New Orleans KOA Holiday Events

When it is crawfish season here in Nola, we have a food truck (bus) that we partner with, that does crawfish boil. When you order from them, they can either deliver to the campground, or you can drive a short distance to their bus & pick up your crawfish boil, or eat there. Prices range depending on the cost of the crawfish. Open Wed.-Sun. during crawfish season (March to mid June). Hours vary, so check their website.

Each year, NOLA 4x4 Club holds their annual crawfish boil at our park. They open it to our guests. For a small fee, you can get access to their all you can eat crawfish & veggies. Inquire in the office.

Come join us for our annual Easter dinner potluck! We have an amazingly large spread of all the fixings & everyone brings a dish to share. You can also bring your own alcoholic beverage. Regular beverages will be provided. We will have seating, but you're always welcome to bring your comfy chair, for our movie on the lawn, that follows dinner. The movie is Easter themed. Come enjoy the holiday with us after hitting the Easter parades in the French Quarter! We also take up a donation to send children with cancer to camp!

"Wednesday at the Square, sponsored by the Young Leadership Council of New Orleans, presents a series of free outdoor concerts featuring well-known local artists. The weekly concert series highlights a variety of indigenous musical styles, including jazz, rock, funk, swamp-pop, Latin rhythms and more. New Orleans' most famous brass bands are known to play at this annual concert series. Plus, admission is FREE and open to the public. All around Lafayette Square are food booths and concessions offering local culinary specialties: everything from entrée items to delicious desserts. Plus, you'll be able to purchase a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Major credit and debit cards are accepted at all vendors. To use cash, please visit the Cash Exchange tent to load up a gift card. No outside food or beverages may be brought into any of the events."  ~per neworleans.com

"Wednesday at the Square is a free concert series in the heart of New Orleans Central Business District. Proceeds from food and beverage sales benefit the Young Leadership Council's community projects, designed not only to improve the quality of life in the Greater New Orleans area but also to foster leadership skills in young professionals." ~per their website

"Since 1958, Zurich Classic of Louisiana has brought together some of the best in golf to compete for the title of Zurich Classic Champion. This annual leg of the PGA Tour is played in mid-spring, just 25 minutes outside of New Orleans in Avondale, LA at TPC of Louisiana." ~per neworleans.com

"Professional golf has been around New Orleans since 1931 and an annual event since 1958. Over the years, big names in the golfing community have left their mark here, including Byron Nelson, Billy Casper, Jack Nicklaus, Lee Trevino, Tom Watson and Seve Ballesteros. Past winners include Ben Crenshaw, Davis Love III, Louisiana native David Toms, Vijay Singh, Nick Watney, Bubba Watson, Billy Horschel, Justin Rose and Ryan Palmer and Jon Rahm. Over the years, the Classic has attracted such golfers as Rickie Fowler, Graeme McDowell, Steve Stricker, Luke Donald, Camilo Villegas, Ben Crane, Nick Faldo, Payne Stewart, Greg Norman, Ernie Els, David Duval, Chris DiMarco and Phil Mickelson. The great relationship between golf and the city of New Orleans has blossomed through the years." per their website

"The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, more commonly referred to as Jazz Fest, is an annual festival celebrating the music, art, culture, and heritage of New Orleans. Over the years, it has worked its way into the hearts of locals and visitors alike. The Festival has always blended a wide mix of internationally renowned artists from both Louisiana and the rest of the world. The Louisiana Heritage Festival,” was originally conceived by George Wein. He envisioned a daytime fair with multiple stages featuring a variety of local music styles, Louisiana cuisine, arts and crafts and evening concerts. The first Jazz Fest took place in April 1970, in Congo Square with an all-star lineup that included Mahalia Jackson, Duke Ellington, Fats Domino, Pete Fountain, The Preservation Hall Brass Band, Mardi Gras Indians and many others. Only 350 attended the inaugural event, but that would soon change. Today, Wein's original vision remains the basic premise of the festival, and Jazz Fest welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors annually." ~per neworleans.com

"In April of 1970, Mahalia Jackson, often called the greatest gospel singer, returned to her hometown to appear at the first New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. While attending the Louisiana Heritage Fair in Congo Square (then known as Beauregard Square), she and Duke Ellington, who also appeared at the event, came upon the Eureka Brass Band leading a crowd of second-line revelers through the Festival grounds. George Wein, producer of the Festival, handed Ms. Jackson a microphone, she sang along with the band and joined the parade… and the spirit of Jazz Fest was born. This spontaneous, momentous scene—this meeting of jazz and heritage—has stood for decades as a stirring symbol of the authenticity of the celebration that was destined to become a cultural force. From the very beginning, the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival was envisioned as an important event that would have great cultural significance and popular appeal. The Festival was the culmination of years of discussions and efforts by city leaders who wanted to create an event worthy of the city's legacy as the birthplace of jazz." ~per their website

