Gathering the Family

Location: New Orleans, Louisiana

2027 Ross Family Reunion

It's official — the millennial descendants of Isiam Varnado, Jesse Ross, and Celia Ross are bringing the family back to New Orleans, where we last gathered more than twenty years ago. Known for its vibrant culture, warm hospitality, and unique traditions, New Orleans is the perfect place to reconnect, reminisce, and create new memories together. Laissez les bons temps rouler!

Key Dates

• Reunion weekendFri Jul 9 – Sun Jul 11, 2027
• Registration deadlineJun 13, 2027

Weekend Schedule

• Mix & Mingle ReceptionFri Jul 9, 6–10PM · Hospitality Suite
• Family Chit & Chat BreakfastSat Jul 10, 9–11AM · Hilton Hotel
• Passing the Torch BanquetSat Jul 10, 6:30–11PM · Hilton Hotel
• Reunion PicnicSat Jul 10, 11AM–7PM · NOLA City Park (Pavilion, Story Land, Children's Museum)

Registration Fees

• Adults (18+)$75
• Children (6–17)$25
• Children (5 & under)Free

The banquet, picnic, and t-shirts are booked separately — see the order form emailed to the family for the full à la carte pricing.

Payment

We accept cash, check, money order, or Cash App ($Darnester Nora). Make checks and money orders payable to Ross Family Reunion and mail to:

Darnester Nora
3025 Acron Street
Kenner, LA 70065

2027 New Orleans Host Committee

• Darnester Nora(504) 912-1761
• Cheryl Julian(254) 289-7672
• Valarie Dickerson-Gray(770) 990-2518
• Kevin Ross

Have family photos for the Reunion Slideshow Memoir? Email them to therossfamilyreunion1@gmail.com.