NOLA Art Events

Fine Art, Street Art and Points of Interest in New Orleans, Louisiana

Discovering the Hidden Gems of the City: Beyond the Tourist Maps

Walking through the city streets often feels like reading a well-worn book; you know the main chapters by heart, but the margins hide the best stories. My personal approach to urban exploration involves ditching the guidebook and letting curiosity lead the way. Whether it is finding a mural tucked away in an alleyway or discovering…
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Crafting Connection Through Culture and Competition

Imagine a vibrant city teeming with artistic expression, where every street corner tells a story painted by local hands. That is the heart of places like the one celebrated by Crescent City Studio. It is a place where the creative spirit thrives, inviting us to explore galleries, admire stunning architecture, and discover the unique perspectives…
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Jammin’ on Julia (& beyond!)

A First Saturday Art Walk event featuring exhibitions and music in the galleries and museums of the district.  Source: https://artsdistrictneworleans.com/events/jammin-on-julia-beyond2

March 2026 Gallery Openings | The ORIGINAL First Saturday Art Walk

The ORIGINAL First Saturday Art Walk, a monthly event founded by Arts District New Orleans, will take place on the FIRST SATURDAY in March. The Arts District’s monthly Art Walk will take place on Saturday, March 7th from 5-8 pm. The galleries and museums of ADNO are open all day, with opening receptions from 5-8…
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The Masterpiece and the Moment: Where Artistry Meets Anticipation

In the vibrant tapestry of human experience, there exist two seemingly disparate threads that, upon closer inspection, reveal a profound and beautiful connection: the creation of fine art and the exhilarating world of games and wagers. Both are deeply rooted in our innate desire for expression, challenge, and the pursuit of something extraordinary. Imagine for…
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Art walk on Julia Street in New Orleans French Quarter

January 2026 Gallery Openings | The ORIGINAL First Saturday Art Walk

The ORIGINAL First Saturday Art Walk, a monthly event founded by Arts District New Orleans, will take place on the FIRST SATURDAY in January. The Arts District’s monthly Art Walk will take place on Saturday, January 3rd from 5-8 pm. The galleries and museums of ADNO are open all day, with opening receptions from 5-8…
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Brady’s Wine HOLIDAY CHEERS! | December 2025 First Saturday Gallery Openings

Arts District New Orleans is pleased to present Brady’s Wine HOLIDAY CHEERS, a holiday-themed art walk on Saturday, December 6th from 5-9 for ADNO’s December 2025 First Saturday Gallery Openings. The galleries and museums of ADNO are open all day, with opening receptions from 5-9 pm. Guests are invited to sip complimentary bubbles provided by Brady’s Wine…
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Jammin’ on Julia (& beyond!)

A First Saturday Art Walk event featuring exhibitions and music in the galleries and museums of the district.  Source: https://artsdistrictneworleans.com/events/jammin-on-julia-beyond2

November 2025 Gallery Openings | The ORIGINAL First Saturday Art Walk

The ORIGINAL First Saturday Art Walk, a monthly event founded by Arts District New Orleans, will take place on the FIRST SATURDAY in November. The Arts District’s monthly Art Walk will take place on Saturday, November 1st from 5-8 pm. The galleries and museums of ADNO are open all day, with opening receptions from 5-8…
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Brady’s Wine HOLIDAY CHEERS! | December 2024 First Saturday Gallery Openings

Arts District New Orleans is pleased to present Brady’s Wine HOLIDAY CHEERS, a holiday-themed art walk on Saturday, December 7th from 5-9 for ADNO’s December 2024 First Saturday Gallery Openings. The galleries and museums of ADNO are open all day, with opening receptions from 5-9 pm. Guests are invited to sip complimentary bubbles provided by Brady’s…
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ART BLITZ!

Arts District New Orleans is pleased to present special pre-game opening hours on Big Game Sunday! Guests are invited to enjoy libations and ART at participating galleries, who will open their doors for special Sunday hours ahead of the big game! A special ART pre-game celebration for The Big Game! Source: https://artsdistrictneworleans.com/events/art-blitz

Jammin’ on Julia (& beyond!)

A First Saturday Art Walk event featuring exhibitions and music in the galleries and museums of the district.  Source: https://artsdistrictneworleans.com/events/jammin-on-julia-beyond2

September 2025 Gallery Openings | The ORIGINAL First Saturday Art Walk

The ORIGINAL First Saturday Art Walk, a monthly event founded by Arts District New Orleans, will take place on the FIRST SATURDAY in September. The Arts District’s monthly Art Walk will take place on Saturday, September 6th from 5-8 pm. The galleries and museums of ADNO are open all day, with opening receptions from 5-8…
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FIDELITY BANK WHITE LINEN NIGHT

ARTS DISTRICT NEW ORLEANS ANNOUNCES “FIDELITY BANK WHITE LINEN NIGHT” IS BACK AUGUST 2ND Arts District New Orleans Source: https://artsdistrictneworleans.com/events/fidelity-bank-white-linen-night

ART FOR ARTS’ SAKE Downtown | October 2025 Gallery Openings (First Saturdays)

  Arts District New Orleans will hold its monthly First Saturday Art Walk on Saturday, October 4th from 5-9pm, also in conjunction with Art For Arts’ Sake, a celebration of the arts founded by the CAC in 1980, and presented by ADNO since the early 90s. Source: https://artsdistrictneworleans.com/events/art-for-arts-sake-downtown-october-2025-gallery-openings-first-saturdays

The National WWII Museum

Experience WWII through a collection of artifacts and historical exhibits that bring you back in time. The National WWII Museum in New Orleans has the largest number of first person oral history documented from the time.

Voodoo Music + Arts Experience

Fri, Oct 25 – Sun, Oct 27 New Orleans City Park Festival Grounds Stage #1Friederichs Dr, New Orleans, LA Get you Tickets and Festival map, Information HERE https://www.voodoofestival.com/

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BUKU Music + Art Project

PRESENTED BY: Buku Nola LLC DATES : 03/20/2020 – 03/21/2020 RECURRENCE : Recurring daily LOCATION : Mardi Gras World 1380 Port of New Orleans Pl., Next to Convention Center, New Orleans, LA 70114 PRICE : $105+ Featuring a live graffiti gallery, sculpture races and other interactive projects of local artists. There is also an arts…
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ART OF THE CITY: POST-MODERN TO POST-KATRINA

533 Royal St., New Orleans, LA 70130 View Website DATES: 04/06/2019 – 10/06/2019 RECURRENCE: Recurring daily LOCATION: The Historic New Orleans Collection PRICE: Free ABOUT: Art of the City: Post-Modern to Post-Katrina  Art of the City: Post-Modern to Post Katrina, is on display at the Historic New Orleans Collection.   Artists works show how the resilience…
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NOLA Downtown Festival

PRESENTED BY: Music Business Institute (MBI) DATES: 08/21/2019 – 08/24/2019 RECURRENCE: Recurring daily LOCATION: Downtown / CBD / Warehouse District