Under The Gaydar

It’s Mardi Gras time in New Orleans and that means beads, balls and, of course, parties galore.  Here are just some of the hot events in February. If you want your event listed, send me an email at ledgemgp@gmail.com.  Weekly Events Monday: ·        NOAGE New Orleans Walking Group; Audubon Park; 6500 Magazine St, New Orleans; 4pm. NOAGE’s … [Read more...] about The Official Gay Mardi Gras Guide (February 2026 Event Calendar)

I recently took a very large bite out of the Big Apple on a quick long-weekend trip to New York, a special birthday gift to myself. I absolutely love this fabulous city for countless reasons—from the shopping and Broadway to the gay scene, the restaurant scene, and the endless fun to be found everywhere in between. My friend Jeff Mallon and I flew out mid-morning on Thursday … [Read more...] about Ambush on the road: New York

Well, we’ve made it to another year.  Happy 2026 all! We are looking forward to all the good things the New Year will bring, so let's get started.  Here are just some of the hot events in January. If you want your event listed, send me an email at ledgemgp@gmail.com.  Weekly Events Monday: ·        NOAGE New Orleans Walking Group; … [Read more...] about Under the Gaydar (January 2026 Event Calendar)

Ho Ho Ho!  Happy Holidays in the Big Easy.  This is the season of giving (and receiving). There are so many things to do that will jingle your bells and make you merry, Mary! Here are just some of the hot events in December. If you want your event listed, send me an email at ledgemgp@gmail.com.  Weekly … [Read more...] about Under the Gaydar (December 2025 Event Calendar)

There are so many things to be thankful for living in the vibrant city of New Orleans. With so many parties, festivals, shows and fundraisers in the month, one can never get bored.  Here are just some of the hot events in November. If you want your event listed, send me an email at ledgemgp@gmail.com.  Weekly Events Monday: ·        … [Read more...] about Under the Gaydar (November 2025 Event Calendar)

I consider myself fortunate to have the opportunity to travel for work, which allowed me to attend the World Education Conference (WEC) in St. Louis, MO, this year. This event, organized by Meeting Professionals International (MPI), is particularly significant to me as I serve on the Gulf States Chapter Board. Founded in 1972, MPI was established to create a supportive … [Read more...] about Ambush on the Road – St. Louis, Missouri

October has things that go bump in the night and on the dance floor.  From parties and fundraisers to festivals and parades, this month is one of the best months in NOLA for events.  Here are just some of the hot events in October. If you want your event listed, send me an email at ledgemgp@gmail.com.  Weekly Events Monday:  ·      … [Read more...] about The Official Gay Halloween Guide (October 2025 Event Calendar)

September starts where Southern Decadence ends in NOLA.  Here are just some of the hot events in September. If you want your event listed, send me an email at ledgemgp@gmail.com.  Weekly Events Monday: ·         NOAGE New Orleans Walking Group; Audubon Park; 6500 Magazine St, New Orleans; 6pm. NOAGE’s weekly walking group meets on … [Read more...] about Under the Gaydar (September 2025 Event Calendar)

Let’s get Decadent!  It is Southern Decadence in NOLA and it is like an adult Pride.  There are so many events happening this month, many in conjunction with the Decadence celebration.   Here are just some of the hot events in August. If you want your event listed, send me an email at ledgemgp@gmail.com.   Weekly Events Monday: ·        … [Read more...] about Official Southern Decadence Event Guide (August 2025 Event Calendar)