6 Great Reasons to Visit New Orleans this Summer
Discover why summer in the Crescent City
offers an irresistible, edible escape
Summer in New Orleans is pure magic. The city comes alive with energetic festivals, irresistible flavors, and a spirit that captivates with its welcoming charm. As leisurely days give way to breezy nights, soak up the rich history, lively get-togethers, local flavors, and vibrant culture. There’s no better time to immerse yourself in the free spirit and warmth of the Crescent City. Here are six great reasons to make New Orleans your summer getaway—everyone is invited.
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If merely dining at the city’s extraordinary restaurants doesn’t satiate your culinary desires, consider planning your visit around the
New Orleans Wine & Food Experience, held June 11-15. This epicurean celebration brings together the city’s most talented chefs, esteemed winemakers, and passionate gourmands for an indulgent week of flavor, all with a touch of laissez les bon temps rouler. Sit in on cheeky drag brunches, attend fiery Pickleball and Prosecco gatherings, and sample thoughtfully curated Food, Wine, and Art Pairings at the Ogden Museum—each event a testament to New Orleans’ unbridled passion for culinary merrymaking.
For its thirty-first year, Black music, culture, and community come together at the ESSENCE Festival in New Orleans. Held annually during the first weekend of July, the event brings together legendary artists (this year including Boyz II Men, Jermaine Dupri, and the Isley Brothers), inspiring speakers, and cultural visionaries for a soul-stirring experience. Immerse yourself in live performances, powerful conversations, and the infectious energy of the Crescent City, where the spirit of resilience and creativity shines bright.
While New Orleans is a hub of arts and culture year-round, the
insider’s secret is that August is the ultimate time to immerse yourself in it all. That’s when the city celebrates New Orleans Museum Month— a cultural extravaganza offering access to a host of museums with just one museum membership. Learn about the city’s titans of sound at
the New Orleans Jazz Museum, then hop a street car to travel back
to the shores of Normandy on D-Day via the National WWII Museum.
New Orleans owes its unmistakable sound to influences that blend African, Caribbean, and European traditions into a singular, captivating rhythm. The soundtrack is inescapable—from jubilant second lines winding past historic architecture to soulful jazz melodies spilling out of cozy cafés. This symphony of culture, where music is not just heard but felt, deserves a fully immersive experience like Satchmo SummerFest (August 2–3). Named in honor of hometown hero Louis Armstrong, the event brings a who’s who of top jazz performers to the city for two days of joyful noise making. And on
the cusp of summer's end, don't miss the second annual Black Americana Fest in September, an emerging festival that celebrates the rich musical heritage of Black country, folk, and Americana
artists in the South.
Leave your notions of impersonal hotel swimming pools behind and dive in the New Orleans version instead. Here, rooftop pools are more than just places to cool off. Framed by historic wrought iron and tucked away amid lush tropical foliage, they are intimate retreats where history and charm converge to radiate a warm, inviting magic— plus offer the perfect refreshing dip to beat the heat before your
next outing.
From warm beignets dusted with powdered sugar at Café du Monde to the rich, savory flavors of gumbo simmered to perfection in beloved local establishments, New Orleans’ culinary reputation is nothing short of legendary. Best of all, experiencing the city’s food scene doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag. Enter Restaurant Week New Orleans,
a much-anticipated annual event that returns the third week of June, beginning on Father’s Day. It’s the perfect opportunity to indulge in multicourse meals at some of the city’s finest restaurants, all at a fraction of the usual cost. The savings continue in August during COOLinary New Orleans, when some of the city’s best restaurants offer prix-fixe menus with three-course dinners and brunches—
giving you every reason to savor even more sensational meals.
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Wine & Food Experience
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Museum Month
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Summer in New Orleans is pure magic. The city comes alive with energetic festivals, irresistible flavors, and a spirit that captivates with its welcoming charm. As leisurely days give way to breezy nights, soak up the rich history, lively get-togethers, local flavors, and vibrant culture. There’s no better time to immerse yourself in the free spirit and warmth of the Crescent City. Here are six great reasons to make New Orleans your summer getaway—everyone is invited.
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From warm beignets dusted with powdered sugar at Café du Monde to the rich, savory flavors of gumbo simmered to perfection in beloved local establishments, New Orleans’ culinary reputation is nothing short of legendary. Best of all, experiencing the city’s food scene doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag. Enter Restaurant Week New Orleans,
a much-anticipated annual event that returns the third week of June, beginning on Father’s Day. It’s the perfect opportunity to indulge in multicourse meals at some of the city’s finest restaurants, all at a fraction of the usual cost. The savings continue in August during COOLinary New Orleans, when some of the city’s best restaurants offer prix-fixe menus with three-course dinners and brunches—
giving you every reason to savor even more sensational meals.
