New Orleans & Global Festivals in February 2026

New Orleans offers a rich tapestry of events in February 2026. The Saenger Theater features "Water for Elephants" (saengernola.com?ref=yanuki.com), while the Jefferson Performing Arts Center showcases "A Chorus Line Teen Edition" (jpas.org?ref=yanuki.com). Musical performances include Nine Inch Nails and Katt Williams at the Smoothie King Center (smoothiekingcenter.com?ref=yanuki.com). Mardi Gras World hosts Shorty Gras (shortygrasnola.com?ref=yanuki.com), and Endymion Extravaganza takes place at Caesars Superdome (endymion.org?ref=yanuki.com).

Globally, February 2026 is packed with festivals. Maha Shivratri (February 15, 2026) is a Hindu festival observed with fasting and meditation. The Rio Carnival (February 13 – February 17, 2026) in Brazil features samba and elaborate floats. Goa Carnival (February 13 – February 17, 2026) offers a unique blend of Portuguese and Konkani cultures in India. Lunar New Year (February 17, 2026) is celebrated across Asia with family reunions and traditional customs. Other notable festivals include the Jaisalmer Desert Festival (January 30 – February 1, 2026) in India, the Surajkund International Crafts Mela (February 1 – 15, 2026) in Haryana, the Taj Mahotsav (February 18 – 27, 2026) in Agra, and the Khajuraho Dance Festival (February 20 – 26, 2026).

February 15, 2026.

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

A festival in India blending Christian and Konkani cultures.

February 17, 2026.

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