We could not verify a statewide events calendar, so this page lists verified schedule notes: Mardi Gras Day falls on February 9, 2027 (Experience New Orleans), Celebration in the Oaks runs to January 1, 2027 with sources differing on the November 27 or 28 opening, and the Natchitoches Festival of Lights ran November 22, 2025 to January 6, 2026 with 2026 dates unconfirmed. Dates change, so confirm with organizers.
Events in Louisiana
Louisiana events with verified dates, plus how to check live music calendars.
Verified schedule notes
| Item | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mardi Gras 2027 | Lundi Gras is February 8 and Mardi Gras Day February 9, 2027 | Experience New Orleans |
| Celebration in the Oaks | Opens November 27 or 28, 2026 (sources differ); runs to January 1, 2027 | New Orleans City Park |
| Natchitoches Festival of Lights | 2025 season: November 22, 2025 to January 6, 2026; 2026 dates unconfirmed (search summary) | Natchitoches visitor bureau |
How this page is maintained
We review dates monthly; last review October 20, 2026. Past events are removed after they end.
What's on through the year
The recurring events worth planning around.
Frequently asked questions
What events happen in Louisiana?
We verified no general calendar; see official tourism sites.
When is Mardi Gras 2027?
Mardi Gras Day is February 9, 2027, with Lundi Gras on February 8.
Will events affect transport?
Large events can change road access and parking; check the organizer.
Sources
Facts on this page were read from the sources below on October 20, 2026. Hours, fares, prices and event dates change — confirm with the source before you travel. How we research and update.
- New Orleans Festivals and Events — Experience New Orleans (visitor events site)
- Celebration in the Oaks — New Orleans City Park
- Natchitoches Christmas Festival of Lights — Natchitoches Convention and Visitors Bureau
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