Advent/Christmas retreats, concerts and family activities in the archdiocese

NOV. 24

Archdiocese of New Orleans Spirituality Center, “Advent Retreat in Daily Life,” virtual. (504) 861-3254. Register by Nov. 24 at nolacatholic.org/asc or email [email protected]. Opening Dec. 3, 2-4 p.m.; closing, Dec. 21, 7-8:30 p.m. Donation, $40.

NOV. 25

Sailing with Santa, Steamboat Natchez, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Boarding time 10:45 a.m. Departs from Toulouse Street Dock. https://www.steamboatnatchez.com/cruises/holiday-cruise/sailing-with-santa.

Spanish Advent retreat, 4 p.m., Mary Queen of Vietnam, 14400 Peltier Dr., New Orleans

NOV. 26-28

St. Genevieve, 58203 Hwy. 33, Slidell, Advent Mission, “Won’t God Do It,” by Redemptorist Father Maurice J. Nutt, 6-7 p.m. each evening.

NOV. 26-DEC. 3

Friends of St. Alphonsus International Crèche Exhibit, St. Dominic Church, 775 Harrison Ave., New Orleans. Nov. 26 and Dec. 3, 2-4 p.m.; Nov. 27-Dec. 2, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free and open to the public. Donations can be made at gofund.me/82221b89e. More info, (504) 235-2931, (504) 906-4721 or email [email protected].

NOV. 26-JAN. 7

UNO Newman Center, New Orleans: Masses at noon. During Advent, each Sunday until Epiphany, a stable is placed near the tabernacle. The Three Kings, Mary and Joseph move closer each week.

NOV. 27-DEC. 4

St. Margaret Mary School, toy drive to benefit needy families in the Slidell area.

NOV. 28

Christmas Sip and Shop, complimentary cocktails while shopping for gifts, Nov. 28, 11 a.m.- 6 p.m., at The Cenacle at the Lake, 5500 St. Mary St., Metairie.

Archbishop Chapelle High School, Band Christmas Concert, 6 p.m. in the gym. Free. 8800 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie.

NOV. 29

Dove Market Holiday Shopping, 4-8 p.m., St. Scholastica Academy Gym, 122 South Massachusetts St., Covington. Free. 60-plus vendors, Santa pictures, food and drink, SSA Choir.

NOV. 29-30

Spanish Advent retreat, 7 p.m., Our Lady of Divine Providence, 8617 West Metairie Ave., Metairie. Led by Father Gilbert Walker.

NOV. 30

Catholic Women in Action, Advent Morning of Reflection (Northshore), 9-11 a.m., with Father Robert Cavalier celebrating Mass, and Marianite Sister Suellen Tennyson speaking on “In Our Experiences, God Shapes Us.” Mary Queen of Peace, 1501 W. Causeway Approach, Mandeville. Kathi Zimmerman, (504) 527-5794, [email protected].

St. Mary’s Dominican High School, Advent Evening of Reflection for alumnae and guests in Our Lady Queen of the Rosary Chapel, Aquinas Hall, 6-6:40 p.m. “Come Emmanuel! God Is With Us!” by Legionary of Christ Father Jeremy Lambert. Complimentary coffee at 5:30 p.m. Parking in school lot. $10 donation suggested. 7701 Walmsley Ave., New Orleans.

Mount Carmel Academy Chorale will raise funds for a trip to Carnegie Hall in New York City by hosting three, free concerts: Nov. 30, 7 p.m., St. Dominic Church; Dec.15, 6 p.m., John Calvin Presbyterian Church; Dec. 16, 6 p.m., Grace Presbyterian Church.

DEC. 1

St. Ann Church and Shrine, Christmas concert by Eric McCrary, 7 p.m. 3601 Transcontinental Dr., Metairie.

Mary Queen of Peace Church, “A Living Nativity,” 6-8 p.m., 1501 West Causeway Blvd., Mandeville. Walk illuminated campus, live scenes of Nativity story, with live animals and petting zoo, followed by music, treats and crafts in the parish center.

Spanish Advent retreat, led by Father Alex Guzman, 7 p.m., Northshore Pastoral Center, Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel, 4465 U.S. 190 East Service Road, Covington.

