A free two-day festival at Louis Armstrong Park returns March 28–29 with drum circles, brass bands, African dance, food and a school-band contest awarding over $50,000 in instruments.

A Reuters investigation has named a possible real identity for Banksy, prompting a tally of his 2008 New Orleans works — most are gone, a few survive inside museums and hotels.

NOMA's Art in Bloom returns March 19–22 with "Marsh Madness," featuring floral installations, a lecture, a fashion luncheon, and an online silent auction.

The NOLA City Council celebrated Mardi Gras, highlighting the festival's cultural importance and positive impact on New Orleans' community and economy.

The Krewe of Prophets of Persia marked 100 years with a private centennial ball at the Orpheum, spotlighting museum‑level costumes, closed courts and long family ties.

Tulane’s Book Fest expands its lineup and campus footprint for March 12–15, 2026, adding marquee authors and making Sunday a full Family Day. The free festival will spread across Tulane’s uptown campus.

Wynton Marsalis, a New Orleans native and longtime leader of Jazz at Lincoln Center, will step away from day-to-day leadership in a phased transition through 2028.

The Meters have tacked on a Fillmore night and a Saenger reunion during Jazz Fest, with Ivan Neville stepping into his uncle’s keyboard seat.

The director of Versailles toured St. Louis Cathedral as plans and fundraising coalesce for a multiyear restoration of the French Quarter landmark.

The Slidell Art League won the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 19th Annual President's Arts Awards, recognized for its commitment to promoting arts in the St. Tammany Parish community.

The Bayou Classic in New Orleans combines HBCU pride, music, and black entrepreneurship, with events like the Greek Show and Battle of the Bands, as well as the Bayou Business Bowl for student entrepreneurs.

Lil Weezyana Fest is returning to New Orleans, featuring Lil Wayne and a Hot Boys Reunion, with the artist set to receive the Key to the City and a Career Achievement Award.

Looking for fun, entertaining events and activities to check out in New Orleans this weekend? Here are top picks with dates, times, locations and ticket links.