The 46th Greek Fest is here and — whether you’re popping in for a couple of hours or for the entire weekend — here are our Top 5 absolute musts!
Music Box Village’s newest addition shows voices of the Deaf community
For many people who can hear, the elevator is a quiet, awkward space. But the elevator is a big part of deaf culture where people can be as loud as they want.
Weekend Picks: pool parties, second lines and serenades
We never need a reason to celebrate in New Orleans, but a long weekend for Memorial Day on Monday seems like a great excuse to pull out the pool noodles and grills.
Things to do
Today
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Ariana Grande: Sweetener World Tour
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New Orleans Baby Cakes vs. Iowa Cubs
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Kermit Ruffins & The BBQ Swingers
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Goatwhore Plus 4mag Nitrous, Severed Mass and Sounding
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Cinderella
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Strangelove: The Depeche Mode Experience
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Ariana Grande: Sweetener World Tour
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New Orleans Baby Cakes vs. Iowa Cubs
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New Orleans Baby Cakes vs. Oklahoma City Dodgers
D
Kermit Ruffins & The BBQ Swingers
E
Hot 8 Brass Band
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Goatwhore Plus 4mag Nitrous, Severed Mass and Sounding
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DEREK HOUGH: LIVE! THE TOUR
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Ariana Grande: Sweetener World Tour
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LANY
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Julia Jacklin
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Comedy Beast Free Show
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Every Thursday In the Den: Comedy Gumbeaux (Free Show)
Hide and seek: 'Brother O'Mara' stashes unique skulls throughout New Orleans
Kevin O’Mara, better known to some as Brother O’Mara, uses his Instagram page to leave clues about where to find his unique polymer clay skulls.
Brieux Carre' brings fun, originality to craft beer brewing
There are at least 29 different beer places in town where you can get craft beer, but one in the Marigny offers a totally different brew experience almost daily. Here, you’ll probably never drink the same beer twice.
Laid back laissez faire: a day in the Marigny
We know, usually you go to the Marigny at night, but there’s still plenty to do during the day here.
Bummed you missed Bayou Boogaloo? We've got all the awesome pics!
Missed the canoe races, homemade floaters, and performers like Amanda Shaw and Tab Benoit? No worries, we’ve got you.
Healthy options at a corner store? One local program makes it possible
One program is making it easier for residents to pick healthier choices on their quick breaks.
Three barbers bring vegan options to St. Bernard area
Staples on the menu include things like vegan hot sausage, burgers and fried cauliflower tacos.
What’s in a name? Capulet ties community to modern bar, event space
While Capulet itself is fairly new, opening just nine months ago, the building it’s housed in has a storied history.
Euclid Records: A throwback for music, new opportunity for local bands
Stepping into Euclid Records is like stepping into the 90s. The walls are pink, the decor is funky, and there is 4,000 square feet of records to dive into.
Your fresh, hip cousin's house: A day in the Bywater
The Bywater has a laid-back energy and a free-spirited vibe.
Improve Your Groove at These Amazing Local Dance Classes
Whether it be at Mardi Gras, festivals, second lines, random Saturday nights, weddings or even funerals — I often find myself wondering, “How in the world did they learn to move like that?!”
The art of giving: Dr. Bob's studio is more than 'Be Nice or Leave'
Listening to Dr. Bob speak is just as enthralling as looking at his art. It’s like getting caught up in a tornado of living history.
Mother's Day in New Orleans: second lines, Mardi Gras Indians
The Original Big 7 second line took it to the streets, and Mardi Gras Indians put on their feathers for one of the last times this year for Downtown Super Sunday.
'Get Outta Town!': Biking from Brewery to Brewery on Lake Pontchartrain's Northshore
The Adventure: Bicycle from brewery to brewery (to brewery to brewery) via the Northshore’s Tammany Trace.
Local shoe company employs people transitioning from homelessness
Reunion Shoe Company is a New Orleans based apparel line featuring handpainted, unique works of art for the greater good.
Local photographer's Instagram is a window to NOLA's past, present
Steve Burmester’s Instagram page showcases images of New Orleans, carefully blended together showing a glimpse of the past and present in one glance.