DEC. 2

Archbishop Chapelle High School, Breakfast with Santa, 8:30-10:30 a.m., 8800 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie. Pictures with Santa, games, crafts. $50 registration includes two adults and children. Register at www.archbishopchapelle.org/breakfast-with-santa.

St. Francis Xavier, Old Metairie Christmas Market, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. with over 100 vendors. SFX school yard and school building, 444 Metairie Road, Metairie. Free admission.

St. Peter Parish, Mom’s Morning of Reflection with guest speaker Christine Blow, “Creating a Eucharistic Home,” 9 a.m. Also, Family Praise and Worship in the church from 6:30-8 p.m. 125 East 19th Ave., Covington.

Holy Family, Luling, Breakfast with Santa, 9-10:30 a.m. Free, bring your camera! Light Up for Christ, 6 p.m., potluck dinner, outdoor tree lighting,  Christmas caroling. KC Council 9933.

Mount Carmel Academy, Breakfast with St. Nick, 9:30-11:30 a.m. in the gym on Milne Boulevard. Open to the public. Hot breakfast, games, arts and crafts, and photos with Santa Claus, for purchase by Loupe Photography. Admission: $10 in advance, $15 at the door; free for children under age 1. Advance tickets,  www.mcacubs.com.

Archbishop Shaw High School, Breakfast with Santa, 9:30 a.m.-noon in the school cafeteria. Kids 3 and under free; children ages 4-12 $10; adults $15. Register at https://tinyurl.com/yrj7ucba or call (504) 340-6727.

Brother Martin High School, Ladies of the Shield Holiday Home Tour. Patron party, 10:30 a.m.; home tour, noon-3 p.m. Five homes in Lakeview along with musical performances by the Crusader Band, a boutique and more. Further information and to purchase tickets, visit brothermartin.com.

St. Mary’s Dominican High School, 24th Breakfast with Baby Jesus, 10 a.m.-noon in Alumnae Hall. Alumnae Association hosts with Living Nativity by Dominican Drama Club, “Make a Craft” stations for children of all ages, photos with Santa, storytelling with Mrs. Claus, holiday songs with Dominican Choir and birthday cake. 7701 Walmsley Ave., New Orleans.

Pauline Books and Media, Christmas Party for Kids, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., celebrating the true meaning of Christmas and reliving the nativity story with costumes, carols, a Bible quiz and birthday cake for baby Jesus. Featuring St. Angela Merici Children’s Choir; story sessions at noon and 2 p.m. Daughters of St. Paul, 4403 Veterans Memorial Blvd., (504) 887-7631, email [email protected].

Cabrini Chamber Ensemble Christmas Concert, Christmas classics performed by the Cabrini choir and soloists, 7 p.m. in the Sacred Heart Chapel, 1400 Moss St., New Orleans. Free.

Santa’s Workshop, Ursuline Academy, 2635 State St., New Orleans, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Cost: $5.

Spanish Advent retreat, 9 a.m., Hispanic Apostolate, 2525 Maine Ave., Metairie, Father David Dufour.

Feast of Immaculate Conception and “Purisma”, 6 p.m., Our Lady of Divine Providence, 8617 W. Metairie Ave., Metairie

DEC. 2-6

All Saints Church, Advent Revival 2023: “Fallen But Not Broken.” Dec. 2, 5 p.m., The Revivalists. Dec. 3, 9 a.m., by Deacon Lawrence Houston. Dec. 3-6, 7 p.m., by Father Anthony Bozeman, 1441 Teche St. New Orleans. Free.

DEC. 3

Mother-Daughter Advent Day Retreat, for girls in grades 4-8 and their mothers, sponsored by Regnum Christi, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Register at ecydgirlsla.com/register. Bocamb Farm, 81495 Hwy.  437, Covington; (985) 807-5185.

National Shrine of Our Lady of Prompt Succor, 2701 State Street, New Orleans, Caroling in the Chapel, 3 p.m., Christ-centered, Christmas sing-along event by Ursuline Academy Choir.

Archdiocese of New Orleans Gospel Choir, An Evening of Praise and Worship, “Prepare the Way for the Coming of the Lord,” 5 p.m., Corpus Christi-Epiphany Church, 2022 St. Bernard Ave., New Orleans. Supported by the Office of Black Catholic Ministries. Free.

