City Park New Orleans

“I so love MY PARK, even at 53 years old, it is a treasure that brings back my earliest memories - and great ones at that!” - Allison J.

“Climbing the trees at City Park is an important rite of passage for any true NOLA kid. ” - Melissa R.

“This is my little piece of heaven. ” - Debby G.

“Had fun at the park yesterday...my family and I rented the paddle boats and had a blast!!! ” - Kristi S.

“We are from Florida but love NOLA! And City Park is one of the crown jewels! We go there each time we visit! Love it, this is the model all city parks should strive to emulate. City Park is for all the citizens of New Orleans. ” - Shannon D.

“The free and open space - there’s nothing like being at City Park on a nice day. ” - Ase W.

“I played mini golf with my husband there 41 years ago. ” - Peg K.

“I just discovered the walking paths in Couturie Forest off of Harrison. They are awesome! ” - Bern S.

“Can't wait for the day that I can take my grandchild to the place that my parents use to take me...great memories! ” - Jennie O.

“I just finished my jog at the beautiful City Park. It’s a great place to exercise. ” - James B.

“The lighting on the Peristyle and Bandstand look great! Thank you City Park for being beautiful! ” - Julie S.

“Thank you, City Park, for the gift of the exercise equipment and the walking/running/biking trail at the Festival Grounds. It is a great venue to work out in and to enjoy the Park” - Kathy S.

“We had great time yesterday at the Park! We will definitely be back soon! ” - Nadra J.

“I visited the park last week after going to Jazz Fest for the first time. I found it extremely beautiful and peaceful. I would not have imagined such a beautiful green space existed so close to New Orleans. I will make a point of visiting it next time I am in town. ” - Hugo E.

“Everyone I know calls the horses on the Carousel the Flying Horses! ” - Ralph M.

“My daughter's 5th birthday party was here, it was great. ” - Victoria T.

“I had my reception at City Park in September of 2003 and people STILL talk about the food. It was beyond my wildest dreams! ” - Veronica P.

“City Park is my gym, my place to grab a snack, my zen place” - Elodie C.

“My husband and I love the cedar swings at the Goldring/Woldenberg Great Lawn. It's our date place to get away from the kids. ” - Elodie C.

“The Goldring/Woldenberg Great Lawn, across from the Peristyle, is a fantastic addition to the Park. As a person who long ago volunteered to cut the grass at the Park, I have to say Big Lake is beautiful and the landscaping there is so nice. ” - Daniel T.