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Jefferson Convention and Visitors Bureau

1221 Elmwood Park Blvd, Ste 411, 70123
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Next Door to New Orleans

Focused events with abundant adventures day and night! *Home to MSY, the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport *From 7 to 12 miles from the world-famous French Quarter of New Orleans *Our largest ballroom in a hotel is 8,832 sq.ft. at Copeland Tower in Metairie LA *Our largest total meeting space in a hotel is 21,800 sq ft with 26 rooms at the Hilton New Orleans Airport *2 Convention Centers with space up to 75,000 sq ft *Largest convention center space is 34,560 at the Pontchartrain Center in Kenner LA *Hotel brands include Hilton, Marriott, Choice, IHG, Wyndham *Value pricing for F&B, service fees, equipment rentals, etc. *Free or low cost parking options *Plenty of reasonably priced transportation options to and from the French Quarter of New Orleans including Uber & Lyft. *Home to world class outdoor adventures including golf at TPC Louisiana, unparalleled fresh and salt water fishing, kayaking, swamp tours, kart racing and more. *And, the most incredible nightlife is just down the street in New Orleans!

Venue Details

Hotels31
Convention center75,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms-
Guest rooms at 1 hotel225
Special event venues-
Average room rate$119.00
Occupancy rate62%
Restaurants102
Daily food cost$102.00
Tax rate9.75%
Venue typeCVB
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Seasonal Availability

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High season
Oct 01 - Dec 30Jan 02 - May 31
Shoulder season
Low season
Jun 01 - Sep 30

Getting Here

Distance from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport airport 1 mi
Distance from Lakefront Airport airport 17 mi

Location

Local Attractions

Swamp Tours
Recreation
10 mins
South Louisiana has gators, lots of them. For the thrill seekers, try a fast airboat. For great wildlife viewing, take a pontoon boat ride. The captains will give you a little history, a little wildlife education and some colorful local stories.

