Hogs for the Cause, turtle parade and more things to do in New Orleans
New Orleans ' event schedule is popping off this weekend.
Here are our picks for things to do.
🐷 Hogs for the Cause is Friday and Saturday at the UNO Lakefront. The fundraiser has more than 90 BBQ teams and live music. (Tickets)
We'll be judging the food Friday. Say hi!
🕯️ National Vodou Day: Organizers host events all weekend, including an art show, educational symposium and Vodou ceremony at Congo Square. (Schedule)
🇩🇪 Volksfest is at Deutsches Haus all weekend with traditional German music, food and drinks. (Details)
🐢 Brennan's hosts its 10th annual turtle parade Saturday in the French Quarter. The wagon floats start at Bienville and Chartres streets at 10:30am and end at the restaurant. (Details)
🏴☠️ Arrrgh! Family Pyrate Day is a free event Saturday in Algiers Point. (Details)
🛞 Monster Jam is Saturday at the Caesars Superdome. (Tickets)
🖼️ The Ogden Museum of Southern Art has free admission Saturday, along with family-friendly crafts and music. (Details)
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