DOWNTOWN EVENTS

LUNA Fête

Ernest N. Morial Convention Center 900 Convention Center Blvd., New Orleans, LA, United States

LUNA Fête is a visionary initiative created by the Arts New Orleans to demonstrate the power of art to transform communities. This free and open to the public festival of light, art, and technology celebrates New Orleans creative industries and provides a memorable experience for diverse event attendees. 

Free

Gianna: Feast of the Seven Fishes

Gianna Restaurant 700 Magazine St Suite 101, New Orleans, LA, United States

Chef de Cuisine Jared Heider of Gianna is offering the traditional Italian-American Holiday dinner, known as the “Feast of the Seven Fishes,” for two nights only – Wednesday, December 13 at 7 pm and Wednesday, December 20 at 7 pm. A limited number of tickets are available for $130 per person, plus tax and gratuity.

$130

Sip & Shop at Sazerac House

Sazerac House 101 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA, United States

Join Sazerac House for a Holiday Sip & Shop to prepare for the gift-giving season in style. This event promises to bring the spirit to light with beautifully packaged spirited gift sets, cocktail accoutrements, clothing, barware and even fun gifts for your four-legged friends.

$12.25

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.

Photos with Santa at Riverwalk Outlets

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

Who doesn’t want to capture a picture-perfect moment with December’s most famous man? Starting on Black Friday, Riverwalk Outlets will be giving shoppers the chance to snap a shot with Santa every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday until the New Year.

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...

Photos with Santa at Riverwalk Outlets

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

Who doesn’t want to capture a picture-perfect moment with December’s most famous man? Starting on Black Friday, Riverwalk Outlets will be giving shoppers the chance to snap a shot with Santa every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday until the New Year.