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NOLA CHRISTMAS FEST AT MORIAL CONVENTION CENTER

December 21-30 nolachristmasfest.com

NOLA Christmas Fest is one of the most highly-anticipated events of the holiday season in New Orleans. The festival will be held from December 21-30 in the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, and includes attractions such as carnival rides, impressive Christmas decorations, and even an indoor ice skating rink. Tickets are now on sale on the NOLA Christmas Fest website.

Christina Ricci at Fan Expo.

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ALLSTATE SUGAR BOWL NYE PARADE

December 30 allstatesugarbowl.org

The Allstate Sugar Bowl New Year’s Parade is a fun and exciting Mardi Gras style parade held every year prior to the Allstate Sugar Bowl. The event features parade floats, bands, and even includes the opportunity for fans to purchase a slot to be a part of the parade themselves. The parade is set to start at 2:30 p.m. at the intersection of Elysian Fields Ave. and Decatur St. and will wrap up on Canal St. Additionally, a live online broadcast of the parade will be available on WDSU for anyone who may be out of town but still wants to join the New Orleans New Year’s fun.

NEW YEAR’S EVE EXTRAVAGANZA WITH S!CK!CK AT THE METROPOLITAN

December 31 themetronola.com

The Metropolitan on 310 Andrew Higgins Blvd is hosting a New Year’s Eve extravaganza full of music, food, and fun. There will be three rooms of music, a champagne taste at midnight, and a balloon drop. The event will begin at 9 p.m. and will go until 5:30 a.m. This holiday extravaganza is perfect for anyone looking for a lively way to kick off their new year.

FAN EXPO NEW ORLEANS AT MORIAL CONVENTION CENTER

January 6-8 | fanexpohq.com

Fan Expo provides the perfect opportunity for anyone interested in comics, anime, or gaming to learn more about their favorite creators and gather with people with a shared interest in a fun and friendly environment. Some of this year’s amazing celebrity guests include Stranger Things actor Joseph Quinn, Harry Potter actor Matthew Lewis, The Mandalorin actress Katee Sackhoff, and many more. Tickets are on sale on the Fan Expo website now.

NOEL MILLER AT THE FILLMORE

January 15 | livenation.com

The immensely popular Youtube personality Noel Miller is coming to the Fillmore New Orleans on Sunday, Jan. 15 as part of his Everything is F#&ked comedy show tour. Having made a name for himself through his widely successful Youtube channel, Noel Miller has made himself a household name and securely established himself in the world of millennial internet personalities. Doors for the event open at 7 p.m., and tickets can be purchased on the Live Nation website.

TWELFTH NIGHT 2023 January 6 | WhereYat.com.com

After years of pandemic-related restrictions, Mardi Gras in New Orleans is finally back in full swing. This year’s carnival lineup includes the Joan of Arc parade, a perfect blend of history, feminism, and culture in honor of the patron Saint of New Orleans. It also includes the Phunny Phorty Phellows, a rolling costume party held in the iconic St. Charles street car, the Funky Uptown Krewe, which will give away hand-decorated, vinyl record albums, and the Société Des

Champs Elysée. Don’t miss the chance to see any one of these fascinating attractions this carnival season.

EXOTIC ANIMAL RACING AT THE FAIRGROUNDS

January 28 | fairgroundsracecourse.com

Exotic animal racing is returning to Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots this year after its Covid-19 required hiatus. The race features a heated competition between exotic animals such as camels, ostriches, and zebras.This event has become a fan favorite among the people of New Orleans, and will take place in 2023 on January 28, with doors opening at noon and post time taking place at 1:05 p.m.