Mardi Gras
Music, parades, picnics, floats, lots of fun, and one humungous holiday is what New Orleans Mardi Gras is all about right? Mardi Gras, though big and outrageous, is actually a Catholic/Christian holiday that celebrates the ending of Ash Wednesday (40 days of sacrifice) and the resurrection of Jesus. With so much history, Mardi Gras has more to offer than parties and crazy costumes. Come see what Mardi Gras is really about; full of rich culture, history, and tradition, Mardi Gras is a learning experience as well as a good time for the whole family.
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New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival
The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival is one festival that tourists cannot get enough of. The residents of New Orleans take pride in this festival and the tourists absolutely love it, making sure to visit throughout the time that the festival takes place. The festival will typically take place from April 27th until May 6th. This means that everyone has plenty of time to come out to New Orleans to see and experience the festival up close and personal.