Ring in the New Year in the New Orleans

Already tired of "jingling your bells" during the holiday season? Don't fret! The New Year is almost here and with it gorgeous fireworks and fantastic parties that are sure to be remembered the whole year through. And what better place to celebrate it than the Party Capital of the US! New Orleans is definitely the place to visit if you want to do more than just "deck your halls" this December.

Thursday, Dec 30th
Friends of the Cabildo Walking Tours
Tours emphasizes history & folklore of New Orleans.
1850 House Museum Store, 523 St. Ann Street
Adults $12.00, $10 Seniors & Students, 12 & Under Free w/ Adult.
Twice daily; 10am and 1:30pm
For more information, call (504) 523-3939

Living History at the Hermann-Grima House
Living History demonstrations; 19th Century brought to life.
Hermann-Grima House, 820 Royal Street
For more information, call (504) 525-5661

Friday, Dec 31st
Kids' New Year's Eve Noon Party
Crafts, Soda Pop Toast, and Balloon Drop
Louisiana Kid's Museum, 420 Julia St
Starts at 10am; $8 in advance & $10 at the door.
For more information, call (504) 523-1357

New Year's Eve Midnight Fireworks Cruise
Hors d'oeuvres, Open Call-Brand Bar, & Live Entertainment
Paddlewheeler Creole Queen and/or Riverboat Cajun Queen,
Canal Street Dock at Riverwalk
Boards at 10pm-11pm; Cruises at 11pm-1am.
For prices & reservations, (504) 524-0814 or (800) 445-4109

Riverview Room New Year's Eve Celebration
Full Buffet Dinner, Premium Open Bar, Champagne, & music by the Top Cats
Riverview Room, Jackson Brewery, 600 Decatur Street
Cocktail attire, black tie encouraged; Starts at 9pm; Ends 1am.
$160 per person, all inclusive
For reservations, call (888) 236-8260 or (504) 525-3000

New Year's Eve Dinner Fireworks Cruise
Good food, good spirits, and party favors
Steamboat NATCHEZ, Toulouse Street Wharf, Riverside of Jax Brewery
Boards at 9:30pm; Cruise 10:30 pm-12:30am
For prices & reservations, call (504) 586-8777 or (800) 233-2628

Wednesday, January 3
Annual Allstate Sugar Bowl
Hosted by the Southeast Conference Champs
Superdome; Starts at 7pm
For more information, call (504) 828-2440