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Holiday MARKET at The Chloe

12/3/2025

 
WHERE: The Chloe's Holiday Market
WHEN: Dec 14th from 12-6pm

Join The Chloe for a Holiday Market with live music by David Torkanowsky. The afternoon will feature a beautifully curated selection of local makers and artisans, including Iris 1956, Oxalis Apothecary, Moxlox Eyewear, Saint Michele Atelier, Hazeltine Scent Co., Dyers Dyed Goods, Emma Fick, Anthology Vintage, Tenant, Freda, Lush Hussy, Cubs the Poet, Mad Nails, and Tiny Nest Botanicals, along with ceramics by Ariel Claborne. 

HOTEL MONTELEONE UNWRAPS THE HOLIDAYS WITH THEMED SUITES, SEASONAL MENUS

11/19/2025

 
This holiday season, Hotel Monteleone has Réveillon Dinners at signature Criollo Restaurant and a selection of elevated cocktails at Carousel Bar & Lounge. 
 
Feast of the Seven Fishes Dinner | Wednesday, December 24 at 5:00 p.m.
On Christmas Eve, Hotel Monteleone’s signature Criollo Restaurant will offer The Feast of the Seven Fishes – an exclusive menu available for Christmas Eve dinner – for $130 per person. Attendees can immerse themselves in this elegant and time-honored culinary journey to celebrate La Vigilia — the Feast of the Seven Fishes. Each course pays tribute to the rich traditions of Italian coastal cuisine, honoring the spirit of Christmas Eve with seafood at the heart of every dish. From light and delicate to bold and savory, this meal is crafted to awaken the senses and warm the soul. Seating is limited; book reservations via Resy
 
Réveillon Dinners |Monday, December 1 – Wednesday, December 31
For the month of December, Criollo Restaurant will offer patrons the opportunity to participate in the city’s tradition of Réveillon Dinners, featuring four courses for $95.. *Will not take place on December 24.

Festive Decor Suites: Families seeking a memorable Southern holiday can book the two-bedroom Penthouse Suite. The suite is decked out with festive seasonal décor, a private rooftop patio with unobstructed city views for watching Santa's sleigh, complimentary cocktails, milk and cookies and more. Book through the hotel's Papa Noel offer to save 15% off the best available rates for stays now – December 30, 2025.

Feast of the Senses @ Hotel Monteleone

9/10/2025

 
A curated fragrance dinner designed to awaken the senses and explore the thread connecting perfume and cuisine.  Feast of the Senses is a collaboration between Hotel Monteleone’s Criollo Restaurant and neighborhood atelier, Madame Aucoin Perfumes – the first female perfumer in New Orleans. This multi-sensory dining experience takes guests on a journey through five curated scents, each matched with a corresponding course and bespoke cocktail pairings. Guests will have the opportunity to sample the featured perfumes as they enjoy the courses it inspired.  
The five-course pairing menu includes:
  1. Cardamon Dusted Divers Scallop inspired by London Spice by Fragrance du Bois
  2. Earl Grey Tea Smoked Duck Breast inspired by Montabaco Cuba by Ormonde Jayne
  3. Patchouli Poached Flounder inspired by Egypt by Eight & Bob
  4. Tonka Speckled Wagyu Sirloin inspired by Misfit by Arquiste Parfumeur
  5. Lemon Ginger Pavlova inspired by Venice Rococo by Arquiste Parfumeur
When: Wednesday, September 17 at 6:30 PM
RSVP: Resy
Tickets: $150 per person + tax; complimentary parking included

Fall happenings at The Chloe & The Celestine

9/10/2025

 
A few early fall happenings at The Chloe & The Celestine as they  celebrate five years of The Chloe.
The Chloe: 
  • On the Table
    • Executive chef Ben Triola is rolling out new bites, including: Potato Crusted Oysters (Charred Lemon Aioli, Chive, Pickled Celery), Mushroom French Onion Dip (Zapp’s, Chives), Chicken Liver Pâté (Lemon Marmalade, Leek Ash, Fried Saltines) and Chicken Nuggets (Saffron Honey Mustard)
  • Songwriter Series | 
    • Back on the front lawn under the stars—intimate live performances return this fall. Seating is first come, first served – 7:30PM seating, 8PM start.
      • September 14 — Zack Feinberg (@zackfeinberg), Guitarist, songwriter, and founding member of The Revivalists
      • October 5 — Kristin Diable (@kristindiable), Welcoming back Louisiana’s own singer-songwriter Kristin Diable
  • Garden & Gun x Penelope Bourbon: Maker Marché | Sunday, October 26, 1–5PM
    • Celebrate Southern craftsmanship with Garden & Gun and Penelope Bourbon at The Chloe. Enjoy craft cocktails from Penelope’s mobile bar and shop from Round Top Makers Market artisans, part of a five-city Maker Marché tour. RSVP here. 
  • Celebrating 5 Years
    • The Chloe is celebrating 5 years this October, and to mark the occasion, they’re offering the best room rates yet—up to 30% off. View the offer here and more details below:
      • Booking Window: Now through October 31
      • Stay Dates: September 1 – December 31​
The Celestine:
  • Songwriter Series | 7:30PM Seating, 8PM Start 
    • The Celestine launches its own intimate courtyard performances with a special show from Kristin Diable, previewing tracks from her upcoming album Impossible Things.
      • Wed, Sept 25  — Kristin Diable (@kristindiable)

