NORD Annual Holiday in the Park Expands with Additional Lighting Events Across New Orleans

December 2, 2024 | From City of New Orleans

NORD Annual Holiday in the Park Expands with Additional Lighting Events Across New Orleans

The New Orleans Recreation Development (NORD) Commission is thrilled to announce the return of its annual Holiday in the Park celebration at Joe W. Brown Memorial Park in New Orleans East, 5601 Read Boulevard. From December 2 through January 2, 2025, visitors of all ages are invited to experience this magical celebration of lights, music, and community. The event offers both a drive-through and walk-through experience, opening nightly at dusk and running until 9:30 p.m.

Now in its 5th year, Holiday in the Park transforms Joe W. Brown Park into a winter wonderland featuring dazzling lights, joyful music, delicious food, and an inviting community atmosphere. Visitors can stroll through the park to enjoy festive decorations and drop off letters to Santa at the Joe W. Brown Gym.

Driven by dedicated community volunteers, partners, and sponsors, Holiday in the Park at Joe W. Brown Memorial Park continues to foster a spirit of unity and joy, creating treasured memories for families and friends across New Orleans.

This year, the festivities expand with special lighting events at two additional locations:

• Morris F.X. Jeff Recreation Complex (2529 General Meyer Avenue) on Wednesday, December 4, at dusk.
• NORD Administration Building on the Milne Recreation Campus (5420 Franklin Avenue) on Saturday, December 7, at dusk.

"NORD is proud to bring the magic of the holiday season to communities across New Orleans through our annual Holiday in the Park celebration and expanded lighting events this year," said Larry Barabino, Jr., CEO of the NORD Commission. "Thanks to the support of our dedicated partners, sponsors, and Councilmembers Oliver Thomas (E), Eugene Green (D) and Freddie King (C), we're, we're able to create spaces where families and friends can come together, share in the joy of the season, and make lasting memories."

For more details on Holiday in the Park and the full schedule of NORD holiday events, visit www.nordc.org.