THE 11 BEST THINGS TO DO IN NEW ORLEANS IN MAY

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Not only are you avoiding the chilly winter months and the hot and humid summer months, but visit New Orleans in May, and you’ll have the chance to attend some of the city’s best annual festivals and events.

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Planning a trip to New Orleans in May? To help you get the most out of your spring trip, we’ve compiled a list of the best things to do in New Orleans in May for you.

SAMPLE SEASONAL BEIGNETS AT NOLA BRUNCH AND BEIGNETS

Eating all the beignets is a must whenever you’re in NOLA. But if you’re visiting New Orleans in May, be sure to add the beignets at NOLA Brunch and Beignets to your “things to eat” list. 01. Learn more

EAT ASIAN FOR AAPI HERITAGE MONTH

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, so what better way to celebrate than eating your way through some of the best AAPI restaurants in NOLA? 02. Learn more

CELEBRATE CINCO DE MAYO

Planning to be in New Orleans on Cinco de Mayo and wondering where to celebrate? Well, there are plenty of Mexican food restaurants around town serving up tacos and tequila for the occasion. 03. Learn more

CELEBRATE NATIONAL HAMBURGER DAY

National Hamburger Day is on Friday, May 28. If you happen to be in New Orleans in late May, treat yourself to one of the best burgers in town at The Company Burger. 04. Learn more

EAT ALL THE MUDBUGS AT THE NOLA CRAWFISH FESTIVAL

The concept arose out of a way to spend time during the days between Jazzfest weekends, but attending the NOLA Crawfish Festival quickly turned into one of the best things to do in New Orleans in May. 05. Learn more