June in New Orleans is an exciting month filled with parades, festivals, celebrations, and of course, amazing food! Whether you’re local to the Big Easy or a visitor, New Orleans offers an exciting list of summer activities that everyone can enjoy. From unique excursions to tasty culinary experiences, here’s your curated guide to kick off the summer with a bang!
Kick off your summer with a visit to New Orleans’ historic French Market for the beloved annual Creole Tomato Festival (June 7th-8th)! You won’t want to miss this free event, featuring live music, cooking demonstrations, and, of course, a variety of tomato-inspired dishes. Bring some cash and test out some of New Orleans best Creole cuisine!
Happy Pride Month! Join New Orleans in an exciting celebration of love and acceptance during Pride Weekend! From June 13th- June 15th head on down to the French Quarter and experience extraordinary festivities including parades, parties, and events honoring the LGBTQ+ community. New Orleans Black Pride is also a must see event, hosting several events from June 12th- June 15th, celebrating queer people of color. Get in on the fun on June 14th for the Pride Festival at Armstrong Park. The event kicks off at 11 am, and concludes with a Pride Parade that starts at 5 PM.
Explore the Crescent City’s culinary treasures during New Orleans Restaurant Week, where participating restaurants offer special menus showcasing their signature dishes. This event, with admission starting as cheap as 25$ per person, is a great opportunity to test out some of New Orleans’ most beloved restaurants.
When most visitors think of New Orleans, they envision jazz music, Mardi Gras, and the city’s world-class food scene. However, just outside the city’s lively streets you’ll find an entirely different, but equally captivating experience, the swamps of southern Louisiana. If you’re planning a visit to New Orleans in June, consider immersing yourself in the wild and watery landscapes of the bayou, and participate in a New Orleans swamp tour. Let’s be honest, The South is notorious for being incredibly hot and humid in the summer months. But don’t let these summer temperatures deter you from traversing the swamps- taking an airboat swamp tour! These flat-bottomed boats are equipped with massive propellers that can skim over shallow waters at very high speed, generating a refreshing breeze as you zip through the bayous. Escape the city and come face to face with Louisiana’s stunning wildlife, including the American Alligator, Turtles, The Great Blue Heron, and more!
New Orleans is a city unlike any other, showcasing a wide variety of cultures and traditions. If you are planning your next visit to this one of a kind city, you do not want to miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich history of New Orleans. June is the perfect month to dive deep into its fascinating past with a historical tour. Kick off your trip to New Orleans with guided tours of New Orleans’ French Quarter and Garden District. Touring options for these activities are extremely saturated, so make sure to do your research! Another activity for history-lovers is a New Orleans plantation tour. Plantation tours shine a light on the resilience of African Americans and serve as powerful educational tools- offering a more nuanced understanding of the nation’s complex past and the enduring impact of slavery.
If you want to experience the true heartbeat of New Orleans’ nightlife and music scene, Frenchmen Street is the place to go. Located off the outside edge of the French Quarter, Frenchmen street is a local hub for live music, delicious food, and an upbeat atmosphere that captures the soul of the city. Frenchmen Street is famous for its incredible live music venues like Maison and 30/90, which showcase live talent ranging from traditional jazz and blues, to funk, soul, and more contemporary sounds. Skip the crowds of the tourist-heavy Bourbon street, and experience a more intimate and local vibe, where both residents and tourists come together to enjoy top-tier live performances. If you’re a fan of “people watching,” Frenchmen bars are famous for their outdoor balconies. Head on up to the second floor of one of Frenchmen’s famous bars, and enjoy a drink on the balcony as you look out onto the fun happening on the streets below! In addition to being a lively hub for music, Frenchmen Street is also home to a number of beloved New Orleans restaurants. Food lovers can try out a variety of local flavors, ranging from a classic Hot Dog from Dat Dog, to Gumbo from restaurants like Bamboula’s. If you’re curious about the best time to visit Frenchmen, without a doubt make this a stop you visit at night! Enjoy the melodic sounds of live music spilling into the streets, as you browse Frenchmen’s extensive list of bars and restaurants.
Now that you have a bit of direction, it’s time to turn your summer dreams into reality! June is an incredibly busy month in New Orleans, with tons of things to do, so pick one of your favorite ideas (or three) and plan the adventure of a lifetime.
Summer in the Big Easy June in New Orleans is an exciting month filled with parades, festivals, celebrations, and of course, amazing food! Whether you’re local to the Big Easy or a visitor, New Orleans offers an exciting list of summer activities that everyone can enjoy. From unique excursions to tasty culinary experiences, here’s your […]
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