Many of the exclusive events will be for A-listers only, but plenty are open to public, too. Here's everything to know and a look at which celebrities will be here next week.

Remember when the power went out the last time New Orleans hosted the Super Bowl? We sure do. Why it matters: The pressure is on to prove that Entergy can keep the lights on for Super Bowl LIX at the Caesars Superdome and avoid another national embarrassment.

The sports world will focus on New Orleans for the Super Bowl on February 9. But this town, supremely experienced in throwing a party, has more in store than football.