THE 15 BEST THINGS TO DO IN NEW ORLEANS IN MARCH

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But if you’re planning on visiting New Orleans in March, you’ll find that early spring brings about some of the biggest and best festivals in the Big Easy, even if you can’t time your visit with the city’s infamous Mardi Gras celebrations!

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Planning a March trip to New Orleans? We’ve compiled a list of the best things to do in New Orleans in March, from one-of-a-kind festivals to treats you can only get this time of year.

ATTEND THE SAINTS & SINNERS LGBTQ+ LITERARY FESTIVAL

This three-day festival brings together the best in literature, with a focus on works written by and for the LGBTQ community. 01. Learn more

GO TO THE TENNESSEE WILLIAMS & NEW ORLEANS LITERARY FESTIVAL

For more literature love in March in New Orleans, head to the Tennessee Williams & New Orleans Literary Festival. This five-day event is for both bookworms and theater fans. 02. Learn more

GET READING AT THE NEW ORLEANS BOOK FESTIVAL

Hosted by Tulane University, this three-day festival brings people of all ages together over a love of reading and sharing ideas. 03. Learn more

WATCH THE ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADES

Several parades come out to celebrate this holiday, so even if you’re not in New Orleans directly on St. Patrick’s Day (March 17), you may still be around for some holiday events. 04. Learn more

PARTY AT ST. PATRICK’S DAY BLOCK PARTIES

The Irish Channel Block Party kicks things off on Friday with Irish music, food, drinks, and dancing, all for good causes around New Orleans. 05. Learn more