Your Gateway to Festivals and Celebrations in New Orleans

Loews New Orleans Hotel

Discover a symphony of festivities at Loews New Orleans Hotel, nestled on the ideal intersection of the Arts District and Central Business District. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of the city as our prime location positions you within blocks from some of the premier annual festivals.

From the world-renowned Jazz Fest to the lively Mardi Gras celebrations, our hotel is your gateway to the vibrant traditions that make New Orleans an unparalleled destination.

Indulge in the revelry and return to the comfort of your room or suite, where luxury meets convenience, creating an unforgettable stay amidst the lively rhythm of the Big Easy. 

  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) - 14.7 mi, less than a 25-minute drive away
  • Located within one mile of the French Quarter, Magazine Street, Bourbon Street, Riverwalk, Caesars Casino, Caesars Superdome, the acclaimed World War II Museum, and the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center

Festival Vacation Package


Festival Highlights

New Orleans Mac & Cheese Festival

January 11, 2025
Our New Orleans Mac & Cheese Festival will be held as a food crawl (think bar crawl, but for Mac & Cheese instead)!
So, round up your crew, bring your family, and get ready to take a tour around New Orleans to sample all kinds of Mac & Cheese creations from some of the best spots in the Big Easy (some would say the Big Cheesy).


Outta This World Family Fest

January 12, 2025
Art Camp 504 is hosting its first-ever house float launch party, dubbed Outta This World Family Fest at its mission control center, The Tigermen Den in the Bywater. This fundraising and community event is the culmination of a semester-long series of space-themed after-school classes and holiday break camps where little earthlings have used their creativity to go beyond our atmosphere.

The Outta This World Family Fest will not only lift off the celestial Mardi Gras house float that Art Camp 504 kids built but will also include local food, music, dancing, vendors and of course, galactic art workshops for kids of all ages.


Tet Fest: Vietnamese New Year

January 31, 2025
Tet Fest is an annual winter festival celebrating the Vietnamese New Year. Attendees can enjoy traditional Vietnamese cuisine, dance, and music, children’s activities, and stunning fireworks display nightly.
This year’s Tet Fest is set for January 31, February 1, and February 2 at the Mary Queen of Vietnam Church in New Orleans East.


Zulu Lundi Gras Festival

March 3, 2025
The Zulu Lundi Gras Festival is a fun-filled day allowing the people of New Orleans and our city visitors an up-close look at the Zulu Characters.
The festival is free and open to the public.
This event is hosted by the members of the Zulu Social Aid & Pleasure Club and we welcome you to a fun and exciting day of food, music, arts, and crafts along the beautiful riverfront of New Orleans. With three stages, the line-up is star-studded each year.