On the Go

NOVEMBER

2 Tuesday

TELL IT TO ME SWEET

Noma Sculpture Garden at 7 p.m. This play is the perfect way to explore the new addition to the Besthoff Sculpture Garden while experiencing live theatre that is bold, fun, family-friendly, and COVID-safe. noma.org

3 Wednesday

PELICAN GREENHOUSE PLANT SALE

#2 Celebration Drive - City Park at 9 a.m. The New Orleans Botanical Garden hosts plant sales with a wide variety of plants, including annuals, perennials, roses, gingers, edibles, succulents, and native plants. neworleanscitypark.com

4 Thursday

DINNER AND A MOVIE: THE BIG LEBOWSKI

NOCHI from 6-9 p.m. Enjoy an intimate movie screening with a themed dinner and cocktail pairing, all in NOCHI’s stunning rooftop spaces. nochi.org

OPERATION HOME FRONT

The National WWII Museum from November 4-7. Travel to The National WWII Museum to explore, remember, and reflect on World War II through exclusive access to the Museum’s campus. nationalww2museum.org

WARDROBE: FASHION ON THE RATIONS

BB’s Stage Door Canteen from 6-9 p.m. The National WWII Museum and New Orleans Fashion Week present an evening of 1940s fashion with a modern twist. nationalww2museum.org

5 Friday

NEW ORLEANS FILM FESTIVAL

The festival screens 170 films from across the globe, including more than 25 features and documentaries at local theaters, including outoor shows at The Broadside, and most films are available online as well. neworleansfilmsociety.org

SWING THAT MUSIC: A TRIBUTE TO LOUIS ARMSTRONG

BB’s Stage Door Canteen at 7 p.m. New Orleans jazz legend and former bandleader for the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Wendell Brunious, pays tribute to the great Louis Armstrong. nationalww2museum.org

6 Saturday

ABITA FALL FEST

Abita Springs Trailhead Museum from 10:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Music on two stages, food & drinks, the Kid Zone with activities and entertainment from the “Pumpkin Stage,” and the Interactive Circle for all ages. abitafallfest.com

GRETNA FARMERS MARKET

Gretna Farmers Market from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Enjoy fresh local produce and crafts at the Gretna Farmers Market, rain or shine, under the covered Gretna Market Building, Huey P. Long Avenue between 3rd and 4th Streets in historic downtown Gretna. gretnala.com

7 Sunday

SAINTS VS, ATLANTA FALCONS

Caesars Superdome at noon. Cheer on the New Orleans Saints as they take on the Atlanta Falcons in the Superdome. caesarssuperdome.com

8 Monday

CURTAIN CALL

Le Petit Théâtre du Vieux Carré at 6:30 p.m. Signature cocktails and delicious Creoleinspired food from Tableau start the cocktail hour. Guests then move to the theatre for a live performance featuring Kathleen Monteleone and a host of local favorites. A live auction with art and experiences rounds out the evening and concludes with an afterparty. lepetittheatre.com

9 Tuesday

TELL IT TO ME SWEET

Noma Sculpture Garden at 7 p.m. This play is the perfect way to explore the new addition to the Besthoff Sculpture Garden while experiencing live theatre that is bold, fun, family-friendly, and COVID-safe. noma.org

10 Wednesday

TOOTSIE

Saenger Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Based on the motion picture, the stage musical tells the story of Michael Dorsey, a talented but difficult actor who struggles to find work until one showstopping act of desperation lands him the role of a lifetime, featuring a Tony-winning book by Robert Horn and score by 2018 Tony winner David Yazbek. saengernola.com

12 Friday

BAYOU PADDLESPORTS DOG DAY

Bayou St. John from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Paddling isn’t just for humans. On Dog Day, you can bring your canine friends along with you. bayoupaddlesports.com

