Alicia Ynez at Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro
Intimate early evening jazz performance in a legendary Marigny/Frenchmen-adjacent listening room.
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Things to do in New Orleans this weekend (Oct 16–18)
This weekend in New Orleans: Fri, Oct 16 – Sun, Oct 18, 2026 · 2 dated events
Find current events, restaurants, family activities, and quick getaway ideas in New Orleans, LA. WonderKit curates these picks daily so the page stays useful for both local search and trip planning.
12 hand-picked things to do in New Orleans, LA right now · 6 with confirmed dates
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A perfect 3 days in New Orleans, LA
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Day 1
MorningNew Orleans Film Festival Screenings
Annual gathering celebrating independent cinema with screenings across historic local theaters and panel discussions with visiting filmmakers.
AfternoonCochon
Renowned Warehouse District staple serving inventive, modern Cajun pork specialties and small plates in a rustic-chic space.
EveningThe Uptown Jazz Orchestra with John Gray
Dynamic late-slot performance showcasing rich brass arrangements and high-energy local talent.
Day 2
MorningHistoric Garden District Walking Tours
Take advantage of the cooler October air with a guided stroll past oak-canopied streets and 19th-century mansions.
AfternoonCompère Lapin
Chef Nina Compton's acclaimed spot inside the Old No. 77 Hotel blending Caribbean flavors with rich Louisiana ingredients.
EveningRock The Rafters: A Cajun & Creole Celebration
An authentic celebration of Louisiana roots music inside the historic Uptown music institution.
Day 3
MorningAlicia Ynez at Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro
Intimate early evening jazz performance in a legendary Marigny/Frenchmen-adjacent listening room.
Afternoon$uicideboy$ Present Grey Day Tour 2026
Massive arena homecoming performance featuring Destroy Lonely and heavy underground hip-hop acts.
EveningTulane Green Wave Football vs. Memphis Tigers
Under-the-lights college football action at the vibrant on-campus open-air stadium.
🎷 Happening Today
Live jazz, rock, and late-night sets across the city tonight
$uicideboy$ Present Grey Day Tour 2026
Massive arena homecoming performance featuring Destroy Lonely and heavy underground hip-hop acts.
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The Uptown Jazz Orchestra with John Gray
Dynamic late-slot performance showcasing rich brass arrangements and high-energy local talent.
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🏈 This Weekend in New Orleans, LA · Oct 16–18
Cajun celebrations, college football, and album releases
Rock The Rafters: A Cajun & Creole Celebration
An authentic celebration of Louisiana roots music inside the historic Uptown music institution.
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Tulane Green Wave Football vs. Memphis Tigers
Under-the-lights college football action at the vibrant on-campus open-air stadium.
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New Orleans Pelicans vs. Washington Wizards
Catch early-season NBA basketball action downtown at the Smoothie King Center.
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🦐 Eat & Drink
Neighborhood spots for fall dining and classic local flavors
Cochon
Renowned Warehouse District staple serving inventive, modern Cajun pork specialties and small plates in a rustic-chic space.
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Compère Lapin
Chef Nina Compton's acclaimed spot inside the Old No. 77 Hotel blending Caribbean flavors with rich Louisiana ingredients.
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✨ New & Notable
Seasonal cultural highlights and festival previews
New Orleans Film Festival Screenings
Annual gathering celebrating independent cinema with screenings across historic local theaters and panel discussions with visiting filmmakers.
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Historic Garden District Walking Tours
Take advantage of the cooler October air with a guided stroll past oak-canopied streets and 19th-century mansions.
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🚗 Quick Escape
Easy weekend getaways within a short drive of the city
Mandeville & the Northshore
Hop across the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway for a quiet weekend of cycling the Tammany Trace, waterfront dining, and browsing local art galleries.
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Lafayette & Acadiana Food Road Trip
A two-hour westward drive down I-10 lands you in the heart of Cajun Country for boudin trails, live zydeco music, and swamp explorations.
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Current local highlights in New Orleans, LA include Alicia Ynez at Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro, $uicideboy$ Present Grey Day Tour 2026, and The Uptown Jazz Orchestra with John Gray. WonderKit refreshes this guide daily so the picks reflect real local happenings.
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