It’s Mardi Gras Season, Y’all!

It’s time to get ready for one of the best events in all of Louisiana – Mardi Gras! Time to practice those phrases, “Throw me somethin’ Mister” (well known as the proper expression to beg for beads as the floats pass) and “Laissez les bon temps rouler” (a Cajun French expression meaning “Let the Good …

Holiday Trail of Christmas Lights & Activities in Louisiana

Many cities in Louisiana host their own holiday light displays and parades during the Christmas season. Follow our trail from North Louisiana all the way through the southern part of the state. Shreveport-Bossier Make sure you’ve set aside time for your holiday cheer for these festive events that happen in Shreveport-Bossier every Christmas. The Christmas in Roseland lights display …

Visiting Louisiana Should be on Your Bucket List

Tourists visit Louisiana for a wide range of reasons, as the state offers a unique and vibrant cultural experience, along with natural beauty and diverse attractions. Here are some of the key reasons tourists choose to visit Louisiana:  Cultural Heritage: Louisiana has a rich cultural heritage influenced by French, Spanish, African, and Native American cultures. …

The Most Beautiful Churches in Louisiana

Louisiana has a rich cultural history and a strong Catholic influence which, when mixed together, creates some of the most awe-inspiring and iconic churches in the United States. As the Catholic faith was carried over by both the French and Spanish colonists, small parishes all over the state built cathedrals and places of worship that …

Why You Should Spend Christmas in New Orleans

Snow may not coat the ground and sledding may not be on the itinerary, but New Orleans knows how to throw an incredible Christmas. You’ll be feeling merry & bright this holiday season with these festive events all through December. November 29 – January 1: Celebration in the Oaks City Park is a must-see destination for …

The Cemeteries & Tours in New Orleans

Why go to a haunted house with plastic decorations and actors to get you into the Halloween spirit, when you could visit one of New Orleans’ many cemeteries and graveyards? In New Orleans, these cemeteries aren’t your usual sight and have a hauntingly beautiful uniqueness to them that makes visiting them the perfect autumn tradition. …

Festival Spotlight: Satchmo Summerfest in New Orleans

Experience the heart of New Orleans music heritage at the 19th annual Satchmo Music Festival from August 2nd-4th. This festival celebrates the life, love, and music of Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong who influenced the jazz genre in the 1920s with his inventive trumpet solos and scat singing. The toe-tappin, funky-groovy down to the bone goosebumps, jazz …

How to Celebrate the Fourth of July in Louisiana

This Fourth of July, don’t settle for an average backyard barbeque with some hot dogs and cheap fireworks. Celebrate America’s independence in true Louisiana style with parades, fireworks, live music, and delicious food. No matter where you find yourself on the Fourth, we promise Louisiana’s festive and colorful spirit will have you feeling patriotic in …

Louisiana’s Best Museums For History Buffs

It is no secret that Louisiana is filled with a rich extensive history. From being one of the first colonies for European explorers to becoming the 18th state to join the United States in 1812, to witnessing the Civil War battle in New Orleans, to the culturally diverse communities all across the state, Louisiana is …

New Year’s Eve Festivities Around Louisiana

Posted by: Mae Mayeux There is simply no better place to kick off the new year than Louisiana. Trust us: Louisianans know how to throw a party, and there are many wonderful New Year’s Eve celebrations happening in all corners of the state. Whether you want to celebrate with the kids, good friends, or the …