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Great festivals happen all throughout the year in New Orleans. From music to food to celebrations that fill the city streets, there are all types. Here are a couple of interesting ones taking place during the month of December. If you’re looking for a place to take a date, consider one of these.

Louisiana Renaissance Festival - Hammond - Dec 6^th & 7^th

Take a short drive north and away from both the city and the modern age at the Louisiana Renaissance Festival. Experience jousts, great costumes, olde-styled food and drink and plenty of lively people. For the couple that enjoys something different, this is an excellent way to spend a few days.

Christmas Bonfire Party - Oak Alley Plantation - Dec 6^th

It’s the 39^th year for this annual event, so take a drive out west to Vacherie to take part. There will be plenty of food along with music and dancing. Then a procession makes its way to the levee to light the bonfire. Best of all, the locals dress up in period clothing, transporting you back to another time.

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