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Official Southern Decadence Event Guide (September 2026 Event Calendar)

August 27, 2026 By Tony Leggio

It is Southern Decadence and things are heating up on the streets, in the clubs, bars and restaurants and at special events all around the city.  Here are just a  few of the hot happenings during Decadence and the rest of the month of September. If you want your event listed, send an email to ledgemgp@gmail.com. 

Monday:

·         NOAGE New Orleans Walking Group; Audubon Park; 6500 Magazine St, New Orleans; 6 p.m. NOAGE’s weekly walking group meets on Mondays at 6:00 PM at the Magazine Street entrance to Audubon Zoo. They start walking promptly at 6:00, so be sure to arrive a few minutes early.  Please consult with your primary care physician before beginning any new fitness regimen, especially if you are not used to regular exercise. PLEASE NOTE: The walking group will be AUTOMATICALLY CANCELED in the event of inclement weather.

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·        Cooking with Monica: The Golden Lantern; 1239 Royal St., New Orleans; 5 p.m. Come enjoy delicious food cooked by Monica every Monday at 5 p.m. and stay and enjoy cocktails with her till her shift ends at 2 a.m. 

·        Betsy Propane Smoke Show; The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 7  p.m. Betsy Propane & The Accessories are a Jazz Trio fronted by a female lead singer, who dabbles in the Ancient Art of Bump & Grind, and wants to share those powerful pipes through song & performance.

·        LAZY SUSAN KARAOKE: Oz New Orleans; 800 Bourbon St.; 8:30 p.m. – 1 a.m.  Mondays are, once again, a DRAG! See your favorite Queens! Sing your favorite songs! GET WEIRD! With a rotating cast of drag hosts. 

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·        Almost Naked Karaoke: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 9:30 p.m. Sign up & sing from 9:30pm till midnight-ish to compete! More karaoke after winner is announced. You vote and decide on who wins! (nudity optional).  Suggested donation $5 – $10

 Tuesday:

·        Trivia Night: Crossing NOLA; 439 Dauphine St.; 7:30 p.m. 5 Rounds of Ten Questions Plus a Bonus Round; Prizes for 1st, 2nd & Last Place; $3 Wells & Domestics til 8PM; Kitchen Open til 10PM. Call the Bar at (504) 523-4517 to Reserve a Table

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·        George’s Tuesday Night Trivia; George’s Place; 860 St. Louis St., Baton Rouge; 7 p.m. Come play trivia every Tuesday with a different theme each week.

·        No Judgment Karaoke at Good Friend’s: Good Friend’s Bar; 740 Dauphine St.; 8 p.m. – midnight.  Come enjoy karaoke with fabulous hosts and a chance to win great prizes.

·        Big Easy Stompers Line Dancing: Okay Bar; 1700 Port St.,  3300 Royal St.., New Orleans.; 8 – 11  p.m. The Big Easy Stompers have free dance classes every Tuesday. They have been giving dance classes to the LGBTQ+ community and general public. Classes are $10. All are welcome and beginners are welcome.

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·        Weekly Pool Tournament; Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave., New Orleans; 8 – 10 p.m.  The Phoenix Pool Tournament is every Tuesday night! $5 buy in, winner takes all. Drink specials begin at 7pm.

·         Slow Jam Tuesday; SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave. Gulfport, MS; 8 p.m. to close.  Slide into Tuesday the easy way with chill vibes, smooth throwback tunes & cold drinks! Happy Hour 4PM–6PM. Kyle behind the bar ALL NIGHT! Come out and enjoy Big Gay Trivia with Tara Shay Montgomery.

·        Open Talent Night: Oz New Orleans; 800 Bourbon St., New Orleans; 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. Hosted by Debbie with a D.

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Wednesday:

·        Showtunes Sing-A-Long; Bourbon Pub & Parade; 801 Bourbon St.; 8 – midnight.  With VJ Brendan Thompson.  Grab a Cocktail and Sing – A – Long to some of your all time favorites.

·        No Judgment Karaoke; Cafe Lafitte in Exile; 901 Bourbon St.; 8 p.m. – midnight. Come sing your heart out at the oldest Gay Bar in New Orleans.

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·        Line Dancing with Miss Honey Sparkles: The Original Nite Cap; 1300 St Bernard Ave, New Orleans.; 8 p.m. Every Wednesday we are boot scootin’and no partner required!! Join us for Line Dancing Night with Miss Honesy Sparkles and leave your two left feet at the door (or bring ’em, we’ll get you sorted out)! Happy Hour 5:30pm – 7pm. Line Dancing 8 – 10 p.m.  

·        Karaoke Night: SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave. Gulfport, MS; 8:30 p.m. Come join Dakota Goldman behind the bar for happy hour from 4-6pm, then stay for karaoke with Caleb Cuevas at 8:30 til 11:30!

·        Wednesday Night Variety Show: The Page; 542 N. Rampart St., New Orleans.; 9:15 p.m. Hosted by Simone Rishard. $5 entry fee and drinks specials all night. 

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·        The Ladies of Oz Show Night; Oz New Orleans; 800 Bourbon St.; 9:30-11:30 p.m. Featuring the Ladies of Oz and DJ Tim Pflueger.

 Thursday:

·        PFLAG New Orleans Expanding the Rainbow: WHIVFM.org; 9 a.m. Check out this fabulous radio show every Thursday at 9 a.m. with Frank and Sally and special guests from the LGBTQ+ community. 

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·        Karaoke at Pub: Bourbon Pub & Parade; 801 Bourbon St.; 7 p.m. – midnight.  Sing your heart out every Thursday upstairs at the Parade. There will be a different special host each week. Choose from over 30,000 songs.

·        The Van Ella Bordella: A Storyville Burlesque; The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 8 – 9:30  p.m.  The Van Ella Bordella, New Orleans’ Storyville spectacle, features an all new show, original music, and courtesans. Limited seating. Join Madam Lola Van Ella and her courtesans for an evening of decadent delights and Victorian era brothel history. For tickets, go to  www.eventbrite.com.

·        QUEERS OF COMEDY New Orleans: Oz New Orleans; 800 Bourbon St.; 8 p.m. A group of queer comedians performing comedy together.

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·        Terrioke: Le Caberet; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans; 10 p.m.  Come sing karaoke with Terri Aqui.  

