The second Saturday in August marks Dirty Linen Night, created by Linda Sampson, a jeweler on Royal Street. It’s the ultimate night out where the art galleries and antique shops come alive on Royal Street. A play on White Linen Night (another popular August event), it quickly grew to boast one of the…
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White Linen Night
In a time before air conditioning and motor vehicles, New Orleans locals had to get creative when it came to beating the summer heat. Wearing white linen was a popular way to stay cool, with men in their summer suit bests and women in their flowing sundresses. White reflects heat and linen has…
Rub Shoulders With New Orleans’ Oldest Ghosts On These Cemetery Tours
A trip to New Orleans is never complete without a ghost tour. Embark on these 3 Cemetery tours for a truly haunting experience. Garden District & Lafayette Cemetery Tour Duration 2 hours Guests of this tour will be given a meeting point and a live guide will begin the journey to houses and mansions of…
COOLinary New Orleans Restaurant Month
New Orleans is a foodie destination year-round, but only in August does the COOLinary month-long event really highlight the tastes of the city. Around the city, restaurants offer prix-fixed menus that showcase the spices, ingredients, and flavors that are unique to New Orleans. From Cajun to Creole and everything in between, there’s no…