NOLA Holiday Parade
Dec. 2
Starting at the French Market and following a route through the French Quarter to Lafayette Square, the Holiday Parade promises to be fun for all ages. A concert and holiday experience will follow in Lafayette Square. NOLAHolidayParade.com
Celebration in the Oaks
Nov. 23-Dec. 30
New Orleans’ venerable holiday lighting display is back in City Park with both a walking and a driving tour. Rides will also be open at Carousel Gardens. NewOrleansCityPark.org
Broadway in New Orleans: “Wicked”
Nov. 29-Dec. 17
This Broadway sensation examines the “Wizard of Oz” backstory from the perspective of Elphaba, the girl who would become the Wicked Witch of the West. SaengerNOLA.com
“A Christmas Story, the Musical”
Dec. 1-17
The nostalgic 1983 classic film gets a musical adaptation for the stage at Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts. RivertownTheaters.com
Lafreniere Park Christmas Lights
Dec. 1-30
Metairie’s gem of a park once again hosts its impressive Christmas lights display. Tickets include both the driving and walking parts of the tour. LafrenierePark.org
Louisiana Christmas Day
Dec. 1-22
BB’s Stage Door Canteen at the National World War II Museum will host the Victory Belles as they take audiences on a musical adventure with national and local Christmas songs. NationalWW2Museum.org
Lafitte Greenway Supernova
Dec. 7-9
The Lafitte Greenway’s free holiday festival features gorgeous lighting displays as well as arts and crafts and much more. LafitteGreenway.org
Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Dec. 13
Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s “The Ghosts of Christmas Eve – the Best of TSO & More” tour comes to the Smoothie King Center for one night only. The tour promises a new variation of their beloved holiday act. SmoothieKingCenter.com
“The Nutcracker”
Dec. 16-17
The Jefferson Performing Arts Center will host this partnership between the Jefferson Performing Arts Society and Jefferson Ballet Theatre as they put on an adaptation of Tchaikovsky’s classic ballet. Jpas.org
Caroling in Jackson Square
Dec. 17
Break out your holiday song books! Enjoy caroling with your friends and neighbors at Jackson Square for one of the Crescent City’s most heartwarming holiday traditions. PatioPlanters.net
Harry Shearer & Judith Owen’s “Christmas Without Tears”
Dec. 19
Harry Shearer (“The Simpsons,” “This Is Spinal Tap”) and Judith Owen host an evening full of music, laughter, special guests and yuletide cheer at the Orpheum Theater. All proceeds benefit Innocence Project New Orleans. OrpheumNOLA.net
NOLA Christmas Fest
Dec. 21-30
NOLA Christmas Fest celebrates its 10th anniversary with its usual collection of holiday festivities, including a gingerbread village and an indoor ice-skating rink. There also will be a variety of special anniversary activities. NOLAChristmasFest.com
New Year’s Eve Dine & Dance with The Victory Swing Orchestra
Dec. 31
Treat yourself to a complimentary cocktail and a four-course dinner at BB’s Stage Door Canteen as you enjoy music from the Victory Swing Orchestra. A celebratory Champagne toast will close the evening at midnight. NationalWW2Museum.org
LPO Holiday Spectacular
Dec. 2
In the mood for some holiday cheer? The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra will play holiday favorites at the Orpheum Theater. OrpheumNOLA.net
Festival of the Bonfires
Dec. 9-11
One of the most magical Louisiana holiday experiences is the Festival of the Bonfires at Lutcher Recreational Park. Aside from the bonfires, there will also be musical acts, crafts and food. FestivalOfTheBonfires.org
Teddy Bear Tea
Dec. 9, 16 & 23
BB’s Stage Door Canteen at the National World War II Museum is hosting Teddy Bear Tea. Children will receive a teddy bear, delicious treats and a special visit from Santa. NationalWW2Museum.org