This week, the editor’s are sharing a few of their favorite events and happenings during this Super Bowl weekend! No matter who you’re rooting for and what events you attend, remember to make good choices and really enjoy the energy in the city.
Friday, Feb. 7
Pepsi Super Bowl Boil
Pepsi is hosting two restaurants – Crawlins Seafood and Mr. Shrimp’s Kitchen – for a boil battle to become PEPSI Super Bowl Boil Champion. We love a good boil in New Orleans!
Woldenberg Riverfront Park – 1 Canal St.
12 – 2 p.m.
Celebrity SuperSlam
This seems to be a good family-friendly event. The ticket website says,” Join NFL friends, Hollywood celebrities, reality and music stars, social media influencers and many more for a fun-filled game of hoops benefiting Bastion Community Resilience, The 34ways Foundation and Humble Path Foundation.”
XULA Convocation Center – 7900 Stroelitz St.
6-9 p.m.
Shaq’s Fun House
Shaq’s Fun House is said to be part-festival and part late-night carnival, but with Shaq and Ludacris involved, we’re sure it’s going to be a fun time. The website says tickets are almost sold out, so get them while you can!
Mardi Gras World – 1380 Port of New Orleans Pl.
9 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 8
50 Cent’s Super Bold Comedy Block Party
50 Cent is hosting a comedy event Saturday night. The show is set to host performances by D.C. Young Fly, Chico Bean and Bill Bellamy. There are only a few tickets remaining for this event, so move quickly if you’re interested.
Mahalia Jackson Theater, 1419 Basin St.
8 p.m.
Taste of the NFL 2025
This event seems great for foodies and football fans. Each year the NFL hosts this event, but we think this year in the Crescent City might raise the bar just a little. Attendees can pick food from a tasting menu curated by chefs from all over the country, while mixing and mingling with NFL legends and more. Tickets can be found here.
National WWII Museum – 945 Magazine St.
4 – 7 p.m.
Sunday, Feb. 9
Guy’s Flavortown Tailgate
Guy Fieri doesn’t have to travel far for a bit of flavor in New Orleans! The TV personality is hosting a tailgate performances by Diplo, Flavor Flav and Cowboy Mouth ahead of the game at Mardi Gras World. More information and registration for the free event can be found here.
Mardi Gras World – 1380 Port of New Orleans Pl.
12 p.m.
Lagniappe
Super Bowl Parade
On Saturday, in addition to the many events and concerts happening all over the city, the first-ever Super Bowl Host Committee Parade will stroll through the French Quarter starting at 10 a.m. The parade will start at the corner of Esplanade Avenue and Decatur Street, through the French Quarter and down Decatur to Poydras Street, concluding on St. Charles Avenue in the Warehouse District.
Jackson Square Light Show
Love it or hate it, each night (through Saturday, Feb. 8) from 6:30 – 11 p.m., those around Jackson Square in the French Quarter will witness a light show on the St. Louis Cathedral and the Cabildo. It’s definitely a sight to behold.
NFL Super Bowl Experience
The NFL Super Bowl Experience has taken over the Convention Center. The events include interactive games, player autographs, photo opportunities with the Lombardi Trophy and Super Bowl Rings and more for fans of all ages.
