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In and Around New Orleans

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The Big Easy is a big place. There’s a lot to see in and around New Orleans. Even if you’ve lived here all your life, there’s still a lot to discover in Crescent City.

If you’re leaving the house, there’s a good bet that New Orleans Mom has your activity covered, from local shopping to restaurants to the events that everyone in New Orleans is talking about.

At New Orleans Mom, we have all the seasons covered, as well as every member of the family. Our team of more than 30 contributors is always looking for activities, events, and fun, like how to plan a unique birthday party for the kids in your life or find the perfect restaurant for your night out. 

Each year, we publish a comprehensive list of summer camps, keeping you informed about all of the best options in and around New Orleans for your kids. We’ve got an eye on the local schools, helping parents make sure they’re informed before enrolling. We’re even with you at the movie theater.

Our writers live in and around New Orleans, so we’ve got a lot of experience finding the best things about our wonderful city. We’ve seen the beautiful side of New Orleans during a time of tragedy. We’ve been to the bayous after a hurricane. We talk about ways to give back to your community

We know there’s a lot to see in New Orleans and it isn’t all downtown. That’s why we take you all over the Big Easy. From the Westbank to the Northshore, from Uptown to Downtown, we’ve got all of New Orleans covered.

4th of July Family Friendly Events and Fun in New Orleans It may be sizzling hot outside but there is no shortage of events going on in and around New Orleans for the 4th of July. Check out this comprehensive...
Must Own Mardi Gras Books for Kids Some of these titles may be found at local bookstores :: Garden District Book Shop, Octavia Books, Tubby & Coo's and Blue Cypress Books. If you wish to shop online, Amazon affiliate links...
New Orleans Mom loves to share tips on the best places to eat (and drink) in New Orleans. We are so excited that a new wine bar is coming to Old Metairie, as we first shared in June 2022....
Get Excited Southshore Mamas, Habaneros is Coming to Metairie! If you haven't heard, Habanero's is coming to Metairie! They will be located at 3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd at Lakeside Shopping Center. The Northshore mamas love Habanero's so much, we're getting...
Whether you are traveling to New Orleans on vacation or live in the city year-round, the heat can be one of the only downsides about Louisiana! If you need to cool off, the Cool Zoo is one of the best things...
2023 New Orleans Mom Teacher of the Year Finalists We received some amazing nominees for our New Orleans Mom Teacher of the Year campaign … nominated by parents, students, colleagues, neighbors, and friends … all who have made a difference...
Where to Find the Best Pho in NOLA When the weather dips below 75°, many think "gumbo weather." While that's definitely on my list, my first bowl of comfort of the season tends to be pho. For those unfamiliar, pho...
We have dozens of family travel tips on New Orleans Mom. If you are looking for longer adventures, check out this list of budget friendly road trips from New Orleans. You may also enjoy visiting Fontainebleau State Park and Oak Mountain State...
My love letter to leaving New Orleans. For the second time that is. I grew up in Chalmette and always daydreamed of a life that took me away to a big city with hustle and bustle. I got the chance to...
Brunch is not just another meal, it's an event. Brunch has gained popularity over the years and it is definitely one of my favorite past times, especially when paired with bottomless mimosas. Whether you are looking for a kid-friendly location...
Disclosure :: this is a sponsored post, although we are confident you will want to take your kids to Crescent City Ninja Academy! Whether you are trying to beat the heat this summer or outrunning one of our daily...
As I sat through four parades today, watching what seemed like the endless procession of scantily clad, fully grown women headed down St. Charles Avenue, I thought to myself, where are these women’s daughters? Where are the mortified girls asking...
We have dozens of family travel tips on New Orleans Mom. If you are looking for longer adventures, check out this list of budget friendly road trips from New Orleans. You may also enjoy visiting Fontainebleau State Park. Easy Day Trip From New...
My Ten Favorite Places To Get Free Perks On Your Birthday Cue the confetti cannons, put on all the sequins and sparkles because it’s a celebration! You know what we are celebrating. A birthday of course. Not just mine, but...