DOWNTOWN EVENTS

Holmes for the Holidays

Hyatt Centric French Quarter New Orleans 800 Iberville Street, New Orleans, LA, United States

This holiday season, Hyatt Centric French Quarter New Orleans, housed in the historic D.H. Holmes Department Store building, is stirring up nostalgia for locals and giving guests a taste of yesteryear. Inspired by the former department store’s famed displays and events, savvy travelers and locals alike can enjoy spectacular lobby decorations and special seasonal menu...

Réveillon Dinners

Multiple Locations

The Creoles, some of the city’s earliest inhabitants, celebrated the start of Christmas in the early 1800s with a big family meal when they returned home from midnight mass. Today dozens of New Orleans restaurants offer Réveillon Dinners with menus inspired by the Creole families who began the tradition. Participating restaurants have added their own...

Event Series Movies With Santa

Movies With Santa

Canal Place 333 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA, United States

Prytania Theatres at Canal Place is hosting Movies with Santa every Saturday during the holiday, starting November 25. Tickets are only $10 per person and include the movie, popcorn and a drink.

$10

Magical Christmas Arts & Crafts Show

Riverwalk Outlets 500 Port of New Orleans PL., New Orleans, LA, United States

Shop art and other creations from local vendors for some perfect last-minute gift shopping, Finish the day with The Polar Express at 5:30 p.m. on Spanish Plaza.

Free
Event Series Holmes Pop-Up Shops

Holmes Pop-Up Shops

Hyatt Centric French Quarter New Orleans 800 Iberville Street, New Orleans, LA, United States

On Saturdays and Sundays from 12pm to 6pm, a lobby pop-up at the Hyatt Centric French Quarter New Orleans will feature a variety of local vendors, including homemade candlemakers, cosmetics, vintage clothiers, and hat makers. To complement the shopping experience, guests can enjoy live music performances, including the Golden Compass Trio featuring special guest Leroy...

R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl

Caesars Superdome 1500 Sugar Bowl Dr., New Orleans, LA, United States

Top teams from the Sun Belt Conference and Conference USA will face off in the R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl. This classic face-off begins at 1:15PM.  

$60 – $80

Movies Under the Stars: Polar Express

Riverwalk Outlets 500 Port of New Orleans PL., New Orleans, LA, United States

Bring the entire family out for a special holiday movie under the stars on Spanish Plaza! Watch The Polar Express and enjoy complimentary holiday treats provided by Riverwalk Outlets.

Teddy Bear Tea at The Roosevelt

The Roosevelt New Orleans 130 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans, LA, United States

Enjoy the experience that has been generations in the making. This popular event at the Roosevelt delights and excites children of all ages! Santa and Mrs. Claus will welcome you and your children to enjoy a presentation of delicious holiday food, specialty teas, and tasty pastries, as well as sparkling wine and mimosas for Mom...

$72 – $95