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26 Things to Do in New Orleans in 2026
Your 2026 New Year's Resolution? Make it a trip to New Orleans.
New Orleans for First-Time Visitors
NOLA Newbie? Here's the lowdown on everything you must eat, drink, see, and do on your very first trip to New Orleans.
Bring a Piece of New Orleans Home With You
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Top Things to Do this Winter in New Orleans
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Mark Your Calendars Must-Do Upcoming Events
Upcoming events There’s Always Something Happening in New Orleans
Around the clock, every day, every week, every month – New Orleans has it going on and on. Just know that you’ll also find the unexpected.
Celebration in the Oaks
- New Orleans City Park
- Dec 29, 2025 - Jan 1, 2026
Fan Expo New Orleans 2026
- New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
- Jan 9, 2026 - Jan 11, 2026
Teaser Fest
- Jan 15, 2026 - Jan 18, 2026
More Reasons to Visit New Orleans This Year
Time Out's Best Food City in the World
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Travel & Leisure's #2 Travel Destination in the U.S.
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Forbes Travel Guide's Top 12 Destinations for 2025
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The Best Places to Go in the US in 2025 | Conde Nast Traveler
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#1 Food City in the World, #2 Travel Destination in the United States
New Orleans: A City Like No Other
Experience the unmatched beauty of New Orleans—where history, music, food, and celebration come together like nowhere else in the United States. From the lively sounds of jazz in the French Quarter to stunning Creole architecture, mouthwatering cuisine, and world-famous festivals, this city captivates at every turn. Whether you're strolling under the oak trees, savoring beignets, or dancing in a second line parade, there's no place quite like NOLA.
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Winter in New Orleans
The temps are mild, the celebrations are many, and the vibes are unmatched. Winter blues in New Orleans? We don't know 'em.
An Experience Like None Other Stay In New Orleans
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