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ENTERTAINMENT & EVENTS

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Special Events

  • Celebration in the Oaks
    1 Palm Drive • New Orleans, LA 70130
    504-483-9415
    Choose to drive or stroll through this magical lighting display which attracts over 500,000 visitors annually. Local groups entertain each evening, concessions are available at the Coffee Christmas Cafe and Santa visits to make your tour memorable.

  • International Gem & Jewelry Show
    4545 Williams Boulevard • Kenner, LA 70065
    Held at the Pontchartrain Center
    301-294-1640
    Founded in 1967, in the Washington, D.C. area by Herbert A. Duke Sr., the renowned International Gem & Jewelry Show features exhibitors selling the highest quality loose gems, gold, silver, estate jewelry, beads, accessories and much more all at the best possible prices. This International Gem & Jewelry Show will take place January 8-10, 2010.

Cinema

  • Entergy IMAX Theatre
    1 Canal Street • New Orleans, LA 70130
    Next to Audubon Aquarium of the Americas
    504-581-IMAX, 800-774-7394
    One of only six IMAX theatres in the world with a spectacular flat screen, this five and a half story theatre features 12,000 watts of high definition surround sound that will transport you to faraway places without ever leaving your seat. The film used on the screen is the largest in the world and there are 2D and 3D adventure films shown every hour, on the hour.

Night Life

  • LePhare
    523 Gravier Street • New Orleans, LA 70130
    Located in the Central Business District
    504-636-1890
    "A contemporary interpretation of traditional New Orleans experiences related to drinks, music and entertainment."

  • Monkey Hill Bar
    6100 Magazine Street • New Orleans, LA 70118
    Located in Historic Uptown
    504-899-4800
    Monkey Hill offers a wide selection of martinis, wines and beers. Monkey Hill also features live music each month.

  • Fritzel's European Jazz Pub
    733 Bourbon Street • New Orleans, LA 70116
    Located in the French Quarter
    504-561-0432
    The home of traditional jazz in the French Quarter, this lively jazz pub offers live Dixieland jazz every weekend plus features late night jam sessions after the other clubs close. The Jazz Reunion Fest is held here annually from late March through May.

  • Krazy Korner
    640 Bourbon Street • New Orleans, LA 70130
    Located in the French Quarter
    504-586-9843
    The Krazy Korner is a place where many of the recording artists of the 50's and 60's would come to visit. It is known as a fun place to be and a good place on Bourbon Street to enjoy rhythm and blues.

  • Old Absinthe House
    240 Bourbon Street • New Orleans, LA 70130
    French Quarter
    504-523-3181
    Enjoy classic cocktails in this historic tavern that was built in 1807 and boasts the motto, "Everyone you have known, or will ever know, eventually ends up at the Old Absinthe House!" This historic house is one of the most prominent and popular taverns in New Orleans and features such specialty drinks as Sazerac and Absinthe House Frappe. The walls are lined with jerseys and helmets of many famous football legends.

  • Storyville District
    125 Bourbon Street • New Orleans, LA 70116
    French Quarter
    504-410-1000
    Established in 1898 as a municipal experiment into legalized prostitution that thrived until the puritanical views of World War I began to flourish, this first class establishment features three different tastefully decorated rooms that offer classy jazz, blues, and rhythm and blues music starting in the early afternoon. Most nights feature a dinnertime "Jazz Jam" with a rotating lineup of well-respected musicians.

  • Top of the Mart
    2 Canal Street • New Orleans, LA 70130
    33rd Floor of the World Trade Center
    504-522-9795
    The largest revolving rooftop bar in the world, this exclusive bar is decorated in a classic 70's style and offers a fantastic view of the French Quarter and the river. This popular, unique establishment is rated Number One by the New York Times for its light food and specialty drinks and features a circular map with points as far out as the airport that help patrons identify landmarks as the lounge creeps serenely and surreally along.

  • Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop
    941 Bourbon Street • New Orleans, LA 70130
    French Quarter
    504-523-0066
    Once a blacksmith shop operated by the brothers Lafitte, infamous pirates, this all time favorite tourist attraction in the Quarter was built sometime before 1772 and is one of the few remaining original "French architecture" structures in the French Quarter. Small, dark, and cozy, this tavern and watering hole serves the best Hurricanes in the area, as well as an array of other specialty drinks plus features live music and a piano bar.

  • Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro
    626 Frenchmen Street • New Orleans, LA 70116
    504-949-0696
    "New Orleans' premier jazz club," Snug Harbor offers nightly modern jazz shows with sets beginning at 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. A variety of regional cuisine, including fresh seafood and steaks, is also available.

  • Famous Door
    339 Boubon Street • New Orleans, LA 70130
    French Quarter
    504-522-7626
    One look at the list of famous entertainers and guests listed outside the door will tell you why this fantastic club is called the "Famous Door." A disc jockey takes over during band breaks to provide you nonstop entertainment. Harry Connick Jr. started his musical career at this club.

  • Howlin' Wolf
    828 South Peters Street • New Orleans, LA 70130
    Warehouse District
    504-523-2551
    Named the "Best Rock Club in New Orleans" by Offbeat Magazine for five consecutive years, this club is one of the premier live music venues in the city with a wide mix of local and national rock, alternative rock, jazz, blues, and roots music performed by established and new musicians. Shows begin at 10:00 p.m.

  • Lion's Den, The
    2655 Gravier • New Orleans, LA 70122
    504-822-4693
    Owned and operated by New Orleans' own Queen of Soul, Irma Thomas, and her husband, this R&B club presents performances by the Queen herself on a regular basis. When she's not touring the globe, she whips up some red beans and rice for everybody on Mondays.

  • Mother-In-Law Lounge
    1500 North Claiborne Avenue • New Orleans, LA 70116
    504-947-1078
    Original owner Ernie "Mother-In-Law" K-Doe performed with this rhythm and blues band every Saturday night before his death in 2001. His wife, Antoinette, keeps his spirit alive with photographs and music in this relaxing lounge club.

  • Maple Leaf Bar
    8316 Oak Street • New Orleans, LA 70118
    504-866-LEAF
    Ornate pressed tin walls reflect the sound of R&B, Zydeco, jazz, funk, and Cajun music from a stage that opens onto the street at this no-frills neighborhood bar that is renowned for offering top flight local and regional music. Music starts at 3 p.m. daily.

  • Jimmy's Club
    8200 Willow Street • New Orleans, LA 70118
    504-865-9190
    Award-winning 6,500 square foot club that is one of New Orleans' premier live music spots and features acoustic acts, college and new bands, and local rock and blues music.

  • Carrollton Station
    8140 Willow Street • New Orleans, LA 70118
    Corner of Dublin and Willow Streets
    504-865-9190
    A classic New Orleans neighborhood bar, this bar and music club is one of the best live music venues, as well as one of the best bar rooms in New Orleans. Local and acoustic acts are features, as well as established performers and up-and-coming talent. A full array of draft and bottled beers, liquor choices, and specialty drinks are available at the bar.

  • Pat O'Brien's
    718 Saint Peter Street • New Orleans, LA 70116
    French Quarter
    504-525-4823, 800-597-4823
    No trip to New Orleans is complete without a stop at this delightful venue. Whether you sample the world famous rum drink 'The Hurricane' or just visit with friends in the Piano Bar or on the beautifully decorated patio with a flaming water fountain, you will want to have a souvenir photo taken.

  • Gold Mine Saloon
    705 Dauphine Street • New Orleans, LA 70116
    504-586-0745
    One of the most frequented dance clubs in New Orleans, this fun and exciting club is the perfect dance club for the twenty and thirty-something crowds and features a wide range of music that includes Euro, Latin, hip-hop, and rap. The club usually stays open late and also features a wide assortment of beers and spirits, pool tables, and video games. Open Thursday through Saturday, holidays & special events from 7 p.m. - until.

  • Tricou House, The
    711 Bourbon Street • New Orleans, LA 70116
    French Quarter/Marigny
    504-525-8379
    "The best and wildest bar in New Orleans", this fun filled bar features live music nightly including Zedyeco, jazz, and rock & roll music, as well as dancing to the hottest DJ sounds in the upstairs Mardi Gras Dance Club. They also boast having the "craziest" balcony on Bourbon Street. Dining is available in the courtyard patio.

  • Cats Meow
    701 Bourbon Street • New Orleans, LA 70116
    Located in the French Quarter
    504-523-2788
    The World Famous Cats Meow first opened its doors in December of 1989. At the time, karaoke in America was in its infancy and they were one of the first bars to try out the new entertainment concept. Pioneer, the audio company that brought Karaoke to the U.S., named Cats Meow "the BEST Karaoke bar in the world."

