New Orleans Magazine February 2026

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Editor’s Note

Carnival comes early this year, and the party is already in full swing! Parade...

Carnival Accessories that Will Make you Stand out in the Parade...

Mardi Gras Full Length Puffer Jacket, $216. An early Mardi Gras is often a cold...

The Ghosts of Carnivals Past

The young man from Hannibal, Missouri, had seen a lot in just 23 years...

A Modern Look on How to Approach Heart Health

After more than 25 years as a registered dietitian, I’ve learned that one of...

The Family Budget Reality Check

Following the consumer-driven holiday season, a lot of families are starting 2026 by taking...

New Orleans February 2026 Events Calendar

“Water for Elephants” Feb. 3-8 The Saenger Theater hosts this musical adaptation of the acclaimed bestselling...
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Brandan “BMike” Odums

Brandan “BMike” Odums is one of New Orleans’ most recognized visual artists and culture...

Evviva Brings a Shapeshifting Menu to the Marigny

In all creative pursuits, few things feel more exciting than a good, old-fashioned team-up....

Celebrate Valentine’s Day In Fashionable Style

Lapeyre’s enchanting Stella gown sways effortlessly with each step. Cascading ruffles in Swiss dotted...

Good Catch

I was thinking the other day about how we got thousands of people coming...

1858: Mistick Krewe of Comus’s Night Parade

It’s that time of year again when Carnival revelers hit the streets throughout the...

The Dish: Succotash, Barrio Bites, Dahla and More

Since 2015, a once-vibrant space at 1041 Dumaine St. in the French Quarter has...
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DJ Soul Sister Shares Her Musical Curse with New Orleans

Melissa Weber considers herself cursed. With a near-encyclopedic knowledge of 15,000 records scrounged from...

Bar Tab: Carnival Menus, THC-infused Seltzers and More

The award-winning Jewel of the South has launched its annual Carnival menu, giving guests...

You Have to Be There

It’s impossible to understand the experience of Carnival season from someone telling you about...

Neutral Sides

Dear Switzerland, You, of all places, must appreciate the sound of silence, I would imagine....

Book Club: The Roads We Travel, The Write Stuff and more

“The Roads We Travel” by David Armand Author David Armand takes readers and aspiring writers on...

Elevate Your Home Powder Room

  Add some synchronized whimsy to your walls with the Splash! wallpaper by Dupenny. The...
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Heading North to Colorado for Carnival

It’s that time of year when those New Orleanians weary of Carnival crowds and...

Chef Isaac Toups’ Carnival Caviar Recipe

Chef Isaac Toups, of Toups Meatery and the soon-to-open Armada, presents a refined yet...

Mr. B’s Bistro’s Royal Rita Cocktail Recipe

Cindy Brennan has seen more than 40 Mardi Gras from the doorstep of her...

The Longo Group

Led by Ted Longo, The Longo Group has built its reputation through expertise and a client-first mentality that treats everyone like family.

Holistic Personal Finance

Holistic Personal Finance is a unique, highly personalized, and hands-on process that help clients implement a financial plan that fits their lifestyle.

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

The gift of love is priceless. But a little something extra is always welcome! Find your beloved something special in our Valentine’s Day Gift Guide.
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Financial Professionals

From wealth management to home mortgage to personal insurance, these financial professionals are ready to help you plan for the future and help make your dreams a reality.

Mardi Gras Fun

Good times don’t roll all by themselves. Bring the party with you all season long with these Mardi Gras partners in and around New Orleans.

New Orleans Heart Health Resources

Carnival may be the heart of New Orleans, but your own heart needs some consideration, too. Luckily, your local heart health resources are here to keep your feet tapping.

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