Spring is now in full force, but no matter the season, New Orleans is a fabulous place to have fun. Here are just some of the hot happenings in May to put on your “Gaydar.” If you want your event listed, send me an email at ledgemgp@gmail.com. Weekly Events Monday: * SAGE New Orleans Walking Group; Lafitte Greenway; Rainbow Plaza by on Norman C. … [Read more...] about Under the Gaydar (May 2022 Event Calendar)
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Drag Queen Profile: Vanessa Carr Kennedy
Where are you originally from? I am originally from New Orleans. Born and raised How did you end up in New Orleans? I was raised in New Orleans but moved to California after graduating from Xavier University in May 1986. I moved back to New Orleans in 2001. How long have you been doing drag? This is a good question. Prior to meeting … [Read more...] about Drag Queen Profile: Vanessa Carr Kennedy
The 2022 Southern Decadence Press Party Highlights
The 2022 Southern Decadence Press Party was recently held at the Bourbon Pub/Parade. Grand Marshals Rikki Redd and Dany Girl announced this year’s theme as “Jazz. Burlesque. Decadent. New Orleans.” The official colors are red and gold—red because it’s the Grand Marshals’ favorite color and gold because this year marks the 50th anniversary of Southern … [Read more...] about The 2022 Southern Decadence Press Party Highlights
2022 Legislative Session Targets LGBTQ+ Rights
The Louisiana Legislature is back in session and as usual, LGBTQ+ rights are under attack. Conservative North Louisiana legislators have filed a number of anti-LGBTQ+ bills. The New Orleans delegation in Baton Rouge and Democratic Governor John Bel Edwards are the only lines of defense against the repressive legislation. New Orleans representatives have … [Read more...] about 2022 Legislative Session Targets LGBTQ+ Rights
The 21st Annual Official Gay Easter Parade is ready to roll Easter Sunday at 5:30 p.m.
The 21st Annual Official Gay Easter Parade is scheduled to roll Easter Sunday, April 17th at 5:30pm. The parade will consist of numerous carriages, walking groups and convertibles. The Gay Easter Parade started in 2000 in New Orleans as a fun way to showcase the fashion and creativity of the entire LGBTQ+ community with ladies in gowns or summer suits with … [Read more...] about The 21st Annual Official Gay Easter Parade is ready to roll Easter Sunday at 5:30 p.m.
Bartender Spotlight
Whenever I travel, I love visiting gay bars in other cities. And one of my favorite bars is very close to New Orleans in Gulfport, Mississippi. Sipps is a fabulous LGBTQ+ venue with a relaxing atmosphere, great events and some of the best bartenders. My bartender for the month of April is Jacob Simmons. Originally from Cleveland, Mississippi, Jacob has lived in … [Read more...] about Bartender Spotlight
Under the Gaydar (April 2022 Event Calendar)
April is a gorgeous time in New Orleans with so many great things to see and do. One noteworthy event is the Gay Easter Parade and the weekend of events that happen with it like Bunnies in the Big Easy and The Marigny Bunny Hop. Here are just some of the hot happenings in April to put on your “Gaydar.” If you want your event listed, send me an email at … [Read more...] about Under the Gaydar (April 2022 Event Calendar)
Drag Queen Profile: Coca Mesa
Where are you originally from? How did you end up in New Orleans? Terrytown, LA, but I reside in NOLA. How long have you been doing drag? Since the year 2000. How did you select your drag name? Collecting Coca-Cola memorabilia. Do you hold any titles? If so, which ones? Southern Decadence Grand Marshal XLIII, 2017 plus Miss New Orleans America, 2004. … [Read more...] about Drag Queen Profile: Coca Mesa
The Official Dish on the Gay Easter Parade
Dear Ambush Nation, The Gay Easter Parade is back! After a long 2 year wait, Easter Parade Grand Marshals James Garner of the Golden Lantern and Dominique DeLorean of Oz will finally get their parade! Picked as Grand Marshals in 2020 they will lead the 21st Annual Gay Easter Parade this year on April 17th at 4:30 pm. Each year, the Parade is used as a … [Read more...] about The Official Dish on the Gay Easter Parade
Drag Queen Profile: Debbie with a D
Where are you originally from? How did you end up in New Orleans? I am originally from Baltimore (shoutout to SweetSpotBaltimore!) but I’ve been here in New Orleans for 11 years. The first time I visited New Orleans was in 2010 to help move my (at that time) ex-boyfriend to New Orleans. We were still friends and I volunteered to drive his moving truck with him from Baltimore … [Read more...] about Drag Queen Profile: Debbie with a D
