Louisiana’s present-day distinction as the world’s incarceration capital is rooted in three centuries of history. Throughout this history, people in power have used systems of enslavement and incarceration to hold others captive for punishment, control, and exploitation. Black Louisianians have suffered disproportionately under these systems. Through historical objects, textual interpretation, multimedia, and data visualization, the …
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New Orleans native and beloved comedian Rosie Tran is back in her hometown to headline this special Thursday night show. The stand up comedian, writer, and actress has toured internationally, at comedy clubs, colleges, and overseas for the USO in Europe and the Middle East. Her podcast, Out of the Box Rosie, is a fun …
$20
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4 events,
Locals now have a brand-new way to enjoy New Orleans’ French Quarter this summer – on a rooftop pool in the heart of all the action, at New Orleans Marriott. The hotel is now offering a day pass through Resort Pass, perfect for locals that want exclusive access to the property’s new rooftop pool party (taking place … Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with a splash at Audubon Cool Zoo! Join us for the season's grand finale featuring all your Cool Zoo favorites! Cool Zoo Favorites: Drift down the 750-foot Gator Run lazy river, relax on sandy beaches, or enjoy the water cannons, curtains, and jumping jets. Alligator Splash Zone: Enjoy the huge alligator …
$38
Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with a splash at Audubon Cool Zoo! Join us for the season's grand finale featuring all your Cool Zoo favorites! Cool Zoo Favorites: Drift down the 750-foot Gator Run lazy river, relax on sandy beaches, or enjoy the water cannons, curtains, and jumping jets. Alligator Splash Zone: Enjoy the huge alligator …
$38
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Join us September 1-30 for an entire month of NEW vegan options all over New Orleans! During this time, restaurants throughout the NOLA area will feature special vegan menu items. Diners have the opportunity to go visit restaurants, enjoy meals, vote, comment, and post photos of the delicious vegan meals they have ordered. This month-long … Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with a splash at Audubon Cool Zoo! Join us for the season's grand finale featuring all your Cool Zoo favorites! Cool Zoo Favorites: Drift down the 750-foot Gator Run lazy river, relax on sandy beaches, or enjoy the water cannons, curtains, and jumping jets. Alligator Splash Zone: Enjoy the huge alligator …
$38
Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with a splash at Audubon Cool Zoo! Join us for the season's grand finale featuring all your Cool Zoo favorites! Cool Zoo Favorites: Drift down the 750-foot Gator Run lazy river, relax on sandy beaches, or enjoy the water cannons, curtains, and jumping jets. Alligator Splash Zone: Enjoy the huge alligator …
$38
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You're invited to the 3rd annual Sundays at Six concert series! On Sunday evenings in July (plus a bonus in August), John Calvin Presbyterian Church welcomes you to a free concert highlighting a different local musician or ensemble each week with a small reception afterwards to meet and greet the artists. Reception beverages for all …
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Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with a splash at Audubon Cool Zoo! Join us for the season's grand finale featuring all your Cool Zoo favorites! Cool Zoo Favorites: Drift down the 750-foot Gator Run lazy river, relax on sandy beaches, or enjoy the water cannons, curtains, and jumping jets. Alligator Splash Zone: Enjoy the huge alligator …
$38
Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with a splash at Audubon Cool Zoo! Join us for the season's grand finale featuring all your Cool Zoo favorites! Cool Zoo Favorites: Drift down the 750-foot Gator Run lazy river, relax on sandy beaches, or enjoy the water cannons, curtains, and jumping jets. Alligator Splash Zone: Enjoy the huge alligator …
$38
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Immerse yourself in a risqué adventure brought to life through enchanting performances from the most talented burlesque, drag and variety stars the city has to offer paired with unforgettable storytelling where your choices decide the fate of the evening's events. Whether or not our characters live happily ever after, a Chaotic Good Time is sure …
$20 – $50
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4 events,
Attention tattoo collectors! The event for you is here: Villain Arts is back for the Sixth Annual New Orleans Tattoo Arts Festival! Come to the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center for three exciting days of tattoos, vendors, entertainment, and much more. We have hundreds of artists present from across the country and a …
$1 – $40
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Le Petit Theatre will kick off our 108th season with our annual Curtain Call Ball on Friday, September 6, at 6:30 pm at Le Petit Theatre and Tableau restaurant. We hope you will join us for the party that St. Charles Avenue Magazine calls “the most entertaining gala of the year.” The evening will begin with cocktails …
$150 – $250
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5 events,
Locals now have a brand-new way to enjoy New Orleans’ French Quarter this summer – on a rooftop pool in the heart of all the action, at New Orleans Marriott. The hotel is now offering a day pass through Resort Pass, perfect for locals that want exclusive access to the property’s new rooftop pool party (taking place …