·        Oz Strip Off: Oz New Orleans; 800 Bourbon St., New Orleans; 10 p.m. – midnight.  Come enjoy the Oz Strip Off contest sponsored by Swiss Navy. Contestants in this male go-go competition can win $300 in cash and prizes for 1st Place.  

Friday:

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·        Drag Bingo: The Roundup; 560 Heinburg St., Pensacola, FL; 6:30 p.m. Special Guest Host Alexis Milano pulls balls and hands out great prizes. 

·        Whiskey & Rhinestones: The Original Nite Cap; 1300 St Bernard Ave, New Orleans. 7 p.m. Created by Bella Blue, this show has been serving up sequins, sass, and old-school charm since 2016. Featuring a rotating cast of local and out of town performers each week so no 2 shows are ever the same!

·        Trixie Minx’s Burlesque Ballroom at The Jazz Playhouse: Royal Sonesta; 300 Bourbon St.; 7 and 9 p.m. shows. A modern spin on a classic 1960’s Bourbon Street Burlesque Show with a rotating cast of soloists all performing classic strip tease to live music, bringing quality Jazz & Burlesque back to its original home on Bourbon Street. Get tickets at  www.eventbrite.com

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·        Freaky Fridays: Oz New Orleans; 800 Bourbon St., New Orleans; 8 p.m.  Ivy Dripp and JoJo host “FREAKY FRIDAYS ,” a show that celebrates glam and horror! Join us for this variety show spectacular!

·        Bayou Blues Burlesque: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10:30  p.m. Tickets available at  eventbrite.com  and at the door.  An intimate night of live blues music accompanied by burlesque and variety acts. Drink specials by your bartenders and comfy seating to enjoy the art of the strip tease. Music by The Delta Revues Burlesque by Miss Oops C. (AKA Oops the Clown)

·        Karaoke Night @ Sipps: SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave. Gulfport, MS; 9 p.m. – midnight.  Come sing your heart out.

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·        Fab Fridays Show Night: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. Get ready for the fabulous Bombshells of Baton Rouge, plus a surprise special guest each week!  Hosted by Miss Thing. $4 well drinks before 11.

·        The Famous Corner Pocket New Meat Contest; The Corner Pocket; 940 St. Louis St.; 10 p.m.  (Boys dancin’ from 7 p.m.). The country’s longest running all-male amateur dance contest (over three decades!) Hosted by Corner Pocket Emcee Felicia Phillips, former Southern Decadence Grand Marshal.  Bring your sexiest, skimpiest, and tightest undies (but no jockstraps) for a chance at a cash prize of $100 ($200 if it’s your first time in our contest). Open to all contestants over 21. New dancers encouraged.

·        That’s Drag: The Golden Lantern; 1239 Royal St.; 10 p.m. Come out and enjoy a great show with Haus Contraire. 

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·        Guys Night Fridays: Oz New Orleans; 800 Bourbon St., New Orleans; 10 p.m, Dance the night away at New Orleans’ #1 Gay Dance Club with DJ Tim Pflueger 15 X Winner GAA “DJ of the Year” / Adam Joseph / Orlando Ricardo. THE OZ GO-GOs DANCING ON THE BAR ALL WEEKEND!

·        Friday Night Drag: George’s Place; 860 St. Louis St., Baton Rouge; 11 p.m. Join us Fridays Nights @georgesplacebr for the area’s best drag entertainers.

Saturday

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·        Drag Brunch @ the Country Club: Country Club; 634 Louisa St.; 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Enjoy delightful Drag performances and a delicious brunch! Reservations can be made at  opentable.com

·        LGBTQIA+ Youth Drop Inn Nights: New Orleans Pride Center; 2762 Orleans Ave., New Orleans: 3 – 5 p.m. Every Saturday from 3-5pm, LGBTQ+ youth (ages 13-24) can join us at The Pride Center for different activities including movies, arts, journaling, and more! FREE to attend!

·        Drag Me To The Lantern: The Golden Lantern; 1239 Royal St.; 10 p.m. Vanessa Carr Presents a Mama Honey Production.

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·        Dance Bitches Dance: Oz New Orleans; 800 Bourbon St., New Orleans; 10 p.m. Dance the night away at New Orleans’ #1 Gay Dance Club with DJ Tim Pflueger followed by DJ Adam Joseph or DJ Orlando Ricardo

·        Show Night: SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave.; Gulfport, MS.; 11:30 p.m. Come check out the fabulous Nicole DuBois and a rotating cast of drag performers each week. 

Sunday

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·        Drag Brunch @ the Country Club: Country Club; 634 Louisa St.; 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Enjoy delightful Drag performances and a delicious brunch! Reservations can be made at  opentable.com

·        Morning Worship: Metropolitan Community Church of New Orleans; 5401 S. Claiborne  Ave.; 10 – 11 a.m.  Our worship services are best described as “Blended”.  We recognize that many of our congregants come from different religious and spiritual backgrounds.  We strive to incorporate elements from those various backgrounds so that all can feel a little more connected to our services.

·        Solemn High Mass; St. Anna’s Episcopal Church; 1313 Esplanade Ave.; starts at 10:30 a.m.  We are a diverse congregation and our slogan is “All are welcomed. None are shunned.” Our worship style is ornate with deep ritual yet it remains warm and inviting. We are also kid and pet friendly. A real community church, St. Anna’s welcomes all members of the LGBTQ+ community.

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·        WigSnatchers Drag Brunch: Marigny Brasserie; 640 Frenchmen St. , New Orleans; 12 – 3 p.m. Hosted by Cosette LaFemme and Mistie Bonét. Come enjoy performances while you start the day with a plate of New Orleans, a drink in hand, and a safe space to have fun and express yourself. Email  marigny.brasserie@kfkgroup.com  to inquire about special event offers and group pricing of parties of 5 or more

·        Trash Disco & Historic Napkin Toss; Cafe Lafitte in Exile; 901 Bourbon St.; 1 – 10:30 p.m. Come dance the night away at one of the best places to end your weekend of fun, Lafitte’s in Exile, home of the world-famous napkin toss that happens every Sunday between 8:30 and 10 p.m.

·        Sing-A-Long Sundays: Bourbon Pub & Parade; 801 Bourbon St.; 4 p.m. – midnight. Join Gay Appreciation Award Winner VJ Brendan for Sing-A-Long Sundays.

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·        Vanessa Carr: The Golden Lantern; 1239 Royal St., New Orleans; 3 – 5 p.m.  Come see Vanessa Carr Kennedy sing your favorite songs.  

