Welcome to Jefferson Parish, the New Orleans Gateway. Whether you're planning a family vacation or a business trip, Jefferson can offer you all the comforts, entertainment and amenities to make your stay a memorable one. Kids will love our new Kenner Planetarium and MegaDome Cinema in Rivertown...adults will enjoy first-class shopping, historical districts, Farmer's Markets, exciting nightlife and, of course, our world-renowned food. So plan your vacation in Jefferson Parish, so close....and yet a world away!

DON'T MISS THE EXCITEMENT...

Grand Opening & Salaville Historic Festival

September 20, 2008

THE WESTWEGO FARMERS & FISHERIES MARKET

This amazing, new, family-friendly attraction opened August 9, 2008; with the Grand Opening Ceremony and Historic Salaville Festival scheduled for September 20, 2008.  Complete with a parade at 10:00 a.m., ribbon cutting ceremony, and fireworks at 7:45 p.m.! 

Located on Sala Avenue in Westwego, the Westwego Farmers & Fisheries Market will include: shopping, marketplaces, an outdoor amphitheater, beautiful landscapes and some of the finest produce, meats and Louisiana fare one can find.  For vendor application and information call 504-341-3424, ext. 209.

The Farmer's Market & Gretna's Art Walk

Saturday, September 13, 2008

Enjoy the wonderful fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy products, plants, and more at the Gretna Farmer's Market while strolling along the neutral ground viewing local artists work.  8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Gretna Heritage Festival

October 3-5, 2008

Experience Gretna's rich heritage in Historic Downtown Gretna!  Enjoy International entertainers along with Louisiana's finest and favorites!  Food representative of just about every culture will be served up.  Arts & Crafts, Rides, Games, Fun for everyone! 

Shuttle service to/from Westside Shopping Center, with free parking behind Academy Sporting Goods.  Free pedestrian ferry from Canal Street Ferry Dock to the Gretna Ferry Landing.  For more information visit www.gretnafest.com.

Tour De Jefferson Bike Ride

November 2, 2008

2nd Annual Bike Ride in Jefferson Parish!  The goal, to make Jefferson a Bike Friendly Community.  Come join us for this fun-filled and family friendly event.  Check back for updates and information on registration, event time(s) and routes.

Welcome to America's Wetland's Birding Trail on Louisiana's Great Gulf Coast.  Come and take a trip into wildlife and culture.  With landscapes ranging from coastal wetlands to rolling hills and prairies, Louisiana is a natural paradise.

America's Wetland's Birding Trail on Louisiana's Great Gulf Coast

Festivals

Find out what's happening in the Jefferson Parish area: click the links below to learn more about festivals and events in the New Orleans area.