COVINGTON THREE RIVERS ART FESTIVAL

Downtown Covington, 200-600 Blocks of Columbia St., from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free concert at 7 p.m. Saturday at Covington Trailhead. The 25th annual Three Rivers Art Festival, one of the largest juried art festivals in the region and most popular events on the Northshore, brings art lovers to downtown Covington each year for two full days of shopping and entertainment. louisiananorthshore.com

GRETNA FARMERS MARKET

Gretna Farmers Market from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Enjoy fresh local produce and crafts at the Gretna Farmers Market, rain or shine, under the covered Gretna Market Building, Huey P. Long Avenue between 3rd and 4th Streets in historic downtown Gretna. gretnala.com

14 Sunday

COVINGTON THREE RIVERS ART FESTIVAL

Downtown Covington, 200-600 Blocks of Columbia St., from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. The 25th annual Three Rivers Art Festival, one of the largest juried art festivals in the region and most popular events on the Northshore, brings art lovers to downtown Covington each year for two full days of shopping and entertainment. louisiananorthshore.com

16 Tuesday

WILLIE NELSON & FAMILY

Saenger Theatre at 8 p.m. Live performances

by musician, author, actor, and activist Willie Nelson. saengernola.com

17 Wednesday

PELICAN GREENHOUSE PLANT SALE

#2 Celebration Drive - City Park. at 9 a.m. The New Orleans Botanical Garden hosts plant sales with a wide variety of plants including annuals, perennials, roses, gingers, edibles, succulents, and native plants. neworleanscitypark.com

18 Thursday

DINNER AND A MOVIE: THE BREAKFAST CLUB

NOCHI from 6-9 p.m. Enjoy an intimate movie screening with a themed dinner and cocktail pairing, all in NOCHI’s stunning rooftop spaces. nochi.org

19 Friday

FRIDAY NIGHTS ON THE SQUARE

TerraBella Village at 5:30 p.m. A concert series featuring Four Unplugged brings together local bands and food and beverage vendors right in the Town Square. terrabellavillage.com

20 Saturday

GRETNA FARMERS MARKET

Gretna Farmers Market from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Enjoy fresh local produce and crafts at the Gretna Farmers Market, rain or shine, under the covered Gretna Market Building, Huey P. Long Avenue between 3rd and 4th Streets in historic downtown Gretna. gretnala.com

25 Thursday

CELEBRATION IN THE OAKS

New Orleans City Park through January 2, 2022. This incredible light festival has enchanted park visitors since the 1980s and is vital to the park’s maintenance, care, and beautification year round. Make memories with your loved ones in City Park this holiday season. neworleanscitypark.com

SAINTS VS. BUFFALO BILLS

Caesars Superdome at 7:20 p.m. Cheer on the New Orleans Saints as they take on the Buffalo Bills in the Superdome. caesarssuperdome.com

26 Friday

BAYOU CLASSIC BATTLE OF THE BANDS

Caesars Superdome at 7 p.m. Before Southern University takes on Grambling State in the Bayou Classic on Saturday, the annual Battle of the Bands and Greek show kicks off the weekend of events. Don’t miss Southern University’s human jukebox and Grambling’s band square off inside the Superdome. caesarssuperdome.com

27 Saturday

BAYOU CLASSIC: SOUTHERN VS. GRAMBLING PRESENTED BY PROCTER & GAMBLE

Caesars Superdome at 4 p.m. This annual event is one of the country’s greatest college sports rivalries, bringing the fans and alumni of Southern University and Grambling State University to New Orleans each November. A week of events featuring a parade, fan festival and battle of the bands culminates with Saturday’s Bayou Classic football match-up. caesarssuperdome.com

GRETNA FARMERS MARKET

Gretna Farmers Market from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Enjoy fresh local produce and crafts at the Gretna Farmers Market, rain or shine, under the covered Gretna Market Building, Huey P. Long Avenue between 3rd and 4th Streets in historic downtown Gretna. gretnala.com