·        The PlayGirlz Show: The Golden Lantern; 1239 Royal St.; 5 – 7 p.m. Come out and enjoy the show featuring Gia GiaVanni and special guests each week.

·         Zingo!; The Corner Pocket; 940 St. Louis St.; 6 p.m. Zingo! with the boy’s pullin’ the balls. Can you say, O 69? Come play to win fabulous prizes and bar tabs (free to play). Corner Pocket Emcee Felicia Phillips, former Southern Decadence Grand Marshal hosts.

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·        SIPPS Drag Bingo: SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave.; Gulfport, MS.; 7 p.m.  Come play bingo for great prizes every Sunday.

·        Drag Bingeaux; Oz New Orleans; 800 Bourbon St.; 7 – 9 p.m.   Hosted by Ivy Dripp with go-go boys.  11 games, no cover.  

·        The Opulence Hour: Maison; 508 Frenchmen St.; 8 – 9 p.m.  Every week there will be a different show filled with decadent costumes, extravagant aesthetics, and big moods from our rotating cast of entertainers. For tickets, go to  www.eventbrite.com

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·        Lipstixx Ladies on Parade; Bourbon Pub & Parade; 801 Bourbon St.; 8 – 10 p.m.  Hosted by Miss Aubrey Synclaire.  Showtime 8pm Sharp!  Reservations accepted on a “first come first serve” at 504-529-2107.

·        The Ladies of Oz Show Night; Oz New Orleans; 800 Bourbon St., New Orleans; 9:30- 11:30 p.m. Featuring the Ladies of Oz and DJ Tim Pflueger.

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·        Freaklesque: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 7 p.m. Freaklesque is a cabaret of the strangest, silliest burlesque acts that our New Orleans performers have to offer. Prepared to be dazzled, confused, and horny all at once with all this weird sexy performance art. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.

·        AVANT HARDE: Outré Cabaret & Burlesque: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 9 p.m. Avant-garde, outrageous burlesque, drag & cabaret. Otherworldly delights & sensational sights. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.

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·        Burlesque Bingo with Lefty Lucy!: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 6 p.m. Chock full of fun facts, bad jokes, & striptease. Burlesque Bingo with Lefty Lucy is a whirlwind of wholesome good times blended with the cheeky sass of Burlesque!  Win prizes every round, including a New Orleans Gift Set. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.

·        Wet Jockey Shorts Contest: Corner Pocket; 940 St. Louis St., New Orleans; 10 p.m. Hosted by Felicia Phillips.

·        Wet Underwear Contest: Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave.; 9 p.m.  The Crescent City Leathermen’s Wet Underwear Contest. Kick off Southern Decadence with us Wed. 9/2/26. $100 cash prize for first place. Registration 9:30pm Contest 10pm

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9/3 – 9/4

·        Lust/Filth VIII Southern Decadence: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10:30 p.m. Experience displays of debauchery with works of art. Award-winning & nationally acclaimed professional perverts are traveling in from all over the country to showcase their signature styles and erotic expertise. www.PrettieBoi.com for Tickets    Day One New Cummers: — Bare witness to an eager load of New Cummers as they each share their homage to the obscene! Day Two, Royal Court of Lust Filth: Prepare to be blessed by our Royal Court of professional perverts as they present their HUGE…talents for your entertainment.

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·        Sniffies Cruising Revival; The Church at Hotel Peter Paul; 2317 Burgundy St., New Orleans; 6 – 10 p.m. Doors – 6 p.m.; Conversation 7 p.m.; Party 8 p.m.

·        DecaDance: The Friendly Bar; 2301 Chartres St., New Orleans; 7 p.m. Kick off Southern Decadence with this great dance party with DJ KP who is also celebrating a birthday.  

·        Chaotic Good Time – The Select-Your-Own-Adventure Burlesque & Variety Show: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 9:30 p.m. Immerse yourself in a risqué adventure brought to life through performances from burlesque, drag and variety stars paired with storytelling where your choices decide the fate of the evening’s events. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.  

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·        Dick In Cup: Oz New Orleans; 800 Bourbon St., New Orleans, 11:30 a.m. Hosted by Ivy Dripp and Lexis Redd D’Ville.  $1000 in cash and prizes.  

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·        HNO’s Southern Decadence Party at The Mardi Gras Museum ft. DJ Will Lowe: Mardi Gras Museum of Costumes & Culture; 318 North Rampart Street; New Orleans; 7 – 10 p.m. $40 includes full open bar. Kick off Southern Decadence weekend with Halloween New Orleans and an evening of music, dancing, cocktails, and DJ Will Lowe. Your ticket includes full admission to the Mardi Gras Museum (a $20 value). General Admission is $40 and includes a FULL OPEN BAR + admission to the Mardi Gras Museum! Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door. 

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·        Art by Candlelight: Breedlove Gallery; 536 Royal St., New Orleans; 7:30 – 10:30 p.m. The unveiling of Beau Ellis Breedlove’s newest collection “Masculine.” DJ Noah Alves and a hosted bar.  

·        A Spectacle of the Subversive: Poor Boys; 1328 St. Bernard Ave., New Orleans; 8 p.m. – midnight.  Suggested donation $25.  The New Orleans Radical presents this event that includes great music and the crowning of the new Prince of Perversion.  Costumes are encouraged – options include fantasy, fetish or nothing at all. 

·        STILL INTO U: Sapphic R&B Party Southern Decadence Edition: The O Bar; 141 North Carrollton Avenue, New Orleans. 9 p.m. Lipstick presents STILL INTO U: a sapphic R&B experience. R&B, good energy & WLW vibes all night. DJ Arie Spins, DJ Jess & DJ Shan Li are setting the mood all night. DJ Arie Spins • DJ Jess • DJ Shan Li. Registration at Eventbrite.com and entry at the door. 

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·        NOLA Pups and Handlers Beer Bust; Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave.; 9 p.m. – midnight.  Mix and mingle with NOLA Pups and Handlers club at their monthly beer bust social! $1 draft Bud Lite on the back patio.

