Messina’s Catering & Events took on a new role at the 32nd annual Fidelity Bank White Linen Night on August 1, 2026, managing the festival bars along Julia Street and the VIP experience bar for the first time.
Founded by Arts District New Orleans in 1994, White Linen Night began as a gallery stroll inviting the public to explore contemporary art. It has grown into one of the city’s most anticipated summer traditions. This year, more than 20 galleries, museums and cultural institutions across the Warehouse Arts District presented exhibitions and special programming, while live music, outdoor art and local food and drinks brought the celebration into the streets.
For Messina’s, the evening meant serving guests in two distinct parts of the event: the bustling public festival and the VIP experience. We were proud to support a celebration that brings people into the Arts District and helps sustain its artists, galleries and creative businesses year-round.
White Linen Night joins French Quarter Festival, Satchmo SummerFest and the National Fried Chicken Festival among the New Orleans celebrations that have trusted Messina’s with their beverage operations. Each event brings its own setting and crowd, and our experienced team is ready to keep the bars running smoothly while serving guests responsibly. Learn more about Messina’s festival food and beverage management.
