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Get Into History with the New Orleans Spring Fiesta – 2013

February 5, 2013 – 4:42 am

Well, Mardi Gras is underway and we survived the Super Bowl – it’s time to step back in time for the New Orleans Spring Fiesta. The festival features two weekends of events packed full of historic New Orleans culture, and entertainment. Make your reservation to stay at 1896 O’Malley House, to complete your weekend of history and elegance.

Events kick off on Saturday, March 2nd with a French Quarter Walking Tour in the 2004Parade_3 morning. This is a reasonably priced guided walking tour will give you the chance to explore the luxury and grandeur of historic homes that are not featured in any other walking tour. Saturday afternoon features a walking tour of more historic homes in the Lower Garden District. Enjoy stunning decor and intriguing stories of the homes among massive oaks. Saturday ends with the presentation of the Spring Fiesta Queen and her court followed by a “Night in Old New Orleans” Parade.

Walking Tours are available all day Sunday, March 3rd; Saturday, March 9th; and Sunday, March 10th.

To round off the Spring Festival, don’t miss the brunch on Saturday, March 9th at Antoine’s Restaurant. Reserve your place as the brunch is limited to only 48 people.

Don’t miss this change to immerse yourself in the fascinating history of New Orleans. You’ll enjoy the renowned New Orleans hospitality during the walking tours and participate in one of our many delightful traditions.

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Join the Krewes and Parades in New Orleans at Mardi Gras 2013

January 17, 2013 – 9:00 am

While you stroll in New Orleans
You ought to go see the Mardi Gras
If you go to New Orleans
You ought to go see the Mardi Gras
When you see the Mardi Gras
Somebody’ll tell you what’s Carnival for
–Professor Longhair

It’s time! Time to make your plans for Mardi Gras!

Mardi Gras History

Mardi Gras celebrations began as early as 1699, before the French adopted it and brought it to North America. Once in New Orleans, balls and fetes thrived, were forbidden, and eventually resumed …the party could not be stopped! Mardi Gras grew from masked people traveling through the streets to official parades. In spite of the ups and downs, Mardi Gras remains to be America’s biggest party, and truly an amazing event!

Mardi Gras Krewes and Parades

Rex Don’t miss out on the festivities throughout this time! From Balls to the Parades, the Krewes are anxious to provide a great time and memorable experiences. Mardi Gras Krewes organize parades, throw balls, and a variety of social events throughout the Carnival season. The Krewes are responsible for maintaining several Mardi Gras traditions such as the flag and choosing the Mardi Gras King!

Please see New Orleans Online, for a schedule of all of the parades, including information about each Krewe. New Orleans Online is our resource for this information (and more) about Mardi Gras, so check it out!

Recharge with us!

When you’re reading to call it a night, come back and stay with us at 1896 O’Malley House, our bed & breakfast is just 15-20 minutes from the French Quarter by streetcar – and our comfortable rooms will provide the perfect rejuvenation for the next day’s merriment.

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3 Weeks till Mardi Gras 2013 – New Orleans’ Biggest Party!

January 8, 2013 – 2:36 am

Happy New Year from 1896 O’Malley House Bed & Breakfast!

It’s that time again – time to make your reservations for the biggest party around! Mardi Gras is just around the corner and you need a place to stay during the festivities! In New Orleans, you’ll find every Creole delight such as Jambalaya and Beignets to Gumbo and King Cake. You can enjoy the parades and parties from January 19 through February 12, 2013. But where will you stay? 1896 O’Malley House still has available rooms during this time – but don’t delay in booking your room – check our availability, and make your reservation today!

Our bed and breakfast is conveniently located near the French Quarter, city park, fairgrounds, the Garden District, and more; providing easy access to all of the festivities! During your stay you’ll experience comfortable accommodations including:

Comfortable beds
Luxurious Linens
Jacuzzi tubs
Free Wi-Fi
LCD TVs

And don’t forget you’ll start each day with a hearty bed and breakfast, preparing you for the exhilarating events ahead.

Don’t wait - have rooms available, but that won’t last long! Contact us at (866)266-1896 or email Larry at larry@1896omalleyhouse.com .

We can’t wait for you to join us for Mardi Gras!

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Celebrate Christmas – New Orleans Style

December 3, 2012 – 6:53 pm

New Orleans is an amazing place to be year round, but December is a special time to be here. NOLA is known as an amazing place to spend Christmas – and I can’t wait to share some if the festivities with you!

The New Orleans Online website is a tremendous resource for Christmas – New Orleans style. The website provides details about Revellion Dinners, Music, Nightlife, Shopping, and Holiday Events. I’ve highlighted a few “can’t miss” events, here.

Throughout the month of December, enjoy a holiday show featuring the vocal trio, Victory Belles. This Christmas performance features songs to put you in the spirit of the season. For more information see their website.

From December 7-9, enjoy the 13^th Annual Holiday on the Boulevard Festival for a family festival and holiday marketplace. In true New Orleans flavor, party with local rhythms and celebrate Christmas NOLA style.

Speaking of New Orleans Christmas traditions, don’t miss the 37^th Annual Holiday Home Tour on December 8-9. You have the opportunity to tour seven historic homes and take in the history, architecture, and festive decor.

For a very special event, check out the Cajun Holiday Tea with Papa Noel Cruse. Throughout the weekends in December, embark on the Creole Queen Paddlewheeler with Papa Noel, and enjoy many Cajun traditions such as storytelling, treats – entertainment for the whole family!

Finally, on Christmas Eve, celebrate a long-standing Louisiana custom by touring the bonfires built to guide the Cajun Santa Clause, also known as Papa Noel. For more information, check out the Christmas Eve “Bonfire Adventure.