·        September Birthday Bash: Sipps Gulfport;  2218 25th Ave, Gulfport, MS; 9 p.m. Calling all September birthdays! It’s time to celebrate at Sipps with a little Virgo vs. Libra showdown! Hosted by Nicole DuBois. Music by DJ T-Shay. Karaoke from 9 PM – Midnight. NO COVER! SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS: Celebrate with us and receive a complimentary bottle of champagne! (21+ only)

·        B-Day: Celebrating Beyonce’s Birthday: SPLASH NIGHTCLUB; 2183 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA.; 9 p.m. Presale tickets available now at SplashBR.com. Celebrate Queen Bey at Splash’s B-DAY: Beyoncé Night. DJ Ruff is taking over the dance floor with Beyoncé’s biggest anthems while Miss Thing, Odessa Savage and Sa’Ariyah Alexander bring Renaissance fantasy to the stage. 

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·        Psychedelic Speakeasy: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 10 p.m.  – midnight. Immerse yourself in a surreal evening of burlesque and performance art. Each month brings a new cast and a new show. Colorful and neon attire is highly encouraged!  RSVP REQUIRED: tick-ets@missaudacious.com or buy tickets at www.eventbrite.com

9/5

·        FROLICK WITH THE FEMMES 5k | Southern Decadence 2026: Wifey’s; 1943 North Rampart Street, New Orleans: 9 a.m. 2nd Annual Decadence Event | 5K + Afterparty $30 | Hydration + merch + after-party included! ALL PACES, anything-but-workout-wear | NOLA 9/5. Where the Femmes Frolick presents: Frolick With the Femmes 5K — an all-paces, all-femme 5K through the heart of New Orleans. Bringing women of all walks of life…sapphics, queer women, trans women, and women allies TOGETHER to frolic through the Quarter — in anything BUT workout wear! 5K begins at 9:00 AM (All paces welcome). Complimentary yoga class at 11:00 AM. Register on-line at Eventbrite.com

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·        NOAGE Coffee Talk; Virtual; 1631 Elysian Fields Ave.; 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.  (On Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/971171285). Moderated by Brian La Bella, LCSW. 

·        Daya Betty: Southern Decadence Drag Brunch: Bourbon Orleans Hotel; 717 Orleans Street, New Orleans.; 11 a.m. With special guest from RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 14 and All Stars 10, Daya Betty. Doors at 11AM; Showtime at 12PM. Hosted by Crystal Edge along with Debbie with a D, Laveau Contraire, and Vory Qua. Incredible breakfast buffet and bottomless mimosas available at the show. Tickets at Eventbrite.com

·        Decadence Puppy Brunch: Who Dat Café; 2401 Burgundy St., New Orleans; 11:30 a.m. Good boys get treats.  Come enjoy lunch at the Friendliest corner in the Marigny. 

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·        Make A Splash: A Southern Decadence Pool Party: Private Home; 2753 Bienville Ave., New Orleans, 12:00 – 4 p.m.  The Mystic Krewe of Amon-Ra is bringing Make a Splash — Southern Decadence Pool Party back. $20 donation at the door — includes food and drinks. Bring your swimsuit and grab your friends and SPF as Southern Decadence weekend gets into full swing. Every dollar of your $20 donation supports the krewe and the 2027 Ball. Pay at the door or donate at the payment link below – https://buy.stripe.com/aFacN5cFJgGq9929MJf7i09?fbclid=IwY2xjawT5gY9wZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMTZrbnk5eEJ4bHpZWUFOV1hzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeZsX_SwZxuqwibcGG6OU2a0K_Rm6ByU-e7D72tnXzcdKSRzf1pgOhaO7KCgQ_aem_xowjan-jPU4XrA4akbewwA. 

·        The Blue Velvet Revue: The Original Nite Cap; 1300 Saint Bernard Ave., New Orleans; 7pm. The Blue Velvet Revue revives a speakeasy era where rhythm and seduction spoke the same language. $20 cover

·        Grrl:SoDec – Southern Decadence for Queer Women: The Howlin’ Wolf; 907 South Peters Street, New Orleans: 8 p.m. – 1 a.m. One night, one floor, DJs, circus, burlesque, and everything in between. GrrlSpot is a night for queer women, femmes, and everyone who runs with us. DJs spinning until late, burlesque performances, go-go dancers, circus acts, and immersive projections throughout the night.  Tickets at Eventbrite.com and the door. 

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·        HORSE MEAT DISCO – SOUTHERN DECADENCE – NEW ORLEANS – 2026: Fillmore New Orleans; 6 Canal St., New Orleans; 9 p.m. – 3 a.m.  Horse Meat Disco returns to New Orleans for the 11th year with underground disco and classics. Tickets at Eventbrite.com

·        Slayyter Night: The Worst Girl in America: SPLASH NIGHTCLUB; 2183 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA.; 9 p.m. DJ Ruff is taking over the dance floor with Slayyyter anthems, dance hits and nonstop pop perfection while Miss Thing B. Savage and Champagne Pop bring the fantasy to the stage. Come dressed like Daddy AF. Get your pre-sale tickets now at SplashBR.com or at the door!

·        End of the Summer Foam Party: SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave.; Gulfport, MS.; 11:30 p.m. Music by DJ Dolla Bill. Get ready for a night packed with FOAM, drinks, dancing, great music, and all the Sipps craziness you can handle! 21+ — $5 Cover; 18–20 — $20 Cover. 

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·        Class: A Classic New Orleans Burlesque Show with a Twist!: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 10:30 p.m. Champagne and Showgirls are waiting for you at The Allways Lounge & Cabaret! Then after intermission, we turn up the heat, and reveal the twist! www.Prettieboi.com for tickets, also Eventbrite.com and at the door.

·        Secrets: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 11 p.m. A seductive mix of charm, heat, humor, and masculine energy. Doors open at 10:30pm, and by 11:00pm the fun begins—featuring irresistible performers, cheeky surprises, and a stage full of celebration. Tickets at Eventbrite or the door.

9/6

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·        Southern Decadence Parade: Golden Lantern; 1239 Royal Street, New Orleans; 3 p.m. A pre-parade show begins at the Golden Lantern starting at 2 p.m. with the parade beginning at 3 p.m.. and winding its way through the French Quarter.  

