{"id":1916,"date":"2023-10-10T10:00:16","date_gmt":"2023-10-10T10:00:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nolachristmasfest.com\/?p=1916"},"modified":"2023-10-10T15:45:08","modified_gmt":"2023-10-10T15:45:08","slug":"10-years-of-cheer-nola-christmasfest-returns-to-the-convention-center","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nolachristmasfest.com\/10-years-of-cheer-nola-christmasfest-returns-to-the-convention-center\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Years of Cheer! NOLA ChristmasFest returns to the Convention Center"},"content":{"rendered":"

Celebrate the 10th<\/sup> anniversary of this annual New Orleans holiday tradition. Tickets on sale now!<\/em><\/p>\n

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NEW ORLEANS<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Tickets are now on sale for the highly-anticipated NOLA ChristmasFest<\/a>, hosted by The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. This year marks the 10th<\/sup> anniversary of the fun-filled holiday extravaganza presented by Coca-Cola, offering visitors 10 days of cheer from Dec. 21 to Dec. 30, 2023.<\/p>\n

\u201cFor 10 years, families, friends and neighbors have gathered at the Convention Center to share in the holiday season together and create cherished memories,\u201d said Michael J. Sawaya, Convention Center President and CEO. \u201cAs we reflect on the past 10 years, we look forward to hosting this holiday tradition each year, and welcome everyone to celebrate the spirit of the season with us.\u201d<\/p>\n

Packed with holiday magic, locals and visitors can enjoy a variety of activities featuring a newly designed ice rink, a gingerbread village, visits with Santa and friends, giant ice slides and festive entertainment for all to enjoy.\u00a0Fan favorite thrill rides like Jolly Jingler and Big Blast Blizzard are returning this year, along with almost 300,000 square feet of carnival rides suitable for all ages. In celebration of its 10th<\/sup> anniversary, NOLA ChristmasFest will announce new, exclusive surprises and memorable experiences to mark a decade of spreading holiday cheer.<\/p>\n

The popular\u00a0Skating with Santa<\/a>\u00a0experience returns on Friday, Dec. 22, 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Get tickets today to enjoy doughnuts and other delights, coffee and hot cocoa and skate with Santa \u2013 all before the doors open for entry to the first regular session of the day. To join Santa and his friends on the rink, a separate ticket purchase is required.<\/p>\n

For a full schedule of events, please visit\u00a0nolachristmasfest.com\/special-events\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

NOLA Christmas Fest Schedule & \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n