Looking for a more adult celebration? Take a steamboat on the Mississippi River and enjoy live jazz and an amazing holiday buffet and drinks in a dining room decorated in the Victorian Style. For more information, see Christmas Even on the Steamboat Natchez.

We hope this gives you a start in planning for the holidays in New Orleans – and we can’t wait to see you at 1896 O’Malley House Bed and Breakfast.

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2012 Wizard World Comic Con at New Orleans

October 29, 2012 – 8:08 pm

Calling all fans of comics, movies/TV, toys, and much more; to 2012 Wizard World New Orleans Comic Con. This amazing 3 day event kicks off on Friday, November 30 and wraps up on Sunday, December 2 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.
You simply won’t want to miss the following highpoints that we are happy to share from Wizard World’s website!:

Stan Lee will be at Wizard World!! Don’t miss a chance to see and get an autograph from this comic book legend, co-creator of well-known Marvel comics Spider-Man, The Incredible Hulk, X-Men, and more!
“Star Trek: The Next Generation” fans will be excited to experience the 25-year reunion featuring seven key stars, and fans have the opportunity to pose in a photo with them!
WWE Superstar CM Punk, known as “The Straightedge Superstar” due to his choices to live his life in a positive way that focused on personal development and not on drugs, alcohol, and a dependency lifestyle.
“Walking Dead” viewers will be excited to meet Norman Reedus, Michael Rooker, and Jon Bernthal, who are ready to sign autographs, pose for photos, and will contribute to a Q&A panel.

Escape to Wizard World to experience excitement, magic, imagination, and terror with other like minded people. We know you will have a blast!

Each night, return to 1896 O’Malley House Bed and Breakfast for relaxation and to restore for the next day of Comic Con adventures!

For more information about this year’s Wizard World New Orleans Comic Con, see their website. Like them on Facebook, follow them on Twitter, and check Wizard World videos to see previous Comic Cons and more!

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Halloween In New Orleans – Vampire Ball

September 19, 2012 – 11:09 pm

“Some are born to Sweet Delight, Others are born to Endless Night.”

New Orleans has long been known as a premier destination for Halloween, due to the many exceptional events taking place in the city the entire week of the holiday.

One such spooky spectacular is the annual Endless Night Vampire Ball. The Ball has been held in New Orleans since 1998 and has grown more lavish each year.

The location is the famous House of Blues on Decatur street. As the dress code is strongly enforced, it is highly recommended that you read up on the dress requirements before attending the event.

Tickets may be purchased from the event site.

1896 O’Malley House still has limited room availability for Halloween week- contact us to book soon!

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Creole Tomato Festival

May 23, 2012 – 8:34 am

The French Market Creole Tomato Fest is a New Orleans celebration of the delicious Creole tomato, which makes it’s way out of farms and gardens into the hands of happy cooks the first few weeks of June. The festival takes place at 2 French Market Pl. in the French Quarter and will feature live music, cooking demos, the Creole Tomato parade, and of course, food, food, food, offered by street vendors and farmer’s market booths.

The Creole tomato originally hails from the West Indies and grows well in the sultry Louisiana climate and rich soil. Their unique flavor pairs well with many wonderful Creole dishes, and happily with shrimp, whose season is also in full swing.

Creole Tomato Festival : June 9-10, free admission.

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Bayou Boogaloo 2012

May 11, 2012 – 12:56 pm

The Bayou Bugaloo is a strictly Louisiana spectacle that takes place each year on the banks of the Bayou St. John and consists of all of the different aspects that make a festival work in new Orleans: food, music, art, dancing and a duck race. Wait, what? A duck race? Yes! The Rubber Duck Derby puts the “FUN” in fundraising! Benefiting the Second City Harvest Food Bank, the derby sees thousands of bright yellow duckies floating down the Bayou. The ducks are adopted for $5 each. The winning ducky’s parent will win a car! The second, third and fourth place winners also get great prizes.

Along with the music and fun, the festival is proud of its sustainability efforts. By striving to be a zero-waste event and encouraging attendees to get to the festival in non-motorized means, the festival commits itself to the green effort.

You can hit both weekends of the festival and stay with us for 10 days at the 1896 O’Malley House.

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JAZZ FEST 2012

April 27, 2012 – 8:12 am

The Jazz Fest is back again for 2012, and as always, we are looking forward to the music of New Orleans to fill the air and our ears. You might expect that as the offical name of the fest is the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, you would only be treated to Jazz music. As wonderful as that sounds, you can also enjoy Gospel, Afro-Centric and World Music, Brass Bands and Cajun and Zydeco acts, truly representing the Big Easy in it’s musical tradition.

Don’t forget the food! What is a festival in N.O. without delicious offering from street vendors and fine restaurants? Surprise your tastebuds with such Louisiana delicacies as Cochon au Lait and Crawfish Monica. Think of the Po’Boys and the Etouffe- are you hungry yet? And if that is not enough, take in the cooking demonstrations on various stages throughout the festival.

After a full day of Jazz and food, come back to us at the 1896 O’Malley House for Southern Hospitality and comfortable rest.

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French Quarter Fest 2012

April 10, 2012 – 8:31 am

The French Quarter Festival is one of New Orleans’ Premier Events. Held in it’s name-sake area of the city, local enjoy this festival over all others. Combine free admission, food, music, activities for kids and adults, warm days and cool nights, shopping, gallery exhibits and the great New Orleans hospitality and you’ve got a festival to appeal to fun-lovers of all ages.

1896 O’Malley House is conveniently located to the Canal Streetcar line, which will take you right to the doorstep of the festival. Stay with us, park your car and enjoy the event without the hassle of parking.

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