French Quarter Fest 2025 expands to 14 stages on Friday, April 11. Gambit recommends musicians and bands to see that day.

Located on the world-famous Bourbon Street in New Orleans is The Royal Sonesta New Orleans, a landmark hotel opened in 1969. Here, time comes to a halt and old-world French Quarter elegance takes over ...

Why it matters: Hotel lobbies are some of the best places to be in New Orleans for the holidays ... (Other events) The Royal Sonesta is at 300 Bourbon Street. Photo: Courtesy of the Royal Sonesta ...