Tourism
The City of Gretna Tourism Office assists visitors to the City, arranges tour groups and helps coordinate special events. The Tourism Office is in the Heritage House Welcome Center at 1035 Huey P. Long Avenue. Welcome Center hours are Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
If you are visiting the City or interested in arranging a private tour, please contact our Tourism and Events Coordinator at the number listed below.
Area Attractions
See the City’s Area Attractions page.
City of Gretna Welcome Brochure
Please view our Welcome Brochure here.
Gretna in the media
Several locations in Gretna were featured on Hi Travel Tales in an article about Jefferson Parish.
Click to read Top Things To Do In Jefferson Parish – Historic Neighbor To New Orleans
The City of Gretna was recently featured on myNewOrleans.com.
Click to see The Best Reasons to Visit Historic Gretna
Annual Gretna Events 2024 – 2025
There’s always something fun happening in Gretna. For more information, please call 504-363-1580 or email tourism@gretnala.com.
February 2025
February 13 – GREDI King Cake Social
February 14 – Valentine’s Day weddings at the Blacksmith Shop
February 14– Toast to Mardi Gras, choosing of Gretna’s King/Queen
February 14 – Annual Valentine’s Day Concert at the Gretna Cultural Center.
February 14-16 – Bubbles on Parade – Held the Weekend of the Mardi Gras Kickoff in Gretna. Rent a clear bubble tent under the beautifully draped Oaks of purple, green and gold lights.
February 15 – Krewe of Cuties Parade, details to be announced at a later date.
MARCH 2025
March 3 – GRELA presents Lundi Gras in Gretna at the Farmer’s Market pavilion. Free concert with food and beverage for purchase.
March 22 – “Shop the Huey” Easter Market– Artists and musicians along the streets of downtown Gretna.
March 30 – Italian-Irish Parade rolls in downtown Gretna!
APRIL 2025
April 19 – Food Truck Festival- 5-9 p.m. Huey P Long Ave 4th Street to the river. Live music and kids corner under the Market Pavilion.
April 26 – GRID Shrimp Cookoff at Mel Ott Park
MAY 2025
May 10 – Maifest – Extended Arts and crafts and plants sale market along Huey P. Long Ave.(8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.) with a German Beer Garden at 5th and Huey P Long (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.) sponsored by the German-American Cultural Center.
October 2025
October 3-5 – GRETNA FEST 2025!!!
October Every Friday – Back to the River Fall Concert Series. Free concert at the Riverfront amphitheater for 6 p.m.
October Every Saturday – Back to the Drive In – FREE Family Movies at the Amphitheater, 6:30p.m. Concessions will be available for purchase. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Movie starts at dusk.
October 18 – Citywide Yard Sale on the neutral ground of Huey P Long Ave. from 6th to 8th Street and throughout the 70053 zip code.
October 18 – Oktoberfest a German Beer Garden at 5th and Huey P Long (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.) sponsored by the German-American Cultural Center.
October 18 – Pumpkin Patch at the Huey P. Long Ave. neutral ground from 6th to 8th street 9a.m. – 3 p.m. Free photo opportunities and games for the kids to enjoy.
NOVEMBER 2025
November 11 – Veterans Day celebration at the Farmer’s Market Pavilion
November 28 – Lighting of the Oaks along Huey P. Long Ave.
DECEMBER 2025
December 1 – 20 – Passport to Christmas promotion event. Get your Passport to Gretna for deals and discounts at participating businesses. Collect enough stamps to enter for a chance at a gift basket worth over $1000. Winner pulled during the Farmer’s Market on December 21.
December 5 – Ringing in the Arts at the Farmer’s Market Pavilion
December 5- 7 – Picnic Under the Lights. Rent a clear bubble tent up the beautifully lit Oaks on the neutral ground of Huey P. Long Ave. Rental sign up begins October 28, call 504-363-1580.
December 7 – Tree Lighting and Christmas Parade on Huey P. Long Ave. near 6th Street. Parade route starts at 5th near Richard St. head down 5th towards Huey P. Long Ave., turns right on Huey P. Long Ave, u-turns at 1st street, heads down Huey P. Long Ave. towards 10th Street, u-turns again and ends at 6th and Huey P. Long Ave. Parade rolls for 5 p.m.
December 6-7 (anticipated): Brunch with Santa at Legacy Kitchen for 10 a.m., multiple seating times. Treat your children to a most memorable breakfast with Santa, where every child will receive a Teddy Bear at the event, Cost based on menu items ordered, free reservation required. Call 504-513-2606 ro make reservations or visit www.opentable.com
December 11 – 14 – Picnic Under the Lights. Rent a clear bubble tent up the beautifully lit Oaks on the neutral ground of Huey P Long Ave. Rental sign up begins October 28, call 504-363-1580.
December 13 – Shop the Huey Holiday Market at the Gretna Cultural Center, over 80 vendors selling holiday related items from 9 a.m – 3 p.m.
December 18-21 – Picnic Under the Lights. Rent a clear bubble tent up the beautifully lit Oaks on the neutral ground of Huey P. Long Ave. Rental sign up begins October 28, call 504-363-1580.
December 21 – Live Nativity on Huey P. Long Ave. near 6th Street.