DECEMBER

1 Wednesday

ALLMAN FAMILY REVIVAL + RIVER KITTENS

Saenger Theatre at 7:45 p.m. The Allman Family Revival is a celebration of the life, spirit, and music of Gregg Allman, hosted by his son, Blues Music Award winning Devon Allman and anchored by his group, The Allman Betts Band. saengernola.com

CELEBRATION IN THE OAKS

New Orleans City Park through January 2, 2022. This incredible light festival has enchanted park visitors since the 1980s and is vital to the park’s maintenance, care, and beautification year round. Make memories with your loved ones in City Park this holiday season. neworleanscitypark.com

2 Thursday

SAINTS VS. DALLAS COWBOYS

Caesars Superdome at 7:20 p.m. Cheer on the New Orleans Saints as they take on the Dallas Cowboys in the Superdome. caesarssuperdome.com

3 Friday

LPO HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR

Orpheum Theatre at 7:30 p.m. The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra features a program of popular Christmas tunes, performed by local NOLA artists.lpomusic.com

MID-CITY JEWELRY & ART MARKET

Studio 414 from 6-9 p.m. Support local artists. Includes an amazing vintage jewelry selection, good eats, drinks, and music. Visitors get to experience their exclusive free Augmented Reality Interactive Art Trail, where art comes to life. neworleans.com

THE AMAZING ACRO-CATS

The AllWays Lounge & Cabaret at 7 p.m. For the month of December, the Amazing Acro-Cats feature their Meowy Catmas special. Celebrate Christmas (or Catmas) with them by watching cats jump through wreaths, roll an ornament, push a sleigh and perform an array of other seasonal tricks. Real rescued house cats that delight and amaze audiences of all ages. theallwayslounge.net

4 Saturday

HOLIDAY WREATH MAKING WORKSHOP

Longue Vue House and Gardens from 10-11:30 a.m. Support Longue Vue and gain some crafting skills. Grab some friends and join Amy Graham, Longue Vue Director of Gardens, in the decorated Playhouse to make your own stunning gold magnolia wreath, using leaves they have harvested on site. All materials are provided and light snacks are served. longuevue.com

HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING, COURTYARD AND HOME TOUR

Your tour includes visiting a lovely Greek Revival Townhome beautifully decorated for Christmas. Hear stories of Christmas Past. Saunter to the next home, an 1818 Creole Cottage, for a Tree Lighting Ceremony to celebrate Christmas Present. Christmas Future is the best surprise. eventbrite.com

UNMASKED DREAMS MASQUERADE

Urban South Brewery from 7-10 p.m. Raising funds for Depaul USA and SVDP NOLA to support housing and stability, with dining, live music, & a second line. urbansouthbrewery.com

7 Tuesday

SIPS & SLICES: COCKTAIL AND PIE PAIRING WITH BYWATER BAKERY

Sazerac House at 4 p.m. What is the holiday season without decadent desserts and boozy beverages? Join them as they explore the history and craft of desserts and bourbon cocktails. sazerachouse.com

THE ELF ON THE SHELF: A CHRISTMAS MUSICAL

Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts at 6 p.m. Scout Elves return to center stage for the musical inspired by the beloved box set, a spectacle of music and dance that transports audiences to the North Pole to glimpse the lives of the elves. Tickets start at $29.50. saengernola.com

11 Saturday

ART MARKET PRESENTED BY ARTS COUNCIL NEW ORLEANS

Arts Market New Orleans takes place every second Saturday of the month in City Park from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on the Goldring/Woldenberg Great Lawn. Take a stroll and discover a variety of artworks from jewelry and ceramics to paintings and woodworks. artsneworleans.org

OUT OF DARKNESS WALK 2021

LaSalle Park from 9 a.m.-noon. American Foundation for Suicide Prevention walk of support. supporting.afsp.org

