WYES presents Morgus Madness
October 17, 2025 |
Let the ghoul times roll and celebrate Halloween with WYES! Whether you’re a fan of New Orleans’ own Morgus the Magnificent or just love all things spooky, join us for the 3rd Annual MORGUS MADNESS presented by Keesler Federal on Friday, October 17, from 7–10pm at WYES Studio. Tickets available at wyes.org/events. Tickets are only $45 in advance and $60 at the door and include entertainment, food from 25 restaurants, wine, beer and a spirited costume contest.
The event is inspired by Morgus the Magnificent, a fixture on local television beginning in 1959. The local icon was created and portrayed by Sid Noel Rideau, who died in 2020. His daughter, Natalie Rideau, will once again be a part of this year’s WYES fundraising event.
Guests will enjoy live music from The Consortium of Genius, a mad science-themed rock band, wine and beer, culinary creations from 25 local eateries, music from DJ BamBam, and more. Plus, no Morgus Madness celebration would be complete without a dash of mad science and plenty of style. Costumes aren’t required, but guests are encouraged to unleash their inner ghoul and take part in the costume contest starting at 8pm. Prizes will be awarded in three categories: Best Morgus Show Character, Best Couple and Most Creative Homemade Costume.
Participating restaurants/beverage sponsors include: Katie’s Restaurant • Byblos Restaurant • Dooky Chase’s Restaurant • Two Tony’s Restaurant • Sun Ray Grill Gretna • Juniors on Harrison • Zuppardo’s Family Market • Martin Wine Cellar • Sala NOLA • Theo’s Neighborhood Pizza• G’s Grille at Monkey Hill Bar • Swiss Confectionery, Inc. • Baker Maid • New Orleans Ice Cream• Casa Nola Limoncello • Opelousas Chicken and Seafood • Vaucresson Sausage Company • Liuzza’s by The Track • Beachcorner Bar and Grill • Cafe Navarre • Ember Indian Cuisine • Ralph’s on the Park • Angelo Brocato Ice Cream • Blue Line Sandwich Co. • Coca-Cola Bottling Company United • Second Line Brewing • Crescent Crown • Rommel’s Catering • Alma Cafe • Evamor Water • Community Coffee •Desi Vega’s • Station 6 and more!
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