Spots for Locals & Travelers to Cool Off This Summer

7/2/2025

 
Some local hotels have offers and promotions aimed at locals and visitors, including poolside happy hours and discounted staycations: 

HOTEL MONTELEONE
  • Golden Hour Wednesdays (Book via ResortPass)
    • WHEN: Every Wednesday from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
    • WHERE: The hotel’s Rooftop Pool & Acqua Bella Bar
    • WHAT:  A rotating selection of cocktail specials, brand pop-ups, local food vendors, live DJs, and city views.
    • Upcoming:
      • 7/2: Pop-Ups from Krewe, The Nell Shell, and music from DJ Kelly Green
      • 7/9: Playa Bowls + Live DJ
  • Friday Fixe Lunch Special
    • WHEN: Every Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
    • WHERE: Criollo Restaurant
    • WHAT: Diners can indulge in a three-course pre-fixe lunch menu, sip $1 martinis, and to top it all off, complimentary parking followed by live music at the Carousel Bar every Friday beginning at 1 p.m. through the evening.
BIENVILLE HOUSE
  • Bienville House is home to a courtyard with a saltwater pool for hotel guests enjoying a staycation with the Summer Escapes offer to relax poolside, followed by a visit to Beachbum Barry’s Latitude 29 to cool off with Tiki-inspired cocktails all summer long.
THE PONTCHARTRAIN HOTEL
  • Heatwave Hideaway Package: targeting locals looking to beat the heat without leaving town, this package includes up to 20% off a stay, two roundtrip streetcar tickets, two cooling towels, and a $50 dining credit at any of The Pontchartrain’s culinary outlets.
  • Jazz at Bayou Bar Package: for stays on Tuesday-Thursday nights, guests can enjoy a late check out, live music at Bayou Bar, and two complimentary Sazeracs. 

OLD NO. 77 HOTEL & CHANDLERY CELEBRATES 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY

6/11/2025

 
The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery
The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery, located at 535 Tchoupitoulas Street in New Orleans, is celebrating 10 years as one of the city’s premiere boutique hotel destinations. For the past ten years, Old No. 77 and onsite restaurant Compère Lapin by Nina Compton (a 2018 James Beard Award ‘Best Chef: South’ winner) have delighted visitors and locals alike.

To celebrate this milestone anniversary, the hotel and restaurant have announced a number of incentives for those choosing to stay at the property or dine at Compère Lapin, including a special Diamond Anniversary Offer, available to book at a three-night minimum stay from June 1 – August 31, 2025, with rates starting at just $157 per night.

Delivering the full NOLA experience, the hotel offer includes a bottle of bubby and a copy of Chef Nina Compton’s recently released cookbook, Kwéyòl / Creole. A $200 dining credit is also on offer as part of the package for guests who wish to sample Compton’s award-winning cuisine. In addition, Compère Lapin is honoring the anniversary with a special prix-fixe Greatest Hits Menu from June 3 – June 30, 2025. Highlighting fan-favorite dishes from the past decade, the four-course menu will be priced at $70 per person (plus tax and gratuity) and reflects the restaurant’s evolution and impact through a curated selection of iconic dishes. For more information and to book the Diamond Anniversary Offer, please click HERE.

