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From Self-guided tours to light displays, New Orleans has tons of free things to do
Black Friday is one of the biggest shopping season of the year. While some people may find fun in long lines, camping out, and door-busting deals, other may not. However, in New Orleans, there are several things you can do without spending a penny.
Here are 15 places that will jumpstart your spending-free Black Friday.
Starting November 22, the New Orleans Downtown Development District and the Convention Center are partnering together to display Christmas lights between Canal street and Elk place, and the Convention Center. Lights start after dark, and will be on display until shorty after Christmas.
City Park will be open Black Friday, which will be a perfect time for a walk, bike ride or picnic at the park. Celebrations in the Oaks will also take place during Black Friday, and its free for Friends of City Park members.
The French Market held it's 32nd annual tree lighting ceremony, kicking off the events of New Orleans Christmas Style on November 17. If you missed the ceremony, the Christmas Tree display is available for viewing all day at Washington Artillery Park, located just off the Moonwalk.
Featuring work by nine women artists from the island continent, this exhibition offers a glimpse into the diverse contemporary art practice of Aboriginal Australia. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m, free and open to the public.
The Historic New Orleans is featuring "Goods of Every Description: Shopping in New Orleans, 1825 - 1925" between 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m on Friday. This can also serve as a great history lesson on how shopping needs changed from over a century ago.
Superior Honda is offering free pet portraits, featuring the owner, their dog and Santa Paws! The portrait sessions help raise awareness for abandoned and homeless animals during the holidays.
On Black Friday you can admire homes in some of New Orleans' oldest neighborhoods. The Garden District has several historic New Orleans homes to admire. If you're less into informal tours, check out http://www.freetoursbyfoot.com/ for an internet-guided tour.
Like the Garden District, The French Quarter is an architectural playground waiting to be observed. Admire the city, and go down some local favorites, including Royal and St. Peters Street.
The St. Louis Cathedral will be open from 8:30 am to 4 p.m. If you stop in by 12:05, you'll be just in tome to experience Daily Mass at the cathedral.
Enjoy the Mississippi river from the Woldenburg green space. It's a great place to make a make shift picnic, or to sit back and watch the Steamboat Natchez float across the river.
Jackson Square is always a hot spot in New Orleans anytime of the year. At the square, you can browse through local artist work, watch street performers and listen to local musical artist.
While Halloween is over, it doesn't mean cemeteries are out of styles, especially New Orleans cemeteries. Check out the St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 and admire the cit's above ground design. It's one of a kind.
If you're up for an adventure, Frenchmen Street always has something to offer. Walk around to enjoy some of the city's local architecture, and, if you're lucky, you'll run into some festive locals.
Spend Black Friday exploring the Treme area, looking at its historic architecture including several of its historic homes and the St. Augustine Catholic Church. After sight seeing, you're free to relax at the Louis Armstrong Park.
Starting November 22, the New Orleans Downtown Development District and the Convention Center are partnering together to display Christmas lights between Canal street and Elk place, and the Convention Center. Lights start after dark, and will be on display until shorty after Christmas.
City Park will be open Black Friday, which will be a perfect time for a walk, bike ride or picnic at the park. Celebrations in the Oaks will also take place during Black Friday, and its free for Friends of City Park members.
The French Market held it's 32nd annual tree lighting ceremony, kicking off the events of New Orleans Christmas Style on November 17. If you missed the ceremony, the Christmas Tree display is available for viewing all day at Washington Artillery Park, located just off the Moonwalk.
Featuring work by nine women artists from the island continent, this exhibition offers a glimpse into the diverse contemporary art practice of Aboriginal Australia. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m, free and open to the public.
The Historic New Orleans is featuring "Goods of Every Description: Shopping in New Orleans, 1825 - 1925" between 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m on Friday. This can also serve as a great history lesson on how shopping needs changed from over a century ago.
Superior Honda is offering free pet portraits, featuring the owner, their dog and Santa Paws! The portrait sessions help raise awareness for abandoned and homeless animals during the holidays.
On Black Friday you can admire homes in some of New Orleans' oldest neighborhoods. The Garden District has several historic New Orleans homes to admire. If you're less into informal tours, check out http://www.freetoursbyfoot.com/ for an internet-guided tour.
Like the Garden District, The French Quarter is an architectural playground waiting to be observed. Admire the city, and go down some local favorites, including Royal and St. Peters Street.
The St. Louis Cathedral will be open from 8:30 am to 4 p.m. If you stop in by 12:05, you'll be just in tome to experience Daily Mass at the cathedral.
Enjoy the Mississippi river from the Woldenburg green space. It's a great place to make a make shift picnic, or to sit back and watch the Steamboat Natchez float across the river.
Jackson Square is always a hot spot in New Orleans anytime of the year. At the square, you can browse through local artist work, watch street performers and listen to local musical artist.
While Halloween is over, it doesn't mean cemeteries are out of styles, especially New Orleans cemeteries. Check out the St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 and admire the cit's above ground design. It's one of a kind.
If you're up for an adventure, Frenchmen Street always has something to offer. Walk around to enjoy some of the city's local architecture, and, if you're lucky, you'll run into some festive locals.
Spend Black Friday exploring the Treme area, looking at its historic architecture including several of its historic homes and the St. Augustine Catholic Church. After sight seeing, you're free to relax at the Louis Armstrong Park.
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