***WE RUN A SPECIAL JAZZ FEST SHUTTLE (ROUND TRIP) DURING THIS EVENT. Inquire in the office, about the event & the shuttle.***

"NOLA Crawfish Fest is three days of tastes, smells and sounds during the days between Jazzfest weekends. 7 Years running, the festival brings visitors and locals a distinct backyard boil vibe with local musical legends and HOT Boiled Crawfish by the NOLA Crawfish King, Chris “Shaggy” Davis.  NOLA Crawfish Fest tops off the music and food fun with a Crawfish Eatin' Competition, a 20-team Crawfish Cook-Off judged by local celebrities and plays hosts to truly unique Louisiana Arts and Crafts vendors. Originally created as a way for visitors to spend time between Jazzfest weekends, festival producer and local crawfish connoisseur, Chris “Shaggy” Davis says,  “We have grown into a must-see, target destination, for out-of-towners and locals alike during the ‘lull' between Jazzfest weekends. We take that backyard boil feel that everyone loves but bring some big-name talent and give you the smells, sounds and feels that New Orleanians enjoy about this time of the year, all in an intimate environment. It's a great time for friends and its family friendly, too” ~per their website

"The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, more commonly referred to as Jazz Fest, is an annual festival celebrating the music, art, culture, and heritage of New Orleans. Over the years, it has worked its way into the hearts of locals and visitors alike. The Festival has always blended a wide mix of internationally renowned artists from both Louisiana and the rest of the world. The Louisiana Heritage Festival,” was originally conceived by George Wein. He envisioned a daytime fair with multiple stages featuring a variety of local music styles, Louisiana cuisine, arts and crafts and evening concerts. The first Jazz Fest took place in April 1970, in Congo Square with an all-star lineup that included Mahalia Jackson, Duke Ellington, Fats Domino, Pete Fountain, The Preservation Hall Brass Band, Mardi Gras Indians and many others. Only 350 attended the inaugural event, but that would soon change. Today, Wein's original vision remains the basic premise of the festival, and Jazz Fest welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors annually." ~per neworleans.com"In April of 1970, Mahalia Jackson, often called the greatest gospel singer, returned to her hometown to appear at the first New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. While attending the Louisiana Heritage Fair in Congo Square (then known as Beauregard Square), she and Duke Ellington, who also appeared at the event, came upon the Eureka Brass Band leading a crowd of second-line revelers through the Festival grounds. George Wein, producer of the Festival, handed Ms. Jackson a microphone, she sang along with the band and joined the parade… and the spirit of Jazz Fest was born. This spontaneous, momentous scene—this meeting of jazz and heritage—has stood for decades as a stirring symbol of the authenticity of the celebration that was destined to become a cultural force. From the very beginning, the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival was envisioned as an important event that would have great cultural significance and popular appeal. The Festival was the culmination of years of discussions and efforts by city leaders who wanted to create an event worthy of the city's legacy as the birthplace of jazz." ~per their website***WE RUN A SPECIAL JAZZ FEST SHUTTLE (ROUND TRIP) DURING THIS EVENT. Inquire in the office, about the event & the shuttle.***

"Hogs for the Cause satisfies taste buds with barbecue, sauces and sides prepared every way imaginable and then some. The cook-off competition is fierce, with teams vying for bragging rights in categories that include whole hog, ribs, sauce and fan favorite. Attendees can vote for their favorite dishes after sampling the savory food and then donating to that team. In addition to all the mouth watering barbeque, Hogs for the Cause includes music all weekend. Past events have featured local favorites like Sweet Crude, Tab Benoit, Little Freddie King, and King James & the Special Men. The event was begun in 2008 by New Orleanians Rene Louapre and Becker Hall who sought to bring back the old Southern tradition of open-flame pig roasts. However, that same year. the creators met 4-year-old, Ben Sarrat Jr., who suffered from an incurable brain tumor. Ben and his family inspired the event's founders to turn the event into a fundraiser for children with pediatric brain cancer and their families. Since its start, the festival has grown to include more food, more bands, and more celebrity appearances. More than 200 families have gotten grants to help with medical bills and other expenses. There are many tickets packages for sale, from one-day passes to weekend-long Boss Hog passes that include an open bar and a special viewing area." ~per neworleans.com

"The Hogs for the Cause festival, a delightful blend of food, music, and charity, is almost here! Taking place in New Orleans In April, this event is not only one of the largest barbecue and music festivals in the country but also a celebration of year-round fundraising efforts for a great cause." !~per their website

Inquire about this great event in the office!