Caroling and Crèche Lighting Event, approximately 5:45 p.m. on the front lawn of Notre Dame Seminary, sponsored by the Clarion Herald and its NOLA Catholic Parenting writers and bloggers. Father Joshua Rodrigue, rector, will bless and light the outdoor crèche with seminarians. Cookies, refreshments and caroling. 2901 South Carrollton Ave., New Orleans.

DEC. 3-21

Archdiocesan Spirituality Center, Advent Retreat in Daily Life, Dec. 3-21 (virtual opening, Dec. 3, 2 p.m.; closing Dec. 21, 7 p.m.). Cost is $40. nolacatholic.org/registration; email, [email protected] or (504) 861-3254.

DEC. 4

St. Louis Cathedral Concert, 6 p.m., Benny Grunch and the Bunch.

Jesuit High School, Blue Jay Shop Christmas Shopping Event, 7 a.m.-4 p.m., first-floor conference room, MDS Building, New Orleans.

DEC. 4-6

St. Anselm, Madisonville, Advent Mission with Marianite Sister Judy Gomila, 7-8 p.m. each evening in church with opportunity for confession on Wednesday, Dec. 6. Free event.

DEC. 5

Mount Carmel Academy, Christmas Concert, 6 p.m., MCA Assembly Center. Variety of Christmas favorites and other works. Open to the public. Tickets at the door. MCA students, free with their I.D. 7027 Milne Blvd., New Orleans.

St. John Bosco Church, “The Fourth Cup and the Lamb of God,” presentation on the events of the Last Supper and the Paschal Sacrifice, by Mike Fulmer, 6 p.m., giving accurate definite definition of the “Lamb of God” and asking why the Catholic Church would offer Holy Eucharist at Mass in over 3,000 languages. 2114 Oakmere, Harvey.

DEC. 5-6

St. Mary Magdalen Church, Advent mission by Msgr. Kenneth Hedrick, 6:30-8:30 p.m. each evening. Msgr. Hedrick will speak on the dynamic relationship with Jesus rooted in the Eucharist inviting an encounter Christ in the Eucharist and prayer for loved ones to return to Jesus and his church. 6425 West Metairie, Ave., Metairie.

DEC. 6

St. Francis Xavier, Advent Evening of Prayer and confessions, 5-6:30 p.m. confessions in church; prayer with priests, 6:30 p.m. in St. Joseph Hall. Free to enter. 444 Metairie Road, Metairie.

Catholic Women in Action, Advent Morning of Reflection (Southshore), 9-11 a.m., with Father Andrew Gutierrez from Notre Dame Seminary celebrating Mass, and Marianite Sister Suellen Tennyson speaking on “In Our Experiences, God Shapes Us.” St. Francis Xavier Church, 444 Metairie Road, Metairie. Kathi Zimmerman, (504) 527-5794, [email protected].

St. Louis Cathedral Concert, 6 p.m., Josh Kagler & Harmonistic Praise Crusade.

DEC. 7

National Shrine of Our Lady of Prompt Succor, 2701 State St., New Orleans, Eucharistic adoration, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Archbishop Chapelle High School, Chorale Christmas Concert, 6 p.m. in the Barn (front of campus), 8800 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie.

Feast of Immaculate Conception and “Purisma”, 6 p.m. at Hispanic Apostolate, Metairie, and Immaculate Conception, 4401 7th St., Marrero; 7 p.m. at Divine Mercy, Kenner; Blessed Francis Xavier Seelos, New Orleans; and St. Clement of Rome, Metairie.

The Jefferson Chorale presents “O Magnum Mysterium,” a Christmas concert directed by Dr. Louise LaBruyère, 7:30 p.m., Good Shepherd Church, 5122 West Esplanade Ave., Metairie. Free and open to the public. Donations accepted.

DEC. 7-21

Loyola Marquette Theater, Patrick Barlow’s new adaption of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” its regional premiere, presented by Crescent City Stage. Evening performances Dec. 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 19, 20, 21 at 7:30 p.m.; and matinees Dec. 10, 16, 17 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets on sale at www.crescentcitystage.com or contact Mr. Newcomer at (917) 674-0753.

DEC. 8

St. Mary’s Dominican High School, annual Christmas concert featuring the band, choir and Jazz Band, 7 p.m., Sister Ambrose Reggio, O.P. Gym. Admission is free. 7701 Walmsley Ave., New Orleans.

