Royal St. Charles Hotel

02/25/2020

Hail Rex, King of Carnival. Happy Mardi Gras Y'all!

01/16/2020

Jazz Fest lineup just announced! The Who, Foo Fighters, Lizzo, Stevie Nicks and more! Book our special Jazz Fest rates for hotel rooms. Use Promo Code JAZZ2020 or click on this link: JazzFest2020 Limited number of rooms available.

07/17/2019

Welcome to July 16 - July 21. While it is mostly a trade event for the bar biz, some events admit the general public. Go to the official website for dates, times and details on tasting rooms, spirited diinners and seminars. Only in you get educated on drinking!

https://talesofthecocktail.com/events/tales-cocktail-new-orleans/

A Local’s Guide to Tales of the Cocktail There's plenty to do this week. The largest cocktail convention in the world runs all this week in New Orleans, and though it often caters to the pros within the industry, the public can get involved too. With more than 300 Tales of the Cocktail events happ...

07/15/2019

Plan a getaway and get a weekday deal. It's almost like you'll have the place to yourself!

Your life is frenzied enough. Instead of spending time in long lines and crowds at amusement or national parks, why not vacation in New Orleans?  Summer in the south lets you saunter to attractions and savor each moment.  Check out this list of Family Friendly activities that you can bond over thi...

07/11/2019

San Fermin in Nueva Orleans this weekend. Our version of the Pamplona, Spain's famed event: .
7/12 - El Txupinazo - official kickoff party & fundraiser
7/13 - El Encierro : The Running of the Bulls
7/13 - La Fiesta de Pantalones
7/14 - El Pobre de Mí : Poor Me
Contact the organization to registere or for more details.

HistoryRunning of the Bulls in New Orleans started because someone told Los Pastores that the secret to getting rich was to start a festibal that was free and open to the public. Now that they’re all broke, Los Pastores have decided to start charging a registration fee to cover operating expenses ...

07/09/2019

'Cause it's summer, summertime is here....While we don't have a swimming pool, check out the list of places that allow our guests to use their pool for a fee.

07/07/2019

One last day to head to the Convention Center and the Essence Eats section of the festival. You're sure to find New Orleans favorite foods in between your rounds of beauty and fashion exhibits. Then head on to the Superdome fo see Big Freedia and Frankie Beverly & Maze close out at night. Happy 25th Essence!

Essence Eats OVERVIEW   |   PASSPORT 25   |   EATS EXPERIENCE   |   VENDORS

07/06/2019

Attention Fashionistas: Don't forget to check-out Fashion House at the historic Gallier Hall for runway shows and fashion designers or Beauty Extravaganza at the Convention Center for beauty tips and treats.

Gallier Hall will get a stylish makeover this weekend when it's transformed into the first Essence Fashion House, one of numerous mini-festivals and special experiences that make Essence Festival an

07/05/2019

ESSENCE FEST UPDATE: 2020 Presidential candidates to appear at the Convention Center on Saturday, July 6 and Sunday, July 7. Plan to arrive super early or you'll get crushed in the crowd.

Essence Fest is bringing several 2020 Presidential candidate nominee hopefuls face-to-face with the largest gathering of Black women in the country.

07/05/2019

Here's the concert lineup at the Superdome main stage and Super Lounges this weekend for Only smal clutches 4.5" x 6.5" or clear bags 12" x 6" x 12" will be allowed.

The 2019 Essence Festival roster spans Frankie Beverly, Big Freedia and former first lady Michelle Obama.

07/04/2019

Welcome to all our guests checking in for ! Enjoy the weekend with us. Have a fabulous time in New Orleans, baby!

The Essence Festival is back and better than ever. Scroll through for a look at all the events you won't want to miss!