DOWNTOWN EVENTS

Holiday Tea at Le Salon

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

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

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

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

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

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
Event Series Holmes Pop-Up Shops

Holmes Pop-Up Shops

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

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...

Blissmass Art Market

Camp Street Studios 822 Camp Street, New Orleans, LA

Camp Street Studios is opening its doors for a building-wide open studio and holiday sale event. In addition to studio artists selling their work, the studio will have artists selling their wares in its beautiful and historic courtyard. There will be artwork, clothing, furniture, housewares, jewelry and more.

Free

Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra Holiday Concert

Orpheum Theater 129 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans, LA

Seasonal favorites from various holiday celebrations will be performed live on the Orpheum Theater stage by LPO musicians. This family-friendly concert features holiday classics including Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, Carol of the Bells, music from the iconic film Home Alone, and more.