StayLocal is Greater New Orleans’ independent business alliance. We create an environment for local businesses to thrive through research, education, and advocacy.

Celebrate the Season

With the holidays around the corner, it’s time to decide where to spend your gift-giving dollars and stock up for family gatherings.

Whether you’re hunting for a special ornament, a cozy meal, or everyday essentials, your choices matter.

Supporting local businesses isn’t just a feel-good gesture—it’s a powerful way to boost your community. Remember that when you choose to Shop Local:

Revenue recirculates at twice the rate;
Dollars spent generate twice the annual sales;
Money spent has four times the economic impact

all when compared to spending those same dollars at leading chain competitors.

See our ides for where to shop or celebrate with your family, friends, and community this holiday season here.

Find Eco-Friendly Businesses

New Orleans is home to a vibrant community of entrepreneurs who drive innovation—from green infrastructure companies to biodegradable products, our local businesses not only meet market demands but also champion sustainability.

StayLocal is shining a spotlight on those independent businesses repurposing material, reducing food waste in commercial kitchens, composting, reducing plastic waste and shrinking carbon footprints.

Graduates of our first cohort of the Business Sustainability Accelerator led by GREEN Hospitality Director Lucia Loposova include Petite Rouge Cafe, Southern Food and Beverage Museum, Acorn Cafe, Codey’s NOLA, Cafe Aquarius, Morial Convention Center, Tulane Hospitality, Docville Farm, Rebouche’s Cafe, Agave Mexican Restaurant and Urban Fork Corporation. The culinary leaders considered the environmental, social, and economic impacts of food waste in commercial kitchens during a six-hour training.

You can find more local, eco-friendly businesses in Greater New Orleans at staylocal.org/find.

Tap In for Construction News

The City of New Orleans has secured billions of dollars for infrastructure improvements citywide, including along key business’ corridors. As a community, we understand the long-term benefit that these improvements have for residents and businesses.

StayLocal has partnered with the Mayor’s Office of Community Development, RoadWorkNOLA and Dept. of Public Worksto provide support to businesses for any short-term impact which may experienced while sidewalks and roads are improved.

Find out how to sign up for email or text alerts to receive construction updates, learn the best online locations to look for project updates, and view StayLocal’s online Road Construction Resources for Businesses here.