  • Utopia
    225 Bourbon Street • New Orleans, LA 70130
    Located in the French Quarter
    504-231-8519
    One of Bourbon Street's hottest dance clubs.

  • Bulldog, The
    3236 Magazine Street • New Orleans, LA 70115
    Located in Uptown
    504-891-1516
    The Bulldog has become a New Orleans favorite for great draft and grub. They feature 50 beers on tap with 100 more in bottles. They offer a large variety of styles to satisfy all types of beer enthusiasts, so come on by and enjoy a pint of your favorite draft.

  • Old Opera House
    601 Bourbon At Toulouse • New Orleans, LA 70130
    Located in the French Quarter
    504-586-9843
    The Old Opera House has been the home of many famous New Orleans performing artists. It is not unusual to see many famous artists come in and get up on stage with the band.

  • Tipitina's Uptown
    501 Napoleon Avenue • New Orleans, LA 70115
    504-895-8477
    Established in 1977, the original Tipitina's is a two-story cultural landmark. Created for rhythm and blues legend Professor Longhair, Tipitina's continues to provide concert goers and performers with an outlet to enjoy and relish in the sounds that continue to amaze us. The second Tipitina's is located at 233 North Peters in the Historic French Quarter.

  • Maison Bourbon Jazz Club
    641 Bourbon Street • New Orleans, LA 70130
    Located in the French Quarter
    504-522-8818
    This open air club offers patrons a place to enjoy a drink and great jazz groups.

  • Good Friends Bar
    740 Dauphine Street • New Orleans, LA 70116
    Located in the French Quarter
    504-566-7191
    The Queen's Head Pub, upstairs at Good Friends, is available for private parties.

  • Republic New Orleans
    828 South Peters Street • New Orleans, LA 70130
    Located in the Warehouse District
    504-528-8282
    Republic New Orleans is a creative and cultural center providing constantly evolving entertainment through music, fashion, film and the arts.

  • Dominic's
    219 Carondelet Street • New Orleans, LA 70130
    Located in the Central Business District
    504-556-9645
    Offers drinks and fine cigars. Live music Wednesday and Thursday evenings. Available for private parties.

  • Razzoo Club & Patio
    511 Bourbon Street • New Orleans, LA 70130
    Located in the French Quarter
    504-522-5100
    Karaoke and live music every night inside and the courtyard bar serves drinks and shots by the light of the flaming fountain.

  • Wine Institute New Orleans
    610 Tchoupitoulas Street • New Orleans, LA 70130
    504-324-8000
    A state-of-the-art wine bar, shop and school. At w.i.n.o., browse their full retail wine and liquor store while sipping on selections from the Enomatic wine-tasting system. With more than 300 labels in stock, from world-famous selections to rare and undiscovered gems, they can please every palate and wallet.

Concerts & Performances

  • New Orleans Ballet Association
    305 Baronne Street, Suite 700 • New Orleans, LA 70112
    504-522-0996
    Classic and modern works are offered throughout the year by this ballet association that was founded in 1969 and is dedicated solely to the art of dance. The dynamic Main Stage season features a variety of world-class dance companies and the dance institute offers over 3,000 concerts, lectures, demonstrations, workshops, and classes.

  • Preservation Hall
    726 Saint Peter Street • New Orleans, LA 70116
    Located in the French Quarter
    504-522-2841, 800-785-5772
    Listen with the locals to the sounds of traditional New Orleans jazz from 8:00 p.m. to midnight each evening in this historic building. Concerts start at 8:30 p.m.

  • Tip's Big Room
    310 Howard Avenue • New Orleans, LA 70212
    Warehouse District
    504-897-3943
    A special events facility that brings the musical legacy of Tipitina's to the Warehouse District in a big way and features local performers and international rock 'n roll favorites.

  • Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra
    305 Baronne Street, Suite 600 • New Orleans, LA 70112
    Central Business District
    504-523-6530
    The region's premiere symphony orchestra, this entertaining philharmonic orchestra presents a 36 week concert season from September through May with a variety of high style performances being presented.

