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Gretna Fest Weekend Brought the Star Power

Gretna Fest reinforced its Westbank presence as a major cultural and music festival in Greater New Orleans.

Once again attracting thousands of festival goers in search of outdoor live music, freshly made food, and lots of fall fun, the Jefferson Parish party had many stages performing, often with crossover options, and others cleverly timed to allow fans to jump from stage to stage so not to miss major headliners.

Although the festivals overall footprint was tighter than previous years, th...
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Introducing the Boots on the Bayou Festival in Gonzales, Louisiana

Can't decide what to do this Halloween weekend? Come check out the first ever Boots on the Bayou festival in Gonzales!

This two-day event will take place at the Lamar-Dixon Expo Center on October 31 and November 1, featuring live country music, local Cajun cooking, Southern tailgating, and festive activities for the whole family.

The fest's soul soothing line up will consist of headliners Chris Stapleton and Cody Johnson, with support from artists Parker McCollum, Riley Green, Marcus King...
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10 Best Vietnamese Restaurants in New Orleans

New Orleans is home to some of the world's finest restaurants. Although New Orleans is mainly known for its Creole and Cajun cuisine, the city is also home to a deep-rooted Vietnamese culture and some of the best Vietnamese restaurants in the South.

Here are some of the best local places to grab a bite next time you're craving a banh mi, pho, or other Vietnamese classics!

1813 Magazine St., (504) 599-9999

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Lilly's Cafe is known for it's family friendly amb...
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The Mortuary New Orleans Announces 2025 Theme & Dates

Every year, The Mortuary chooses a theme to represent the Victorian mansion and its chilling features. This year's theme is "Origins of Evil," focusing on the lost sister of Eve, Nephthys.

Calling herself "The Queen of Night," Nephthys carries the ability to turn men into creatures and create monsters themselves. The Queen of Night has made her way to New Orleans and has claimed The Mortuary as her home this year. Bringing all her followers with her, see The Queen for yourself starting on Se...
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New Orleans Public Library Seeks New Music for Crescent City Sounds

From now until October 7, the New Orleans Public Library is looking to add 75 new artists to its Crescent City Sounds streaming platform.

Each chosen artist will receive a $250 honorarium, maintain the copyright to their music, and have their album featured on Crescent City Sounds for five years.

Musicians wanting to submit a recording to be featured in Crescent City Sounds must perform primarily in New Orleans. The submission recording must be no older than five years. If selected, the a...
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Yes Mama! Portrait Exhibit to Come to a Close with a Special Event

The Yes Mama! Portrait Exhibit is holding a closing ceremony at Merchant Hall, located at 1152 Magazine St., on Friday, September 12.

The closing ceremony is from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. and will feature music, tarot readings, panel discussions, and the intimate portraits by photographer Jeremy Tauriac.

The Yes Mama! Portrait Exhibit is raising awareness for the maternal health crisis in New Orleans. Yes Mama! is an upcoming nonprofit that believes in improving the quality of life for people who...
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Abita Brewing Co. Celebrates Caesars Superdome 50th Anniversary with New Brew

As the official beer of the New Orleans Saints, Abita Brewing Company is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Caesars Superdome with a brand new beer in their lineup.

The limited edition beer, called Abita Golden Era, was released on September 9 at the Caesars Superdome during the second home game of the season.

Abita Golden Era is a light bodied lager made from American malt, German yeast lager, Mt. Hood hops, and pure artesian water from Abita Springs, LA.

The 4.2% ABV beverage ha...
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Top 10 Best Locally Owned Furniture Stores in Greater New Orleans

Need helping renovating or designing your home? New Orleans has a variety of stores to choose that can help you along the way.

This guide will walk you through the top 10 best furniture stores in the Greater New Orleans area.

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doerrfurniture.com

Doerr Furniture is a fourth-generation family-owned business that first opened it's doors in 1938. It is a top tier furniture store that uses luxury materials to build furniture that lasts a lifetime.

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10 Shows to See During the 5th Annual NOLAxNOLA This Year

Start the fall season off right with one of the unforgettable events happening for the NOLAxNOLA series, which is in its fifth year.

The NOLAxNOLA events bring together local and national music together for a week of entertainment and diversity. From September 25 to October 5, you can catch different shows each day at one of the iconic venues around New Orleans. This is a guide to help you narrow down which events to experience.

501 Napoleon Ave., (504) 895-8477

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NOLA ChristmasFest 2025 Seeking Performers for the Holiday Stage

NOLA ChristmasFest is returning to the Morial Convention Center from December 20 to 29 and is currently looking for entertainers.

The NOLA ChristmasFest is now accepting applications for singers, dancers, comedians, storytellers, and overall performers to help spread the Christmas spirit this December. Join in the magic of performing on the Holiday Stage and receive complimentary admission to the fest. Visit here to apply!

Every year, New Orleans welcomes back NOLA ChristmasFest, the city'...