"Each year, thousands of attendees from near and far make their way to New Orleans' historic French Quarter for the annual French Quarter Festival. This massive celebration highlights the food, music, art and culture of this beloved neighborhood. From the Riverfront all the way to Jackson Square guests can indulge in countless locals bites, live music performances, and special events and activities." ~per neworleans.com

"Fans are invited to join festival organizers, sponsors, and partners to welcome Fest on day 1, at the French Quarter Festival Kickoff Parade. The parade departs from the 200 block of Bourbon Street down to St.Ann Street where it then turns and makes its way to Jackson Square for the Annual Opening Day Ceremony. The French Market Traditional Jazz Stage and the Chevron Cajun-Zydeco Showcase will feature dancing and classes in the following: Traditional Jazz, 1920s Charleston, Swing Dance, Cajun Jitterbug, and Zydeco. Classes are taught by professional dancers. All classes are free and open to the public.  On Saturday and Sunday of French Quarter Festival, families are invited to take a journey of discovery at Chevron's STEM Exscavaganza: A Louisiana Scavenger Hunt. “We welcome kids from the Crescent City and around the world to the Chevron Children's STEM Zone at the festival. This fun, interactive environment is designed to foster a passion for learning by showing young men and women how science, technology, engineering, and math are the foundation of their future success,” said Chevron Gulf of Mexico Public Affairs Manager Leah Brown. “This year we will showcase STEM Exscavaganza and ask kids to scavenge for exciting STEM concepts presented by eleven of our community partners. We're proud to once again bring the Chevron Children's STEM Zone to French Quarter Festival and invite everyone to stop by. Community partners who will host stations include Audubon Nature Institute, NASA Astro Camp, Project Lead the Way, The Water Institute, NAMI St. Tammany, STEM NOLA, Central Creativity & LA STEM, Pontchartrain Conservancy and Northshore Technical Community College.  Chevron Children's STEM Zone will be located on the Natchez Wharf at the foot of Toulouse Street at the river and be open on both Saturday and Sunday from 11am-5pm. For the third year, The French Quarter Fest After Dark Series expands the fan experience by offering nighttime programming from 9pm – 12am. The curated series will be held at special venues around the city to keep the good times rolling after the last festival stage closes at 8pm. ~per their website

That is just a few of the things happening at this great festival. Inquire in our office!

City Park is a way to keep some country in the city! It is over 1,000 acres of both natural space AND hosts a slew of recreation, activities & attractions. "Over 170 years old, one mile wide and three miles long comprising a total of 1,300 acres, New Orleans City Park is one of the largest urban Parks in the country. It is located in the heart of the city and is the largest recreational area for the entire region. City Park is home to the largest collection of mature live oaks in the world, with some trees over 800 years old." (from their website)

They hold an annual Easter Egg Hunt for the littles. Come see us in the office to inquire about this event.

"Join us for an EGG-cellent day complete with egg hunt, music, a visit from the Easter Bunny and unlimited Amusement Park rides. We'll supply the bags and eggs, you just bring the little ones looking for FUN." (per their website)

"The place to be is the amusement park in City Park, where the Carousel Gardens and Storyland are located. Thousands of colored eggs are hidden around the area, and every kid is almost guaranteed to find at least one: 12 is the maximum. The most-highly-sought-after eggs are the golden ones with special prizes hidden inside. The event is recommended for 8 years and younger and there is a ‘little kid' area just for toddlers. The kids can also visit with the Easter Bunny and enjoy other types of entertainment." ~per neworleans.com

Another one of our famous parks that put the country in the city. This park has 155 amazing acres brimming with wildlife, trails, events & more.

Their Easter event has egg hunts, games & lots of family fun.

"The Strawberry Festival is a 3-day festival held annually in Ponchatoula, the Strawberry Capital of the World. Each year, around 300,000 visitors attend to enjoy the rides, free live music, and food and drinks from our local non-profit vendors. We hope that you enjoy our little town but remember to make it down to the official festival grounds which are located at Memorial Park and North 6th Street leading to the festival grounds.  Along the way you will pass our nonprofit groups serving you with lots of good food, drinks, daquiris and more.  Stop and visit our farmers located on Farmers Row and purchase strawberries, jellies and jams picked and prepared fresh by our local farmers.  Make sure to look for the official booth certificate when making your purchases as this ensures that you are supporting our local farmers and nonprofits along with our local community.  Come listen to our awesome bands making up our entertainment schedule that we hand-picked just for you! You'll find everything Strawberry along the way, including the best rides, music, and entertainment around.  We know that you will have the BERRY best time!  Thanks again for visiting our festival."

The Strawberry Festival Parade is held on the Saturday morning of festival weekend." ~per their website

City Park is a way to keep some country in the city! It is over 1,000 acres of both natural space AND hosts a slew of recreation, activities & attractions.

