The free outdoor concert series in the Botanical Garden featuring local Latin American artists and ensembles pays tribute to renowned Mexican American artist Enrique Alférez whose sculptures can be found throughout New Orleans. Tickets are free through a grant from The Helis Foundation.

Beginner workshops are perfect for you to grab your friends, grab a drink and come make tiny trees! We’re bringing the awesome art of bonsai out of the hedged in gardens and into the streets! Or at least into your favorite bars/breweries/pubs. Bonsai Bar is a night of fun you don’t want to miss. Learn …

Drink & Draw @ Okay Bar 1700 Port St, Wednesdays 7-9pm! Each evening will feature a model adorned with local designers' creations! There will also be an area to purchase these creations at the bar! We will provide some drawing supplies, but please bring some as well!! Suggested donation: $5 We are also looking for Models …

Sazerac House presents Cinful Nights, a wickedly fun new Halloween event running October 29 through November 1. This adults-only after-hours experience transforms the museum and distillery into a playground for grown-up trick-or-treaters. Let us tempt you with a night of wickedly good fun and deliciously spicy cocktails made with Fireball Blazin' Apple. Mischievous costumes are …

Step behind the scenes with the artisans who bring Sazerac’s legendary spirits to life. “Meet the Distiller” is an exclusive, hour-long experience that begins with a private VIP tour through the Sazerac House distillery and historic Apothecary. Guests will enjoy insider access, behind-the-barrel stories, and a rare glimpse into the craft and science of our …

Music lovers are invited to City Park for the popular Thursdays at Twilight concert series. Bring your friends and enjoy mint juleps and array of musicians indoors at the Pavilion of the Two Sisters (1 Victory Avenue, NOLA 70124). Admission is $15. Cocktails, wine, beer, soft drinks, water, and food available for purchase. No outside food, drink or pets …

A staged reading about the founding of Planned Parenthood Louisiana, with Lisa Shattuck and Dylan Hunter. A production of LETTERS READ. In 1984, Terri Bartlett moved to New Orleans to found Planned Parenthood Louisiana. For more than a decade thereafter, Bartlett fought tirelessly for reproductive rights in this state. This performance endeavors to serve as …

Forget everything you thought you knew about Baker Street. In this razor-sharp, darkly comic re-imagining, playwright Kate Hamill transforms Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s iconic detective duo into a pair of modern-day, female roommates navigating a post-pandemic world. Sherlock Holmes—brilliant, eccentric, and emotionally aloof—teams up with the pragmatic and empathetic Joan Watson. Together, they form a …

The New Orleans Jazz & Blues Market, a non-profit organization on a mission to bring the most talented, accomplished and passionate Jazz and Blues musicians to the stage, announced today that it will relaunch at 1436 Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard on Wednesday, October 1 with a star-studded music lineup featuring award-winning Jazz and Blues musicians from …

If comedy open mics went to open mics, this is probably the mic they'd go to. Hosted by Sable Levy, Nico Perez, and Jon Reynolds. Bartender Jenna and bar mascot Hi-Life the (Bearded) Dragon will also be in attendance. Come meet your favorite comic for the first time!

The annual Royal Luncheon takes place at noon on Friday as a perfect launch to the Krewe of BOO! weekend festivities. Features New Orleans Cuisine, Entertainment, Krewe Royalty and a Premium Cash Bar. 11:30am-12:30pm Cocktails (Premium Cash Bar with passed hors d'oeuvres) 12:30pm-2:45pm Lunch (Complimentary Wine Service) Immediately following lunch, join us for a second …

Dive into the delicious world of tropical cocktails in this immersive class that transports you from the heart of New Orleans to the sun-soaked islands of the Caribbean. This hands-on experience combines the artistry of mixology with the rich cultural heritage that defines tropical drinking traditions. Offered daily at 12:00 PM (limited capacity) $30 per …

42nd Annual Festival of the Lake to Benefit Our Lady of the Lake Church and School Festival Coincides with Our Lady of the Lake Parish’s 175-Year Celebration (Mandeville, Louisiana) – Festival of the Lake organizers announced today that some of Louisiana’s most popular musical acts will highlight the 42nd Annual Festival of the Lake at Our Lady …

