Things To see & Do AMUSEMENT CENTERS The Escape Game New Orleans theescapegame.com/neworleans / 233 N. Peters St., NO, 70130 / 504-608-3499 The Escape Game is a live 60-minute adventure where teams work together to find clues, overcome challenges, and complete a mission. Great for families, friends, team-building, and anyone looking for something new and different. — French Quarter BOAT & YACHT RENTALS New Orleans Pedal Barge nolapedalbarge.com / 2101 Paris Rd., NO, 70129 / 504-264-1056 Introducing the newest New Orleans experience, the city's first ever cycle boat. This social, active adventure is the perfect way for friends, families, visitors, and locals to explore New Orleans. Reserve a seat on one of our BYOB rides or reserve the entire boat for a special occasion. — New Orleans East NOCHI nochi.org / 725 Howard Ave., NO, 70130 / 504-891-4060 A non-profit culinary school providing certificate programs for those seeking professional development. NOCHI offers private cooking classes for destination parties and private venue space. The perfect venue for any event. — Central Business District Southern Food & Beverage Museum southernfood.org / 1504 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., NO, 70113 / 504-569-0405 A celebration of the foodways and culture of the American South. History, tastings, demonstrations, and preservation of tradition while embracing the future. A view of the world through the lens of food. — Convention/Warehouse/Arts District Game On Social Hub gameonsocialhub.com / 2421 Veterans Blvd., Kenner, 70062 / 504-469-7475 The ultimate entertainment destination and event venue, offering a thrilling mix of activities for all ages. Experience bowling, axe-throwing, arcade games, and laser tag like never before. Our restaurant and bar serve up delicious, handcrafted food and drinks perfect for fueling your fun. — Jefferson Parish CARNIVAL KREWES & ORGANIZATIONS Krewe of Krampus kreweofkrampus.com / NO, / 504-284-1406 Parade Krewe focused on making parades accessible to all, pushing sustainable throws and providing some of the most unique events in New Orleans. See the largest Krampus parade in America the first Saturday in December. — Faubourg Marigny/Bywater AQUARIUMS Audubon Aquarium audubonnatureinstitute.org/aquarium / 1 Canal St., NO, 70130 / 800-774-7394 At this Top 10, AZA-accredited aquarium, you can reach into the ocean at the Shark Discovery touchpool, see colorful fish in the Great Maya Reef tunnel, and watch a colony of African penguins play. Just steps away from the French Quarter and area hotels. — French Quarter CULINARY ENTERTAINMENT Langlois, Culinary Crossroads langloisnola.com / NO, 70116 / 504-934-1010 Langlois is a team of chefs and culinary entertainers. Chef Amy Sins is your storytelling guide, taking guests on a journey through Louisiana's unique cuisine, famous dishes, history, and more. Let Langlois host your group's next culinary adventure. COCKTAIL EXPERIENCES New Orleans Drink Lab drinklabnola.com / 343 Baronne St., NO, 70112 / 504-522-8664 The ultimate cocktail experience. Learn history, tradition, and culture of classic New Orleans cocktails, then get behind the bar to make them yourself. A great hands-on cocktail experience for friends and small groups. The fun starts when you arrive. — Central Business District DANCE NOBA | New Orleans Ballet Association nobadance.com / 935 Gravier St., Suite 800, NO, 70112 / 504-522-0996 A nationally award-winning organization that annually brings world-class dance companies of all genres to the region and provides a comprehensive dance, health, and wellness program of over 5,000 tuition-free activities for ages 4-80+. — Central Business District ART CENTERS Ashe Cultural Arts Center ashenola.org / 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., NO, 70113 / 504-569-9070 Multi-use (facility/theater/gallery/special events) venue operated by Efforts of Grace, Inc., a non-profit corporation with a mission to promote, produce, create, and support programs that emphasize positive contributions that people of African descent have made throughout history to the present. — Central Business District Sazerac House sazerachouse.com / 101 Magazine St., NO, 70130 / 504-910-0100 Standing proudly in a historic building at the corner of Canal and Magazine, steps away from the original 1850s Sazerac Coffeehouse, The Sazerac House is an immersive exploration of the spirited culture of New Orleans. — Central Business District FAIRS & FESTIVALS French Quarter Festivals, Inc. fqfi.org / 400 N. Peters St., Suite 205, NO, 70130 / 504-522-5730 Promotes the Vieux Carrè and New Orleans through high-quality special events like French Quarter Fest and Satchmo SummerFest that celebrate local culture, boost economic well-being, and foster community pride. — French Quarter Ellis Marsalis Center for Music ellismarsaliscenter.org / 1901 Bartholomew St., NO, 70117 / 504-940-3400 Located in the Ninth Ward of New Orleans, the center uses music as the focal point of a holistic strategy to build a healthy community and deliver a broad range of services to underserved children, youth, and musicians for neighborhoods battling poverty and social injustice. — Gentilly COOKING SCHOOLS Deelightful Roux School of Cooking chefdeelavigne.com / 1504 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., NO, 70113 / 504-655-1195 Hands-on cooking experience with a personal guided tour into Southern cuisine. Deelightful Roux is the only African-American-owned cooking school being taught by a New Orleans native. The focus of Chef Dee Lavigne is teaching visitors about the amazing food and rich culture we are known for in New Orleans. — Garden District/Uptown New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival ART DEMONSTRATIONS Creative Alliance of New Orleans cano-la.org / 2326 Esplanade Ave., NO, 70119 / 504-218-4807 A non-profit that provides visitors with a deeper understanding of New Orleans culture through experiences of private art collections, artists' working studios, historic home tours, and unique destinations. The sole New Orleans agency that provides cultural tours exclusively. — Esplanade Ridge nojazzfest.com / 365 Canal St., Suite The Mardi Gras School of Cooking themardigrasschoolofcooking.com / 519 Wilkinson St., Suite 101, NO, 70130 / 504-344-3977 We offer hands-on cooking classes, private events, and catering for up to 40 guests. Perfect for team-building or a fun gathering. Learn, collaborate, and cook together for a deliciously memorable experience. — French Quarter 2250, NO, 70130 / 504-410-4100 One of the world's greatest cultural celebrations. Annual springtime event spanning eight days, with thousands of musicians playing on 12 stages and attracting almost 500,000 culture-crazed fans from around the world. — Central Business District NOLA Coffee Festival nolacoffeefestival.com / NO / 504-813-The New Orleans School of Cooking neworleansschoolofcooking.com / 524 St. Louis St., NO, 70130 / 504-525-2665, 800-237-4841 The original Creole and Cajun cooking school of New Orleans. Located in the French Quarter, we offer entertaining cooking demonstrations and hands-on classes twice daily. Our Louisiana General Store sells a variety of local products. — French Quarter 4656 This October festival celebrates all things about coffee in New Orleans. Our trade show is the largest coffee industry gathering (2,000+) in the Gulf South. We welcome coffee consumers, F&B directors, and coffee industry professionals. VIP experience and group/employee discounts. 100
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