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Established in 1856, Tujague’s is the second oldest, continually operating restaurant in New Orleans. We have been serving New Orleans cuisine to locals and visitors alike for more than 165 years. Located in the heart of the French Quarter, we have a passion for preserving and highlighting the history and traditions of our restaurant. Our menu features locally sourced ingredients in traditional preparations, melding French recipes with New Orleans fare and flare.
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American Ghost Walks
American Ghost Walks
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Ghosts and fun bring your team closer together. Guided experiences to multiple haunted locations. Your group will be treated to a ghostly experience during a 90-120 minute walking tour, 3-hour bus excursion, or pick a custom experience with food and alcohol options or a family-oriented experience as well. Your team has been on outings before, but this time they've asked you to find something different and exciting for everybody. When looking for specific venues to host your group, it can be quite challenging. And the last thing you want is another work event that feels more like a chore than a fun activity. Your team doesn’t want to: - Throw any more axes - Go bowling again - Sit bored at a large group dinner Experience The City's Haunted Past with Your Entire Team On this special evening, you and your team will have the perfect opportunity to get to know each other better! Your guide is well-versed in local culture, so you can expect a fun, engaging, and spooky event.
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Unique NOLA Tours
Unique NOLA Tours
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Unique NOLA Tours offers distinctive and intimate walking tours of New Orleans. We believe in crafting our guests' experience into something special beyond the standard fare excursion 'round the city. We do this by employing exceptional and well-educated guides, and researching stories for both great historical content and fun. We offer a true crime tour, a ghost tour with bar stops for adults, a French Quarter tour, a Garden District tour, and a family-friendly ghost tour for all ages. You can get more information at uniquenola.com.
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Unique NOLA Tours
Unique NOLA Tours
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Unique NOLA Tours offers distinctive and intimate walking tours of New Orleans. We believe in crafting our guests' experience into something special beyond the standard fare excursion 'round the city. We do this by employing exceptional and well-educated guides, and researching stories for both great historical content and fun. We offer a true crime tour, a ghost tour with bar stops for adults, a French Quarter tour, a Garden District tour, and a family-friendly ghost tour for all ages. You can get more information at uniquenola.com.
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Nola Exhibits
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READYSET ATLANTA
READYSET ATLANTA
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READYSET ATLANTA is a strategic and fast paced team of highly skilled Fabricators and Artists providing custom or pre-built sets. Our 12,000 square foot shop paired with our experienced crew allows us the opportunity to expertly execute a myriad of unique designs and projects. Our clients can rely on us to provide custom designs for any venture, from studio photography sets, events, retail and showroom displays, trade show booths, video and film scenery, gallery builds, pop-up locations and runways. Originating from ReadySet Inc. in New York City, an industry leader since 1997, we embody the passion and commitment necessary to meet our client's unique needs. We relish the opportunity to exceed our client's expectations and our team finds challenges rewarding. Our diverse crew offers a wide range of skills and they are always open to working with new ideas, materials or methods to further our skill set and deliver. The exceptional quality of our work is a reflection of our emphasis on teamwork and our commitment to our culture. With an emphasis on pre-building and finishing sets, our team is able to troubleshoot any issues that may arise ahead of time, saving valuable time during delivery. We provide 3D production drawings to our clients to confirm every detail and also provide samples of finishes needed. As the project develops, we provide constant communication with clients to ensure the project encapsulates their vision. Our clients are encouraged to inspect their jobs in our shop to get a hands on feel of the scale and specific scenic elements.
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305 Transportation
305 Transportation
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Impeccable Luxury Ground Transportation 305 Transportation, with corporate offices in Miami, Fla., combines over 15 years of experience providing the highest level of corporate sedan, executive limousine, van and coach services in more than 500 destinations worldwide. With just one call, impeccable service, expertise and knowledge of the transportation industry are delivered to you allowing you to experience elite ground transportation services for all your travel needs. Unique in our approach, 305 Transportation offers flexible, reliable and convenient local, national and international travel solutions and transportation options for secure, comfortable, and reliable service, both in the air and on the ground. Executive Travelers, Corporate Travelers, Event Planners, Travel Agents and Leisure Travelers all look to the leader in global transportation services for their chauffeured transportation needs. 305 Transportation is driven to provide consistently superior service that will exceed your every expectation. By always going the extra mile and delivering exceptional attention to detail 305 Transportation ensures that you travel safely, comfortably and confidently.
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Merck Artist Agency
Merck Artist Agency
multi-city
At Merck Artist Agency, we specialize in representing a carefully curated roster of exceptional musicians, bands, speakers, and comedians. Based in Friendswood, Texas, our agency works with talent from across the country, offering clients a dynamic, diverse selection of entertainment options for events of all kinds. Our music lineup features both original artists and high-energy cover bands, with particular strength in country music and Americana. On the speaking side, we represent a select group of inspirational speakers covering topics such as personal wellness, the mind-body connection, workplace safety, and women in leadership. Every performer in our agency is hand-selected for their talent, professionalism, and ability to deliver unforgettable experiences. At Merck Artist Agency, we take pride not only in the quality of the artists we represent but also in the personal attention and outstanding customer service we provide. Whether you’re booking live music, an engaging keynote, or a crowd-pleasing comedian, we ensure a seamless, tailored experience from start to finish.
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Verge Talent Management
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Convention Centers

The Pontchartrain CenterConveniently located just minutes from Louis Armstrong International Airport and close to more than 6,000 hotel rooms, The Pontchartrain Center an SMG Managed Facility is also a mere 15 minutes from the legendary New Orleans French Quarter.
Exhibit Space45,000 sq. ft.
John A. Alario, Sr. Events CenterNestled adjacent to Bayou Segnette State Park, the John A. Alario Sr. Event Center is the premier sports and event facility in the Greater New Orleans area. Venue has 30,240 square feet of column-free, hardwood-maple floor space.
Total meeting space58,700 sq. ft.

Jefferson Convention and Visitors Bureau Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

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Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Jefferson Convention and Visitors Bureau and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
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Health and Safety

Were practices at Jefferson Convention and Visitors Bureau developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
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Does Jefferson Convention and Visitors Bureau clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
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