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Chewbacchus Parade 2026
The force was with the Krewe of Chewbacchus as they navigated through the hyperspace of the French Quarter – just ahead of a galactic cold front.
- photos by Shawn Fink
Krewe Mosaïque Parade 2026
Fifteen independent krewes come together to make up one of the newest - and earliest – parades to march through the French Quarter, this year delighting crowds who braved frigid winds.
- photos by Scott Saltzman
Baby Dolls: Blessing of the Streets 2026
Each year, Baby Dolls from around New Orleans gather at the Jazz Museum to honor tradition and bless the streets for the coming Carnival season.
- photos by Ellis Anderson
Joan of Arc Parade 2026
The 18th annual procession through the Quarter honoring Joan of Arc’s birthday changed routes to avoid road construction, but merry throngs were undeterred, lining the streets to welcome the Maid of Orleans and the opening of Carnival season.
- photos by Ellis Anderson
French Quarter Holiday Home Tour 2025
The venerable community organization, Patio Planters of the Vieux Carré, hosted the annual tour which helps fund the popular Caroling in the Square that follows later in the day.
- photos by Ellis Anderson
Caroling in Jackson Square 2025
Since 1946, Patio Planters of the Vieux Carre has hosted a candlelit caroling in Jackson Square, a generational holiday tradition for many New Orleanians.
- photos by Melanie Cole
The Jazz Museum Meets Storyville: the 2025 Improvisations Gala
The New Orleans Jazz Museum collaborated with the Storyville Museum for a sassy theme that included jazz, gaming, and burlesque – making for an unforgettable evening!
- photos by Cheryl Gerber and Scott Saltzman
Children’s Holiday Parade 2025
Rescheduling from Saturday to Sunday because of foul weather didn’t dampen the spirits of paraders – or parade-goers – for this 4th annual event.
- photos by Shawn Fink
Dia de Los Muertos Procession 2025
Krewe De Mayahuel’s annual gathering and procession through the Bywater to the St. Roch Cemetery remembers and celebrates loved ones who have passed.
- photos by Shawn Fink
Krewe of Boo Parade 2025
Krewe of Boo rolls through New Orleans – despite rain and heavy construction in the French Quarter.
- photos by Cheryl Gerber
Swampus Parade 2025
Leave it to the Krewe of Krampus – who even manage to make Christmas a little spooky – to host this 2nd annual parade featuring dozens of local marching clubs, all showcasing creepy creativity and alternatives to zombie plastic throws.
- photos by Melanie Cole
River Fest 2025
For the past decade, this festival at the New Orleans Jazz Museum has offered food, music and educational panels to help educate locals and visitors alike about sustainability and restoration of the Mississippi and our coastal waters.
- photos by Scott Saltzman
Southern Decadence Parade 2025
A later starting time and cooler temps – at least for New Orleans in August– made this celebration one of the most flamboyant yet!
- photos by Cheryl Gerber
2025 Mermaid Parade
This annual benefit by the Krewe Du Fool for the Audubon Institute’s Education Department welcomed little minnows, mermaids and mermen and all things oceanic.
- photos by Melanie Cole
The French Quarter’s Last Remaining School Reopens
When the “Little Red Schoolhouse” closed two years ago, the neighborhood feared the historic building would be commercially developed. But this week, officers from the 8th District and “Patch,” their mini-horse mascot, welcomed Lyceé Francais students back to the French Quarter.
- photos by Shawn Fink
Night of 1000 Mona Lisas
When Mona Lisa Restaurant was told they’d have to move because of new building ownership, the community rallied, planning this event in support. Happily, by the time it took place, the restaurant learned it was staying put, making the block party a celebration of the neighborhood icon.
- photos by Shawn Fink
Amtrak Mardi Gras Line: The Inaugural Run
The new Mardi Gras line between New Orleans and Mobile was thirty years in the making, so every city on the route celebrated the inaugural run on August 16th - starting in the Crescent City.
- photos by Ellis Anderson
Satchmo Summerfest 2025
The annual festival celebrating Louis Armstrong’s birthday celebrated its own 25th anniversary this year – in a wonderful world kind of way.
- photos by Scott Saltzman and Odette Harmsen
Amtrak’s Mardi Gras Train Service Begins August 18, 2025
On July 1, a progressive series of press conferences moved across the coast of Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana, when Amtrak announced the start date of its long-awaited Mardi Gras train service between Mobile and New Orleans. Tickets for the first day sold out by late afternoon.
- photos by Scott Saltzman, Gregg Martel, Dena Temple, and Ellis Anderson
Go 4th on the River 2025
The annual Go 4th on the River event brings families, visitors and locals down to the riverfront in the French Market District for fun and fireworks - which never disappoint!
- photos by Shawn Fink