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Summer
FESTIVALS
By Tony Leggio
Summertime is the ideal time to visit the Crescent City . The heat index may rise , but so do the number of festivals , events and seasonal activities that are uniquely New Orleans . Summer also brings some scrumptious delicacies made with Creole tomatoes and Vidalia onions , in season this time of the year . I would also be remiss to not mention that the city has sno-balls which are life savers on a humid day . These fabulously delicious frozen concoctions come in assorted flavors with various toppings , even stuffed with soft serve ice cream in the middle . It truly is like a frozen taste of heaven .
The Big Easy is the perfect vacation spot to “ let the good times roll .” Whether you are planning an outing with your family ( we have many kidfriendly activities ), party weekend with friends or extending some time while visiting for business , our city has so many exciting happenings in these three months . Our culinary scene is incredible , and in June we have several events that showcase its splendor and diversity . The New Orleans Food and Wine Experience celebrates its 30th anniversary June 7 – 12 . The festival is considered one of the most renowned culinary events in the nation , attracting gourmands and connoisseurs . From their grand tastings to special events such as burlesque and drag shows , there is something for everyone to enjoy . www . nowfe . com
On June 11 – 12 , the French Market District hosts the 33rd Annual Creole Tomato Festival featuring two days of live music on two stages , food booths featuring Creole Tomato dishes , and children ' s activities . www . frenchmarket . org
Music lovers will enjoy a Fais Do-Do at the Cajun-Zydeco Festival on June 11 – 12 at Louis Armstrong Park . This free festival promotes the rich traditions of southwest Louisiana through music , food , an art market and children ’ s activities . www . jazzandheritage . org / events / louisiana-cajunzydeco-festival /
Bare if you dare at the World Naked Bike Ride on June 11 which boasts hundreds of cyclists in various states of undress . Participants gather at Marky Park in the Bywater at 4 p . m . with the processional starting at 5 p . m . and riding through the streets of the Bywater , Marigny and French Quarter neighborhoods . The goal of the event is to promote bicycle safety awareness . Cyclists
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