·        THE 10TH ANNUAL BETTE BATHHOUSE AND BEYOND: Southern Decadence Edition: Café Istanbul; 2372 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 9 p.m. Southern Decadence’s most delightfully outrageous event returns as producer Daniel Nardicio brings back Bette Bathhouse and Beyond, the immersive celebration inspired by Bette Midler’s legendary performances at New York City’s infamous Continental Baths. The event transports guests back to 1971, when a young Bette Midler first captivated audiences in a Manhattan gay bathhouse before becoming an international superstar. Acclaimed vocalists Seth Sikes and Tim Young recreate the magic, humor, and musical brilliance of those iconic performances in a series of live shows throughout the evening. This year’s celebration also features a special appearance by Jimbo, winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars, bringing their signature clownish chaos and larger-than-life personality to the festivities. To fully embrace the spirit of the Continental Baths, guests are encouraged to attend wearing only towels, bathrobes, or underwear. Attendees can BYOT (“Bring Your Own Towel”) or rent one onsite from DWorld staff for just $3. Legendary New York nightlife icon Johnny Dynell will keep the party moving with an evening of authentic “Bathhouse Disco” classics, while the Continental Go-Go Dancers add to the atmosphere.The evening will feature three live 20-minute performances starting at 10. And then, as they say, all Bette’s are off! Tickets at https://redeyetickets.com/events/the-10th-annual-bette-bathhouse-and-beyond

·        Burning Hell Burlesque: 7th Circle – A Decadent & Debaucherous Night: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 10:30 p.m. Immerse yourself in the after-dark world of rock star afterparties, dark rooms, and velvet goldmines, as our cast of Burning Hell Burlesque favorites brings their most debaucherous and spicy burlesque acts to the stage, set to a backdrop of rock, metal, and badass music. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door. 

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·        Jockstrap Lube Wrestling: A Tournament and Variety Show: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 10 p.m. Join us for a wild and exciting night of Jockstrap Lube Wrestling! Get ready to witness the ultimate showdown as participants battle it out in a slippery ring wearing nothing but their jockstraps. Show up between 9:45PM-10:45PM to get signed up and ready to wrestle! Wrestlers get in for free and are provided a jockstrap to wrestle in. The winner will receive $100. Whether you’re a fan of wrestling or just looking for a unique night out, Jockstrap Lube Wrestling promises to deliver an evening like no other. There will be drag, burlesque and lots of wrestling! Tickets at Eventbrite.com and the door. 

9/7

·        RuPaul’s Plane Jane: Strut’s Southern Decadence Pool Party: The Pool Club at Virgin Hotels New Orleans; 550 Baronne Street, New Orleans; 12-7pm. RuPaul’s Plane Jane, DJ beats, drag shows, pop-up shops and poolside trouble at Virgin Hotel NOLA. Headlining this year’s festivities is PLANE JANE — RuPaul’s Drag Race finalist, Traitors standout + the woman responsible for introducing “Burger Finger” to the masses. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.

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·        Southern Decadence Cool Down Pool Party: The Railyard; 730 Poland Ave., New Orleans.; 12 – 5 p.m. Join New Orleans Pridefest at The Railyard Nola for a pool party to cool down after all the Southern Decadence festivities! Music, cocktails, and a special guest performance by Laveau Contraire! Railyard members receive 50% off ticket price. All proceeds support Pridefest 2027 – cool down for a good cause!

·        New Orleans Chorus Connection: The Original Nite Cap; 1300 Saint Bernard Ave., New Orleans; 6:30pm – 8:30pm. The New Orleans Chorus Connection: where music meets therapy in a safe and welcoming space for all. The choir is more than just a place to sing—it’s a community of support and understanding where everyone’s journey is valued and respected. Whether you’re a beginner feeling nervous about singing or someone looking for a therapeutic outlet through music, you’ll find a home here among friends.

·        King Sh!t: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 9:30 p.m. New Orleans’ only monthly all-drag king revue. Expect high-energy performances, swagger-drenched kings, gender-bending spectacle, and just the right amount of chaos. Respect required. Tips highly appreciated. Tickets at Eventbrite.com or at the door

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9/8

·        Intergenerational Game Night: New Orleans Pride Center; 2762 Orleans Ave., New Orleans; 6 p.m. Join us for community game night with NOAGE! Come out for a night full of social gaming with your community members from across generations. We have some games on hand, but feel free to bring your favorites to play. It’s an opportunity to get to know some folks from the community in a relaxed, playful environment. 

·        Sincerely, Fantasy: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 7 p.m. Think Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood…but on Acid!! Doors 7pm, Show at 7:30pm. Theater, Burlesque, Live Music, Stories, Sideshow, & Stupidity! Featuring a rotating cast of dazzling & daring degenerates – Cassidy Copperhead, JuJu, Stanley Roy, Sideshow Matt, Thugsy DaClown, Tsarina Hellfire, & Dinah Deville Email Sa-lonRougeAllways@gmail.com or eventbrite.com for tickets.

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·        Nicolita Presents: Monthly Variety Show: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 9:30 p.m. An immersive art spectacle with a rotating cast. Burlesque – Cabaret – Story Telling – Dance – Theatre – Drag – Music – Art for art’s sake. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door. 

9/9

·        Rhinestone Cowpoke – Queer Line Dance Night: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 7 – 9  p.m. Strap on your boots, crack open a cold one, and get ready for a hoe-down throwdown! $5. Every Second Wednesday of the month with your instructor, Jeez Loueez and her T&A Scarlet Letta. Enjoy a guided lesson of basic two steps, scuffin’, grapevinin’, & plenty more. Jeezy makes it easy to follow along. 

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·        Whodunit!? An Improv Murder Mystery where you get to choose WHO DUN IT?: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 7:30  p.m. This murder-mystery cabaret show is a piece of interactive dinner theater. Each month a new cast of characters have to convince the audience that they are the murderer. As each character performs, every dollar you tip counts as a vote towards your preferred performer and whoever gets chosen by the audience gets to give an encore performance. And this is Murder Mystery Dinner theater, so a themed plate will be provided at intermission for those who choose to purchase it. A menu will be posted on social media prior to the event found here or here. If you have allergies, dietary restrictions, or have questions please email peachykingdrag@gmail.com. GA is $20; GA+ is $35, which includes a plate; VIP is $45, which includes a plate and front row seating. Tickets at Eventbrite.com or at the door.

9/10 – 9/27

·        Something Cloudy, Something Clear: The Lower Depths Theatre at Loyola University New Orleans; 6301 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans; see website for tickets, dates and times – https://www.twtheatrenola.com/ The Tennessee Williams Theatre Company of New Orleans presents one of Tennessee Williams’ most rarely produced works:  Something Cloudy, Something Clear. Directed by Augustin J Correro. On the lonesome dunes of Provincetown, a writer wrestles with his conscience and desires. 

