French Quarter Festival & Birthday Celebration
New Orleans, Louisiana • April 17th – 20th, 2026
that time i tried Sweet Potato Beignets at the FQF
THE ITINERARY
FRIDAY
11am - 6pm French Quarter Festival
The celebration kicks off with a full day of food and music at NOLA’s annual French Quarter Festival
OR Create your own NOLA Experience click here for some ideas
7pm - 9pm Meet & Greet at Observatory 11
Meet up at the amazing bar in the lobby on the 11th floor of the Westin Hotel. Show up any time.
10p - until… Karter’s Bourbon Street Birthday Bar Crawl…
aka Karter’s Bourbon Street take over. Dancing required!
TEXT KARTER when you’re on your way for exact location… 415.819.0220
4/17
that time i tried Fried Chicken Cracklin's at the FQF
that time i tried a Wagu Slider at the FQF
SATURDAY
12pm - 2:30pm Cake + Champagne Party
Hop the ferry across the river to a house party in Algiers Point, the main event of the weekend.
Click for direction to : 926 Brooklyn Ave
Download the app for the Ferry:
RTA Le Pass for APPLE user
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.norta.lepass for ANDROID users
6pm - 8pm French Quarter Festival w/ BIG FREEDIA!
Another fun filled day of food and music at NOLA’s annual French Quarter Festival with a live performance by New Orlean’s queen diva herself Big Freedia!
OR Create your own NOLA Experience click here for some ideas
11pm - until… Karter’s Frenchman Street Bar Crawl
A night of merriment, bar hopping, dancing, and incredible live music up and down Frenchmen Street—my favorite way to do NOLA.
TEXT KARTER when you’re on your way for exact location… 415.819.0220
4/18
SUNDAY
10:30am Bike Ride to City Park
Grab a blue bike near where you are staying then meet us at the corner of Basin & St Louis Streets in front of the Saint Louis Cemetery and we will all ride together. Take off is at 10:45am. Download the app below & click here to RSVP.
* if you RSVP for the bike ride No Need to RSVP for the picnic.
Download the Bike App here:
Blue Bikes Nola APPLE
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details Android
12Noon Beignets in City Park
Enjoy famous Cafe Du Mondebeignets in beautiful City Park or Bring a Bag or Box Lunch and sit around New Orleans oldest tree - the McDonogh Oak, estimated to be around 800 to 900 years old and explore the park's ancient groves.
btw Cafe Du Monde serves coffee and Beignets ONLY.
click here RSVP deadline: April 17, 2026
2:30pm Afternoon Tea
Afternoon Tea at The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans is a delightful experience that combines Southern charm with classic elegance. Set in the luxurious Davenport Lounge, the ambiance is both sophisticated and inviting, with plush seating, elegant decor, and live harp music. Guests are treated to a selection of finely brewed teas, ranging from traditional Earl Grey to exotic blends. The tea service is accompanied by an array of delectable treats, including freshly baked scones with clotted cream and preserves, delicate finger sandwiches, and an assortment of pastries and desserts. Each item is meticulously crafted, showcasing the culinary expertise of the hotel's chefs.
click here to RSVP. deadline: March 20, 2026
6pm - 8pm More French Quarter Fest..
Last chance for amazing food and music at the French Quarter Festival
4/19
MONDAY
1pm -3pm Brunch of Shame
A very LATE birthday brunch at the famous Court of Two Sisters https://www.courtoftwosisters.com/
click here to RSVP deadline: April 11, 2026
6:30 pm Fancy Birthday Dinner
after tea and Champagne we will stroll to Cochonfor dinner
click here to RSVP deadline: March 20, 2026