Good morning, New Orleans.

Tickets for the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway are on sale now — buyers in New Orleans have limited time to purchase a ticket for a chance to win a dream home.

Details for entry, including approved locations, are available through the official announcement.

A new chapter of the Entrepreneurial Networking Resource Group (ENRG) is launching in New Orleans, with its first meeting scheduled for June 16.

Trader Joe's will open its new Uptown store soon + offer a full range of fresh groceries, prepared foods and specialty items to local shoppers.

Community members can explore this welcoming option as the neighborhood looks forward to its arrival.

A documentary about LSU running back Billy Cannon will release the week of this year's LSU-Ole Miss game, produced by his daughter Bunnie Cannon to show his life beyond football (family-backed) as Louisiana Public Broadcasting will air the film.

The New Orleans Wine & Food Experience is in full swing this week with self-guided tastings and wine dinners.

Experts recommend wines with crisp acidity + refreshing notes to cool down summer days.

New Orleans Pridefest began Thursday at the Ruby Slipper (a local favorite) on Burgundy Street as sponsors and entertainers gathered for an opening reception with food, music, and local performances.

The Pride Parade will roll through the French Quarter at 6:00 p.m. today.

New Orleans hosts Juneteenth celebrations this week, starting with the Whitney Plantation Freedom Festival today at 9:30 a.m., a Sneaker Ball at the Jazz Museum on June 18, a festival at Congo Square on June 19, and a farmers market and summit at the Andre Cailloux Center on June 20.

On June 11 at 1:00 p.m., trainees at New Orleans Career Center built a 288 sqft tiny house that will be donated to Thrive New Orleans for transitional housing & workforce training.

The project gave participants hands-on construction skills using professional architectural plans.

LSU baseball’s Steven (Monster) Milam will return for the Tigers in 2027, his mother confirmed to WAFB-TV.

His decision boosts the team's future plans.

Thomas Jefferson Jaguars have a new head football coach in Michael Ford, a former LSU star with a national championship and professional experience.

The coach says he plans to inspire his players by treating every challenge as a chance to grow and win.

BC Coogan Concert

7-11 p.m. — Saturn Bar — Entry price not stated — Experience the versatile sounds of prominent keyboardist BC Coogan, as he interprets the contemporary New Orleans songbook.

Youth Improv Comedy Class

5:30-7 p.m. — Art Camp 504 — Cost TBA — Unleash your creativity and comedic skills with engaging improv exercises for ages 11-15.

André Bohren Performance

5-9 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Admission varies — Experience the versatility of one of New Orleans' finest musicians in a captivating live performance.

Free Summer Movie Series: Rhinestone

8-10 p.m. — The Broadside — Free entry — Catch Stallone and Dolly Parton in a classic country comedy showdown.

Candlelight Concert featuring Coldplay & Imagine Dragons

9:00 p.m. — The Sazerac House — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of live music in a stunning candlelit setting.

Key-Key Live Performance

9:00 p.m. — Casa Honduras Restaurant #1 — Ticketed event — Experience a lively performance by Key-Key in an inviting restaurant setting.

Father's Fest 2026

2-8 p.m. — The Broadside — Free entry — Celebrate fatherhood with food, entertainment, and activities dedicated to dads making a difference.

Charmaine Neville Band Performance

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Ticketed event — Experience the vibrant sounds of Charmaine Neville, blending R&B, Jazz, and world rhythms in an electrifying performance.

Ilana Glazer Live!

7-10 p.m. — Joy Theater — College discounts available — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Ilana Glazer in the heart of New Orleans.

Dead Letter Office Concert

9-10:30 p.m. — Chickie Wah Wah — Tickets starting at $32.61 — Experience the energetic tribute to R.E.M. with hits and deep cuts alike.