Celebration in the Oaks
Access control and real-time ticketing built for one of New Orleans’ most beloved holiday traditions.

The Story
2021-2025
The Client
Celebration in the Oaks is City Park’s largest annual fundraiser, drawing over 185,000 visitors for a holiday light show and driving tour. The event is central to the park’s ability to fund ongoing maintenance and operations.



The Challenge
With thousands of cars passing through each night, the event needed a way to manage high-speed entry and prevent traffic bottlenecks. Live revenue tracking and ticket control were essential to avoid overcrowding and maximize impact.
The Results
WRSTBND processed 45,000+ cars with a real-time ticketing system that helped keep traffic flowing. Ticket reservations were managed digitally, and live reporting gave organizers visibility into attendance and revenue, contributing to record-breaking fundraising totals of $1.2 million in 2021 alone.

Event Stats at a Glance
185,000+ Visitors Welcomed
45,000+ Vehicles Processed
Over $1.2M Gross Revenue in 2021
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