Pride events are all over the city for the month of June. We are pretty much a rainbow city year round, but especially during this month. Here are just some of the hot events in June. If you want your event listed, send me an email at ledgemgp@gmail.com.
Weekly Events
Monday:
· NOAGE New Orleans Walking Group; Audubon Park; 6500 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA; 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.
· Cooking with Monica: The Golden Lantern; 1239 Royal St., New Orleans, LA; 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’s Smoke Show; The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 8 – 9:30 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. Cover $20
· Mondays at the Den: The Four Seasons Den & Patio Bar; 1229 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA; 8 p.m. Come check out the hot men dancing every Monday night.
· LAZY SUSAN KARAOKE: Oz New Orleans; 800 Bourbon St.; 9 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.
Tuesday:
· Sing-A-Long Karaoke with DJ Slay: Flip Side Bar and Patio; 213 Conti St., Mobile, AL.; 7 – 11 p.m.
· 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
· George’s Tuesday Night Trivia; George’s Place; 860 St. Louis St., Baton Rouge; 7 – 9 p.m. Come play trivia every Tuesday with a different theme each week.
· Big Easy Stompers Line Dancing: Mags 940; 940 Elysian Fields Ave., New Orleans, LA.; 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 free and start at 8:00PM and open dancing at 9:00pm. All are welcome and beginners are welcome.
· 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.
· Weekly Pool Tournament; Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave., New Orleans, LA; 8 – 10 p.m. The Phoenix Pool Tournament is every Tuesday night! $5 buy in, winner takes all. Drink specials begin at 7pm.
· Trivia Tuesdays; SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave. Gulfport, MS; 8 – 10 p.m. Come out and enjoy Big Gay Trivia with Tara Shay Montgomery.
· B-Bob’s Gay Bar Bingo: B-Bob’s; 213 Conti St., Mobile AL; 8:30 & 10 p.m. Hosted by Champagne Munroe, come out for fun and great prizes.
· Open Talent Night: Oz New Orleans; 800 Bourbon St., New Orleans, LA; 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. Hosted by Debbie with a D.
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 you heart out at the oldest Gay Bar in New Orleans.
· Men At The Den: The Four Seasons Den & Patio Bar; 1229 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA; 8 p.m. Join the Four for an evening of gogo dancing!
· Video Bar: SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave. Gulfport, MS; 8 – 11 p.m. Video Bar Every Wednesday from 8pm – 11pm Featuring videos of your favorite hit music, live performances, Broadway Divas, and sing a longs
· Wednesday Night Variety Show: The Page; 542 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA.; 9:15 p.m. Hosted by Simone Rishard. $5 entry fee and drinks specials all night.
· 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.
· Queen’s Karaoke: George’s Place; 860 St. Louis St., Baton Rouge; 10 p.m. – midnight. Hosted every Wednesday by Alvin McGee starting at 10 p.m.
Thursday:
· Meat Night: Le Caberet; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA; 5 – 7 p.m. Meat Night starting on Thursdays! 5-7pm ! Bring Beef , Chicken and Pork. The bar provides sides.
· 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 form 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, is back with an all new show, original music, and courtesans. Limited seating. Join Madam Lola Van Ella and her courtesans for an evening of debauchery, scandal, decadent delights and Victorian era brothel history. For tickets, go to www.eventbrite.com.
· Thursday Night Trivia: : The Four Seasons Den & Patio Bar; 1229 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA; 8 p.m. Join us for weekly trivia and test your brain. Free shots along the way and fun for everyone.
· QUEERS OF COMEDY New Orleans: Oz New Orleans; 800 Bourbon St.; 8 p.m. A group of queer comedians performing comedy together.
· Terrioke: Le Caberet; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA; 10 p.m. Come sing karaoke with Terri Aqui.
· Oz Strip Off: Oz New Orleans; 800 Bourbon St., New Orleans, LA; 10 p.m. – midnight. Come enjoy the Oz Strip Off contest sponsored by Swiss Navy. Contestants in this male gogo competition can win $300 in cash and prizes for 1st Place.
· Clay’s KaraoKiki; George’s Place; 860 St. Louis St., Baton Rouge; 10 p.m. – midnight. Hosted every Thursday by Clay Donadlson starting at 10 p.m.
· So You Think You Can Drag: B-Bob’s; 213 Conti St., Mobile AL; 11 p.m. Winner chosen by audience applause.
Friday:
· Trixie Minx’s Burlesque Ballroom at The Jazz Playhouse: Royal Sonesta; 300 Bourbon St.; 7 and 9 p.m. shows. Come join us for 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
· Freaky Fridays: Oz New Orleans; 800 Bourbon St., New Orleans, LA; 8 p.m. Oz New Orleans is the place to be this Friday and all Fridays as Ivy Dripp and JoJo host “FREAKY FRIDAYS ,” featuring performances that are sure to amaze and delight! A show that celebrates glam and horror! Join us for this one of a kind variety show spectacular!
