A thunderstorm caused the delay of the Pride Parade, but it rolled on through the rain-cooled streets of the Quarter to the delight of cheering throngs.

- photos by Ellis Anderson

Concerned about his Porshe’s paint job and stray bubbles in his cocktails, a new resident on the block tries to shut down a French Quarter bar’s bubble machine. On Sunday afternoon, the community rallied in a show of support – for the bar, of course.

- photos by Ellis Anderson

In its second year, this free one-day festival at the New Orleans Jazz Museum features Gallatin Alley Records artists to the delight of music lovers from around the world.

The arts of costuming and millinery happily meet up on Easter Day in the French Quarter with three parades of opportunity for krewe members - and parade-goers - to showcase their creative finery!

- photos by Ellis Anderson

A stormy start didn’t deter those wanting a tour of hidden French Quarter courtyards during this annual Patio Planters event, – a benefit to help produce the beloved Caroling in the Square each year.

- photos by Ellis Anderson