• Exotic Animal Races – College Day

    Fair Grounds Race Course and Slots 1751 Gentilly Blvd, New Orleans, LA, United States

    This popular event welcomes College students, families and supporters to enjoy exotic races with camels, ostriches and zonkeys (zebra/donkey hybrid).!

    $19 – $45
  • Shorty Gras

    River City Ballroom and Plaza at Mardi Gras World 1380 Port of New Orleans Pl, New Orleans

    Experience the ultimate fusion of Mardi Gras spectacle and live music festival at Shorty Gras 2026. With a lineup rooted in New Orleans music culture including brass bands, funk, hip hop, and more, this 18+ event invites you to dress up, enjoy the Krewe of Freret parade floats, and dance the night away at a …

  • Clash of the Colleges – Twilight Racing

    Fair Grounds Race Course and Slots 1751 Gentilly Blvd, New Orleans, LA, United States

    We’re excited to welcome college students, fans and alumni to join us in their college gear for a fun night of races under the stars, followed by live music in the clubhouse (music act TBD)!

    $19 – $45
  • Shell-A-Bration

    Cajun Ballroom at the Louisiana Swamp Exhibit in the Audubon Zoo 6500 Magazine Street, New Orleans

    Come Shell-A-Brate with the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana (CRCL)! Shell-A-Bration is a high energy night in the heart of the Louisiana swamp where fresh oysters straight from the gulf, seafood prepared by Dickie Brennan and Company and local beer, wine and other beverages set the stage for a coastal celebration. Louisiana’s finest oyster farmers …

    $25 – $125