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Mardi Gras New Orleans
Starts: 02/17/2026 - Ends: 03/04/2025
There's no better place to experience the excitement of Mardi Gras than in New Orleans! During this world-famous celebration, the city comes alive with vibrant parades, festive costumes, and lively music. It's the perfect time to explore New Orleans' iconic attractions, indulge in delicious local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of the city. Whether you're catching beads on Bourbon Street or enjoying the sights and sounds of the festivities, Mardi Gras in the Big Easy is an unforgettable experience.
After enjoying the festivities, unwind at Slidell KOA, where you can relax in a safe and serene setting while staying close to the excitement of the city.
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Beignet Fest
Starts: 11/16/2025 - Ends: 11/16/2024
Hailed by Garden & Gun and Southern Living as one of the best food festivals in the South, Beignet Fest is a premier Louisiana food event celebrating one of New Orleans' most iconic dishes. With over 80 menu options, including nearly 50 unique takes on beignets - both sweet and savory - there's something for every taste. The festival also offers vegan and gluten-free options, making it accessible for all.
Proceeds from the event support the Beignet Fest Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to raising awareness and supporting programs for autistic youth and their families in the Greater New Orleans area.
After indulging in the delicious beignets and enjoying the festivities, camp at Slidell KOA, where you can unwind in a peaceful, natural setting.
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Bayou Bacchanal
Starts: 11/01/2025 - Ends: 11/02/2024
Bayou Bacchanal, the original Caribbean Carnival of New Orleans, is back for a vibrant two-day celebration of Caribbean culture and heritage. Presented by Friends of Culture, the event features authentic Caribbean cuisine, dance, and music, creating a lively and immersive experience. Friends of Culture works to strengthen the cultural connection between the Greater New Orleans region and the Caribbean islands.
After a lively celebration, retreat to Slidell KOA, where you can relax in a tranquil setting while remaining close to the city of New Orleans.
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Celebration in the Oaks
Starts: 11/29/2025 - Ends: 01/03/2025
Celebration in the Oaks is an annual holiday festivity from Thanksgiving through the New Year! It is one of the most spectacular holiday light shows in the country.
The grounds of New Orleans City Park are transformed into 25 acres of dazzling lights and breathtaking, festive displays. The Park, Botanical Garden, Storyland and Carousel Gardens Amusement Park are all captured with hundreds of thousands of lights to create a winter wonderland here in the Big Easy. There are two ways to enjoy the lighted displays:
- Enjoy the scene of illuminated oak trees with a driving tour throughout the park. Over a million lights will be scattered throughout the 2.25-mile drive to set the scene for the holiday season to come.
- You can also book a walking tour, which includes access to Carousel Gardens Amusement Park and the Botanical Garden.
As City Park's largest fundraiser, this incredible light festival has enchanted park visitors since the 1980s and is vital to the Park's maintenance, care, and beautification year-round. Tickets go on sale November 1st.
Book a stay at Slidell KOA, a conveniently located campground open year-round, ideal for holiday getaways.
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Tremé Creole Gumbo Festival
Starts: 11/09/2025 - Ends: 11/10/2024
The Tremé Creole Gumbo Festival is a free weekend celebration showcasing the music, food, and dance that define New Orleans. Enjoy live R&B, Funk, and Brass Bands while savoring delicious gumbo in the scenic Louis Armstrong Park. With an arts market, incredible performances, and plenty of local flavor, this event is a must for music and food lovers alike.
After a day of enjoying live music and flavorful gumbo, unwind at Slidell KOA, where you can relax in a serene environment while remaining close to the city's top attractions.
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Christmas Eve Bonfires on the Levee
Starts: 12/24/2025 - Ends: 12/24/2024
There are many colorfully imaginative traditions dating back to the earliest Cajun settlers of the regions of southern Louisiana to the west and north of New Orleans. One of them is the lighting of the bonfires along the Mississippi River on Christmas Eve.
At dusk, usually around 7:00 p.m., the structures are doused with flammable liquids and set ablaze, lighting the sky and the surrounding area with towering flames that would be impossible for Papa Noël and his reindeer to miss. The crowds that gather to watch these spectacular conflagrations enjoy a free show and, in some locales, free bowls of hot gumbo are served up by local residents. The blazes are often accompanied by displays of fireworks, set off by the fires themselves.
One of the best ways to ensure “a good seat” for a bonfire on the levee is to book a narrated motor coach excursion with Gray Line Tours. Two options are available: the four-hour Christmas Eve Bonfire Express, which only includes the bonfires, and the 6½-hour Christmas Eve Bonfire Adventure Tour, which includes a tour of San Francisco Plantation and a holiday dinner there.
Book a stay at Slidell KOA, a conveniently located campground open year-round, ideal for holiday getaways.
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Tour of the French Quarter History Galleries
Starts: 11/10/2024 - Ends: 03/08/2026
Discover more than 300 years of French Quarter history at the French Quarter History Galleries. This 35-minute guided tour showcases historic objects and images from the Historic New Orleans Collection's holdings, exploring the stories of immigrant communities, artists, musicians, and the complex legacies of slavery and civil rights activism. Tours are available at 11:30 AM on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. After a day of exploring, return to the comfort of Slidell KOA, where you can relax and unwind in a natural setting while staying close to the city's top attractions.
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50th Louisiana Crawfish Festival
Starts: 03/20/2026 - Ends: 03/23/2025
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Louisiana Crawfish Festival, where you can enjoy live music, delicious food, and exciting carnival rides!
The Louisiana Crawfish Fest Foundation is dedicated to supporting community programs in St. Bernard Parish and the surrounding areas. Through its efforts, the foundation aims to promote the values of kindness and respect in all relationships, encouraging the spirit of the Golden Rule in daily life.
