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Things to Do in New Orleans

Local Events, Activities & Seasonal Experiences

Discover the best things to do in New Orleans with Loews New Orleans Hotel. From seasonal celebrations and culinary events to live music, New Orleans festivals, cultural attractions, and local experiences, our happenings calendar helps you plan your visit and experience the city like a local. Whether you're traveling for business, a weekend getaway, or a special occasion, explore events near Loews New Orleans Hotel and discover what's happening throughout the city during your stay.

Explore upcoming New Orleans events and check back often for new seasonal experiences, hotel happenings, and local entertainment throughout the year.

Upcoming Events & Activities

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Dining and Culinary Events

The Playbook at Poydras & Peters

This football season, make Poydras & Peters your headquarters for every kickoff, touchdown, and victory toast.

Game Days

Dining and Culinary Events

Live Music

Gather around in our lobby and listen to the uplifting New Orleans sound of a piano player.

Every Thursday, Friday, & Saturday

Dining and Culinary Events

Happy Hour

Choose from a vast selection of craft cocktails, beer, wine, and select bar bites.

Monday - Friday

Family-Friendly Events

Lagniappe with Loews New Orleans Hotel

Through storytelling and local insights, Pelican New Orleans shares the legends, traditions, and history that make the city unique.

Enjoy anytime

Dining and Culinary Events

The Sazerac House

The Sazerac House offers a multi-story interactive museum dedicated to the cocktail culture of New Orleans.

Open Daily

Entertainment

Caesars New Orleans

Located directly across the street from the hotel is a massive casino and entertainment complex.

Enjoy anytime

Family-Friendly Events

The National WWII Museum

A brief 10-minute stroll from the lobby takes you to The National WWII Museum.

Enjoy anytime

Family-Friendly Events

Garden District St. Charles Avenue

Just three blocks away, you can board the historic St. Charles Avenue streetcar line to marvel at the Garden District.

Enjoy anytime

Entertainment

Frenchmen Street

Head down to Frenchmen Street if you want an authentic local jazz experience.

Enjoy anytime

Seasonal Events

Oktoberfest

This festival features all things German: brats, sauerkraut, pretzels, strudel, and, of course, beer!

From Friday, October 9, 2026 to Saturday, October 24, 2026 Every Friday,Saturday