The Omni Royal Orleans has long embodied the elegance and old-world charm that defines New Orleans at its most refined. Set in the heart of the French Quarter, steps from Bourbon Street, Jackson Square, and the galleries of Royal Street, the hotel has welcomed generations of travelers with a blend of timeless luxury and unmistakable Southern hospitality. In a city where music spills effortlessly onto the streets and cocktails are as storied as the architecture, reinvention is both an art and a tradition.
spring 2026
A New Rhythm in the French Quarter - Inside the Omni Royal Orleans's Three Maries Jazz Club and The Royal Bar
February 13, 2026
In Full Bloom - Buzz-Worthy Shows That Are Sure to Shine!
February 13, 2026
It’s time to shake off the winter blue and channel your inner social butterfly as the performing arts season buzzes with excitement. Whether you’re a fan of classical or classic rock, ballet or Broadway, you’ll discover a bountiful of lively shows that are certain to put some spring in your step.
The Legacy of P&J Oyster Company - Celebrating 150 Years
February 13, 2026
The French Quarter is often regarded as the crown jewel of New Orleans, and within this historic district, P&J Oyster Company stands out as the pearl of the local seafood industry. Celebrating its 150th anniversary, P&J has been a vital part of the New Orleans oyster scene since 1876, earning the distinction of being the oldest continuously operated oyster dealer in the United States.
On a High Note - Celebrating International Jazz Month New Orleans Style
February 13, 2026
April is a very special month at the New Orleans Jazz Museum as it happens to be Jazz Appreciation Month—no small thing with the musical form’s Big Easy roots and remarkable heritage. The apex is International Jazz Day, April 30, which was originally proposed by renowned jazz performer and composer Herbie Hancock and is sponsored by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. Launched in 2011, International Jazz Day shines a spotlight on jazz and its diplomatic role of bringing people together worldwide.
Festival Food - Keeping It Casual
February 13, 2026
Spring in New Orleans arrives like a second line through the city, with festival banners fluttering in the breeze, jazz drifting through streets, and the scent of fresh seafood, pastries, and simmering spices that lure you in. Festival season stirs the city to life, turning restaurants, whether tucked into charming neighborhoods or just beyond the Quarter, into stages where dishes shine as bright as the revelers outside and every bite feels like a celebration of the season itself.
Sipping Through Spring
February 13, 2026
Spring in the French Quarter announces itself with music in the air and a calendar that refuses to slow down. As the weather turns warms up, festival season takes hold, transforming the neighborhood into a nonstop celebration of sound, flavor, and culture. It begins with St. Patrick’s Day when a sea of men in green tuxedos and kilts flood the streets. April 16-19th is French Quarter Fest when local musicians fill stages tucked along the river and through hidden courtyards, reminding everyone why the city’s music scene is unmatched.
Springtime in NOLA Calendar of Events March-May
February 13, 2026
March 1
Irish Channel St.Patrick’s Day Parade
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day New Orleans style, and don’t miss the truly original New Orleans take on the St. Patrick’s experience, including the traditional “throws,” when parade participants shower onlookers with trinkets and, in this case, flowers, kisses, cabbage, and much more! The traditional Mass is held before the parade at St. Mary’s Assumption Church (923 Josephine Street) and is open to the public. https://www.irishchannelno.org
March 1
Irish Channel St.Patrick’s Day Parade
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day New Orleans style, and don’t miss the truly original New Orleans take on the St. Patrick’s experience, including the traditional “throws,” when parade participants shower onlookers with trinkets and, in this case, flowers, kisses, cabbage, and much more! The traditional Mass is held before the parade at St. Mary’s Assumption Church (923 Josephine Street) and is open to the public. https://www.irishchannelno.org
March 1
Masterpieces with a Mission: Martin Lawrence Gallery Redefines Art Stewardship
February 13, 2026
In an art world increasingly driven by spectacle and speed, with masterpieces often passing briefly through white-walled galleries on consignment, Martin Lawrence Gallery, at 433 Royal Street, operates by a markedly different philosophy rooted in ownership, scholarship, and long-term stewardship. For more than half a century, the gallery has quietly built one of the most significant private inventories of modern and contemporary masterworks in the world, anchored by unparalleled holdings of Andy Warhol, Marc Chagall, Erté and Pablo Picasso.