Pontchartrain Conservancy is excited to offer community members the opportunity to attend a free showing of JAWS at the New Canal Lighthouse as part of New Orleans Recreation Development Commission’s fall Movie in the Park series. Gates will open at 6 p.m., with the movie starting at dusk. Community members are invited to come out …

Experience a night to remember with signature cocktails, a gourmet seated dinner, a live auction and an exclusive performance by Grammy Award–winning artist Nathaniel Rateliff plus special musical guests. Date: Friday, October 24, 2025 Location: The Civic Theater Time: 7:00 PM Attire: Hollywood Glam Cuisine generously provided by: Commander’s Palace, Donald Link, Copper Vine, Galatoire’s, Atchafalaya, LeBlanc …

Experience a night to remember with tasting experiences from cocktails to caviar featuring dishes served from New Orleans’ most celebrated restaurants, a live auction and an exclusive performance by Grammy Award–winning artist Nathaniel Rateliff plus special musical guests. Don’t miss this special evening bringing together filmmakers, celebrities, patrons, and industry leaders for an unforgettable night …

Forget everything you thought you knew about Baker Street. In this razor-sharp, darkly comic re-imagining, playwright Kate Hamill transforms Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s iconic detective duo into a pair of modern-day, female roommates navigating a post-pandemic world. Sherlock Holmes—brilliant, eccentric, and emotionally aloof—teams up with the pragmatic and empathetic Joan Watson. Together, they form a …

The New Orleans Jazz & Blues Market, a non-profit organization on a mission to bring the most talented, accomplished and passionate Jazz and Blues musicians to the stage, announced today that it will relaunch at 1436 Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard on Wednesday, October 1 with a star-studded music lineup featuring award-winning Jazz and Blues musicians from …

Costumes are encouraged at City Park Conservancy’s adults-only Halloween fundraiser that features unlimited Amusement Park rides and open beer bars. VIP Admission includes full open bar, seating in Storyland, and special treats. Tickets are $70 for VIP admission / $40 for general admission and Friends of City Park Members receive $3 off general admission tickets.

Friday, October 24, 2025  Krewe of BOO! is teaming up with ROCK & ROUGE for the first time in 2025, joining the annual Halloween parade krewe with the women's music and food festival at the Toulouse Theatre in a pre-parade party on Friday night. Come see headliners perform live on stage and get in the Halloween …

Tulane University cordially invites the citizens of New Orleans to an unforgettable cultural experience on Saturday, October 25, 2025: a day of silent cinema with live musical accompaniment by internationally acclaimed pianist and composer Donald Sosin, singer and percussionist Joanna Seaton, and premier klezmer fiddler, Alicia Svigals. The program features short films representing French, Italian, …

🎃🧟‍♂️ IT’S THRILLER TIME, NEW ORLEANS! 🧟‍♀️🎶 Register Now: https://tinyurl.com/yrju2j72 Flash Mob New Orleans is back with the 14th Annual Thriller Flashmob Workshop Experience 2025 – and classes kick off THIS SATURDAY! ✨ Learn Michael Jackson’s iconic “Thriller” choreography, explore the history of his legendary moves, and be part of secret flash mob routines leading …

The Society of Women Engineers’ Invent It. Build It. is an opportunity for students ages 10 - 18 to: Enjoy a networking breakfast with SWE members and industry professionals. Work on hands-on engineering activities. Meet students, STEM advocates, SWE members, and engineers in the local community that you can continue engaging with after the event. Participate in conversations …

Black Tech NOLA Creator + AI Summit is a one-day AI Summit , produced by NOLAvate Black, designed to explore how artificial intelligence can be used to protect, preserve, and power the cultural economy of New Orleans. Free and open to the public. Learn how to build with AI, try out some cool tech, meet employers …

Join us for Breakfast with Tiffany, an all-day celebration open to the public for the grand opening of M.S. Rau's latest exhibition: Treasures of Tiffany: Icons of American Design. The day begins with freshly brewed coffee at 9:00 AM, with pastries served throughout the day. Beginning at 11:00 AM, we will shift the mood and …

The morning of Saturday, October 25, 2025, New Orleanians must escape the zombie apocalypse that is upon us! ​Wear your bio-hazard suit, gas mask, zombie make-up, or other monster costume and join in the seventh annual New Orleans Zombie Run on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 9:00am for a zombie-infested 2-mile race through the Warehouse …

