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Following several years of COVID-influenced carnival seasons, the return of traditional parade routes is sparking excitement not seen in awhile, according to Allyssa Fletchinger Higgins, vice president of Plush Appeal – The Mardi Gras Spot.

Did you know the Rex Organization has staged its Carnival Ball at four different spots over its 151-year history? Can you name them? They are: Exposition Hall (or Washington Artillery Hall) and the Athenaeum, both located on St.

Tony-winning director Bartlett Sher brings his fresh take on a beloved masterpiece to life as “Fiddler on the Roof” visits cities across North America.

The first issue of the Clarion Herald, the Catholic newspaper of the Archdiocese of New Orleans, hit the presses on Feb.

An estimated 15.1% of U.S.children have experienced a major depression episode.

Who says you have to be married to go on a honeymoon? “Bestiemoons” are trending on TikTok with millions of views.

It’s officially Mardi Gras 2023, and the photographers and reporters at WWLTV will take to the streets – from the French Quarter to the Morial Convention Center – to cover the season’s most popular and opulent parades and revelry throughout the city.

The Ogden Museum announces a monumental exhibition to celebrate its 20th  anniversary as home to the most significant collection of art of the American South in the world.

Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her most beloved hits, “TINA – The Tina Turner Musical” hits The Saenger Theatre stage Feb. 7-12 to tell the journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen of Rock n’ Roll.

If you’ve been to a parade in New Orleans, you’ve likely come across merchandise from Plush Appeal.

Atlantans are in the thick of winter, and it’s brought with it the dreaded cold and flu in spades.

With the arrival of 12th Night, New Orleans is turning its attention to carnival time – the ultimate expression of camaraderie and community.

Do you have an estate sale find you just couldn’t pass up, or a family heirloom you’ve been wondering about? Find out what they’re really worth during the WYES Antiques Showcase with New Orleans Auction Galleries on Saturday, Feb.

Celebrating its 50th Anniversary, ” Jesus Christ Superstar” graces the Saenger Theatre stage Jan.

WYES Season of Good Tastes fundraiser will return for its 30th year of wine tasting dinners in the new year.

The Crescent City Countdown is the biggest party in New Orleans each New Year, as friends and neighbors, visitors and tourists gather in Jackson Square.

Welcome the New Year with a fun buzz with these three perfect cocktails for your New Year’s celebration:• Melon Ball Drop – This citrusy concoction is a perfect glass to cheer with as the ball drops.

This holiday season, WWLTV invites to you round up the family, get out of the house, and experience a one-of-a-kind, augmented reality immersion into the 850-year history of the Notre-Dame Cathedral.

Nothing speaks to joy better than the holidays.

We’ve celebrated all the Gulf of Mexico gives through the Gulf of Mexico Alliance’s 2022 “What the Gulf Gives” social media campaign. 

Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Louisiana recently opened the doors to its new house in the heart of Children’s Hospital New Orleans’ campus.

The record-setting Broadway sensation Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical returns to The Saenger Theatre Dec. 13-20.

Enjoy gifts for travelers like a backpack made from recycled plastic, a portable power pack that charges your phone and can jump your car, a floating wet bag and our new favorite travel pillow in this year’s gift guide.

WWL-TV is honored to have been nominated for 12 awards in the 46th Annual Suncoast Regional Emmy® Awards.

On Dec. 10, the Pontchartrain Conservancy is excited to host its holiday event, Lights on the Lake for families to gather to watch the West End Boat Parade.

It’s almost impossible to prepare a Thanksgiving meal without having leftovers. But that’s not necessarily a bad thing.

The holiday hustle and bustle can be exhausting.

The New Orleans Jazz Museum’s 5th Annual Improvisations Gala returns Saturday, Dec. 3 at the historic Mint at 400 Esplanade.

Boys Town Louisiana serves the New Orleans community in many ways including our residential programs for adolescent youth in need.

WHIM FM will celebrate eight years of human rights and advocacy programming at its 2022 Community Voice Awards and Anniversary Party.