National Shrine of Our Lady of Prompt Succor, 2701 State Street, New Orleans, Marian Feast of the Immaculate Conception, 5 p.m. Mass celebrated by Archbishop Gregory Aymond.

Sacred Heart of Jesus, Feast of Immaculate Conception, holy hour, noon to 1 p.m., for the intentions of priests and religious and a return to purity. Our Lady of Lourdes Shrine, 62135 Fish Hatchery Road., Lacombe.

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School, Choir Christmas Musical, 7 p.m., Kenner.

DEC. 8-9

Immaculee Ilibagiza, Retreat on the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, Dec. 8, 4-9 p.m.; Dec. 9, 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Mary Queen of Peace Church, 1501 West Causeway Approach, Mandeville. $57. Contact [email protected]. (985) 710-9585.

DEC. 9

Our Lady of Guadalupe Feast Day, 5 a.m., Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel – North Shore Pastoral Center, 4465 U.S. 190 East Service Road, Covington; 6 p.m., Our Lady of Divine Providence, Metairie.

St. Anselm, Madisonville, Breakfast with Santa, 8-11 a.m. in St. Joseph Hall. Breakfast and pictures with Santa. Free event.

Center of Jesus the Lord, Advent Day of Reflection, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., with guest speaker Father Sydney Speaks and music ministry by Peter Bianchini. Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, 1235 Louisiana Ave., New Orleans. (504) 529-1636.

Christ the King, Pancakes with Santa and Mrs. Claus from 9:30-11:30 a.m., presented by Christ the King Altar Society. Menu: pancakes, sausage, fresh fruit, milk, juice, coffee and a pancake toppings bar. $5, kids 3-13; $10, 13 and over; kids under 2 free. Advance sales only. Contact Rachel, (504) 931-2673. Proceeds benefit the ministry and the church. 535 Deerfield Road, Terrytown.

Christ the King, Christmas concert presented by Andy Hymel’s School of Music, 2 p.m. $10 per person; children under 3 free. Concessions sold, proceeds benefit Christ the King Church, 535 Deerfield Road, Terrytown.

Christmas Tree Lighting Mass, St. Christopher the Martyr Church,  4 p.m, 309 Manson Ave., Metairie.

Our Lady of Guadalupe Feast Day Mass, Bilingual Mariachi Mass, 4 p.m., with Dominican Father Emmanuel Solorzano, director of the Hispanic Apostolate, main celebrant. Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 411 N. Rampart St., New Orleans.

Cabrini Christmas on the Bayou, 1400 Moss St., New Orleans: Treasured family event begins with 6 p.m. prayer service, followed by the Living Nativity and performances by the Cabrini cheerleaders, Eclipse Dance Team and Chamber Ensemble on Moss Street. Arrival of Santa Claus on Bayou St. John. Free. cabrinihigh.com/christmas.

DEC. 9-10

St. Cletus, 3600 Claire Ave., Gretna: St. Cletus Catholic Daughters sponsor a display of Nativities in Jerome Hall, 1-6:30 p.m.; Dec. 10, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free.

Our Lady of Lourdes Drama Club, 345 Westchester Place, Slidell (school gym/cafeteria parking lot) from 6-7:30 p.m. Suggested donation $5 per vehicle.

DEC. 10

St. Matthew the Apostle, invites parishioners to bring the baby Jesus from their home Nativity to be blessed at the 9 a.m. Mass, 10021 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge.

New Orleans Symphony Chorus, performs Handel’s “Messiah,” 3 p.m., conducted by Steven Edwards with soloists Rad Jennings, Sakinah Davis, Kay Sherwood White, Tyrone Chambers II and Richard Hobson. Purchase tickets at the door or at symphonychorus.org. General admission is $25; student tickets are $15. St. Francis Xavier Church, 444 Metairie Road, Metairie.

The Jefferson Chorale presents “O Magnum Mysterium,” a Christmas concert directed by Dr. Louise LaBruyère, 3 p.m., St. Agnes Church, 3310 Jefferson Hwy., Jefferson. Free and open to the public. Donations accepted.

St. Margaret Mary Church, Christmas concert given by Northshore Community Orchestra, 3:30 p.m. in the gym. 1050 Robert Blvd., Slidell.

Immaculate Conception Church (Jesuits), Lessons and Carols, 5:30 p.m. 130 Baronne St., New Orleans.