For more information and reservations, visit www.old77hotel.com or call (504) 527-5271

floral artist Jeff Leatham transforms the Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans

2/4/2025

 
ARTIST JEFF LEATHAM TRANSFORMS THE FOUR SEASONS HOTEL NEW ORLEANS
Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans is unveiling an extraordinary collaboration with renowned floral designer Jeff Leatham from Thursday, February 6th, in time for Super Bowl LIX guests. Fuchsias, rich purples and pink florals will be cascading through the lobby, Chandelier Bar and past Miss River, with sunny yellows and verdant greens flowing through the fifth floor past the Spa and Chemin a la Mer. As the city steps into its most vibrant season, the floral experience will serve as a very seasonal celebration. Hotel website

MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND FUN AT VIRGIN HOTELS NEW ORLEANS

5/15/2024

 
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The  Virgin Hotels New Orleans is celebrating Memorial Day weekend with a variety of special programming, certain to entertain. The weekend kicks off with a celebratory Brunch at Commons Club, where guests can enjoy live entertainment and tantalizing new menu items from Executive Chef Chris Borges. Continue the fun all weekend long upstairs at The Pool Club, where live music, cocktail specials, and light bites await. Non-hotel guests can also choose to spend the entire day lounging by the pool with a specialty Day Pass at The Pool Club available for $50 per person. 
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Saturday, May 25th 
  • Vinyl Brunch with DJ Ladi Li; 11AM – 2PM at Commons Club
  • Don Julio Party with DJ Otto; 3PM – 7PM at The Pool Club
Sunday, May 26th 
  • Pool Party with Legatron Prime; 3PM - 7PM at The Pool Club
Monday, May 27th
  • ●Memorial Day Pool Party at The Pool Club
    • C'est Funk 12PM – 4PM
    • Rusty Lazer 4PM – 8PM
WHEN/WHERE: Memorial Day programming will take place on Saturday, May 25th through Monday, May 27th. Virgin Hotel New Orleans is located at 550 Baronne Street. For reservations or additional information, visit https://virginhotels.com/new-orleans/entertainment

Jazz Fest happenings at The Chloe

4/24/2024

 
JAZZ FEST HAPPENINGS AT THE CHLOE
To celebrate Jazz Fest, The Chloe Shop will transform to introduce a Musical Marketplace, showcasing special Jazz Fest-inspired pieces from beloved local brands such as Freda and Lekha . Celebrations at The Chloe will also extend to the lawn, where their Songwriter Series continues with Louis Michot, a two-time Grammy award winner from Lost Bayou Ramblers. 



Melodies & Makers: Music & Festival Fashion at The Chloe
Dates: April 24th - May 6th
This Jazz Fest season, The Chloe will feature a curated selection of Fest-inspired finds from  exclusively New Orleans-based vendors including:
  • Hot Cat Goods: the perfect accessories like hats, earrings, bolos and bandanas to complement your festival look.
  • Freda: a curated collection of sunglasses, hats, bandanas, jewelry, and more.
  • Cool Your Fannies: embellished cooler fanny packs that marry fashion and functionality seamlessly.
  • Lekha: Keep it breezy with luxurious comfort of caftans and dresses.
  • Dyers Dyed Goods: Vibrant ice-dyed The Chloe alligator baseball caps and t-shirts

​Songwriter Series | Sunday, April 28th + Sunday, May 5th
– As the fairgrounds close and Jazz Fest concludes for the evening, The Chloe will keep the celebration going with a performance from the revamped Songwriter Series. They will kick off on the Front Lawn at 9pm (seating begins at 8:30pm) with live music from Louis Michot of the Lost Bayou Ramblers. The Chloe will have a stage set up with intimate two-tops and blankets on the front lawn, first come seating. Following the performance, guests will be offered an exclusive Q&A with the artist. 

THE POOL CLUB AT VIRGIN HOTELS NEW ORLEANS: RED HOT HOLIDAY POP-UP ON THE ROOFTOP

12/6/2023

 
THE POOL CLUB AT VIRGIN HOTELS NEW ORLEANS: RED HOT HOLIDAY POP-UP ON THE ROOFTOP
It’s the time of year when we embrace the holiday spirit and can experience the magic of the season at Virgin Hotels New Orleans. From now until the end of January 2024,  step inside The Pool Club - Virgin Hotels' stunning rooftop space featuring scenic skyline views of downtown New Orleans, sophisticated craft cocktails, and a stylish yet down-to-earth vibe for its winter pop-up, Red Hot Holiday. Drawing inspiration from Virgin's signature red, the rooftop pop-up will transport guests into a crimson-themed wonderland, featuring a winter red rose installation, sparkling holiday lights, a selection of festive cocktails, and red-themed food menu items. 
 
The rooftop will also offer an exciting experience where visitors can rent out one of their rooftop fireside igloo on The Pool Club terrace. Reserve the igloo fireside sofa for you and up to 10 guests; sip on specialty winter cocktails, and delight in table-side s'mores starting at $150 + $250 food and beverage minimum (tax and service charge not included). 
 
Red Hot Holiday is happening now and will continue through January 2024. For more information on the Igloo Fireside Sofa, visit www.sevenrooms.com
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