN falls on the Saturday after White Linen Night, the evening of the famed Red Dress Run. This year is no exception. With last year’s shop and event participation exceeding that of any past year, the team planning the event promises a new and exciting face to the much-loved Royal Street party. A new logo and web design promises to capture the essence of the city while streamlining ticket purchasing and event prep.

The French Market Springs into Action! A bevy of celebrations from Tomatoes to Pride

March 03, 2023
Now that spring has sprung, the French Market District is in full bloom with an abundance of colorful festivals and exciting events for the whole family. While there are always treasures to be discovered—from original works of fine art to kitschy souvenirs, and tasty culinary creations to dig into—these lively and entertaining socials make spending a day at the French Market a must!

Celebrate the Season French Market Style

December 15, 2022
Make your holiday season merry and bright with a visit to the historic French Market District. Celebrating 200 years of commerce, community and culture, the iconic open-air market and neighboring areas that make up the French Market District are bursting with holiday magic and good cheer.

Big Headz and Flying with Celebrities: That’s Just Perfect

December 15, 2022
Tell me if this has happened to you: you are getting ready to go to the club. Suddenly you see a dazzling, attractive, perfectly put-together version of what you think might be you, looking back at you from the mirror. Shocked, you move slowly up to the mirror and stare your reflection down as if this glorious version of you, at any moment, might suddenly vanish before your eyes. Then it doesn’t, and you realize this is going to be great night.

Yeah, this has happened to you?

Chef Milton Prudence

September 06, 2022
Chef Milton Prudence has created a legacy in Southern and Creole cuisine cooking in the Crescent City. As Executive Chef of Annunciation Restaurant, Prudence brings his unique style and taste to every dish, giving diners a true New Orleans dining experience.