Arts Market New Orleans (AMNO) has served as a vibrant bi-monthly open-air market, providing a dynamic platform for local artists since 2007. Hosted on the last Saturday of every month at City Park’s Goldring/Woldenberg Great Lawn. The Art Market showcases the creations of 300 rotating art vendors from the Gulf South region. Enriched by native …

42nd Annual Festival of the Lake to Benefit Our Lady of the Lake Church and School Festival Coincides with Our Lady of the Lake Parish’s 175-Year Celebration (Mandeville, Louisiana) – Festival of the Lake organizers announced today that some of Louisiana’s most popular musical acts will highlight the 42nd Annual Festival of the Lake at Our Lady …

Reckless Son, written and performed by singer songwriter Matt Butler, was inspired by his journey performing over 100 concerts in jails and prisons across the country. Through a powerful combination of spoken word and song, Reckless Son humanizes the experience of the incarcerated by giving them voice and telling their stories. Turning a compassionate eye …

North America's largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre show is now playing in New Orleans, LA! Solve a hilarious true crime murder mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you …

Art for Autism 2025, hosted by the Easterseals Louisiana Chartwell Center, is an art gallery showcase that celebrates creativity and neurodiversity. The event features artwork created by our students on the autism spectrum, available for display and auction. All proceeds benefit our Arts Integration Program, providing art and music supplies, equipment, lessons, and therapy to …

OCTOBER 25, 2025 | 6:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome to join the spooky festivities of the annual Krewe of BOO! Halloween Parade rolling through the heart of downtown New Orleans the weekend before Halloween weekend. Featuring 3-D fiberglass and papier-mâché extravaganza of werewolves, ghosts, vampires, and other Halloween-themed monsters, the Krewe of BOO! floats are …

Experience Krewe of Boo like a VIP from the Renaissance Arts gallery right on the Krewe of Boo parade route - access to bar, food, & more! To coincide with their annual Day of Discovery, the Renaissance New Orleans Arts Warehouse District Hotel on Tchoupitoulas St. is hosting a Krewe of Boo Pre-Party & Watch-Party …

Forget everything you thought you knew about Baker Street. In this razor-sharp, darkly comic re-imagining, playwright Kate Hamill transforms Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s iconic detective duo into a pair of modern-day, female roommates navigating a post-pandemic world. Sherlock Holmes—brilliant, eccentric, and emotionally aloof—teams up with the pragmatic and empathetic Joan Watson. Together, they form a …

Costumes are encouraged at City Park Conservancy’s adults-only Halloween fundraiser that features unlimited Amusement Park rides and open beer bars. VIP Admission includes full open bar, seating in Storyland, and special treats. Tickets are $70 for VIP admission / $40 for general admission and Friends of City Park Members receive $3 off general admission tickets.

Following the Krewe of BOO! parade, krewe members and parade-goers join in the after-parade costume party “Monster Mash” featuring costume contests, drink specials, and live entertainment. ​Monster Mash offers both general admission (included in membership) and V.I.P. tickets which allows access to the private seated area with open bar. Doors open at 8pm with cash …

42nd Annual Festival of the Lake to Benefit Our Lady of the Lake Church and School Festival Coincides with Our Lady of the Lake Parish’s 175-Year Celebration (Mandeville, Louisiana) – Festival of the Lake organizers announced today that some of Louisiana’s most popular musical acts will highlight the 42nd Annual Festival of the Lake at Our Lady …

As part of our five-part, open-to-the-public event series, raise a toast to Southern craftsmanship in The Big Easy with G&G and Penelope Bourbon at The Chloe, featuring an afternoon of cocktails from Penelope Bourbon’s new mobile bar and shopping from Round Top Makers Market artisans. Retail Pop-Ups from: Coming soon

Audacious Nola presents: Vivacious Burlesque Experience: DEVIL’S NIGHT October 26, 2025 8pm showtime | 18+ "A new kind of thrill." - NY Daily News The 4th annual Vivacious Burlesque Experience: DEVIL’S NIGHT brings you an all new, high caliber Creature Feature, starring the Queen of Halloween, RedRum, alongside burlesque royalty, Willy LaQueue, for an explosive …