From the bottom to the top, Kenner, La., is 5 miles long. But in between those 5 miles? Well, let’s just say there’s a lot of Louisiana in the middle of that. Kenner is sandwiched between the Mississippi River and Lake Pontchartrain, a southeast Louisiana landscape bursting with culture, history, and food!
If you’ve ever flown into southeast Louisiana, odds are you probably landed in Kenner at the sparkling Louis Armstrong International Airport. With more than 40 vendors, including boutiques, restaurants, and bars beloved in New Orleans, the options are a welcoming sign, confirming you’re bound to experience a taste of Louisiana before you ever pick up your luggage and head out our airport doors.
You can get wherever it is you’re going if you start and end your Louisiana adventure here. Kenner is only 14 miles from New Orleans and its alluring historic French Quarter and 69 miles from Baton Rouge.
Hungry? With a rich local and international restaurant scene, there’s an array of eateries sure to delight any palette or Louisiana craving. Start your mornings with beignets at Café Du Monde or nestle in at a local diner, because here the journey always lovingly begins and ends with ridiculously wonderful food. We take pride in everything we do here. Our goal is to make you fall in love with Louisiana and truly experience this charming place, like the locals do. Eat (and drink) your way through fresh seafood, po-boys, baked masterpieces, traditional Cajun dishes, authentic international fare, perfectly shaved snowballs, and endless culinary creations from all parts of the world without leaving Kenner.
With festivals to fishing piers, acres of immaculate putting greens, and even a Space Station, there’s plenty to do throughout the year in Kenner. Visit during Mardi Gras season to experience the purple, green, and glittery gold magic while watching the Krewe of Isis roll through or take in truly local “hometown” parades like the Driftwood Neighborhood Parade, the oldest in Louisiana, during Mardi Gras season. Take a turn at some sand volleyball at Coconut Beach, the largest sand sports complex in the United States—boasting 100,000 square feet of outdoor man-made beach, a full restaurant, and bar—where you can feel the amazing breeze roll through from Lake Pontchartrain and hang with the local krewe. Ready to roll the dice, play some slots, or make a bet? Kenner has you covered. Visit the exquisite new land-based Treasure Chest Casino to explore endless chances to win, along with unique restaurants and bars. There’s truly something for everyone.
The Pontchartrain Center, a 4,600-seat multipurpose arena, always has something going on, from Touch-a-Truck, offering up-close glimpses of helicopters, heavy-duty equipment, ambulances, etc., to bead shows, book shows, dinosaur encounters, and more. Kenner is also home to the brand-new 35,000-square-foot Game On Social Hub, boasting a spectacular laser tag arena, ax throwing, a full restaurant, bar, VIP interactive bowling, an arcade, and much more.
Venture closer to the Mississippi River side of things and see a show at Rivertown Theater, explore the Planetarium, MegaDome Cinema and Space Science Complex, shop in enchanting local boutiques like Tin Roof Boutique, take a stroll around the Historic Rivertown District, or eat fresh pasta from Gendusa’s. Don’t miss an up-close view of LaSalle’s Landing; located at the southernmost end of Williams Boulevard, at the foot of the levee, this was the site of the first boxing match. Keep an eye out for tugboats and water vessels cruising down the mighty Mississippi. Kenner also has a dog park, the only skate park in Jefferson Parish, and Louisiana’s first inclusive park, known as Misquez Park.
History and art abound in Kenner. With artscapes down the major thoroughfares of Vintage Drive and Williams Boulevard, you’ll be able to drive by or walk around massive art that’s been made and installed by local artists.
Annual events like the Food Truck Festival, Hispanic Heritage Festival, Crawfish Cook-Offs, Music and Movies in the Park, Saturdays in the Sand, and more, locals and visitors alike celebrate the spirit of Louisiana. Even in December, parades roll through with Mr. and Mrs. Claus arriving to launch Rivertown into the holiday season, snow and all.
From the River to the Lake, adventure awaits you and your whole krewe in Kenner. We can’t wait to be part of your Louisiana adventure.
Simply: Visit Kenner!
 Contact: Carolyn Barrett, CGMP, CHSP, Executive Director Experience the difference at Visit Kenner. Carolyn will handle all the details, from start to finish! 929-254-4363 | carolyn@visitkenner.us |
