As we close out Spring and move into Summer and Pride Month, we at Ambush want to start by thanking everyone who made the Gay Easter Parade (GEP) a huge success. This year we raised $14,748.16 for Food for Friends, a division of CrescentCare. Since 2003 the Gay Easter Parade has raised a total of $394,594.54 for Food for … [Read more...] about The 2025 Official Gay Easter Parade raises over $14,000 for Food for Friends!
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The LGBTLOL Queer Comedy Fest Returns to New Orleans
The LGBTLOL Queer Comedy Fest has announced its full schedule and lineup for its 4th annual festival, taking place Thursday, May 29 to Sunday, June 1 in New Orleans. Bringing together over 50 of the funniest queer-identifying comedians from across the U.S. and Canada, this year’s festival isn’t just a gut-busting showcase of LGBTQIA+ talent and humor — it’s a powerful, … [Read more...] about The LGBTLOL Queer Comedy Fest Returns to New Orleans
Queer Arts as Resistance
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.
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.
Obituary: Marilyn McConnell
Marilyn Celeste McConnell died under hospice care at St. Anna's at Lambeth House on Saturday, March 30, 2025. She was 91 years old. Marilyn was born in 1933 to Mary Celeste Dossel McConnell and Milton Hayes McConnell. After graduation from Hillsborough High School, Marilyn received her R.N. from Orange Memorial Nursing School. She later earned her bachelor's degree in … [Read more...] about Obituary: Marilyn McConnell
Who and What I’m Following During This Stupid Coup
Beginning on November 5 and until late January, I felt an intense need to ignore the news media, social media, and any other media that might remind me of what was coming. It was too much. It was overwhelming. It still is, but I’m not looking away anymore. I’ve noticed that many mainstream news outlets and legacy media (e.g. The New York Times, The Washington Post, the PBS … [Read more...] about Who and What I’m Following During This Stupid Coup
Fire at American Townhouse
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
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
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
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