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9/10

·        The Appletini Revue: The Always Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St Claude Ave, New Orleans: 10 p.m.  Appletini Emcee Granny hosts a selection of the best performances from the Appletinis.

9/11

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·        Greetings from Queer Mountain – A Queer Storytelling Show: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 7 p.m.  We are a monthly queer storytelling show in New Orleans. Show is 2nd Friday of each month at 7 pm at Allways in the Twilight Lounge. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.

·        Lords of Leather Beer Bust: Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave.; 9 p.m. – midnight. Mix and mingle with the Lords of Leather gay Mardi Gras krewe at their monthly beer bust social.  $1 draft beer on the back patio.

·        Red flags: SPLASH NIGHTCLUB; 2183 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA.; 9 p.m. If red is your favorite color, Splash’s Red Flags Party is for you! Join us for a celebration of bad decisions, questionable taste and all the warning signs we choose to ignore. Miss Thing, Champagne Pop and Amanda Andrews are bringing the drama to the stage while DJ 2EZ keeps the dance floor going all night long. Wear red, bring your most problematic friends and let your red flags fly. Get your pre-sale tickets now at SplashBR.com or at the door!

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9/12

·        Diva Presents: LADIES Night: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 5 p.m.  This event is all about celebrating the fierce and fabulous ladies out there. Come join the fun, mingle, and enjoy a night full of energy and good vibes. Tickets at Eventbrite.com or at the door.

·        Through the AllWays Looking Glass! A Fantastical Variety Show: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 7 p.m. A Fantastical Variety Show! Get ready for Live music, Burlesque, Drag, Comedy, and MORE! Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.

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·        The ChalMET Gala: The Foundation Room at the House of Blues; 225 Decatur St., New Orleans; 7 – 11 p.m. Costume Attire Mandatory. Tickets at www.gnosocialartsnetwork.org 

·        FICHERAS: Live Latin Band & Burlesque: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 8 p.m. Live Latin Band & Burlesque. A fiesta like no other, filled with live Latin music, dancing, and showgirls. Our performers will showcase their skills while vibrant rhythms and beats transport you to Latin America!

·        Vanessa Carr Live: Crossing NOLA; 439 Dauphine St., New Orleans; 9 – 11 p.m.

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·        Bon Appetit 2026; NOCHI; 725 Howard Ave., New Orleans; 9 p.m. – midnight; An afterparty in support of Project Lazarus celebrating with a “Miami Nights” theme. NOCHI will feature desserts, champagne & cocktails, live DJs, Latin-inspired performances, and a silent auction. Your participation as an afterparty attendee helps provide safe housing, healthcare, nutritious meals, and life-changing support for individuals living with HIV. Individual tickets for people who are not hosting or attending dinner parties are $50. Learn more: https://onecau.se/bonappetit

·        Rougaroux Rugby Social: Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave.; 9 p.m. – mid-night. Get to know our Rouxgarou Rugby team at their monthly social! Join them for Jell-O shots and drink specials on the back patio from 9pm – midnight.

·        DJ Barker Chicago: SPLASH NIGHTCLUB; 2183 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA.; 10 p.m. Chicago is taking over Baton Rouge! Grab your crew and experience DJ Barker live and direct from Chicago! Get your pre-sale tickets now at SplashBR.com or at the door!

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9/13

·        3rd Annual Apollo AIDS-Crisis and Scholarship Fund DESSERT BAKE OFF: George’s Place; 860 St. Louis St., New Orleans; 6:00 PM. All proceeds benefit Apollo AIDS-Crisis and Scholarship Fund

9/15

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·        Sundown Striptease: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 9:30  p.m. A monthly showcase of New Orleans’ best macabre and avant garde variety acts! Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door

9/16

·        Burlesque Bingo with Lefty Lucy!: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 6 p.m. Chock full of fun facts, bad jokes, & striptease. Burlesque Bingo with Lefty Lucy is a whirlwind of wholesome good times blended with the cheeky sass of burlesque!  Win prizes every round, including a New Orleans Gift Set. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.

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·        NOAGE Potluck: St. Anna’s Episcopal Church; 1313 Esplanade Ave.; 6:30 – 8 p.m. A potluck dinner for the community. Come to eat and make new friends. If you are able, please bring a dish (main dishes, meats, sides, soups, salads or vegan/vegetarian dishes, desserts, etc.). Please also consider bringing non-perishable food items for St. Anna’s Food Pantry. The event is in the back of St. Anna’s Parish House (the building to the right of the church it-self, located at the corner of Esplanade Ave. and Marais St.) Please enter from the back door; the front door remains locked at all times. The back door is accessible from the Marais St. side of the building, by the parking lot. It’s the door with the wheelchair accessible ramp. (Date subject to change)

·        Hot Dog Bingo: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans; 8 p.m. Come join Vanessa Carr Kennedy for a few rounds of bingo with great prizes.

9/17

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·        STARS OF THE STARS: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 7:30 p.m. A monthly cabaret and variety show that celebrates each zodiac sign with performers of that sign. Drag, burlesque, comedy and live music. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.

·        Bodice Rippers Burlesque: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10 p.m.  A Burlesque Show and Book Club In One! Calling all book lovers and burlesque aficionados! Each month features a new book club selection and a rotating cast of Burlesque, Drag and Variety performers to help bring it to life. Throughout the show we will discuss the literary themes of each book and delve into the significance and symbolism with performances. Patrons can also browse a uniquely curated used book sale each month and enjoy snacks provided by Laughing Lotus. Bodice Rippers Burlesque: Animal Farm Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.

·        THE PINK SHOW: A Love Letter to Queer High-Femme Glamour: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 10:30 p.m. Burlesque, drag & displays flaunting feminine wiles. Featuring burlesque, drag & variety stars.  

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9/18

·        Juju & Odd Corey’s Big Damn Show: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 8 p.m. New Orleans #1 comedy thrill-show featuring Drag & Burlesque artists, magic Illusions, circus acts, & sideshow stunts!