If merely dining at the city’s extraordinary restaurants doesn’t satiate your culinary desires, consider planning your visit around the
New Orleans Wine & Food Experience, held June 11-15. This epicurean celebration brings together the city’s most talented chefs, esteemed winemakers, and passionate gourmands for an indulgent week of flavor, all with a touch of laissez les bon temps rouler. Sit in on cheeky drag brunches, attend fiery Pickleball and Prosecco gatherings, and sample thoughtfully curated Food, Wine, and Art Pairings at the
Ogden Museum—each event a testament to New Orleans’ unbridled passion for culinary merrymaking.
From warm beignets dusted with powdered sugar at Café du Monde to the rich, savory flavors of gumbo simmered to perfection in beloved local establishments, New Orleans’ culinary reputation is nothing short of legendary. Best of all, experiencing the city’s food scene doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag. Enter Restaurant Week New Orleans,
a much-anticipated annual event that returns the third week of June, beginning on Father’s Day. It’s the perfect opportunity to indulge in multicourse meals at some of the city’s finest restaurants, all at a fraction of the usual cost. The savings continue in August during COOLinary New Orleans, when some of the city’s best restaurants offer prix-fixe menus with three-course dinners and brunches—
giving you every reason to savor even more sensational meals.
For its thirty-first year, Black music, culture, and community come together at the ESSENCE Festival in New Orleans. Held annually during the first weekend of July, the event brings together legendary artists (this year including Boyz II Men, Jermaine Dupri, and the Isley Brothers), inspiring speakers, and cultural visionaries for a soul-stirring experience. Immerse yourself in live performances, powerful conversations, and the infectious energy of the Crescent City, where the spirit of resilience and creativity shines bright.
While New Orleans is a hub of arts and culture year-round, the
insider’s secret is that August is the ultimate time to immerse yourself in it all. That’s when the city celebrates New Orleans Museum Month— a cultural extravaganza offering access to a host of museums with just one museum membership. Learn about the city’s titans of sound at
the New Orleans Jazz Museum, then hop a street car to travel back
to the shores of Normandy on D-Day via the National WWII Museum.
New Orleans owes its unmistakable sound to influences that blend African, Caribbean, and European traditions into a singular, captivating rhythm. The soundtrack is inescapable—from jubilant second lines winding past historic architecture to soulful jazz melodies spilling out of cozy cafés. This symphony of culture, where music is not just heard but felt, deserves a fully immersive experience like Satchmo SummerFest (August 2–3). Named in honor of hometown hero Louis Armstrong, the event brings a who’s who of top jazz performers to the city for two days of joyful noise making. And on
the cusp of summer's end, don't miss the second annual Black Americana Fest in September, an emerging festival that celebrates the rich musical heritage of Black country, folk, and Americana
artists in the South.
If merely dining at the city’s extraordinary restaurants doesn’t satiate your culinary desires, consider planning your visit around the New Orleans Wine & Food Experience, held June 11-15. This epicurean celebration brings together the city’s most talented chefs, esteemed winemakers, and passionate gourmands for an indulgent week of flavor, all with a touch of laissez les bon temps rouler. Sit in on cheeky drag brunches, attend fiery Pickleball and Prosecco gatherings, and sample thoughtfully curated Food, Wine, and Art Pairings at the Ogden Museum—each event a testament to New Orleans’ unbridled passion for culinary merrymaking.
For its thirty-first year, Black music, culture, and community come together at the
ESSENCE Festival in New Orleans. Held annually during the first weekend of July, the event brings together legendary artists (this year including Boyz II Men, Jermaine Dupri, and the Isley Brothers), inspiring speakers,
and cultural visionaries for a soul-stirring experience. Immerse yourself in live performances, powerful conversations, and
the infectious energy of the Crescent City, where the spirit of resilience and creativity shines bright.
While New Orleans is a hub of arts and culture year-round, the insider’s secret is that August is the ultimate time to immerse yourself in it all. That’s when the city celebrates New Orleans Museum Month— a cultural extravaganza offering access to a host of museums with just one museum membership. Learn about the city’s titans of sound at the New Orleans Jazz Museum, then hop a street car to travel back
to the shores of Normandy on D-Day via the National WWII Museum.
New Orleans owes its unmistakable sound to influences that blend African, Caribbean, and European traditions into a singular, captivating rhythm. The soundtrack is inescapable—from jubilant second lines winding past historic architecture to soulful jazz melodies spilling out of cozy cafés. This symphony of culture, where music is not just heard but felt,
deserves a fully immersive experience like Satchmo SummerFest (August 2–3). Named
in honor of hometown hero Louis Armstrong, the event brings a who’s who of top jazz performers to the city for two days of joyful noise making. And on the cusp of summer's end, don't miss the second annual Black Americana Fest in September, an emerging festival that celebrates the rich musical heritage of Black country, folk, and Americana
artists in the South.
Leave your notions of impersonal hotel swimming pools behind and dive in the
New Orleans version instead. Here, rooftop pools are more than just places to cool off. Framed by historic wrought iron and tucked away amid lush tropical foliage, they are intimate retreats where history and charm converge to radiate a warm, inviting magic— plus offer the perfect refreshing dip to beat
the heat before your next outing.