One of the greatest things about living in New Orleans is the abundance of celebration and events. Being a New Orleans-centric company, we at Compucast see each and every event as a chance to celebrate our heritage and come together as a team. After all, what better way to work together to promote New Orleans than to actually take part in all its glory?

This year, our team celebrated Independence Day with true New Orleans grace and style.

Each year, the Riverfront Marketing Group throws its annual “Go 4th on the River” Fourth of July Event. If you have never heard of it, let us tell you it is truly a sight to see. Ranked 5th “must see” fireworks display in the US by the American Pyrotechnic Association, the Dueling Barges Fireworks Extravaganza draws hundreds to the New Orleans Riverfront. Set to patriotic tunes simulcast on local radio stations, barges painted the sky with gorgeous fireworks, dubbed “A Symphony in the Sky.”

Since we are a sponsor of the event, our team was very lucky to take it all in at a special celebration atop the Westin Hotel. Surrounded by red, white and blue regalia, drinks, and the most decadent dessert bar you’ve ever seen, we were able to take in the fireworks on a balcony overlooking both the river and the city. There was even a special rendition of “God Bless America” by the one and only Amanda Shaw (performed solo).

After all of the “ooohs” and “ahhhs,” the Compucast team stayed behind a bit to reflect, (as well as wait out traffic). We are so proud of our city, and had the greatest time celebrating both New Orleans and our nation.