Krampus Gras

NOLA Fetes Demon Who Visits the Night Before St. Nick

Krampus is the stuff of nightmares. His name is derived from the German word Krampen, or to claw, and the night before Nikolaustag (Saint Nick’s Day) the beast creeps into town and beats the children into being nice. Of course, New Orleans will be feting this anti-hero with a mini-fest on December 5.

Sky Bet

Weather for Weekend, Krewe du Vieux

Naming winter storms is all the rage these days! While New Orleanians would normally have lots to say about that, right now, most locals are focused on what “Jonas” means for us this weekend, specifically, what does it mean for Krewe du Vieux. The short answer is that the skies will be clear by the parade, but it won’t be warm.

Today in NOLA: 1.22.16

Today in New Orleans, kick off your weekend with the 2nd Annual Drunken Spelling Bee at Bayou Beer Garden, or hit up the Back to School Bounce at Republic with Big Freedia. Friday Nights at NOMA will present an Artist Perspective with Skylar Fein, and the Joy Theater will screen documentary, After the Spill. On this day in 1981, Oail Andrew "Bum" Phillips became head coach of the New Orleans Saints. Now, continued info on Friday picks. 

Today In NOLA 1.21.16

Today in New Orleans, Dogfish Reading Series will present Mixed Company, and Ogden After Hours will host Alexandra Scott. Margie Perez and Muévelo will bring the music of Celia Cruz to Prime Example Jazz Club. In sports news, the Pelicans will take on the Detroit Pistons. On this day in 2011, plans to revitalize Jazzland were announced, yet the park remains abandoned to this day. Now, more on tonight. 

Raising the Bars

LeBlanc & Bodenheimer Team Up for a Cause

A pair of local restauranteurs are hosting a fundraiser, and there will not be beaux-arts theaters or large foundations involved. Instead, Robert LeBlanc (LeBlanc & Smith) and Neil Bodenheimer (CureCo) are doing what they do best, throwing a party with great food and cocktails, to help a child battling Leukemia.

Today In NOLA 1.20.16

Today in New Orleans, the Big Sam Trio will bring some new sounds to the Maple Leaf, and Prtyania will screen the classic film, Breakfast at Tiffany’s. In more film news, Zeitgeist will have a showing of James Franco’s Yosemite. Newcomb Art Museum will host an artist talk with Andrea Dezsö. On this day in 1973, Jerry Lee Lewis made his debut at the Grand Ole Opry. Lewis had promised to abstain from obscenities during the show, but he broke his promise. Now, more to do this Wednesday.

Shakedown Street

It’s easy to associate Krewe du Vieux with their satire alone. (A parade renowned for their giant penises can have that effect). Still, KdV does a lot of good for the community. On Thursday (1.21), krewe members and an entourage of Naughty Nurses will hit up local businesses for donations to the New Orleans Musicians' Clinic (NOMC).

Today In NOLA 1.19.16

Today in New Orleans, the Pelicans are back in the city to take on the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Dominic Minix Quartet will jam with Honey Savage and Maggie Belle Band at Gasa Gasa, and the Saenger will put on a production of Motown the Musical. As always, Rebirth Brass Band will play at the Maple Leaf. On this day in 1994, Aaron Neville’s album The Grant Tour was certified Platinum. Now, more things to keep you busy.

Vieux to a Thrill

Krewe du Vieux Details Emerge

Krewe du Vieux is less than a week away. While last year’s “Disneylandrieu” float will be hard to top, the first big parade of the season rarely disappoints. Now, some details of the parade along with many of the sub-krewe’s individual themes are out.

Pole Position: Royal Sonesta Readies the Carnival Grease

Carnival is not lacking in traditions. Some are hallowed and others a bit more abstract. And, then there is the process of lubing up the metal poles on Bourbon. Today, the Royal Sonesta (300 Bourbon Street) announced that the annual Greasing off the Poles is set for February 5th at 10a.m.