Book your weekend stay at Slidell KOA for convenient, safe, and family-friendly camping.
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St. Patrick's Day Parade
Starts: 03/15/2026 - Ends: 03/17/2025
St. Patrick's Day is another reason to celebrate in the Big Easy! Music and bands in the parade, dancing groups, floats, and float trucks bring this festivity to life - only stopping to award their beautiful beads and flowers to the lucky parade goers along the route!
Be sure to check out the website for all event details: a block party, parade, and more celebrations in downtown New Orleans.
- Sat, March 15 - Parasol's Block Party 10am - 8pm
- Sun, March 16 - St. Patrick's Day Parade on Metairie Rd. - 12pm
- Mon, March 17 - Downtown Irish Club Parade - 7:00pm
After enjoying the St. Patrick's Day festivities, retreat to Slidell KOA, where you can relax in a tranquil environment while being just a short drive from the parties and parades in the city.
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July 4th Weekend Special Event
Starts: 07/04/2025 - Ends: 07/05/2025
Fourth of July Weekend: Food Trucks & Live Entertainment at Slidell KOA!
July 4th: Tootsie's 5 - 9 pm
July 5th: Goodtimes 5 - 9 pm
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Labor Day Weekend Special Event
Starts: 09/05/2025 - Ends: 09/06/2025
Labor Day Weekend: Food Trucks & Live Entertainment at the park! Enjoy the holiday weekend camping and join the family-friendly festivities!
Sept 5: Tootsie's BBQ 5 - 9 pm
Sept 6: Goodtimes at Ida's 5 - 9 pm
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Memorial Weekend Special Event
Starts: 05/23/2025 - Ends: 05/25/2025
Food Trucks & Live Entertainment - join us for family-friendly fun at Slidell KOA!
Food Truck Line Up for the Weekend - delicious BBQ, burgers, poboys, and more!
May 23rd: Tootsie's Food Truck 5 - 9pm
May 24th: Goodtimes at Idas 5 - 9pm
May 25th: Flyin' Pig Food Truck 5 - 9pm
Book your RV site or tent site at Slidell KOA today!
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New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival
Starts: 04/24/2025 - Ends: 05/04/2025
The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival - affectionately known as Jazz Fest by locals - is a vibrant celebration of the rich culture and heritage of New Orleans and Louisiana. From nonstop live music and mouthwatering local cuisine to unique handmade crafts, lively second-line parades, and countless other experiences, Jazz Fest offers something for everyone to enjoy! Check out the website for details and tickets.
Recurring Thursday through Sunday, April 24 - May 4. Stay at Slidell KOA for the perfect balance to rest and recharge during the festival.
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Mardi Gras New Orleans
Starts: 02/17/2026 - Ends: 03/04/2025
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Mardi Gras New Orleans
Starts: 02/09/2027 - Ends: 02/24/2026
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Mardi Gras New Orleans
Starts: 02/29/2028 - Ends: 03/16/2027
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Mardi Gras New Orleans
Starts: 02/13/2029 - Ends: 02/29/2028
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Beignet Fest
Starts: 11/16/2025 - Ends: 11/16/2024
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Beignet Fest
Starts: 11/16/2026 - Ends: 11/16/2025
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Beignet Fest
Starts: 11/16/2027 - Ends: 11/16/2026
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Beignet Fest
Starts: 11/16/2028 - Ends: 11/17/2027
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Bayou Bacchanal
Starts: 11/01/2025 - Ends: 11/02/2024
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Bayou Bacchanal
Starts: 11/01/2026 - Ends: 11/02/2025
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Bayou Bacchanal
Starts: 11/01/2027 - Ends: 11/02/2026
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Bayou Bacchanal
Starts: 11/01/2028 - Ends: 11/03/2027
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Celebration in the Oaks
Starts: 11/29/2025 - Ends: 01/03/2025
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Celebration in the Oaks
Starts: 11/29/2026 - Ends: 01/03/2026
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Celebration in the Oaks
Starts: 11/29/2027 - Ends: 01/03/2027
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Celebration in the Oaks
Starts: 11/29/2028 - Ends: 01/04/2028
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Tremé Creole Gumbo Festival
Starts: 11/09/2025 - Ends: 11/10/2024
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Tremé Creole Gumbo Festival
Starts: 11/09/2026 - Ends: 11/10/2025
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Tremé Creole Gumbo Festival
Starts: 11/09/2027 - Ends: 11/10/2026
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Tremé Creole Gumbo Festival
Starts: 11/09/2028 - Ends: 11/11/2027
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Christmas Eve Bonfires on the Levee
Starts: 12/24/2025 - Ends: 12/24/2024
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Christmas Eve Bonfires on the Levee
Starts: 12/24/2026 - Ends: 12/24/2025
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Christmas Eve Bonfires on the Levee
Starts: 12/24/2027 - Ends: 12/24/2026
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Christmas Eve Bonfires on the Levee
Starts: 12/24/2028 - Ends: 12/25/2027
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Special Event Weekends
Starts: 05/23/2025 - Ends: 05/23/2025
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Special Event Weekends
Starts: 07/04/2025 - Ends: 07/04/2025
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Special Event Weekends
Starts: 09/05/2025 - Ends: 09/05/2025
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50th Louisiana Crawfish Festival
Starts: 03/20/2026 - Ends: 03/23/2025
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St. Patrick's Day Parade
Starts: 03/15/2026 - Ends: 03/17/2025
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St. Patrick's Day Parade
Starts: 03/14/2027 - Ends: 03/16/2026
