Ambush Magazine

The Official Gay Magazine of the Gulf South™

Announcements

Queer Arts as Resistance

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The Louisiana Queer Arts Festival will take place June 5-8 in multiple locations throughout New Orleans, and will feature art exhibitions, an artists’ fair, two panel discussions, and film screenings. All events are free and open to the public. Produced by the LGBT+ Archives Project of Louisiana (AP), Louisiana Queer Arts (LQA) will officially launch at that organization’s … [Read more...] about Queer Arts as Resistance

The 24th Annual Official Gay Easter Parade is ready to roll Easter Sunday at 4:30 p.m.

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The 24th Annual Official Gay Easter Parade is scheduled to roll Easter Sunday, April 20 at 4:30pm.  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 Easter Hats and … [Read more...] about The 24th Annual Official Gay Easter Parade is ready to roll Easter Sunday at 4:30 p.m.

Fire at American Townhouse

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The New Orleans Fire Department responded to a fire early this morning at American Townhouse, 1012 N. Rampart Street. The fire broke out around 2:30am in the kitchen at the rear of the building. The second alarm fire was under control within an hour.  The bar was closed at the time and there were no injuries. According to NOLA.com, an earlier fire occurred on the exterior … [Read more...] about Fire at American Townhouse

Malaysia Walker and Will Antill Named 2025 Gay Easter Parade Grand Marshals

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Malaysia Walker and Will Antill will lead the 2025 Gay Easter Parade. Malaysia Walker was born and raised in Jackson, Mississippi, who now resides in New Orleans, Louisiana, and is very familiar with many obstacles faced by the transgender communities throughout the South. Her passion for equality, respect, and acknowledgement of the issues faced in the LGBTQIA+ community … [Read more...] about Malaysia Walker and Will Antill Named 2025 Gay Easter Parade Grand Marshals

Rawhide Closes Temporarily / New Manager Wanted 

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On Friday, March 14, Rawhide employees showed up to work to find the locks on the door had been changed. The bar has been closed since then. Contrary to speculation (much of it on social media), the bar has not been sold or closed permanently. Owner Tom Wood plans to reopen Rawhide as soon as possible. When asked why he shuttered the bar, Wood said, “lack of suitable help and … [Read more...] about Rawhide Closes Temporarily / New Manager Wanted 

Come Sail Away

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Calling all Caribbean Queens, Kings, and Allies; VACAYA is offering a tropical adventure on the Royal Caribbean’s Brilliance of the Seas.  This 2025 Caribbean Cruise will sail seven magical nights roundtrip from The Big Easy, returning to New Orleans just in time for the biggest party in the world – Mardi Gras!   Guests getting off the cruise can enjoy a … [Read more...] about Come Sail Away

Announcing King Cake Queen XXX—Athena Jewelle, The Phoenix Queen

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Ambush Magazine is pleased to announce that Athena Jewelle will reign as King Cake Queen XXX over the Krewe of Queenateenas. Jewelle will reign as The Phoenix Queen. Jewelle was truly shocked when she was informed of the decision. “I never thought I would ever be a King Cake Queen,” she said later. The remark is characteristic of her. Normally introverted and shy, … [Read more...] about Announcing King Cake Queen XXX—Athena Jewelle, The Phoenix Queen

Tower Grove Pride + Krewe of Armenius

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In many ways the cities of New Orleans and St. Louis has been considered sister cities for many reasons.   Although I would not say they are twins, but they do have a multitude of similarities starting with both are tied together by the Mississippi River which makes both cities ideal stops for the river cruise lines. Both cities were founded before the birth of the … [Read more...] about Tower Grove Pride + Krewe of Armenius

Integrity Health and Wellness and New Orleans Lambda Center Launch “SOBER 4 TODAY” Initiative at Southern Decadence 2024

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New Orleans, LA – August 27, 2024 – As Southern Decadence, one of the largest LGBTQ+ events in New Orleans and the United States, approaches this weekend, Integrity Health and Wellness, a local and holistic primary care practice, in collaboration with the New Orleans Lambda Center, the LGBTQ+ recovery clubhouse, is proud to announce the launch of the "SOBER 4 TODAY" initiative. … [Read more...] about Integrity Health and Wellness and New Orleans Lambda Center Launch “SOBER 4 TODAY” Initiative at Southern Decadence 2024