No major fests this weekend? Fret not. Our idea of a break week is a weekend that includes a parade! 😂
Here are our weekend picks:
Fri. April 19, 2019
What: Free Crawfish Friday
When: 3 p.m.
Where: Borgne Restaurant
Price: Free
It’s the last Friday of Lent! Crawfish will be free and the restaurant will be doing specials on happy hour drinks. Click here for more information.
What: Fish Fry Fridays at 14 Parishes
When: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: Pythian Market
Price: $10
Get your classic fish fry plate. Catfish with mac and cheese, potato salad, green peas and a cornbread muffin is on the menu. Click here for more information.
Sat. April 20, 2019
What: Crescent City Classic
When: 8 a.m.
Where: Click here for route information
Price: Registration starts at $40
It’s the 41st Annual Crescent City Classic. Registration for the race ends Friday, but you can save $15 by running for a charity. Click here for more information.
What: Red Cup Music Fest
When: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Where: Congo Square
Price: Admission starts at $20
Performers include Lil Boosie, Bun B, Tokyo Vanity, Denisia, Beat King, Ha Sizzle andDJ Raj Smoove. Click here for more information.
Sun. April 21, 2019
What: Gay Easter Parade
When: 4 p.m.
Where: Click here for route information
Price: Free
One of the most fashion forward parades in the city, this one is family friendly. No nudity, partial nudity or explicit throws are allowed in the parade, a rarity in the Quarter.
What: Red Fish Grill Easter Buffett
When: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Where: Red Fish Grill
Price: Adults: $59.95, Children 12 and under $22
Yes, lots of places are having Easter meals or buffets. But, Red Fish Grill has an arts and crafts station for the kids, which helps after they’ve had to still quietly all morning during church. Click here for more information.