·        Renegade Bears Social: Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave.; 9 p.m. – mid-night. Mix and mingle with Renegade Bears social club at their monthly social! Join them for drink specials on the back patio from 9pm – midnight

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·        Tears & Tassels: An Emo Cabaret: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 10:30 p.m. Moody burlesque with sultry performances inspired by the music and moods that defined an era.  Featuring performers who’ll reimagine the songs that kept you up at night, this show blends the emotional intensity of emo music with the art of burlesque. Tickets at door and Eventbrite.com

·        Grip & Rip Arm Wrestling Contest: Sipps Gulfport;  2218 25th Ave, Gulfport, MS; 11:30 p.m. Think you’ve got the strength to GRIP it & RIP it?! Sipps is bringing you a night of competition, entertainment, and karaoke! Hosted by Lexis Redd D’Ville. Performance by Zion. Karaoke 9 PM – Midnight with DJ Caleb

·        Night of 100 Divas: SPLASH NIGHTCLUB; 2183 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA.; 9 p.m. We’re celebrating the legendary voices, unforgettable anthems and iconic moments that defined generations of music. Miss Thing, Mahogany Campbell and Kandy Cayne are bringing the diva fantasy to the stage while DJ 2EZ fills the dance floor. Get your pre-sale tickets now at SplashBR.com or at the door!

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·        Burning Hell Burlesque – Rock & Roll Burlesque Show: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10:30 p.m. A night of rock & roll cabaret from some of New Orleans burlesque’s hottest entertainers plus guest stars. $20 General Admission (unreserved seating) $25 Lounge Seating (reserved raised lounge seating at back of theatre) $30 VIP includes guaranteed table seating and goodie bag.  Tickets available at door and eventbrite.com.

9/19

·        NOAGE Coffee Talk; CrescentCare; 1631 Elysian Fields Ave.; 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. A great way to stay connected with the community sponsored by New Orleans Advocates for GLBT Elders.

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·        Mr. & Miss Apollo New Orleans Competition – Apollo Majick: Oz New Orleans; 801 Bourbon St. ,New Orleans; 6 – 10 p.m.  Who will be the next Mr. and Miss Apollo New Orleans? Audience members certainly are welcome the night of the competition, and the cover is only $5.

·        Decadence Dinner at Tableau: Tableau; 616 St. Peter St., New Orleans; 7 p.m. Spend a night with the Krewe of Petronius enjoying a 3-course Tableau dinner and unlimited wine for $75! Tickets at https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.kreweofpetronius.net%2Fstore%2Fp84%2FPetronius_Decadent_Dinner.html%3Ffbclid%3DIwcGRvZgVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE1cWxhaXE5UjNuYjFWSFVMc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHkIqBThQhO9Miz1nJOLL_aqMZ13vimV9GFyUUns72nKXf7PU–dvB5egyhpb_aem_PPeZi6YUwrezUSW-Y6EQkg&h=AUARWh1Xm1iBFeUKQTCCZqlVPYVopFLikIYD7g6JY5AcfP4RZqApcV5PVwxKfg8QtmIvEodY7o-62TK0hiIO_o0ya_kK8IOvPwd2oxopnC2ef6WDIbfNMe6vL3w_xsTnOobf9A Reservations must be made in advance. You can purchase your ticket(s) online through the Krewe of Petronius website. Cocktail attire is required for the event: no t-shirts and/or shorts. Seats are limited.

·        The Vixen Presents Black Girl Magic New Orleans ft. Onya Nurve: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 7 p.m. RPDR star Featuring Onya Nurve & Nola’s finest local entertainment. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and the door. BlackGirlMagic is a traveling drag show that has toured the country for 10 years. Celebrating the beauty and talent of the Black femme experience. Hosted by The Vixen with special guests from RuPaul’s Drag Race, national acts and local talent from each city we visit. 

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·        The Blue Velvet Revue: The Original Nite Cap; 1300 Saint Bernard Ave., New Orleans; 7pm. Jazz and burlesque grew up together in backstages, cabarets, and late-night clubs of New Orleans. The Blue Velvet Revue honors that shared history, reviving the speakeasy era. $20 cover

·        Bette Tittler’s Broadville Follies: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 7:30 p.m. When Vaudeville meets Broadway, drag, burlesque and sideshow take center stage to an all-musical-theater score! A night full of music, comedy, surprise, and plenty of glitter! It’s all showtunes…no rules. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and the door

·        Studio 504: A Night of Disco Burlesque & Drag: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 10:30 p.m. STUDIO 504 – a night of disco-inspired fantasy, starring a host of local burlesque and drag talent set to an original disco soundtrack. With a different cast every month. With Lagniappe performance by Sailem from Hell with the act seen by millions on HULU’s Real Lives of Mormon Wives. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.

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·        Boy Band Night: SPLASH NIGHTCLUB; 2183 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA.; 9 p.m. DJ Affiliated is bringing anthems from One Direction, Backstreet Boys, *NSYNC, New Kids on the Block, Boyz II Men, BTS, Jonas Brothers, Jackson 5, 98 Degrees and more. Get your pre-sale tickets now at SplashBR.com or at the door!

9/20

·        Mystic Krewe of Apollo Baton Rouge Pageant: SPLASH NIGHTCLUB; 2183 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA.; 3 p.m. The next Mr. & Miss Apollo Baton Rouge 2027 will be crowned.  This year’s theme is “Denim & Diamonds”. Featuring special honors for reigning: Champagne Pop (Miss Apollo Baton Rouge 2026) and Mr. Razr (Mr. National Apollo 2026). Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door. 

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·        Show Me Your Noobs: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 6 p.m. A monthly showcase of new local burlesque, drag and variety talent. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.

·        Rocky Horror Striptease Show: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 10:30 p.m. Rocky Horror Striptease Show brings you the cult classic movie but with a drag-lesque flair to our shadow-cast! We have prop bags for audience participation and play the movie on the theater screen while we live act it out on the stage and throughout the audience. Our cast is made up of rotating members who are all performers, theater geeks, burlesque dancers, drag kings, drag queens, strippers & queer folks. Tickets at Eventbrite and the door. 

9/21

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·        New Orleans Chorus Connection: The Original Nite Cap; 1300 Saint Bernard Ave., New Orleans; 6:30pm – 8:30pm. The New Orleans Chorus Connection: where music meets therapy in a safe and welcoming space for all.

9/22 – 9/27

·        Jersey Boys: The Saenger Theater; 1111 Canal St., New Orleans; go to website for tickets, dates and times – https://us.atgtickets.com/events/jersey-boys/saenger-theatre/?fbclid=IwY2xjawT5nSxwZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMTVxbGFpcTlSM25iMVZIVUxzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe9MfAM9gXN9UwnPD0sDuTk7XPMykENfvWfFgpFIz1bsxNoqcpd5MTqE9xmmU_aem_9T6dAdcKECJaUAe34sOTRg They were just four guys from Jersey, until they sang their very first note. The show features all the hits including Sherry, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Oh What a Night, Walk Like a Man, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, and Working My Way Back to You of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons in the Tony-winning, original Broadway production.

