Super Bowl, French Quarter

French Quarter poles are ‘quite old,’ New Orleans police say ahead of the Super Bowl. Don’t topple them.
Super Bowl host New Orleans is no stranger to thousands of out-of-town revelers descending upon the city and authorities there did not balk when asked if they’d be greasing their poles. They pointed out that an annual pole-greasing party hosted by a hotel in the French Quarter is how the city kicks off Mardi Gras.
New Orleans fortifies French Quarter with security barriers ahead of Super Bowl
On Monday, crews installed the barriers on side streets in the quarter between St. Ann and Iberville. They are located one block off Bourbon in both directions.
Security measures increased in Louisiana ahead of Super Bowl LIX and Mardi Gras
With Super Bowl LIX and Mardi Gras fast approaching, Louisiana officials are ramping up security efforts, implementing enhanced security zones, and coordinating with federal agencies.
Steel barriers installed in French Quarter ahead of Super Bowl, Mardi Gras
The added security measures throughout the French Quarter are a stark reminder of the recent violence while preparing the city for Super Bowl week and Mardi Gras. “It’s just o
New Orleans French Quarter will have security zone for Super Bowl
Thousands of visitors are expected to fly into the New Orleans airport for the Mardi Gras season and the Feb. 9 Super Bowl at Caesars Superdome. Police announced preliminary plans to increase security in the French Quarter. People will see barriers and wedges in the area. The governor will hold a news conference at 1 p.m. Wednesday.
French Quarter designated as ‘enhanced security zone’ for Super Bowl
Heightened security restrictions will be in effect for the busiest section of the French Quarter starting next Wednesday through at least the day after Super Bowl LIX is played, Gov. Jeff Landry announced Wednesday.
New Orleans increasing security ahead of Super Bowl
Police in New Orleans are increasing security measures as the city gears up to host the upcoming Super Bowl nearly a month after a deadly New Year’s Day terror attack. In a release Tuesday, the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) said it would be ramping up law enforcement activity in the French Quarter and
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New Orleans security through Mardi Gras will feature dogs, drones, armored cars, boats
Enhanced security for Super Bowl LIX and Mardi Gras 2025 to include include dogs, drones, helicopters, armored cars, boats, ...
Mardi Gras Parade Schedules 2025
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Headed to New Orleans for the Super Bowl or Mardi Gras? Here’s the Safety Info You Need.
A New Year’s Day terrorist attack killed 14 people, rattled the city and prompted government officials to enhance the security precautions for the upcoming events.
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New Orleans will welcome Vince Lombardi trophy with second-line, French Quarter light show
Ahead of Super Bowl LIX, the Vince Lombardi trophy will be paraded in the French Quarter and followed with a unique light ...
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180+ Mardi Gras parades around Louisiana during the 2025 Carnival season
Just can’t get enough Mardi Gras? There are plenty of parades in the Capital Region—and even more around the state that are ...
New wedge barriers deployed in the French Quarter
Monday, a contractor offloaded new steel wedge barriers in an effort to fortify the Quarter. The wider, steel wedges are being placed between Iberville and St. Ann. The goal is to block vehicle access ...
Where to get a head start on Mardi Gras in San Antonio
Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, is traditionally a day of excess before Ash Wednesday. In the Catholic Church, that's the start of Lent, a period of fasting and abstinence before Easter. It's kind of like ...
Michael Strahan and Starter Bring Vibrant New Orleans Colors and Mardi Gras Culture to Life With MSX Super Bowl LVIII Collection
Michael Strahan and Starter are back with their latest collaboration, bringing the energy of New Orleans to Super Bowl LVIII.