Holidays

With approximately 200 days until New Orleans’ favorite celebration, the countdown to Mardi Gras 2024 has officially begun.

Federal holidays like Memorial Day and Veterans Day are not just extra days off. These important holidays mark the sacrifices made by our military members and their families.

Mother’s Day is approaching and what better way to show your appreciation than giving your mother a tech upgrade to elevate her life? Here are three high-tech gifts for a Millennial mom.

Lamenting the passing of Mardi Gras? Luck would have another favorite celebration just around the corner.

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.

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

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

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.

Nothing speaks to joy better than the holidays.

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.

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.

Plush Appeal – the Mardi Gras Spot has always been a favorite New Orleans destination to shop when it comes to celebrations.

We blinked and it’s already September. Our favorite five months of holidays start in just a few weeks with Halloween followed by the holidays, New Years and, finally, Mardi Gras.

Although we’re known for our Mardi Gras expertise,  Plush Appeal – The Mardi Gras Spot  can help make every occasion special – especially the Fourth of July.

The WWL-TV Mardi Gras Parade Tracker App covers more parades in more areas of the city than any other app on the market.

There’s nothing “Mardi Gras” you can’t find in this locally family-owned shop that has been operating in New Orleans for over 32 years.

If you’re looking for Mardi Gras swag, support local businesses like the Mardi Gras Spot for 2022’s Fat Tuesday festivities.

With less than a month to go before Carnival season gets into full swing, Plush Appeal – The Mardi Gras Spot wants to be sure you’re ready to shine.

Here are three easy ways that you can give back this holiday season:1.

We’ve found great budget-friendly gifts whether you’re searching for friends, family or the best present for the neighborhood gift exchange.

As the holidays approach and we celebrate and dine with our families, we cannot forget that one in four children in Louisiana experiences food insecurity.

Looking for a great selection of holiday presents and goodies? Plush Appeal/The Mardi Gras Spot has a little something for everyone.

The weather is changing, spooky season is upon us, Krewe of Boo is officially rolling and you want to celebrate Halloween to the fullest … that means you need to TREAT yourself with a visit to Plush Appeal/The Mardi Gras Spot where there are no tricks, ONLY treats.

With Halloween quickly approaching, there are several podcasts available to help set the tone for the spooky season.

Everyone’s a little bit Irish this time of year, especially in New Orleans! With no parades, we know our city will find a way to keep the celebratory spirit alive.

From door hangers to bunting, Plush Appeal – The Mardi Gras Spot is equipped to transition your home décor from holiday to Mardi Gras.

This year, the holidays are going to look a little different as many people are opting to stay socially distant from their loved ones.

Holidays hitting in the middle of a pandemic? Plush Appeal has everything you need to build a “holiday pandemic pack” for everyone on your list (yourself included).