"Over 170 years old, one mile wide and three miles long comprising a total of 1,300 acres, New Orleans City Park is one of the largest urban Parks in the country. It is located in the heart of the city and is the largest recreational area for the entire region. City Park is home to the largest collection of mature live oaks in the world, with some trees over 800 years old." (from their website)

They hold an annual Easter Egg Hunt for the littles. Come see us in the office to inquire about this event.

"Join us for an EGG-cellent day complete with egg hunt, music, a visit from the Easter Bunny and unlimited Amusement Park rides. We'll supply the bags and eggs, you just bring the little ones looking for FUN." (per their website)

"The place to be is the amusement park in City Park, where the Carousel Gardens and Storyland are located. Thousands of colored eggs are hidden around the area, and every kid is almost guaranteed to find at least one: 12 is the maximum. The most-highly-sought-after eggs are the golden ones with special prizes hidden inside. The event is recommended for 8 years and younger and there is a ‘little kid' area just for toddlers. The kids can also visit with the Easter Bunny and enjoy other types of entertainment." ~per neworleans.com

A Festival to Remember!
6 blocks containing over 200 local artist and chefs. 46 brick and mortar businesses. 3 stages. 20 bands. 1 amazing day. ~per their website

City Park is a way to keep some country in the city! It is over 1,000 acres of both natural space AND hosts a slew of recreation, activities & attractions.

"Over 170 years old, one mile wide and three miles long comprising a total of 1,300 acres, New Orleans City Park is one of the largest urban Parks in the country. It is located in the heart of the city and is the largest recreational area for the entire region. City Park is home to the largest collection of mature live oaks in the world, with some trees over 800 years old." (from their website)

They hold an annual Easter event for adults, called "Bunny Hops". Come see us in the office to inquire about this event.

"Join us Easter weekend for an adults-only egg hunt complete with open beer bars, jambalaya, music and unlimited Amusement Park rides." (per their website)

"Easter brunches are another old New Orleans tradition; a pleasant ending for the food sacrifices that may have been made during the Lenten season. Many of New Orleans' finest restaurants offer Easter brunches, some even at discounted prices. Be sure to make reservations in advance." ~per neworleans.com

Come talk to us in the office about some of our restaurant recommendations & to book our shuttle to get to the French Quarter for the Easter festivities!

"Usually after lunch is the Chris Owens French Quarter Easter Parade. This tradition, which began back in the early 1980s, features renowned French Quarter singer, dancer and all-around entertainer Chris Owens as the Grand Duchess. She stands proudly on her gaily decorated float, assisted by elegantly attired attendants while decked out in one of her stunning, tight-fitting outfits. The parade usually starts at the corner of Canal and Bourbon streets and makes its way through the French Quarter, past the Chris Owens Club at 500 Bourbon, with colorful floats and vintage convertibles and accompanied by one or more of the city's famous brass bands. There are also dance groups and other entertainers. And, of course, since this is a New Orleans parade, there will be plenty of throws – Easter-themed – to catch from the floats and the open-top cars." ~per neworleans.com

Stop in the office to book our shuttle, which will take you to the French Quarter for the Easter events & parades. We also have an event board where everything is posted & our staff is ready to assist you with a map of the parade routes & with any pointers you need!

"Hop aboard the Steamboat NATCHEZ for an Easter Sunday sail-a-bration! This Bunny Brunch Jazz Cruise features memorable entertainment for the whole family, from visiting with the Easter Bunny to listening to live jazz while you cruise up and down the Mighty Mississippi. Adults can enjoy refreshing beverages from our Spring Fling Cocktail Menu at any of the three onboard bars. A brunch buffet is available for purchase, or upgrade your entire cruise experience with our Spring Fling Party Package. The Spring Fling Party Package includes the two-hour cruise, brunch buffet, a decorated reserved table in the dining room for the first seating, three alcoholic beverages from our Spring Fling Cocktail Menu (unlimited soft drinks and juice for children), a sweet treat and more!" ~per their website

"Easter Sunday's lineup of parades starts early that morning with The Historic French Quarter Easter Parade, from Antoine's Restaurant, to St. Louis Cathedral for Mass. The parade, consisting largely of mule-drawn carriages and old convertibles, makes its leisurely, roundabout way through the French Quarter, handing out stuffed Easter bunnies to the kids, along with other trinkets. Following Mass, participants in the parade promenade to Jackson Square, opposite the Cathedral, to show off their Easter bonnets and other finery before returning to Antoine's. Awards are given out for the best Easter bonnets, Easter baskets and overall Easter attire."  ~per neworleans.com

Stop in the office to book our shuttle, which will take you to the French Quarter for the Easter events & parades. We also have an event board where everything is posted & our staff is ready to assist you with a map of the parade routes & with any pointers you need!