2025 - 2026 Competition Schedule

March 14- 2026

     Louisiana Governor's Games

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March 15 - 2026

     WNL Head-2-Head

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Hotels Near CCNA

Homewood Suits by Hilton West Bank, Gretna

3 Westbank Expressway, Gretna, LA 70053

Courtyard by Marriott New Orleans Westbank/Gretna

5 Westbank Expressway, Gretna, LA 70053

Holiday Inn Expres Harvey/Marrero by IHG

2433 Manhattan Blvd, Harvey, LA 70058

Towneplace Suites by Marriott New Orleans/Harvey/Westbank

1800 Central Blvd, Harvey LA 70058

Top kid-friendly activities in New Orleans include visiting the Audubon Zoo, Aquarium, and Insectarium, exploring City Park's attractions like Storyland and Carousel Gardens, and experiencing Mardi Gras World. Other popular options are a swamp tour, riding the streetcar, and eating beignets at Cafe Du Monde.

• Audubon Zoo: See animals in natural habitat exhibits, including a Cool Zoo water park section.
   
• Audubon Aquarium: Explore marine life, featuring a 60-foot touch pool with sharks and stingrays.
   
• Audubon Insectarium: Discover a variety of insects and other invertebrates.
   
• Swamp Tour: Take a boat tour to see wildlife like alligators in their natural wetland environment.
   

• City Park: A large park with numerous kid-friendly spots:
   
  • Storyland: A fairy-tale themed playground.
     
  • Carousel Gardens Amusement Park: Features 18 rides.
     
  • City Putt: An ADA-accessible miniature golf course.
     
• Audubon Park: Features playgrounds and a paved walking path under historic oak trees.
   

• Mardi Gras World: See how parade floats are made.
   
• Louisiana Children's Museum: Offers hands-on exhibits focused on literacy, health, arts, and STEM.
   
• The National WWII Museum: An interactive museum with exhibits suitable for older children.
   

• Streetcar Ride: Ride a historic streetcar to explore different neighborhoods.
   
• French Quarter: Walk through the historic district, see street performers in Jackson Square, and visit St. Louis Cathedral.
   
• Steamboat NATCHEZ: Take a boat ride on the Mississippi River.
   
• Cafe Du Monde: Try famous beignets and café au lait.