Blog:From the Desk of Jean Lafitte
Thanksgiving in New Orleans: History, Events and Where to Eat
New Orleans was slow to adopt Thanksgiving, then made it its own with a 1907 road race, Thanksgiving Day horse racing, the Bayou Classic and a Creole table. Here are the 2026 dates and the stories behind them.
25 Things to Do in New Orleans in November 2026
From LUNA Fête’s light art to the Bayou Classic, Fair Grounds racing and Celebration in the Oaks, here are 25 things to do in New Orleans this November, with 2026 dates.