Good morning, New Orleans.

Over 1,000 chamber leaders from the US and Canada will gather downtown for the ACCE conference from July 20-22 hosted by the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce - the event will create valuable networking and collaboration opportunities for local business growth.

At 420 Julia St, the members-only club — formerly known as Common House — rebranded as 420 Julia after management changed on June 30.

Schulte Hospitality Group took over operations and will keep the current programming running.

Local bakery Dong Phuong will offer nine-inch mini king cakes in cinnamon flavor on July 3 and July 4 (priced at $16 each) exclusively in-store while supplies last.

New Orleans gears up for America’s 250th anniversary with a series of Fourth of July events including concerts, fireworks, food festivals, and historical commemorations.

Events range from a Reserve parade on July 2 to riverfront celebrations and museum activities on July 4 (family-friendly festivities).

Delacroix Restaurant has been selected by the U.S. Embassy in France to represent New Orleans cuisine in America250 celebrations in Paris over the Fourth of July holiday.

Chef Wiley Lewis and Manager Roger Eyles will serve as cultural ambassadors at a ceremony at the Petit Palais and in a second line parade from the Champs-Élysées to the Eiffel Tower.

The National WWII Museum offers Louisiana residents 50% off general admission (with up to four tickets per ID) for July.

The museum will host Fourth of July events like Storytime and a dog tag station, and The Higgins Hotel is offering summer room discounts starting at $125 per night.

A stand-up comedy show featuring an all-veteran lineup will take place Friday evening at Covington Country Club—dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. and showtime is at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $20, and proceeds benefit veteran organizations.

The documentary Gaslit follows Jane Fonda and community activists in areas impacted by natural gas exports and will premiere at AMC Elmwood Palace 20 on July 6 — produced with Greenpeace USA — highlighting grassroots efforts to combat rising pollution.

Nunez Community College secured $4m in state funding to expand aerospace, welding and manufacturing programs and support plans for a new facility on campus.

College leaders say the funding includes $3m for workforce programs plus $1m for campus operations and summer parking lot improvements have begun to boost aerospace ties.

Ochsner Health named Brian Moore, MD, as its new chief physician executive + president of Ochsner Clinic, effective Jan.

1. He will lead clinical strategy and build on Dr. Robert I. Hart’s legacy after 32 years of service.

Health experts say residents without air conditioning need to take extra care during heat waves today; they advise drinking plenty of water and using local public spaces like libraries for relief, warning that high humidity with warm nights can raise the risk of heat stroke.

New Orleans native Jaron Pierre Jr. was introduced by the Pelicans after being selected 58th overall in last week’s NBA Draft.

The former St. Augustine High School standout played for four colleges before joining the team.

ESSENCE Festival 2026

Time TBD — Caesars Superdome — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate culture, music, and community at one of New Orleans' premier events.

Bobby V Live Concert

10 p.m.-3 a.m. — House of Blues New Orleans — Tickets required — Experience an unforgettable night with Bobby V at the iconic House of Blues.

R&B Glow Paint & Sip N'awlins Fest Weekend 2026

12-4 p.m. — Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Qtr - Astor — Admission included — Enjoy a glow-in-the-dark painting party with great drink specials in a festive atmosphere.

Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons Tribute

6:30-7:45 p.m. — The Sazerac House — Tickets required — Experience a magical candlelight concert featuring the music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons in a stunning venue.

Teena May - Happy Hour Concert

4:30-6 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Free entry — Enjoy original alt-Country and Folk music from the talented Teena May and her band.

FLYLEAF with Lacey Sturm Concert

1 PM — House of Blues New Orleans — Ticket info available — Experience the hard-hitting sound of Flyleaf live with Lacey Sturm.

Clarence Johnson III Performance

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Ellis Marsalis Center for Music — $5-$45 — Experience the captivating jazz virtuoso Clarence Johnson III live on stage with special ticket pricing options.

Davell Crawford Live Performance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Ticket info not provided — Experience the soulful sounds of the 'Piano Prince of New Orleans' in an intimate jazz setting.

A Taste of Napa: An Evening with Treasury Wine Estates

7-9 p.m. — Hilton New Orleans Riverside — Free parking — Experience guided tastings featuring distinguished California wines paired with delicious dishes.

Colombia Nola Fest 2026

3-10 p.m. — The Broadside — Kids up 12 Free entry — Celebrate Colombia's culture with live music, dance, and delicious food.