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9/22

·        On a TUESDAY!? A New Orleans Variety Show! : The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 7:30  p.m. Drag, burlesque, sideshow acts and beyond. Featuring feats of danger, whacky burlesque, out of box drag and more! With a rotating cast of local entertainers bringing the most extreme acts they are willing to do on a Tuesday night. This show will leave you stunned, and thinking “wow, and all this on a Tuesday. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door

9/23

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·        Rhinestone Cowpoke – Queer Line Dance Night: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 7 – 9  p.m. Calling all the country queers! Strap on your boots, crack open a cold one, and get ready for a hoe-down throwdown! $5. Get ready for a hoedown throwdown with your instructor, Jeez Loueez and her T&A Scarlet Letta. Enjoy a guided lesson of basic two steps, scuffin’, grapevinin’, & plenty more.

·        The Gang’s All Queer Improv Comedy: Big Couch; 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans; 8 p.m. The hour-long fun with unscripted comedy from LGBTQ+ performers. Watch seven performers show up as their authentic goofy, weird, fabulous, intelligent, nerdy, crafty selves to create comedy. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.

9/24

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·        Yank-A-D!ck: Tribute to Weird Al: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 10 p.m. A drag and burlesque tribute to Weird Al for his 2026 World Tour! All performances to classic Weird Al hits. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door. 

9/25 – 10/5

·        I Wrote A Song: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; I Wrote a Song returns this fall! With music, lyrics & book by Trey Bien, this original musical tells the story of a closeted Baptist minister and his journey outward. Friday, Sept. 25, 7:00pm; Saturday, Sept. 26, 10:30pm; Monday, Sept. 28, 8:00pm; Monday, Oct. 5, 8:00pm Tickets at https://IWroteASong.eventbrite.com or at the door

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9/25

·        French Quarter Cabaret: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans; 9 p.m. A glittery mix of song, dance, & burlesque in the heart of NOLA. Free, fun, and queer!

·        Crescent City Leathermen Social: Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave., New Orleans.; 9 p.m. – midnight. Mix and mingle with CCL at their monthly social! Join them for drink specials on the back patio

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·        Construction Party: SPLASH NIGHTCLUB; 2183 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA.; 9 p.m. Grab your hard hat, throw on a safety vest and tighten that tool belt as Miss Thing, Diva Kup and Twinkerbell clock in and get to work on stage. Get your pre-sale tickets now at SplashBR.com or at the door!

·        Variété deVille – An Evening of New Orleans Cabaret & Variety: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 10:30 p.m. A showcase of New Orleans burlesque, cabaret, and variety performances.Pinky DeVille and her cast transport you to the world of vintage New Orleans cabarets and classic variety shows. Tickets: https://varietedeville.eventbrite.com

9/26

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·        Krewe of Narcissus Celebrity Roast of Tony Leggio: Café Istanbul; 2372 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 6 p.m. Tickets are $40 and include a light buffet.  For tickets, go to https://www.narcissusnola.com/join

·        Diamonds and Pearls: The Original Nite Cap; 1300 Saint Bernard Ave., New Orleans; 8 pm. An evening of burlesque. Tickets at Eventbrite.com or at the door

·        Vanessa Carr Live: Crossing NOLA; 439 Dauphine St., New Orleans; 9 – 11 p.m.

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·        Savage After Dark: SPLASH NIGHTCLUB; 2183 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA.; 9 p.m. DJ Ruff is taking over the dance floor while Miss Thing B. Savage brings the heat to the stage. Then, at 1 AM, things get soaking wet with our Wet Boxer Contest. Get your pre-sale tickets now at SplashBR.com or at the door!

·        KAPOW: Burlesque, Drag & Variety with a BANG!: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 10 p.m. Featuring a rotating cast of burlesque, drag and variety artists that pack a punch! Doors 10:00pm, Show 10:30pm. RSVP required; no refunds tickets@missaudacious.com.

·        Sirens Show Night: SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave.; Gulfport, MS.; 11:30  p.m. Featuring: Nicole, Alexa, Catastrophe and special guest: Miss Cie. $10 Cover

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9/27

·        All Shook Up Hattiesburg Day Trip: Hattiesburg, MS; see website for details https://tripsunlimited.softripng.com/itineraries/13211?fbclid=IwY2xjawT5nzFwZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMTVxbGFpcTlSM25iMVZIVUxzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeoth_L7YmekwE0cvkFXndh87mVAuorNrPiPhU-URAmuaiAZ2qGnHbKh6ZrG4_aem_7UPDmGjayUvZJfyXFz74kQv Spend the day in Hattiesburg – The Lucky Rabbit shop, lunch at the Movie Star Restaurant, then Matt Stone’s Elvis: In Person at the Saenger Theater for a matinee performance. $179 Includes round trip on a deluxe motorcoach bus, lunch and admission to the Saenger matinee.

·        Vanessa Carr Church Brunch: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans; 10:30 a.m. Come enjoy sing-alongs with Vanessa.

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·        Clown Church: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans; 9:30 p.m. A FREE Clown Show with burlesque, live music, drag, DANGER & more. A variety service hosted by Pastor JuJu & Musical Director Stanley Roy! Burlesque, Side Show, Live Music, & Whimsy! With Surreal Sermons, Clown’fessions, Clownmunnion, Sing-alongs & all sorts of clownin’ around!

9/29

·        NOAGE Book Club: New Orleans Pride Center; 2762 Orleans Ave., New Orleans; 6 p.m. This month’s book is Fabulous Bodies by Chuck Tingle, author of Bury Your Gays; it’s a supernatural joyride where Drive meets Beetlejuice. 

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9/30

·        Burlesque Bingo with Lefty Lucy!: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 6 p.m. Chock full of fun facts, bad jokes, & striptease. Burlesque Bingo with Lefty Lucy is a whirlwind of wholesome good times blended with the sass of burlesque. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.

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Ambush Magazine is New Orleans' and the Gulf Coast's Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer entertainment, news, and travel guide since 1982.

Publisher TJ Acosta
Editor-In-Chief Reed Wendorf
Founding Publisher/Editor Rip Naquin-Delain
Senior Editor Brian Sands
Distribution George Bevan Jr

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