Weatherwise, November is one of the most popular months to travel to New Orleans. There isn't a better time of year to stroll through the French Quarter or hit a festival. Check out these great November events in the French Quarter and beyond.
Bayou Bacchanal, October 31 & November 1
Come celebrate Caribbean culture in Congo Square at Bayou Bacchanal, the original Caribbean Carnival of New Orleans. Presented by Friends of Culture, here's your chance to immerse yourself in Caribbean cuisine, dance and music.
Trême Creole Gumbo Festival, November 8 & 9
November is a beautiful month to celebrate New Orleans food and music at Louis Armstrong Park. Come get your fill of R&B, Funk, Brass Bands and gumbo.
Beignet Fest, November 15
Get your beignet fix at City Park this fall. Enjoy dozens of different beignet dishes, you'll live music, a Kids Village, an Artist Market and a Beer Garden.
Sober Fest, November 22
Celebrate New Orleans culture with alcohol-free fun at the Sugar Mill from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This year’s line-up includes Ivan Neville & Friends, Anders Osborne, Jason Ricci & The Bad Kind, the Trombone Shorty Academy, and the School of Rock House Band.
Saints vs. Atlanta, November 23
There's no place like the Dome sweet Dome this November. This month, they'll take on the Atlanta Falcons (aka "the dirty birds") at home.
Celebration in the Oaks, November 28-January 1
Celebration in the Oaks in City Park is 25 acres of holiday magic. Come see centuries-old oaks draped in hundreds of thousands of lights as well as numerous other festive displays. Unless your last name is Scrooge, this event is a must.
Bayou Classic, November 29
Love football? Love a parade? Love a battle of the bands? Then don't miss the Bayou Classic this year when Grambling and Southern go head to head once again at the Superdome.