Things to Do In Jefferson Parish Archives

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August is FREE Museum Month in New Orleans

July 27, 2026 Cara 0

Summer is winding down, school is getting ready to start, and it is HOTTER than HOT outside. To help keep all of us busy and cool this August, around 30 New Orleans Museums offer free admission during New Orleans Museum Month. How New Orleans FREE Museum Month Works An active […]

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Fun Things To Do This Weekend In Jefferson Parish With Kids: June 5-7.

June 3, 2026 Cara 0

This weekend is a little quieter than last weekend, and it’s supposed to rain all weekend. However, if you are looking for things to do, there are a few things happening around town. Lots of storytimes for the little ones, a birthday party for Winnie the Pooh at the West […]

Fun Things To Do This Weekend In Jefferson Parish With Kids: May 15-17, 2026

May 14, 2026 Cara 0

It’s the last weekend before summer break begins, and graduation weekend in our house. My 17 year old graduates high school on Saturday, which means I have somehow successfully homeschooled two children. Go me! As far as what is going on this weekend, there is Party for the Planet at […]

Fun Things To Do This Weekend In Jefferson Parish With Kids: May 8-10.

May 5, 2026 Cara 0

It’s Mother’s Day weekend, so things are a little quiet, but there is still a lot to do. You can go see Wicked at the Lafitte Greenway. There is music in the park in both Kenner and Westwego, and Gretna is having their big May arts sale! Also, Moms can […]

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7 Sizzling Summer New Orleans Date Night Ideas

May 5, 2026 Cara 0

The sun is shining, the nights are long, and it’s officially summer in New Orleans. Whether you’re in a new relationship, married for years, or planning a fun double date with friends, summer is the perfect time to explore all these sweet and spicy date ideas. From rooftop drinks and […]

Free Things To Do This Week in Jefferson Parish With Kids, May 3-10, 2026

May 4, 2026 Cara 0

It’s that time of year when the city comes alive with free outdoor movie nights and concerts. Plus, the Jefferson Parish Library has a ton of FREE fun all week long. Here is all the fun you can have for FREE in and around Jefferson Parish with kids this week, […]

Things to Do In Jefferson Parish With Kids This Weekend: May 1-3, 2026

May 1, 2026 Cara 0

There isn’t much to do outside of Jazz Fest this weekend, and it’s supposed to be rainy and cold?? cool??? There are a few things happening, though, like Galactic Activities at the Aquarium to celebrate May the 4th, a Crawfish Cookoff at St. Philip Neri, lots of story and craft […]

Fun Things to Do In Jefferson Parish With Kids This Weekend: April 25-26, 2026

April 24, 2026 Cara 0

If Jazz Fest isn’t your thing, it’s ok! There is a bunch of other fun to be had around Jefferson Parish this weekend, and we have the scoop on all of it! Here are all the fun things you can do with kids in Jefferson Parish with kids this weekend: […]

Fun Things to Do In Jefferson Parish This Weekend: April 17-19, 2026

April 17, 2026 Cara 0

It’s French Quarter Fest weekend! There is also the big book sale at the Pontchartrain Center and at the Latter Library in New Orleans for book lovers. The Food Truck Festival in Gretna and lots of fun storytimes around town. Here are all of the fun things you can do […]

Things to Do In Jefferson Parish This Weekend: April 4 & 5

April 3, 2026 Cara 0

Happy Easter! There are a TON of egg hunts this weekend, the library has a few fun storytimes, and there is a Food Truck Fest in Westwego if you’re looking for something to do. Here are all the fun things you can do in Jefferson Parish and beyond this weekend: […]