When it comes to Super Bowl parades, we don't usually see one until a team actually wins the game, but in New Orleans, they do things differently and that's a big reason why the city decided to hold a parade the day BEFORE the Super Bowl.

Super Bowl LIX festivities are in full swing in New Orleans ahead of the big game on Feb. 9. Why it matters: Follow us this week for updates as we party hop and go to the official NFL events. The big picture: The Kansas City Chiefs face the Philadelphia Eagles at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.

It's Super Bowl week in New Orleans, and those in town for the event have their pick of parties that comes with it. Why it matters: You don't need game tickets to find a way to celebrate in New Orleans when the NFL arrives for the city's 11th time hosting the big game.