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Tony nominee Betsy Wolfe performs her one-woman cabaret *PANTS OPTIONAL at Le Petit Theatre for one night only! Betsy Wolfe can be seen in the hit musical & Juliet as Anne Hathaway where her performance was nominated for the 2023 Tony Award® for Best Featured Actress in a Musical. Previously, Wolfe starred as Jenna Hunterson, the title …
$15 – $75
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4 events,
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You're invited to the 3rd annual Sundays at Six concert series! On Sunday evenings in July (plus a bonus in August), John Calvin Presbyterian Church welcomes you to a free concert highlighting a different local musician or ensemble each week with a small reception afterwards to meet and greet the artists. Reception beverages for all …
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Join Us for the "Shop for Success Sale" and Empower Local Women! We're excited to invite you to the Dress for Success New Orleans "Shop for Success Sale," an opportunity to shop stylish, sustainable business and dress attire at reduced prices. This special event is open to the public, allowing you to refresh your wardrobe … |
8 events,
Cast & Blast presented by Visit Lake Charles and Garden & Gun, a sporting adventure in Louisiana. Visit Lake Charles joins G&G to host its seventh annual Cast & Blast event at Grosse Savanne Lodge. Experience two fishing outings followed by two morning hunts on the opening days of teal season. Throughout the weekend, guests will enjoy … Cast & Blast, presented Visit Lake Charles, a sporting adventure in Louisiana. Visit Lake Charles joins G&G to host its seventh annual Cast & Blast event at Grosse Savanne Lodge. Experience two fishing outings followed by two morning hunts on the opening days of teal season. Throughout the weekend, guests will enjoy delicious game dinners prepared by … Cast & Blast, presented by Visit Lake Charles, a sporting adventure in Louisiana. Visit Lake Charles joins G&G to host its seventh annual Cast & Blast event at Grosse Savanne Lodge. Experience two fishing outings followed by two morning hunts on the opening days of teal season. Throughout the weekend, guests will enjoy delicious game dinners prepared … Join Us for the "Shop for Success Sale" and Empower Local Women! We're excited to invite you to the Dress for Success New Orleans "Shop for Success Sale," an opportunity to shop stylish, sustainable business and dress attire at reduced prices. This special event is open to the public, allowing you to refresh your wardrobe … Join us in The Press Room for live music from a trio of New Orleans’ most talented instrumentalists who will set the perfect ambiance for your evening. Mark your calendar for every Friday and Saturday in September from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and sway to the sounds of NOLA’s own Or Shovaly Plus.
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Penny Dreadfuls: The Remarkable Rooming-House of Madame Le Monde by Tennessee Williams Slapstick and horror abound in this night of grotesque Tennessee Williams vignettes set against a macabre funhouse, with a cast of bizarre and zany characters. No one knows what the Madame’s got in store in this shock show from the most hilarious and …
$35 – $45
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8 events,
Locals now have a brand-new way to enjoy New Orleans’ French Quarter this summer – on a rooftop pool in the heart of all the action, at New Orleans Marriott. The hotel is now offering a day pass through Resort Pass, perfect for locals that want exclusive access to the property’s new rooftop pool party (taking place … Join Us for the "Shop for Success Sale" and Empower Local Women! We're excited to invite you to the Dress for Success New Orleans "Shop for Success Sale," an opportunity to shop stylish, sustainable business and dress attire at reduced prices. This special event is open to the public, allowing you to refresh your wardrobe … Join us in The Press Room for live music from a trio of New Orleans’ most talented instrumentalists who will set the perfect ambiance for your evening. Mark your calendar for every Friday and Saturday in September from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and sway to the sounds of NOLA’s own Or Shovaly Plus.
Free
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7 events,
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Frozen Sweets Festival (September 15th, 2024) in New Orleans, LA. The Broadside - 600 N Broad St. This festival combines unique and delicious frozen sweets with fun entertainment for the whole family. Guests can expect live music, circus entertainment, an ice cream eating contest, ice cream queen and king, food and craft vendors, and much more. …
$10
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You're invited to the 3rd annual Sundays at Six concert series! On Sunday evenings in July (plus a bonus in August), John Calvin Presbyterian Church welcomes you to a free concert highlighting a different local musician or ensemble each week with a small reception afterwards to meet and greet the artists. Reception beverages for all …
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3 events,
Join us in The Press Room for live music from a trio of New Orleans’ most talented instrumentalists who will set the perfect ambiance for your evening. Mark your calendar for every Friday and Saturday in September from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and sway to the sounds of NOLA’s own Or Shovaly Plus.