St. Louis Cathedral Concert, 6 p.m., Holiday favorites presented by the Historic New Orleans Collection.

St. Andrew the Apostle Church, Christmas Caroling and Giving Drive, 6-8 p.m., front circle, 3101 Eton St., New Orleans.

Blessed Francis Xavier Seelos Parish, Our Lady of Guadalupe Feast, Church opens at 6 a.m.; 7 a.m., Mariachi Band and parishioners sing happy birthday to the Virgin of Guadalupe, followed by traditional folk dancing, breakfast, a dramatic play; 10:30 a.m., bilingual Mass and lunch. 3037 Dauphine St., New Orleans.

Our Lady of Guadalupe Feast Day, 4 p.m. Mary Queen of Vietnam, New Orleans.

DEC. 11

St. Scholastica Academy, Parent Advent Retreat, 8 a.m.-noon, St. Scholastica Academy’s chapel, 122 South Massachusetts St., Covington. Free.

Brother Martin High School, Chorus Christmas Concert, 6:30 p.m., Crusader Chorus performs Christmas carols and a variety of choral pieces. Visit www.brothermartin.com. Transfiguration of the Lord Church, 5621 Elysian Fields Ave., New Orleans.

St. Peter Parish, Advent Taize Prayer Service “Out of Darkness Into Light,” 6:30 p.m., by St. Peter Music Ministry at St. Scholastica Academy Chapel, 122 South Massachusetts St., Covington.

St. Louis Cathedral Concert, 6 p.m., Irma Thomas sings for the holidays.

Our Lady of Guadalupe Celebration, 7 p.m. procession at the Hispanic Apostolate, 2525 Maine Ave., Metairie, with Archbishop Gregory Aymond.

DEC. 12

Our Lady of Guadalupe Celebration, 6:15 p.m. rosary; 7 p.m. Mass. St. Clement of Rome, 4317 Richland at West Esplanade Avenue, Metairie. (504) 887-7821.

St. Andrew the Apostle Church, Advent Penance Service, 6:30 p.m. in the church, 3101 Eton St., New Orleans.

Our Lady of Guadalupe Celebration, 7 p.m. at Divine Mercy, Kenner and Immaculate Conception, 4401 7th St., Marrero.

DEC. 13

St. Louis Cathedral Concert, 6 p.m., Charlie Gabriel & Friends.

St. Francis of Assisi and St. Rita Parishes, present “O Come, O Come Emmanuel” Advent mission chamber concert, 7-8:30 p.m., presented by the St. Louis IX Art Society. Preached by Legionary of Christ Father Michael Luxbacher with music curated and directed by James Rosenbloom. St. Francis of Assisi Church, 631 State St., New Orleans.

DEC. 14

Brother Martin High School, Christmas Concert by the Crusader Band performing a variety of seasonal and symphonic pieces, 6 p.m. Visit www.brothermartin.com. In the Robert M. Conlin Gymnasium of school, 4401 Elysian Fields Ave., New Orleans.

St. Catherine of Siena Church, Christmas concert, 6:30 p.m., 105 Bonnabel Blvd., Metairie.

DEC. 15

St. Anselm, Sounds of the Season, 7 p.m. in church, then cookies and Santa following in St. Joseph Hall. Free event. 306 St. Mary St., Madisonville.

Divine Mercy Church, Light of the Stable: A Divine Mercy Christmas Spectacular, 6:30 p.m. with indoor concert, outdoor candlelight caroling and entertainment, pizza, jambalaya and sweet treats, s’mores station and cookie decorating and Christmas crafts for the kids. Featuring John Angotti and friends, Shannon Fried, Lorraine Hess, Kate Abreo. Free-will offering; divinemercyparish.org/lots. 4337 Sal Lentini Pkwy., Kenner.

Archbishop Chapelle High School, Kenner’s Christmas Village hosts performances by Chapelle Cheer, Hi-Steppers and Chapellettes, Kenner Heritage Park. Time TBA. Free.

St. Christopher the Martyr Parish and School, Christmas Night of Reflection, school gym, led by Deacon Phil McManamon at 6:30 p.m., 3900 Derbigny St.., Metairie.

Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church, free Christmas concert, “Peace on Earth,” 6:30 p.m., with a variety of musical genres from music ministers under the direction of Gregory Lambousy. Refreshments follow in the rectory. 146 Fourth St., Westwego.

