48th Southern Decadence Sets New Records: Over 275,000 Participants, $380 Million Economic Impact, $12,700 for Charity The numbers are in for the 48th Annual Southern Decadence Celebration of LGBT+ Life, Music, and Culture that brought over 275,000 participants to New Orleans over Labor Day weekend 2019. With an economic impact around $380 million, this was one … [Read more...] about 2019 Southern Decadence Financial Report
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Felicia Phillips Named King Cake Queen XXVI, The Ruby Queen
Ambush Magazine and the Krewe of Queenateenas is proud to announce Felicia Phillips as King Cake Queen XXVI, the Ruby Queen, to reign over the 2020 Carnival Season. Felicia Phillips Named King Cake Queen XXVI Originally from Beaumont, Texas, Phillips majored in theater and then turned to the art of female impersonation at an early age. Her early titles include Miss Gay … [Read more...] about Felicia Phillips Named King Cake Queen XXVI, The Ruby Queen
The “Official” Dish December 17, 2019
Dear Ambush Nation, The holidays are here and another year is almost in the books. It’s been an amazing year! We are honored to be able to share with you, our readers, the news and highlights of our vibrant community on the pages of Ambush every other Tuesday. We would like to thank our readers for making 2019 a year to remember. From the King Cake … [Read more...] about The “Official” Dish December 17, 2019
The “Official” Dish December 3, 2019
Dear Ambush Nation, Holiday Season is upon us and we at Ambush are so excited for all of the holiday parties and events that are coming up in the next few weeks. If you’re looking for something fun to do during the holidays, be sure to check out our “Hot Happening” section! During the holidays, there is always something fun to do in New Orleans and along the Gulf … [Read more...] about The “Official” Dish December 3, 2019
All About the Fifth Annual NOAGE Gala… Plus Thanksgiving Event Info
The Fifth Annual NOAGE Gala, “NOAGE in the Enchanted Wood,” will be on Friday, November 22, 7:00-10:00pm at Audubon Nature Institute’s Cajun Ballroom (6500 Magazine St.). Tickets are available now at www.noagenola.org. New Orleans Advocates for GLBT Elders is a local nonprofit organization working to improve the lives of LGBT older adults through services, education, and … [Read more...] about All About the Fifth Annual NOAGE Gala… Plus Thanksgiving Event Info
The “Official” Dish November 5, 2019
Dear Ambush Nation, Thanks to everyone who made it such a successful Halloween weekend in New Orleans. Halloween New Orleans (HNO) did an amazing job with their weekend line-up of events. The venues were great as the Board of Trade hosted the Friday night black-tie event, and The Filmore hosted the Main Event Saturday. The HNO events ended with a Sunday tea … [Read more...] about The “Official” Dish November 5, 2019
Frenchmen Art and Books, the Young Fellaz Brass Band, and Colonization
Frenchmen Art and Books Storefront (Photo: Chris Leonard, Ambush Magazine) It’s been over three months now since a firestorm erupted over the arrest of musician Eugene Grant in front of the Frenchmen Art and Books shop on Frenchmen Street. Many were shocked at a video of NOPD officers arresting Grant in front of the store and soon a narrative developed in the local and … [Read more...] about Frenchmen Art and Books, the Young Fellaz Brass Band, and Colonization
The “Official” Dish October 22, 2019
Dear Ambush Nation, On behalf of everyone at Ambush, Happy Halloween! New Orleans is a town known for parties and elaborate costumes, and Halloween brings out the best of both. Check out the pages of this issue of Ambush for a list of all the “Hot Happenings” this Halloween weekend. And of course, this time of year features the big Halloween New Orleans … [Read more...] about The “Official” Dish October 22, 2019
The “Official” Dish October 8, 2019
Dear Ambush Nation, As we move into October both Election Day and Halloween are upon us. So before you begin to worry about your Halloween costume, make sure you vote! Exercising your right to vote is more important than a Halloween costume, just not nearly as sexy as that slutty pirate costume you are thinking of wearing. Election Day in Louisiana is … [Read more...] about The “Official” Dish October 8, 2019
The “Official” Dish September 24, 2019
Dear Ambush Nation, Are you over your Southern Decadence hangover yet? Do you wish Southern Decadence happened every weekend? Well, don’t worry as there are plenty of events over the holidays to keep you busy and entertained. If you’re someone who likes to plan ahead you can mark your calendar now for Southern Decadence 2020. Next year Southern Decadence will be from … [Read more...] about The “Official” Dish September 24, 2019
