Looking for a list of the coolest and best upcoming New Orleans festivals 2023? Well, you’ve come to the right place as I’ve put together this incredible guide to festivals in New Orleans for your bucket list!
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Few cities in the U.S.A have experienced the devastation that New Orleans has, but what stands out the most to any visitor is the sense of community, inclusion and love that this incredible city exudes at every turn. It’s loud, proud, fun and authentic to its core.
Top 30 New Orleans Festivals 2023
The art of thanks and celebration is at the heart of what makes New Orleanians who they are, and as a result, the festival scene in New Orleans is truly epic.
On top of a year-round calendar of music festivals in New Orleans, the city is also host to a huge variety of art, food and cultural festivals that will take you through spring, summer, fall and winter in good company.
My list of the 30 best New Orleans festivals promises top tunes, unbeatable cuisine, and a true taste of what makes the Louisiana capital so unique and mesmerizing!
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1) Voodoo Music & Arts Experience 2023
When: October 2023 (Halloween Weekend)
Where: City Park, New Orleans
Genre: Music
https://www.voodoofestival.com
For three days over Halloween Weekend, Voodoo Festival takes over New Orlean’s scenic City Park for a spooky event that’ll surely impress! I just got back from my first trip to New Orleans and Voodoo experience, and albeit rainy & muddy, was absolutely fantastic!
Complete with a crowd decked out in Halloween costumes, four massive stages bumping tunes spanning nearly all genres, fun carnival rides, and simply the best festival food I’ve ever tried – this spooky event is guaranteed to keep you entertained all weekend long! Just make sure you pack your rain boots because there will be mud!
2) New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival 2023
One of the BEST New Orleans Festivals | Credit: Paul Broussard
When: April 28 – May 7, 2023
Where: Fair Grounds, New Orleans
Genre: Jazz
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