Free
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6 events,
Locals now have a brand-new way to enjoy New Orleans’ French Quarter this summer – on a rooftop pool in the heart of all the action, at New Orleans Marriott. The hotel is now offering a day pass through Resort Pass, perfect for locals that want exclusive access to the property’s new rooftop pool party (taking place … The Westbank Heritage Food & Music Festival is set to light up the Alario Center September 21-22, 2024, from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., with a weekend full of entertainment, food, and family fun. This year’s festival boasts an exciting lineup, headlined by the tantalizing Tamar Braxton, the legendary Con Funk Shun, and recognized rapper Boosie, along with performances …
Free – $75
Join us in The Press Room for live music from a trio of New Orleans’ most talented instrumentalists who will set the perfect ambiance for your evening. Mark your calendar for every Friday and Saturday in September from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and sway to the sounds of NOLA’s own Or Shovaly Plus.
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Join the Louisiana Children's Museum for Play Soirée, an unforgettable & festive night of fundraising. The museum's annual gala is essential to funding museum programming and expanding access to all children in our region. This special night will kick off with an award ceremony honoring Anne and King Milling and Tracy and Calvin Mackie with …
$125
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4 events,
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You're invited to the 3rd annual Sundays at Six concert series! On Sunday evenings in July (plus a bonus in August), John Calvin Presbyterian Church welcomes you to a free concert highlighting a different local musician or ensemble each week with a small reception afterwards to meet and greet the artists. Reception beverages for all …
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Join us at Hot Tin on Thursday, September 26, for an exclusive cocktail reception with Freddie Noe of James B. Beam! From 5:30-7:00 PM, enjoy tastings of new, limited-edition spirits, two expertly crafted cocktails, and passed hors d'oeuvres. Freddie will share stories behind the brand, giving you a rare opportunity to engage with one of …
$75
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3 events,
Join us in The Press Room for live music from a trio of New Orleans’ most talented instrumentalists who will set the perfect ambiance for your evening. Mark your calendar for every Friday and Saturday in September from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and sway to the sounds of NOLA’s own Or Shovaly Plus.
Free
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4 events,
Locals now have a brand-new way to enjoy New Orleans’ French Quarter this summer – on a rooftop pool in the heart of all the action, at New Orleans Marriott. The hotel is now offering a day pass through Resort Pass, perfect for locals that want exclusive access to the property’s new rooftop pool party (taking place … Join us in The Press Room for live music from a trio of New Orleans’ most talented instrumentalists who will set the perfect ambiance for your evening. Mark your calendar for every Friday and Saturday in September from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and sway to the sounds of NOLA’s own Or Shovaly Plus.
Free
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3 events,
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You're invited to the 3rd annual Sundays at Six concert series! On Sunday evenings in July (plus a bonus in August), John Calvin Presbyterian Church welcomes you to a free concert highlighting a different local musician or ensemble each week with a small reception afterwards to meet and greet the artists. Reception beverages for all …
Free
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New Orleans’ Best Drag Kings bring you an All Drag King All Vampire event inspired by our favorite movies like the Lost Boys and Near Dark.
$15
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2 events,
Join us in The Press Room for live music from a trio of New Orleans’ most talented instrumentalists who will set the perfect ambiance for your evening. Mark your calendar for every Friday and Saturday in September from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and sway to the sounds of NOLA’s own Or Shovaly Plus.
Free
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5 events,
Locals now have a brand-new way to enjoy New Orleans’ French Quarter this summer – on a rooftop pool in the heart of all the action, at New Orleans Marriott. The hotel is now offering a day pass through Resort Pass, perfect for locals that want exclusive access to the property’s new rooftop pool party (taking place … Join us in The Press Room for live music from a trio of New Orleans’ most talented instrumentalists who will set the perfect ambiance for your evening. Mark your calendar for every Friday and Saturday in September from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and sway to the sounds of NOLA’s own Or Shovaly Plus.
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Boys Town Louisiana along with community partners will come together to celebrate the talents and achievements of youth in their Family Home and Intervention & Assessment Programs. The program will also include the presentation of the "Spirit of Youth" award to community members who exemplify Boys Town's mission here in our local community.
$175
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BalletX, Philadelphia’s premier contemporary ballet, unites artistic innovation with technical excellence to forge new works of athleticism, emotion, and grace. Founded in 2005 and led by Artistic & Executive Director Christine Cox, the company has commissioned over 70 choreographers from around the world to produce 130 world premieres that are “fresh, inclusive, and connect to …
$35.00
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2 events,
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You're invited to the 3rd annual Sundays at Six concert series! On Sunday evenings in July (plus a bonus in August), John Calvin Presbyterian Church welcomes you to a free concert highlighting a different local musician or ensemble each week with a small reception afterwards to meet and greet the artists. Reception beverages for all …
Free
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