· Raw Dog Comedy: Ugly Dog Saloon; 401 Andrew Higgins Blvd.; 8 – 11 p.m. Raw Dog Comedy is a FREE weekly comedy show in the Warehouse District. The open-mic list often features the city’s best comedians, visiting comics, national touring acts & first timers. It’s FREE to attend, but tipping’s highly encouraged (comics gotta eat, too).
· Friday Show Night: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA; 9 p.m. Splash’s Show Night is BACK, and it’s about to be EPIC! Join us every Friday for the hottest drag show in the capital city! Get ready to be dazzled by the fabulous Bombshells of Baton Rouge, plus a surprise special guest each week! Hosted by the fabulous Miss Thing, who’s serving looks and laughs all night long! Whether you’re a drag aficionado or just looking for a fun night out, this is the place to be! Don’t miss the chance to live your best life with us!
· 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.
· Fab Fridays Show Night: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. Join us every Friday for the hottest drag show in the capital city! Get ready to be dazzled by the fabulous Bombshells of Baton Rouge, plus a surprise special guest each week! Hosted by the fabulous Miss Thing, who’s serving looks and laughs all night long! Whether you’re a drag aficionado or just looking for a fun night out, this is the place to be! Don’t miss the chance to live your best life with us! $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 and former Southern Decadence Grand Marshal. Bring your sexiest, skimpiest, and tightest undies (but no jock straps) 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.
· Dollz with Ballz: The Golden Lantern; 1239 Royal St.; 10 p.m. Come out and enjoy a great show with Taze-Ya-Ballz and cast.
· Guys Night Fridays: Oz New Orleans; 800 Bourbon St., New Orleans, LA; 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 GOGOs 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
· 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
· Free Comedy Jam for Improvisers : Big Couch; 1045 Desire Street; 1 p.m. Just because improv is unscripted, doesn’t mean you can’t practice it! We welcome improvisers of all levels to join us weekly to hone their improv skills, learn new ones, and connect with fun folks. An improv jam is an opportunity for anyone to perform and watch scenes. You can have an awesome time while developing…
· LGBTQIA+ Youth Drop Inn Nights: New Orleans Pride Center; 2762 Orleans Ave., New Orleans, LA: 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!
· Kingz & Corsets: A Sexy Studded Affair: Oz New Orleans; 800 Bourbon St., New Orleans, LA; 8 p.m. Attention: Kings, Queens, and everyone in between! Oz New Orleans is thrilled to announce our newest show under the Oz Entertainment umbrella: Kingz and Corsets! “A Sexy Studded Affair” Starring: Justin Betweener Hosted by: Paris Dee DeLorean. The show will feature weekly special guests.
· Dance Bitches Dance: Oz New Orleans; 800 Bourbon St., New Orleans, LA; 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” 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
· 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.
· WigSnatchers Drag Brunch: Marigny Brasserie; 640 Frenchmen St. , New Orleans, LA; 12 – 3 p.m. Located in the heart of historic Frenchmen St. comes the hottest Drag Show New Orleans has to offer. Hosted by Cosette LaFemme and Mistie Bonét, Drag Brunch @ Marigny Brasserie guarantees a welcoming and entertaining experience with some of Nola’s finest Drag Queens. Come enjoy performances of some of the most iconic artists of all time 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.
· Writing Across the Rainbow: New Orleans Pride Center; 2762 Orleans Ave., New Orleans, LA; 2 – 5 p.m. Writing Across the Rainbow is our new ongoing monthly LGBTQIA+ workshop focused on all aspects of writing, spanning how to get your first words on paper, to getting published and sharing your work with the world! Award-winning publisher, editor, and writer Sorella Smith will host this event which will also feature other writers as guest presenters. This is an ongoing workshop, so you can attend as many meetings as you want! This is a free event, but everyone should bring their own pens, notebooks, computers, and tablets. Everyone has stories to tell, fictional, factual, or otherwise. This workshop will assist you with such concepts as: World-building,, Plotting, Character creation, Continuity maintenance, Editing, Sharing constructive criticism of work, The journey forward, either to publishing or wherever you want to take your writing. All prose types are welcome, including poetry, fiction, nonfiction, etc. We hope to see you there!
· Sunday Ladies Tea Party: The Four Seasons Den & Patio Bar; 1229 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA; 3 – 8 p.m. Join your favorite bartender Jake Jr for the libations of the day and enjoy the company of the friends and family we have come to love.
