Attend World-Famous Events near our Downtown New Orleans Hotel

Attractions Events

At any time of year, the Crescent City offers thrilling festivals and lively celebrations, beckoning millions of visitors to the Big Easy with a vivid array of entertainment options. On your vacation to the city of non-stop action, enjoy all the activities that wait outside our downtown New Orleans hotel.

Watch as colorful floats and costumed revelers go by during Mardi Gras. Catch the pulsing beats of a local jazz band or world-famous performer at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, an annual celebration of New Orleans’ roots just five miles from our hotel. Our prime position on Rue Dauphine also places you amid the fun-filled festivities during the French Quarter Festival. After your eventful day, retreat to our downtown New Orleans hotel to refresh and relax. Upcoming events include: 

2008

January 5, 6, 7 – BCS National Championship Game

January 25 and 26 – 1st weekend of Mardi Gras

February 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 – Mardi Gras

February 15, 16, 17 – NBA All-Star Game

April 11, 12, 13 – French Quarter Festival

April 25, 26, 27 – Jazz and Heritage Festival

May 1, 2, 3, 4 – Jazz and Heritage Festival

July 4, 5, 6 – Essence Music Festival

August 29, 30, 31 and September 1 – Southern Decadence Festival

October 31 and November 1 – Halloween weekend festivities     in the French Quarter

November 28, 29 – Bayou Classic

December 30, 31 and January 1 (2009) – New Years and Sugar Bowl