It’s the weekend before Christmas! If you’re not ready, there’s a lot going on around town to get you in the Christmas spirit.
Fri. Dec. 20, 2019
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What: NOLA Christmasfest
When: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Morial Convention Center
Price: $20
A skating rink in New Orleans? Yep! Of course we have a fest for Christmas, and this one features rides, an ice slide, spacewalks, a rock wall, gingerbread houses and a huge snow globe for those Instagram posts! Click here for more information!
What: Dashing Through the Dome
When: 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Mercedes Benz Superdome
Price: $35 for adults, $30 for kids
This unique 2-mile race runs participants into the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, up and around the Dome’s ground, plaza and terrace levels, then down the ramps finishing on the field! This event is fun for competitive runners looking for a new challenge, kids & football fans alike. Click here for more information.
Sat. Dec. 21, 2019
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What: Dee-1 x PUMA: Kicks for Christmas
When: Noon to 4 p.m.
Where: Digby Park, 6600 Virgillian Street
Price: Free
Rapper Dee-1, who hails from New Orleans East, has teamed up with Puma to give 500 pairs of shoes to those in need. There will be food, music and a free pair of tennis shoes! This event is proudly sponsored by Puma, Xpress Vinyl, NORD, We Dat’s Chicken and Shrimp, and the Ron Austin Law Firm. Click here for more information.
What: The Nutcracker with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra
When: 7 p.m.
Where: The Mahalia Jackson Theater
Price: Tickets start at $50
This is the longest running production of The Nutcracker in New Orleans and the only one accompanied by the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra. Experience the magic of snowflakes, bon bons and sugarplums in this family friendly ballet danced by internationally acclaimed ballet stars, local artists and the youth corps of over 100 local dancers. Click here for more information and tickets.
Sun. Dec. 22, 2019
What: Caroling in Jackson Square
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Jackson Square
Price: Free
A holiday tradition that has been going on since 1946, Christmas Caroling in Jackson Square is a joyful, fun experience that thousands of people participate in every year. Jackson Square will be illuminated by hundreds of candles held by singers, both amateur and professional, crooning Christmas favorites that everyone is familiar with. The event is free and open to all who wish to participate, regardless of religious affiliation. Candles and song sheets are provided at this free and open to the public event. The gates to Jackson Square open at 6:30 p.m. and the caroling begins at 7 p.m. Those who plan to attend and participate are strongly advised to arrive early. This is a very popular event that sometimes exceeds the capacity of the square.
What: DJ Soul Sister’s 13 Annual Holiday Crate Dig
When: 3 to 5 p.m.
Where: Domino Sound Record Shack
Price: Free to attend, record price varies
Dig through the record crates with one of the city’s favorite DJs while she spins selections entirely from the Domino Sound store stock! She’ll also help you with recommendations for your music and gift purchases so you can find the favorite Christmas gift. Click here for more information.
