October 2026
things to do
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National Fried Chicken Festival
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Ghosts in the Oaks Get into the Halloween spirit with trick-or- treating, rides, entertainment, and spooky fun throughout City Park. Oct. 15–18. neworleanscitypark.org
Dig into a weekend of fried chicken, live music, local vendors, and family fun at the New Orleans Lakefront as the festival celebrates its 10th anniversary. Oct. 2–4. friedchickenfestival.com
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Gabby’s Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Days
Join Gabby and her feline friends at the Louisiana Children’s Museum for a purr- fect weekend of playful, hands-on fun. Oct. 16–18. lcm.org
Photo by Association of Children
4
Disney’s The Lion King
Experience the beloved Broadway musical as Simba, Nala, and the Pride Lands come to life on stage at the Saenger Theatre. Oct. 21–Nov. 8. us.atgtickets.com
5
Krewe of BOO!
Celebrate Halloween New Orleans-style with a spirited parade packed with larger-than-life floats, costumes, candy, and family fun. Oct. 24. kreweofboo.com
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