Enjoy 250 hours of free entertainment featuring more than
150 musical performances on fifteen stages throughout
the French Quarter over a three-day weekend. Nearly
60 food and beverage booths located in Jackson Square,
Woldenberg Riverfront Park, and the U.S. Mint will
make up the "World's Largest Jazz Brunch," a
signature event, featuring authentic local cuisine
from renowned area restaurants.
The mission of French Quarter Festivals, Inc. is to promote
the Vieux Carre and the City of New Orleans through high
quality special events and activities that showcase the culture
and heritage of this unique city, contribute to the economic
well-being of the community, and instill increased pride
in the people of New Orleans.
Satchmo Summerfest july 31st - august 3rd, 2008
What a Wonderful World" you will discover during an entertaining
and educational weekend in the French Quarter honoring New
Orleans' native son, Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong. The
Satchmo - inspired program includes musical performances on
three stages and authentic New Orleans food at the U.S. Mint.
Satchmo SummerFest also features a children's stage and nationally
renowned speaker seminars in Dutch Alley at the French Market,
just steps from the U.S. Mint. The events start at 11:00am
and end at 7:00pm. If you are still feeling hungry, many of
the French Quarter restaurants are offering special Sizzlin'
Satchmo dinners. Please peruse the site for all the information
you will need about Satchmo SummerFest. If you would rather
talk to someone,feel free to call us at the Festival office
(1-800-673-5725) and we will be happy to assist you in any
way.
Christmas New Orleans Style December 2007
There's no place like New Orleans for the holidays during Christmas
New Orleans Style, a celebration of uniquely New Orleans holiday
activities taking place throughout December. Experience the
magic of the season in a city steeped in traditions of the
past, but with the food, music and good times of today. More
than 100 festivities are planned during the month-long event,
showcasing the cultural diversity that adds spice to the gumbo
of New Orleans' heritage.
