Modern-Day Voodoo in New Orleans: Hidden Rituals and Real Magic. Voodoo in New Orleans isn’t just a thing of the past—it’s alive and thriving today. Rooted in African traditions and blended with Catholicism, modern-day voodoo still plays a powerful role in the city. From hidden altars in the French Quarter to sacred rituals in the bayou, practitioners continue to perform ceremonies for healing, protection, and even revenge. Many still visit Marie Laveau’s tomb, seeking her guidance, while whispe

Hector Retamal has witnessed the mysterious voodoo rituals of Haiti first-hand, capturing the communities’ deep reverence for the afterlife. | VICE