DEC. 16

St. Hubert Parish, Breakfast with Santa, 8:30 a.m., includes breakfast buffet, hot cocoa, treats and more. Cost is $12 a child, $10 an adult. Church hall, 176 Anthony F. Monica St., Garyville. Venmo pre-registration as Friends/Family to @Aimee-Perret-1. Call Aimee Perret at (225) 229-2473.

St. Francis of Assisi, Annual Children’s Nativity Play and Parish Christmas Celebration, 5:30 p.m. following 4 p.m. Vigil Mass, 631 State St., New Orleans.

Jesuit High School, Blue Jay Band Christmas Concert & Social, 6 p.m., auditorium, 310 South Solomon St., New Orleans.

St. Anselm, Elf Night, 6-8:30 p.m., with games, movie, fellowship and more, in St. Joseph Hall. Free event sponsored by the CYO. 306 St. Mary St., Madisonville.

St. Mary of the Angels, Christmas party, 7-11 p.m., with $500 first-prize raffle. To reserve seat, call parish office, (504) 945-3186. 3501 North Miro St., New Orleans.

DEC. 17

St. Francis Xavier Church, Christmas concert by school choir, 3 p.m., free. 444 Metairie Road, Metairie.

St. Louis Cathedral Choir, Christmas concert, 5:30 p.m., followed by Caroling in Jackson Square at 7 p.m. Caroling will be televised on WLAE-TV; patioplanters.net.

St. Peter Parish, Regnum Christi Music Collective Advent concert in church, 6:45-8:30 p.m., 125 East 19th Ave., Covington.

St. Mary Magdalen Church, Christmas Concert by the parish music ministry, 7:15 p.m., in church, 6425 West Metairie Ave., Metairie.

DEC. 18

St. Louis Cathedral Concert, 6 p.m., Cameron Dupuy and the Cajun Troubadours.

DEC. 19

St. Martha Church, Celebration of the Nativity of Baby Jesus by the adult choir and St. Martha’s Parish School of Religion, 6:30 p.m. in church, followed by light refreshments in the hall. Free admission. 2555 Apollo Drive, Harvey

DEC. 19-26

St. James Major Church, Christmas Nativity Tour, 2-7 p.m. daily. Gentilly Knights of Columbus will have 75 different nativity displays from local and foreign artists. On Dec. 23, SJM School of Religion children will participate in a live nativity performance. 3736 Gentilly Blvd., New Orleans.

DEC. 20

St. Catherine of Siena Church, Advent confessions, 4:30-6 p.m., 105 Bonnabel Blvd., Metairie.

Daughters of St. Paul, “Come to Bethlehem,” Christmas concert, 6 p.m.  Jesuit High School Auditorium, General admission, $35, students (17 and under), $20. Tickets online, give.pauline.org. More information, (504) 887-7631. 4133 Banks St., New Orleans.

St. Louis Cathedral Concert, 6 p.m., The Zion Harmonizers.

DEC. 21

St. Margaret Mary School, Slidell, First graders present a Living Nativity and Tableau after the school Mass at 9:15 a.m. in church.

DEC. 22

Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church, “Sing of Christmas” concert, 6 p.m., by a professional choir with hymns and motets honoring the Lord’s coming at Christmas, including many familiar songs for people to sing along. Free. 1 Rectory Lane, Hahnville.

DEC. 24

Christmas Eve “Bonfire Adventure,” 2:30-9 p.m. The Bonfire Adventure Tour includes a seven-hour, round-trip, narrated transportation provided by Gray Line New Orleans, aboard a “sleigh of coaches” from the Toulouse Street Dock to view the bonfires that light the way for Papa Noel to bayou country, a tour of Destrehan Plantation, a Cajun Country dinner, and a souvenir. https://www.graylineneworleans.com/all/seasonal/christmas-eve-bonfire-adventure.

Christmas Eve “Bonfire Express” Tour, 4:45-9 p.m., by Gray Line New Orleans. Departs from the Toulouse Street dock.

