Orlando will host the Rolling Loud festival from May 8-10, 2026, featuring top hip-hop talent and expected to boost the local economy. Pre-sale tickets are available from January 9.

Bruno Mars is returning to headline touring with "The Romantic Tour," starting on April 10 in Las Vegas, and will perform at Gillette Stadium on September 5.

Pearland’s new Klaw‑Oke Kingdom pairs claw‑machine plush hunts with private karaoke rooms. Rooms rent by the hour and party packages include BYOB options for adults.

The New Orleans weather forecast indicates fog, showers, and potential thunderstorms with high humidity and temperatures approaching 77 degrees, according to the National Weather Service.

St. Louis Park's annual New Year gnome hunt begins, with the first of four gnomes hidden and clues shared via social media and email. Participants can win an Aquatic Park pool pass.

Fort Worth welcomes visitors to its annual Stock Show & Rodeo, filled with traditional cowboy events, family entertainment, and a celebration of Texas culture from Jan. 16-Feb. 7.

The NOFD reminds everyone on social media of safety guidelines for New Orleans' Carnival, starting on Epiphany and leading up to Mardi Gras, emphasizing a secure and fun celebration.

The Paramount Theater is hosting an Elvis Presley tribute by Anthony Shore on February 19, with a preceding buffet lunch at the Olde Brick House. Tickets are $99.

Ariel Pink is slated to play the Chapel this Friday, reigniting debate over his Jan. 6 attendance and a 2017 onstage controversy at the same venue.

St. Charles is preparing for its annual Mardi Gras celebration on February 15th, featuring a parade at 11 AM and an after party. Participants can register online to join in the festivities.

New Orleans faces varied weather with initial partly cloudy skies and a chilly 40°F, transitioning to sun, then showers and thunderstorms, and gusty winds. A drier spell with sunny days is expected after.

BART is hosting "SF Sketchfest: On the Rails," a comedy show on a train, on January 24th with comics like Brent Weinbach and a silent disco twist. Tickets are $20 and available online.

Mickey Rourke disavows a GoFundMe set up in his name for eviction relief, insisting he did not authorize it despite claims otherwise from his manager's team.