Calendar of Events In New Orleans
August 5-8, 2010
Satchmo Summer Fest is a small, free festival happens for the 8th year from August 5- 8. It features live performances by local musicians and food booths highlighting the very best New Orleans Cuisine. The best part is that it all happens at the Old U.S. Mint, just 4 blocks from our bed and breakfast! More information can be found by clicking here
September 1-6, 2010
Southern Decadence, New Orleans' Biggest Gay Festival of the year, returns for the 39th edition in 2010. There are plenty of events throughout the weekend but the best part is certainly the round-the-clock party in the streets. Click Here to find more information about Southern Decadence
September 10-12
The 4th Annual New Orleans Seafood Fest features live performances by regional musicians and food from many of our acclaimed local resatuarants. All proceeds will benefit the Louisiana Hospitality Foundation. More information can be found by clicking here.
October 16-17, 2010
The Crescent City Blues & BBQ Festival lets the Jewel of the South show her meaty stuff during this smaller celebration held in a park downtown. Sponsored by the same heritage foundation as our world renowned Jazzfest, this short festival features free live music from local musicians as well. Please find more information on the festival by clicking here.
October 28-31, 2010
In New Orleans, we'll find any excuse to celebrate in costume and Halloween is certainly a good one. Come join us for one of the most spectacular Halloween celebrations in the home of voodoo and gris-gris.
November 26, 2010
New Orleans Po-Boy Fest brings Southern Louisiana's favorite sandwich to the center stage. These french bread delicacies are honored with a young, fast growing festival held Uptown every November featuring classic Po-Boys from restaurants around the city. For more information, click here.
December 31, 2010
Everyone likes to celebrate New Year's Eve with a blast, so come join us to experience how New Orleans brings in every new year, with food, friends and plenty of toasts.
January 4, 2011
New Orleans has always been a football town, even before the Saints won the Super Bowl. Join us for one of college football's biggest games of the year, complete with all the pageantry and tradition you'd expect for the 77th Annual Sugar Bowl in the Louisiana Superdome. Click here for more information.
March 8, 2011
On Mardi Gras Day, New Orleans shuts down to appreciate the finer things in life: Costumes, Getting Together with Neighbors and Old Friends, and of course, Our Spectacular Parades.
March 17, 2011
You don't have to be Irish to enjoy St. Patrick's Day in New Orleans. Just throw on your favorite greens and enjoy parties throughout New Orleans at many of our legendary drinking establishments.
April 8-10, 2011
The French Quarter Festival is known as the local's Jazzfest for its free live music and incredible food. Enjoy both while watching steamboats roll by on the mighty Mississippi from our wonderful riverside parks. Of course, every facet of this festival is only a short walk from B&W Courtyards. For more information, click here.
April 29- May 8, 2011
The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival has set the standard for what a music festival should be for decades. Spanning two weekends and featuring some of the most popular acts in the world, Jazzfest is simply a must for anyone who enjoys music, food and making friends in a truly unique experience. Click here for more information about the festival itself, but don't forget to check out the music links above for Jazzfest shows after dark! Many of the night shows are walking distance from our Bed and Breakfast.