14 Tuesday

CATS

Saenger Theatre through December 19. CATS, the record-breaking musical spectacular by Andrew Lloyd Webber that has captivated audiences in over 30 countries and 15 languages, is now on tour across North America. saengernola.com

16 Thursday

CLASSICAL CHRISTMAS WITH THE LPO

Orpheum Theater at 7:30 p.m. The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra features a program of classical Christmas. orpheumnola.com

17 Friday

DINNER AND A MOVIE: A CHRISTMAS STORY

NOCHI from 6-9 p.m. Enjoy an intimate movie screening with a themed dinner and cocktail pairing, all in NOCHI’s stunning rooftop spaces. nochi.org

NOLA CHRISTMAS FEST 2021

New Orleans Convention Center from December 17-30. NOLA ChristmasFest, a family-friendly seasonal event, offers your group the perfect opportunity to get into the holiday spirit, make a little joy, and spread a little cheer. Experience a real indoor ice skating rink, ice slides, carnival rides, Santa and friends, Gingerbread houses, and decorated trees. nolachristmasfest.com

19 Sunday

CAROLING IN JACKSON SQUARE

Jackson Square at 7 p.m. Community singalong for visitors and locals alike. The historic Square is illuminated by candlelight as thousands enjoy belting out holiday favorites. Complimentary songbooks and candles are provided. neworleans.com

HOLIDAY HOME TOUR

French Quarter New Orleans from 1-4 p.m. Savor the holiday spirit by touring French Quarter residences dressed for the season. This self-guided walking tour is sponsored by Patio Planters of the Vieux Carre’ and includes a variety of architectural styles, homes from several historical periods, unique decorations, and holiday collections. patioplanters.net

20 Monday

THE AMAZING ACRO-CATS

The AllWays Lounge & Cabaret at 7 p.m. For the month of December, the Amazing Acro-Cats feature their Meowy Catmas special. Celebrate Christmas (or Catmas) with them by watching cats jump through wreaths, roll an ornament, push a sleigh, and perform an array of other seasonal tricks. Real rescued house cats that delight and amaze audiences of all ages. theallwayslounge.net

21 Tuesday

SARAH BRIGHTMAN: A CHRISTMAS SYMPHONY

Saenger Theatre at 8 p.m. Performance by Sarah Brightman. saengernola.com

23 Thursday

MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER CHRISTMAS

Saenger Theatre at 8 p.m. saengernola.com

22 Wednesday

A SWINGING CHRISTMAS

BB’s Stage Door Canteen from 11:45 a.m. 1:45 p.m. Victory Belles celebrate the season with a sleigh full of swinging holiday hits. Their beautiful Belle harmony dazzles on “Sleigh Ride,” “Winter Wonderland,” “Jingle Bells,” and “ Let it Snow.” nationalww2museum.org

24 Friday - CHRISTMAS EVE 25 Saturday - CHRISTMAS 27 Monday

SAINTS VS. MIAMI DOLPHINS

Caesars Superdome at 7:20 p.m. Cheer on the New Orleans Saints as they take on the Miami Dolphins in the Superdome. caesarssuperdome.com

28 Tuesday

HADESTOWN

Saenger Theatre through January 2. Welcome to Hadestown, where a song can change your fate. saengernola.com

29 Wednesday

HADESTOWN

Saenger Theatre through January 2. Welcome to Hadestown, where a song can change your fate. saengernola.com

30 Thursday

HADESTOWN

Saenger Theatre through January 2. Welcome to Hadestown, where a song can change your fate. saengernola.com

31 Friday - NEW YEAR’S EVE

BIG NIGHT NEW ORLEANS NEW YEAR’S EVE

Hyatt Regency New Orleans at 9 p.m. This all-inclusive NYE party will feature Big Freedia, Tank and the Bangas and Paola Shea. bignightneworleans.com

HADESTOWN

Saenger Theatre through January 2. Welcome to Hadestown, where a song can change your fate. saengernola.com