Introducing Smartwaiver Experiences!
For the first year ever, Spark attendees have the incredible opportunity to book a completely free tour during their time in New Orleans. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of NOLA on one of our hand-selected tours and activities available below. Tours will be offered on Sunday, October 13th and Monday evening October 14th. Please note that spots are limited and will fill up fast!
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Activities for Sunday, October 13, 2024
Manchac Swamp Wildlife Kayak Tour New Orleans Kayak Swamp Tours
Join us on a kayak tour through the still waters and lush vegetation of Manchac Swamp while spotting wildlife! If you are looking for a natural, engaging way to experience the Louisiana swamp, this is your tour!
Join our naturalist guides on a kayak tour into the heart of Manchac Swamp in search of wildlife! Located 25 miles west of New Orleans, Manchac swamp is part of the Maurepas Swamp Wildlife Management Area which protects one of the largest examples of Louisiana’s iconic bald cypress-tupelo swamp. This expansive wetland ecosystem provides habitat to a wide range of species including alligators and birds. We love our Manchac tour to escape the city into the serene peace and quiet of the swamp, with a focus on observing wildlife and the natural environment.
- Tour Time: 11:00am
- Duration: 2-2.5 Hours
The Premier New Orleans Food Tour
New Orleans Culinary History Tours
Prepare yourself for a great afternoon! New Orleans is known worldwide for our friendly people, rich history, fascinating architecture – and GOOD FOOD! You will experience all of the above on our three hour walking tour of the French Quarter.
- Tour Time: 12:00pm
- Duration: 3 Hours
Garden District Secrets & Scandals
Spectral City Tours LLC
Peer behind the curtain, and find out why the secrets of this lush neighborhood were only whispered behind closed doors!
Hear the history of Lafayette No. 1 Cemetery (temporarily closed), and hear about New Orleans’s fascinating burial methods. See famous historical locations , filming locations, celebrity mansions, and more!
- Tour Time: 1:00pm
- Duration: 2 Hours
Cajun/Creole Demonstration Cooking Class
New Orleans School of Cooking
We teach the basics of Louisiana Cooking in a way you’ll never forget. Fun is a primary ingredient in our kitchen! Our Cajun / Creole experts teach New Orleans specialties such as Gumbo, Jambalaya and Pralines, seasoning them with history, trivia and tall tales!
- Tour Time: 2:00pm
- Duration: 2 Hours
Activities for Monday, October 14, 2024
Shrimp Boil at Mister Gregory’s
Shrimp Boil Cabaret
An intimate experience of French Quarter food and music; we are famous for our French Quarter Shrimp Boils. Join us for a private dinner party celebrating the flavors and sounds of the Quarter. Enjoy this opportunity to experience it as a VIP, with a small group and Mister Gregory himself preparing your meal.
- Tour Time: 6:00pm
- Duration: 1.5 Hours
Haunted Ghost Walking Tour
Witches Brew Tours
We specialize in cemetery, haunted, and historical tours featuring ghosts, vampires, voodoo, and other paranormal history, offering the best haunted tours of New Orleans. Hear chilling stories told by our 5-star tour guides of horror and of the history of the ghosts that linger here, exploring haunted attractions and more.
- Tour Time: 7:00pm
- Duration: 2 Hours
Ghost and Cemetery Bus Tour
Haunted History Tours
These tours will take you through New Orleans’ freaky past, from voodoo and vampires to ghosts, all with an offbeat, theatrical presentation that makes it fun. We offer haunted tours both walking and by bus each night. We also offer historical daytime tours.
- Tour Time: 7:00pm
- Duration: 2 Hours
Movie & TV Show Walking Tour
Blood Moon Tours
This walking tour features our scariest movies and TV shows. We guide guests through the French Quarter to visit filming locations of the horror genre. Along the way, we reveal the city’s dark side. Vampires, ghosts, voodoo, mystery, and murder are all included. What is fact, and what is fiction?
- Tour Time: 8:00pm
- Duration: 2 Hours
NOLA Bike Bar
New Orleans Pedal Barge
Explore the vibrant Irish Channel beer scene on this New Orleans Brewery Tour. . Join us for a two-hour adventure, blending history, flavor, and fun.
What’s included: Pedal through historic streets, stopping at up to three top breweries. Taste local brews, learn brewing secrets, and soak in New Orleans’ craft beer culture
- Tour Time: 6:00pm
- Duration: 2 Hours