A month-to-month calendar of events in New Orleans

There's always something going on in New Orleans. To help you plan your next trip, here's a monthly calendar of major events.

January

Time to plan the year

February

Bring an extra bag to get all your Mardi Gras throws home. If you're staying for Mardi Gras day, bring a custome, you'll have more fun.

March

Easter Parades, Jazz Brunches and more.

April

Time for the Spring Festivals to begin.

May

More festivals including New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival and New Orleans Wine and Food Experience.

June

Hot and humid, bring shorts, cool clothes and a hat.

July

This is the time to get some great deals on hotels.

August

Because there are few conventions in August, hotels offer some great deals.

September

The New Orleans Saints, Southern Decadence and more

October

Weather is cool and many blue sky days. Time for art walks and shows.

November

December

Christmas in New Orleans.