Blog https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/ Blog Mon, 16 Sep 2024 14:22:02 +0000 Fourth of July Fireworks on the Northshore https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/fourth-of-july-fireworks-on-the-northshore/ https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/fourth-of-july-fireworks-on-the-northshore/#comments https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/fourth-of-july-fireworks-on-the-northshore/ Mon, 03 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Looking for 4th of July fireworks? The Northshore will have many celebrations across the parish on and before the big day, from big festivals in community parks to backyard cook-outs with the fam. Local towns, community sponsors and volunteers come together to celebrate the USA and Americana itself

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Celebrate Mom with Mother’s Day Brunches, a Home Tour and DIY Fun https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/celebrate-mom-with-mothers-day-brunches-a-home-tour-and-diy-fun/ https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/celebrate-mom-with-mothers-day-brunches-a-home-tour-and-diy-fun/#comments https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/celebrate-mom-with-mothers-day-brunches-a-home-tour-and-diy-fun/ Mon, 06 May 2024 14:00:00 -0400

Looking for fun things to do with mom this Mother’s Day? Families have some great options in St. Tammany Parish, including the Old Mandeville Historic Association’s Mother’s Day Home Tour, DIY home décor projects at Hammer & Stain Covington, group painting parties at Painting with a Twist

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Old Mandeville Historic Association's Mother's Day Home Tour Returns https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/old-mandeville-historic-associations-mothers-day-home-tour-returns/ https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/old-mandeville-historic-associations-mothers-day-home-tour-returns/#comments https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/old-mandeville-historic-associations-mothers-day-home-tour-returns/ Thu, 02 May 2024 12:00:00 -0400

The Old Mandeville Historic Association's annual Mother's Day Home Tour returns on May 12, 2024, 2-5 p.m., with the theme of Spring Mix: Creole to Mid-Century Modern. The event is sponsored by Niche Modern Home.

In addition to the historic Jean Baptiste Lang House located at 605 Carroll Street, six

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Easter on the Northshore https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/easter-on-the-northshore/ https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/easter-on-the-northshore/#comments https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/easter-on-the-northshore/ Wed, 06 Mar 2024 17:00:00 -0500

Welcome, spring!

All the signs of the season have arrived on The Northshore: brightly blooming azaleas, dogwoods, and redbuds, fresh seafood at markets by the sacksful and at our many restaurants that cook what's in season, and a bevy of outdoor activities for the whole family.

The Northshore

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St. Patrick's Day is a Week with Something for Everyone https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/st-patricks-day-is-a-week-with-something-for-everyone/ https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/st-patricks-day-is-a-week-with-something-for-everyone/#comments https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/st-patricks-day-is-a-week-with-something-for-everyone/ Sun, 03 Mar 2024 23:00:00 -0500

Throwing cabbages at the Slidell St. Patrick's Day Parade

March in St. Tammany Parish…crawfish boils, the return of outdoor concerts, fun things to do outside while you soak up some Vitamin D... and celebrating the holidays of spring!

St. Patrick’s Day Parades on The Northshore

Slidell St. Patrick's Day Parade

Sunday, March 10, 2024 at 1 p.m.

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Fat Tuesday Feasting https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/fat-tuesday-feasting/ https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/fat-tuesday-feasting/#comments https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/fat-tuesday-feasting/ Thu, 01 Feb 2024 15:00:00 -0500

Louisiana celebrates its fantastic food with festivals year-round, but Carnival season is the sweetest, as we celebrate Fat Tuesday with king cakes (check out our round-up of where to find them), and unique takes on the cinnamon-y dessert. On The Northshore, local bakeries and restaurants take

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Santa Photo Ops & Sightings in St. Tammany https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/santa-photo-ops-sightings-in-st-tammany/ https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/santa-photo-ops-sightings-in-st-tammany/#comments https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/santa-photo-ops-sightings-in-st-tammany/ Tue, 14 Nov 2023 13:00:00 -0500
Jolly Ol' St. Nick and more...

Santa Claus can be sighted at select places all across Northshore during the 2023 holiday season, especially for photo ops with the kiddos.

Get photos with Santa Claus at The Candy Bank in Mandeville

Santa listens to Christmas wishes at The Candy Bank in Mandeville


Shopping + Santa

On Saturday, Nov. 25, for Small Business

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Holiday Light Displays in St. Tammany Parish https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/holiday-light-displays-in-st-tammany-parish/ https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/holiday-light-displays-in-st-tammany-parish/#comments https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/holiday-light-displays-in-st-tammany-parish/ Mon, 13 Nov 2023 13:00:00 -0500

Few things get us into the holiday spirit more than the shimmer of twinkling lights adorning the charming streets, parks and Tammany Trace trailheads of St. Tammany Parish. While navigating the hustle and bustle of the holidays, take a break to stroll or drive by these free light displays and bring

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2023 Thanksgiving Dinner in St. Tammany https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/2023-thanksgiving-dinner-in-st-tammany/ https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/2023-thanksgiving-dinner-in-st-tammany/#comments https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/2023-thanksgiving-dinner-in-st-tammany/ Fri, 03 Nov 2023 19:00:00 -0400

Camellia Café in Slidell is open on Thanksgiving Day offering a buffet of turkey and all the trimmings.

It's time again for America's big weekend of big dinners and big shopping! Would you rather spend it connecting with family and friends or in a hot kitchen, cooking and cleaning? Is your college kid bringing a few friends home for the holiday weekend? Maybe you have relatives who never RSVP but

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Spooktacular St. Tammany - Halloween Events on The Northshore https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/spooktacular-northshore-halloween-events-in-the-st-tammany-parish/ https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/spooktacular-northshore-halloween-events-in-the-st-tammany-parish/#comments https://www.visitthenorthshore.com/blog/stories/post/spooktacular-northshore-halloween-events-in-the-st-tammany-parish/ Mon, 02 Oct 2023 16:00:00 -0400

The Northshore enjoys festivals and family fun year-round, but things kick into high gear when the air is crisp and clear.

It's October in St. Tammany Parish, and Halloween is just around the corner. It's time for hayrides, trick-or-treating (and trunk-or-treating), and bountiful fall harvests of

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