Free Teen Takeover Night at NOMA
Teen Takeover is an after hours program organized and spearheaded by NOMA’s Teen Art Council. An event for teens by teens, this annual event offers teenagers a chance to explore the museum af…
Register Now for Mardi Gras Camp at the East Jefferson YMCA
Holiday camp at the Y is the place to be when kids are out of school! Drop your kids off at the Y knowing they are in a safe, engaging place to create crafts, play games, watch movies, engage i…
Your Mardi Gras Parade Calendar 2026
Sunday, February 1, 2026 MetairieKrewe of Little Rascals 12:00pmSlidellKrewe of Antheia 1:00pmMarigny'tit Rəx 4:30pmPearl RiverPearl River Lions Parade 1:00pmNew Orleans EastKrewe of Nefe…
Exciting News from Audubon Zoo ~ Tumani the Gorilla is Expecting
Exciting news from Audubon Zoo’s World of Primates: One of the Zoo’s critically endangered western lowland gorillas is expecting! This pregnancy is the result of successful breedin…
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Audubon Zoo's Lion Cubs Ready to Explore
It’s a big world out there, but Audubon Zoo’s three lion cubs are ready for the challenge!The…
Sponsored 2026 Macaroni KID New Orleans Summer Camp Guide
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Game Day Just Got Better: A Free Family Scavenger Hunt Printable
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Three Easy Game Day Dips That Never Fail for a Crowd
Got invited to a Super Bowl watch party and told to “just bring something easy”? Or hosting an…
Free Teen Takeover Night at NOMA
Teen Takeover is an after hours program organized and spearheaded by NOMA’s Teen Art Council. An ev…
Four Ways You Can Help Your Kids Become Responsible Teens
Are you helping your teen become a responsible adult? Or are you holding them back?A recent poll sho…
Sponsored The Western Sports & Live Music Event Families Love Is Back for 2026
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Register Now for Mardi Gras Camp at the East Jefferson YMCA
Holiday camp at the Y is the place to be when kids are out of school! Drop your kids off at the Y kn…
Get Pumped Up For the Games With These 17 Great Olympic Movies
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Don't Miss The Art and STEM of Mardi Gras this Saturday in New Orleans
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The Silly Valentine Poem Kids Can’t Wait to Fill Out (Free Printable)
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Bake Up Some Crafty Fun! Crayon Cookies Kids Will Love
This is a great indoor craft and a wonderful way to warm your kitchen during this cold weekend. Gather st…
Easy Slow Cooker Potato Soup With Just 6 Ingredients
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Your Mardi Gras Parade Calendar 2026
Sunday, February 1, 2026 MetairieKrewe of Little Rascals 12:00pmSlidellKrewe of Antheia 1:00pmMarign…
Babysitting Course at the East Jefferson YMCA
The Babysitting Course at the Y offers a great opportunity for students ages 11 and up the opportunity to…
10 February Dates Parents Should Have on Their Radar
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The Real Cost of Raising a Child Now (Parents Are Not OK)
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Exciting News from Audubon Zoo ~ Tumani the Gorilla is Expecting
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Free Admission Days at Aududon Zoo and Aquarium in New Orleans
Community Connect 2026 Audubon Nature Institute continues its commitment to educating our community…
Hello! My name is Nicole Provosty, native New Orleanian and mom of two boys. My goal is to bring you a great list of kid and family friendly events happening in and around New Orleans so you can create lots of memories with your children. New Orleans has so much to offer and many of the activities are free or really affordable.

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