Cultural & Arts Programs

Our cultural events celebrate the vibrant blend of languages, arts, music, and traditions that define our diverse community. From film screenings and concerts to lively discussions and special gatherings, each event is an invitation to experience the beauty of French and Creole heritage. Whether you're passionate about language, curious about art, or eager to connect with others, our events offer something for everyone.

Join us, there’s always something happening at AFNO!

Upcoming Events 


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Give Nola Day 2026

Give Nola Day 2026

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Support Alliance Francaise for Give Nola Day 2026! To make it easier, donors have the ability to make an online donation between April 28 and May 4.





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Festinema Junior: Petit Pays @ Prytania Theater

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Prytania Theater 5339 Prytania Street Uptown

A special screening of Petit Pays, a moving coming-of-age film set in Burundi during the early 1990s. Through the eyes of a young boy, the film captures the innocence of childhood slowly unraveling against the backdrop of political tensions and conflict. Both intimate and powerful, Petit Pays offers a poignant reflection on identity, memory, and the loss of innocence.





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Ciné-Club: La Vallée des Fous / Sailing Home

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Alliance Française New Orleans, 1519 Jackson Ave.

Jean-Paul Rouve shines in Xavier Beauvois’ classic and moving film about a man teetering on the edge who commits to sailing around the world





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Live Viewing Party of Eurovision Grand Finale

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New Orleans Jazz Museum

Join us for a lively Eurovision Grand Final viewing party at the New Orleans Jazz Museum on May 16 at 1 PM! Experience the world’s biggest music event with live performances, global flair, and community fun—free entry with registration.





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Family-Friendly French Happy Hour

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8210 Village Plaza Qt

If your in the Baton-Rouge area or have the afternoon free, come join us for a family friendly happy hour event at Pizza Byronz. There will be pizzas, wings, drinks, live music, and plenty of opportunities to converse and commune with other Francophones ! 





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Festinema Junior: Petit Pays @ Prytania Theater

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Prytania Theater 5339 Prytania Street Uptown

A special screening of Petit Pays, a moving coming-of-age film set in Burundi during the early 1990s. Through the eyes of a young boy, the film captures the innocence of childhood slowly unraveling against the backdrop of political tensions and conflict. Both intimate and powerful, Petit Pays offers a poignant reflection on identity, memory, and the loss of innocence.





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Wine Loire Valley Seminar

Wine Loire Valley Seminar

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1519 Jackson Ave.

Step into the refined world of French winemaking with a seminar dedicated to Loire Valley—home to some of the most elegant and expressive wines in the world.





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Latab Kréyol Louisiana Creole Table

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@ Alliance Française New Orleans

This community event is free and open to everyone, but donations to the Alliance Française are greatly appreciated to support our cultural and educational initiatives. Bring along some food or drinks to share, and join us for an evening of language, culture, and community. Join us for this free social and conversation table where you'll be able to practice your Louisiana Créole. Mèsi for the support!





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Café Pédagogique

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Alliance Française New Orleans, 1519 Jackson Ave.




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AFNO Board Meeting

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Rendez-vous with Rosary O’Neill and Rory Schmitt

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Alliance Française New Orleans, 1519 Jackson Ave.

New Orleans Authors Release Book on Baroness Pontalba’s Legacy





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Summer Session Open House

Summer Session Open House

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1519 Jackson Ave.

Join us at the Alliance Française Open House: Celebrating French Language and Culture in New Orleans





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Bastille Day 2026

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Alliance Française New Orleans, 1519 Jackson Ave.

Save the date !





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AFNO Board Meeting

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AFNO Annual General Membership Meeting

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Alliance Française New Orleans, 1519 Jackson Ave.




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AFNO Board Meeting

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Alliance Française New Orleans, 1519 Jackson Ave.




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AFNO Board Meeting

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Alliance Française New Orleans, 1519 Jackson Ave.




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Our Regular Events.


Les Rendez-Vous 1st Tuesdays Monthly

Our Rendez-vous are monthly gatherings that spotlight inspiring guests—artists, thinkers, and community leaders—who share their projects and stories linked to Francophone culture and local heritage.
Le Club de Lecture 2nd Thursdays Monthly

Our Club de lecture is a monthly book club that brings together readers to explore and discuss French literature, fostering lively conversations, ideas, discoveries, and cultural exchange.
Le Ciné Club 3rd Wednesdays Monthly

Our Ciné-club offers a monthly dive into French cinema, showcasing everything from timeless classics to new releases and sparking fresh perspectives on language, culture, and society.
Latab Kreyol 1st Saturdays Monthly

  Join us for this free social and conversation hour where you'll be able to practice your Louisiana Créole with creole artist and speaker Henry Barconey

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