R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl
2024-12-19 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Caesars Superdome, 1500 Sugar Bowl Dr., New Orleans, LA, 70112, United States
Top teams from the Sun Belt Conference and Conference USA will face off in the R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl.

Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra Holiday Spectacular
2024-12-19 19:30 - 21:30 | Orpheum Theater, 129 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans, LA, 70112, United States
Celebrate the magic of the season with this exciting annual performance of everyone’s favorite holiday tunes. This program has something for everyone and has become a holiday tradition for the LPO audience.

Tinsel & Tins at King Brasserie
2024-12-20, 2024-12-27 | Kimpton Hotel Fontenot, 501 Tchoupitoulas Street, New Orleans, LA, 70130, United States
Join King Brasserie for Tinsel & Tinis – a festive pop-up filled with sparkling decor, martini trees, and disco vibes! Sip on holiday-themed cocktails, indulge in their full menu, and strike a pose in their winter wonderland. Don’t forget to make your own stem ring at the DIY station!

NOLA ChristmasFest
2024-12-20 - 2024-12-30, 2024-12-22 - 2025-01-01, 2024-12-24 - 2025-01-03, 2024-12-26 - 2025-01-05, 2024-12-28 - 2025-01-07, 2024-12-30 - 2025-01-09 | Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, 900 Convention Center Blvd., New Orleans, LA, 70130, United States
New Orleans’ most beloved indoor, family-friendly holiday attraction returns! Escape to an enchanting winter wonderland at NOLA ChristmasFest, presented by Coca-Cola. From the awe-inspiring holiday displays including a Gingerbread Village, Giant Wreath and Tree to an expanded ice slide section, a magical ice-skating rink, exciting Carnival rides, and delightful holiday entertainment, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.

The Ritz-Carlton: Tea with Papa Noel
2024-12-20 11:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-27 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-01-03 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-01-10 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-01-17 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-01-24 11:00 - 16:00 | The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans, 921 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA, 70112, United States
Join The Ritz-Carlton in The Davenport Lounge for a special holiday celebration featuring an appearance by Papa Noel. Children will enjoy cookie decorating, viewing The Ritz-Carlton’s one of a kind gingerbread display, and other holiday surprises. Reservations required.

Teddy Bear Tea with the Victory Belles
2024-12-21 10:00 - 2025-01-04 12:00 | BB’s Stage Door Canteen, 945 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA, 70130, United States
Teddy Bear Tea is the perfect holiday experience to share with children and grandchildren—delicious food and sweet treats, lively music from the Victory Belles, and a special visit with Santa.

Movies With Santa
2024-12-21 12:00 | Canal Place, 333 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA, 70130, United States
Get ready to immerse yourself in the magic of the holiday season with a special screening of THE POLAR EXPRESs (2004) at the Prytania Theatres at Canal Place. Join Santa Claus himself as he kicks off the movie with a festive introduction, followed by a heartwarming and captivating film that will surely put you in the holiday spirit. Tickets are only $10 and include a delicious bucket of popcorn and a refreshing soda to enjoy throughout the movie. Don’t miss this opportunity to create lasting memories with friends and family as you experience the joy of cinema and the warmth of the holiday season together at Canal Place.

Winter Soul-stice at Peacock Room
2024-12-21 20:00 - 22:00 | Kimpton Hotel Fontenot, 501 Tchoupitoulas Street, New Orleans, LA, 70130, United States
On Saturday, December 21, Da Lovebirds and special guest Bruce “Sunpie” Barnes invite the public to come celebrate the first day of winter at Peacock Room at Kimpton Hotel Fontenot for a Winter Soul-stice show.

Gingerbread Lane: Boozy After Dark Bash
2024-12-22 19:30 - 22:30 | Riverwalk Outlets, 500 Port of New Orleans PL., New Orleans, LA, 70130, United States
Join the incomparable Chef Jon Lovitch on Sunday, December 22, 2024, for a night of UNFORGETTABLE fun! Bring your favorite drink, your crew, and unleash your inner cookie connoisseur as we transform the evening into a holiday wonderland! We’ll supply everything you need to craft your very own gingerbread masterpiece, all while enjoying breathtaking views of the Mississippi River and DJ Polo spinning festive tunes to keep the party vibe alive!

The Roosevelt: Teddy Bear Tea
2024-12-23 | The Roosevelt New Orleans, 130 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans, LA, 70112, United States
For decades, children of all ages have experienced the magic of the yuletide season in The Roosevelt’s beautifully assembled North Pole. This year, the time-honored celebration will once again feature singing, dancing, story-telling, and appearances from Santa and Mrs. Claus!

Réveillon Dinners
2024-12-23 | LA
Savor the same memorable Réveillon Dinner experiences at restaurants all over Downtown. The feelings of togetherness and good cheer, coupled with the memories of all that great New Orleans food, will stick to the palate of your memory forever.

The Windsor Court: Holiday Tea
2024-12-24, 2024-12-31 | Le Salon at Windsor Court, 300 Gravier Street, New Orleans, LA, 70130, United States
The Windsor Court has celebrated the traditional British pastime of afternoon holiday tea in Le Salon for over 25 years. This elegant experience is complete with delicate tea sandwiches, holiday-themed scones, and desserts. Available through December 31st.

The Roosevelt: Christmas Brunch
2024-12-25 | The Roosevelt New Orleans, 130 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans, LA, 70112, United States
The Roosevelt, New Orleans invites you and your family to take part in its Christmas brunch with delectable entrees, bottomless mimosas, and live music.

Christmas Brunch at Couvant
2024-12-25 10:30 - 14:00 | The Eliza Jane, 315 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA, 70130, United States
Inspired by the season’s abundance and in celebration of the holiday season, Executive Chef Ryan Pearson has prepared a three-course Christmas Day menu sure to gather guests to the Southern table.

New Year’s Eve at Couvant
2024-12-31 17:00 - 22:00 | The Eliza Jane, 315 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA, 70130, United States
Make your last meal of 2024 one to remember at Couvant, where contemporary French dining meets the vibrant spirit of New Orleans. Indulge in a truffle-topped butternut squash velouté, savor the richness of boeuf bourguignon and finish with decadent desserts that capture the essence of the season. This specialty three-course menu crafted by Executive Chef Ryan Pearson is a feast truly worthy of the occasion.

Allstate Sugar Bowl
2025-01-01 19:30 | Caesars Superdome, 1500 Sugar Bowl Dr., New Orleans, LA, 70112, United States
The 91st annual Sugar Bowl Classic will come to Caesars Superdome in Downtown New Orleans on New Years Day. The game will feature top teams from the Southeastern Conference and the Big Twelve Conference at the Caesars Superdome.

Winter Holiday Art Camp
2025-01-02 09:00 - 2025-01-04 15:00, 2025-01-03 09:00 - 2025-01-05 15:00 | Ogden Museum of Southern Art, 925 Camp Street, New Orleans, LA, 70130, United States
This winter break, give your child the gift of artistic exploration and a playful creative outlet. Join Myron Solomon, Museum Educator, and Ogden Teen Interns for 2 days of joyful arts and crafts projects —all inspired by bright colors, collage and Ogden Museum’s current exhibitions. Expect one to two craft projects per day to take home.
