DOWNTOWN EVENTS

Roosevelt New Orleans Lobby Lighting

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

The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel, will once again capture the essence of the holidays with the long-awaited lighting of the Waldorf Wonderland in the hotel’s lobby. Sparing no effort, the hotel’s city block-long holiday display is set to feature hundreds of thousands of lights and festive bows and garlands creating an impressive...

Free
Event Series Jingle & Jester at the Eliza Jane

Jingle & Jester at the Eliza Jane

The Eliza Jane 315 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA, United States

Join the Eliza Jane for holiday libations and light bites, while soaking in the ambiance of its enchanting spaces. Warm up your spirits at the Boozy Hot Cocoa Bar where you can choose from an array of toppings and liqueurs to create your signature cocoa masterpiece. Jingle & Jester runs daily November 29th- January 6th.

Event Series Jingle & Jester at the Eliza Jane

Jingle & Jester at the Eliza Jane

The Eliza Jane 315 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA, United States

Join the Eliza Jane for holiday libations and light bites, while soaking in the ambiance of its enchanting spaces. Warm up your spirits at the Boozy Hot Cocoa Bar where you can choose from an array of toppings and liqueurs to create your signature cocoa masterpiece. Jingle & Jester runs daily November 29th- January 6th.

Holiday Tea at Le Salon

Le Salon at Windsor Court 300 Gravier Street, New Orleans, LA, United States

If you’re looking to truly experience the seasonal grandeur, there’s no better time than during the traditional pastime of Holiday Tea in Le Salon at Windsor Court. Don’t miss this elegant holiday tradition complete with delicate tea sandwiches, and holiday-themed scones and desserts. Reservations are required. 

$55 – $80

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...

Louisiana Christmas Day

BB's Stage Door Canteen 945 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA, United States

Celebrate the holidays, Louisiana-style. The Victory Belles will take you on a musical tour from the raucous Cajun bayous to the splendors of caroling in historic Jackson Square. Hear your favorite yuletide tunes like “Have a Holly Jolly Christmas,” “Christmastime in New Orleans,” and “White Christmas” as you spend the holidays at BB’s Stage Door...

$22 – $60

A Day with Santa

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

Canal Place offers families the opportunity to spend the day with Santa Claus on Saturday, December 2nd. This jam-packed experience features a special Grinch-themed breakfast followed by movies and selfies with Saint Nick himself.

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

LCMC Children’s Hospital Holiday Parade

Throughout New Orleans

This family-centered Holiday Parade is back and will be even bigger and better this year. The parade will start from The French Market with an extended route through Downtown and will end with a post-parade holiday experience and concert in Lafayette Square. 

Free