Art Exhibits

  • Mid City Art Market
    City Park between Storyland and the Peristyle • New Orleans, LA504-486-6266
    Mid-City Art Market, Art in the Heart of New Orleans, proudly showcases local and regional artists selling their pottery, furniture, jewelry, glass, painting, metal art, sculpture, photography, textiles and accessories.

Festivals & Fairs

  • Zulu Lundi Gras Festival
    Located at Woldenberg Park
    504-827-1661
    Date of festival is Feb 29, 2009. One of the most successful carnival activities in New Orleans, the Zulu Lundi Gras Festival allows you to get a close up look at the Characters of Zulu. This event includes a parade, fireworks display, food from some of New Orleans' finest restaurants and caterers, arts and crafts displayed in the African Village, a ball masque, and the largest Second Line ever formed featuring local brass bands.

  • Louisiana Crawfish Festival
    8245 W Judge Perez Dr • New Orleans, LA 70044-1996
    Held at the St. Bernard Civic Center in Chalmette
    504-271-3836
    A popular four-day festival that offers rides, games, live entertainment, and an array of different dishes featuring crawfish, or "mudbugs," as they are affectionately called by natives of New Orleans.

  • Greek Festival New Orleans
    1200 Robert E. Lee Boulevard • New Orleans, LA 70130
    Located at the Helenic Cultural Center
    504-282-0259
    May 22, 2009 – May 24, 2009 A wonderful three-day Greek festival that features an array of activities for the whole family including Greek folk dancing, crafts, music, Holy Trinity Cathedral tours, and authentic Greek dishes.

  • Great French Market Creole Tomato Festival
    Dumaine and Decatur Streets at the River • New Orleans, LA 70130
    Located at the French Market (Dutch Alley)
    504-522-2621
    The Great French Market Creole Tomato Festival is a unique festival that celebrates the culinary diversity of the tomato with cooking demonstrations, tomato tastings, and musical entertainment. Several area restaurants join in the fun by featuring some very special tomato dishes.

  • Audubon Zoo
    Audubon Park
    800-774-7394
    One of the country's top-ranked zoos, Audubon Zoo offers an exotic mix of animals from around the globe, engaging natural habitats, lush gardens and resting spots, the mystical Louisiana swamp and hands-on animal encounters. With innovative natural habitat exhibits and an animal collection ranging from the unique white alligators to the extraordinary white tigers, Audubon Zoo has become one of the Gulf South's favorite family gathering spots. In addition to the amazing animals, exhibits, live animal presentations and hands-on animal encounters you can ride the Endangered Species Carousel, Simulator and Swamp Train. You can also shop in our fabulous Audubon Marketplace gift shop!

  • Audubon Aquarium of the Americas
    1 Canal Street • New Orleans, LA 70130
    at the river's edge
    800-774-7394
    Walk beneath the vivid Caribbean Reef, marvel at the lush beauty of the Amazon Rainforest and journey the Mississippi River at Audubon Aquarium of the Americas where penguins, sting rays, sharks and other deep sea creatures await your visit. Visit new animals and old favorites, too—including our beloved sea otters. Also, see the latest films at the IMAX theatre. Check the site for events and what's playing.

Sporting Events

  • New Orleans Hornets
    New Orleans Arena
    504-525- HOOP
    Enjoy the thrill of an NBA game in the heart of New Orleans. The Hornets offer exciting entertainment during their season, which runs from October through April.

  • Louisiana Superdome
    Sugar Bowl Drive • New Orleans, LA 70112
    504-587-3808, 800-756-7074
    The world's largest domed stadium, this superdome is home to the New Orleans Saints Football Team and the Hornets Basketball team. It has been the host of five Superbowls, as well as NCAA Basketball Final Four championships. Tours of this amazing space include the main arena and a look at behind-the-scenes action.

  • Fair Grounds Race Course
    1751 Gentilly Boulevard • New Orleans, LA 70119
    504-943-2200
    Originally known as the Union Racetrack, this racetrack has been in continuous use since 1859 and is the third oldest racetrack in America. Races are run during the winter months and there are food courts throughout the Grandstand and OTB buildings, as well as a dining room in the clubhouse; jackets are required in the clubhouse. A gift shop is also on site.

Tours

  • French Quarter Phantoms
    625 St. Philip • New Orleans, LA 70116
    504-666-8300
    Hear tales of true stories surrounding the French Quarter's dark history of ghosts, vampires, disease, disaster, violence and horrific murders 8 p.m. nightly.

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