New Orleans: Happening Events This Summer

New Orleans is a city like no other offering culture, music, and everything in between. Summer in the Big Easy is no different, with festivals and events almost every weekend. Here's a list of the biggest blowouts happening this summer.

New Orleans Wine and Food Experience

MAY 23 -27

The New Orleans Wine & Food Experience showcases what the city does best. This year is the 26th Anniversary of the event, over the years this festival has become a top culinary event, attracting over 7,00 gourmands and connoisseurs as well as music and art lovers.

Bayou Country Superfest

MAY 27

Bayou Country Superfest is a huge event that brings together the best of country music in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Featuring big name performers: George Strait, Chris Stapleton, Little Big Town, Kacey Musgraves, and Midland.

Essence Festival

JULY 6-8

The ESSENCE Festival is the premier showcase for contemporary African American music and culture. This year's festival brings many music legends to the Superdome such as Janet Jackson, Mary J. Blige, Queen Latifah, Snoop Dogg, Fantasia, and many more.

Keep reading for more events happening this Summer in Nola!