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Sports weekends in New Orleans

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SportCation IndexGrade D55.6/100Rank #31 of 53Trip Ready This Season
Index detail and methodology

Statistical Tier 18 · Simulated rank range #30–#32. The score combines published city-wide sports-weekend measurements; it is not a personalized trip estimate.

Stadium Sprawl0.2 miAvg. Distance
Venue-Cluster Hotel$190Sports Wknd / Night
2-Game Ticket Pair$415Median, est. incl. fees.
Peak Stack Weekend
Jan 8, 20272 Leagues overlap

Plan your weekend around real overlap windows, practical logistics, and venue-level details for New Orleans. Start with Caesars Superdome and Smoothie King Center for transit, bag policy, and rideshare tips. See how New Orleans stacks up in the SportCation Index.

City Snapshot

Leagues in town: NFL, NBAMajor venues: 2Next best weekend: Nov 6–Nov 8Walkable core: Central Business District (CBD) / Warehouse District / French Quarter

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New Orleans

NBANCAAFNFL

Minnesota Timberwolves at New Orleans Pelicans

Smoothie King Center · Fri, Nov 6 · 7:00 PM CST

Tulsa at Tulane

Yulman Stadium · Sat, Nov 7 · Time TBD

Cleveland Browns at New Orleans Saints

Caesars Superdome · Sun, Nov 8 · 12:00 PM CST

Estimated trip cost US$885 per person

Party estimate US$1,770 · 2 adults · 1 room

Tickets for party US$1,030 · Hotel for party US$740

2026-11-06 to 2026-11-09 · Transport is excluded or varies. Separate bookings; provider prices and availability can change.

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New Orleans

NBANFL

Memphis Grizzlies at New Orleans Pelicans

Smoothie King Center · Fri, Nov 13 · 7:00 PM CST

Denver Nuggets at New Orleans Pelicans

Smoothie King Center · Sat, Nov 14 · 6:00 PM CST

Carolina Panthers at New Orleans Saints

Caesars Superdome · Sun, Nov 15 · 12:00 PM CST

Estimated trip cost US$945 per person

Party estimate US$1,890 · 2 adults · 1 room

Tickets for party US$1,150 · Hotel for party US$740

2026-11-13 to 2026-11-16 · Transport is excluded or varies. Separate bookings; provider prices and availability can change.

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New Orleans

NBANFL

Orlando Magic at New Orleans Pelicans

Smoothie King Center · Fri, Jan 8 · 7:00 PM CST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers at New Orleans Saints

Caesars Superdome · Sun, Jan 10 · 12:00 PM CST

Estimated trip cost US$785 per person

Party estimate US$1,570 · 2 adults · 1 room

Tickets for party US$830 · Hotel for party US$740

2027-01-08 to 2027-01-11 · Transport is excluded or varies. Separate bookings; provider prices and availability can change.

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Caesars Superdome

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Smoothie King Center

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Getting around New Orleans

New Orleans is a prominent sports tourism destination, celebrated for its unique cultural tapestry of history, cuisine, and music, alongside its vibrant sports scene. It is home to major professional teams like the NFL's New Orleans Saints, who play at the Caesars Superdome, and the NBA's New Orleans Pelicans, who play at the Smoothie King Center. The city frequently hosts significant sporting events, including the Super Bowl, NCAA Final Fours, and the annual Sugar Bowl, solidifying its reputation as a premier location for sports enthusiasts.

Distances are approximate straight-line miles from New Orleans reference point (New Orleans reference). Open a guide for transit, bags, and rideshare.

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Venue details

  • Capacity: 75,167Opened: 1975Tenants: Portland Breakers, New Orleans Night, Tulane Green Wave footballWikipedia

Teams

Every pro team in New Orleans. Tap for schedules, overlaps, and away trip ideas.

New Orleans SaintsNFL · Caesars Superdome
New Orleans PelicansNBA · Smoothie King Center

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Where to stay

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French Quarter

As the historic heart of New Orleans, the French Quarter offers an iconic and lively atmosphere with abundant restaurants, bars, nightlife, and cultural attractions.

Transit:
The French Quarter boasts a good transit score and is served by RTA buses, as well as the Canal Street, Riverfront, and Rampart/St.
Venues:
Caesars Superdome (via short transit/walk), Smoothie King Center (via short transit/walk)
Check New Orleans hotel pricesFrench Quarter on Booking.com

Garden District / Uptown

For those seeking a more tranquil and picturesque experience, the Garden District and Uptown offer historic mansions, oak-lined streets, and a residential feel.

Transit:
The St.
Venues:
Yulman Stadium (via St. Charles Streetcar), Caesars Superdome (via St. Charles Streetcar and/or bus connection), Smoothie King Center (via St. Charles Streetcar and/or bus connection)
Check New Orleans hotel pricesGarden District / Uptown on Booking.com

Marigny / Bywater

These trendy and artistic neighborhoods offer a more local and bohemian vibe, known for their live music venues (especially around Frenchmen Street), jazz clubs, and colorful Creole cottages.

Transit:
The Marigny and Bywater are served by RTA buses.
Venues:
Caesars Superdome (via bus/streetcar connection), Smoothie King Center (via bus/streetcar connection), Fair Grounds Race Course (via bus/streetcar connection)
Check New Orleans hotel pricesMarigny / Bywater on Booking.com
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Current stay: 2026-11-06 to 2026-11-09 · 2 adults · 1 room

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