Welcome To New Orleans Party 

In the Carnival Capital of the World, year-round celebrations are the norm. New Orleans loves a parade and what better way to get to Generations Hall for the opening reception than by a police-escorted parade complete with marching band, costumed walkers, Mardi Gras revelers and of course, lots of beads! ENA attendees will gather in their hotel lobbies at the Monteleone and Astor Crowne Plaza Hotels at 7 p.m. for the march to Generations Hall. The highly energetic band Mojeaux will entertain attendees throughout the evening. The party also features great food stations with local favorites including jambalaya, seafood gumbo, po-boys, oyster patties and, of course, New Orleans–style bread pudding.