Christmas Eve on the Steamboat Natchez, 6-9 p.m. with first dinner at 6 p.m., second dinner at 7:45 p.m. Optional dinner buffet, meals prepared fresh onboard. Cruise departs from the Toulouse Street Wharf behind Jax Brewery. Cocktails, beer, and wine options are available for purchase on board. Reservations required. Adults, $95; children 6-12, $44; Children 2-5, $22.25. https://www.steamboatnatchez.com/cruises/holiday-cruise/christmas-eve-jazz-cruise

DEC. 24-25

St. Louis Cathedral, Vigil Mass, 5 p.m.; Midnight Mass, celebrated by Archbishop Gregory Aymond; doors open at 11:15 p.m; Dec. 25, 9 and 11 a.m. Masses. 615 Pere Antoine Alley, New Orleans.

National Shrine of Our Lady of Prompt Succor, Christmas Vigil Mass, 4 p.m.; Christmas Day Mass, 9:30 a.m. 2701 State St., New Orleans.

Immaculate Conception Church (Jesuits), Christmas Vigil Masses, 4 and 6 p.m. No Midnight Mass. Christmas Day Masses, 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m. (no 7:30 p.m. Mass, confessions or devotions). 130 Baronne St., New Orleans.

Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, Dec. 24, regular schedule during the day. The Christmas Children’s Mass is at 4 p.m. and Midnight Mass at midnight is preceded by Christmas carols at 11:30 p.m. Dec. 25, Masses are at 7:30, 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. (Spanish). 411 North Rampart St., New Orleans.

St. Alphonsus Parish, Christmas Vigil Mass, 4 p.m., Christmas Day Masses, 8:30 and 10:30 a.m., all at St. Mary’s Assumption Church, 923 Josephine St., New Orleans.

St. John the Baptist Church, Christmas sacred music precedes the 4 p.m. Vigil Mass; Dec. 25, 9:15 a.m., 1139 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., New Orleans.

St. Patrick Church, Christmas prelude music begins at 11:30 p.m., followed by Traditional Latin Midnight Mass, “Missa Sancti Alberti” by Joseph Leopold Eybler with orchestra; and “O magnum mysterium” by Tomas Luis de Victoria; Dec. 25, 9:15 a.m., Latin Low Mass with carols; 11 a.m., sung Mass. 724 Camp St., New Orleans.

DEC. 25

Christmas Day “Jingling through the Crescent” Tour, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Gray Line New Orleans, departs from Toulouse Street Dock. Also runs from Nov. 24 through Jan. 1, 2024.

DEC. 31

New Year’s Eve Gala, Steamboat Natchez, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Departs from Toulouse Street Dock. Visit https://www.steamboatnatchez.com/cruises/holiday-cruise/new-years-eve-celebration

DEC. 31-JAN. 15

Father Jose’s Little Town of Bethlehem, The late Christ the King pastor Father Jose Ladra’s small nativity collection has grown to over 300 pieces with tradition proudly continued in honor of Altar Server Society’s former director Linda Smith, who passed away in March. Open for viewing in church before and after all Masses. Also, call to arrange viewing at (504) 361-1500. 535 Deerfield Road, Terrytown.

DEC. 31-JAN. 1

Immaculate Conception Church (Jesuits), (Holy Family) Masses 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.; 7:30 p.m. Jan. 1 (Solemnity of Mary) Mass at 7:30 a.m. and noon (no Vigil Mass). 130 Baronne St., New Orleans.

JAN. 1, 2024

National Shrine of Our Lady of Prompt Succor, Marian feast of Mary, Mother of God, 9:30 a.m. Mass. 2701 State St., New Orleans.

JAN. 5-7, 2024

National Shrine of Our Lady of Prompt Succor, Triduum of Preparation for the Solemnity of Our Lady of Prompt Succor, Jesuit Father Anthony McGinn, presider and presenter. Jan. 5, 5 p.m.; Jan. 6, 11:30 a.m.; Jan. 7, 9:30 a.m.  2701 State St., New Orleans.

JAN. 6, 2024

National Shrine of Our Lady of Prompt Succor, “Music of New Orleans Concert,” 7 p.m., Shrine Centennial kickoff event featuring Sarah Jane McMahon, Tim Laughlin, Jim McCormick, Lulu and Jesse Reeks. 2701 State St., New Orleans.

JAN. 8, 2024

National Shrine of Our Lady of Prompt Succor, 209th Solemnity of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Mass of Thanksgiving, 4 p.m. Archbishop Gregory Aymond, presider; Jesuit Father Anthony McGinn, homilist. 2701 State St., New Orleans.