· 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.
· Vanessa Carr: The Golden Lantern; 1239 Royal St., New Orleans, LA; 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 with Taze Ya Ballz and a special guest 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 and former Southern Decadence Grand Marshal hosts.
· Minx Burlesque: Howlin Wolf; 907 S. Peters St., New Orleans, LA; 6 p.m. Minx Burlesque is LIVE at the Howlin’ Wolf. Featuring a rotating cast of performers for a new and exciting show each week. From classic strip tease, to circus acts, to comedy Queens, Minx Burlesque has something to please and tease every audience member. For tickets, go to https://www.ticketweb.com/events/org/13741?pl=howlin
· 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 gogo boys. 11 games, no cover.
· The Opulence Hour: Maison; 508 Frenchmen St.; 8 – 9 p.m. The troupe that brought you “Talk Nerdy To Me: A Weekly Nerdlesque Revue” is putting on our Sunday best for this new burlesque and variety show. The Society of Sin Burlesque & Variety every Sunday at The Maison on Frenchman at 7pm. 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
· 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, LA; 9:30- 11:30 p.m. Featuring the Ladies of Oz and DJ Tim Pflueger.
6/1
· 10th Annual Family Equality Day: Longue Vue House & Gardens; 7 Bamboo Road, New Orleans, LA; 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Family Equality Day is a FREE Longue Vue pride event that honors and recognizes families of all shapes, sizes, and identities, with a special focus on the LGBTQ+ community. This outdoor event is fun for ALL ages, featuring: Story time, Dance performances, Fan decorating, Community resource fair and Children’s parade.
· NOLA’s Papa Pride Event: Mid-City Ruby Slipper; 315 South Broad Street, New Orleans, LA; 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Join us as we celebrate the first day of Pride Month. Our good friends from the Nola Papa podcast are co-hosting the event with us and there are plenty of activities planned for the day. We’ll have some art vendors for you to shop around, a live podcast, some free snoballs and ice cream as well as a chance to visit and potentially adopt a pets from Zeus Rescues. Come out to Ruby Slipper Mid City at the corner of Broad and Banks for what’s sure to be a great time. And remember – for the entire month of June, we’ll be donating $1 from each sale of one of our Mimosa Pride Flights!
· Apollo Baton Rouge’s Pride Brunch: The Women’s Club; 259 S TJ Jemison Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA; 12 – 3 p.m. Ticket Prices will be $50.00 and include buffet and bottomless mimosas and bloody Mary’s. Performances by local drag entertainers. In addition, we will have a silent Auction with all kinds of special goodies! Individual tickets and/or tables may be purchased at https://apollobatonrouge.com/store All Proceeds go towards our Aids-Crisis & Scholarship Fund
· Pride Film Festival: The Broad Theater; 636 N. Broad Ave., New Orleans, LA; 3 p.m. The movie is Cruising. Official fundraiser for the Crescent City Leathermen. Admission is $12.
· Pride Month Kick Off/Sheilita’s Birthday Weekend: Gabriel’s Downtown; 55 S Joachim St, Mobile, AL.; 4 p.m. Pride begins June 1st! So, what better way to come and celebrate with Sheilita Buffet and friends kicking it off?! It’s also Sheilita’s birthday weekend! This will ALSO be Delilah’s first shift back from maternity leave. She’ll be slinging cocktails while the show happens on our back patio! Come and start your Pride month with us at Gabriel’s Downtown. Admission is free with a valid membership and to guests of members. This event is STRICTLY 21+.
· The Tennessee Williams Ball: Hotel Peter Paul; 2317 Burgundy Street, New Orleans, LA.; 7 – 10 p.m. Prepare for a night of dancing and revelry under the stained glass prisms of this 19th Century former church, now a sumptuous event space and part of the Hotel Peter and Paul. Music by DJ Sailor Hank, Alexis & the Sanity, and The Slick Skillet Serenaders. A Royal Tableau featuring Vinsantos, Tsarina Hellfire, and the Mudlark Puppeteers. Presentation of our inaugural Tennessee Williams Ball Angel, LadyBeast. Open Bar by SAZERAC / Goldring Family Foundation. Tarot Readings by Seeress Mugga Rose. Tattoos by Hell or High Water Tattoo. All hosted by Michelle Antoinette Nelson, aka LOVE the poet. Tickets at https://tennesseewilliams.net/other-events/tennessee-williams-ball/?fbclid=IwY2xjawKY3c5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF2YTBtTHo2OUs2UWxubXBLAR78mD1uN8bQ7v-DTQmkJXdHC93h8-tMYPIifhVIWQBxLxISDXZho3iwR476lQ_aem_8LXCHytwCaNJanmSJE7BCg
· Kick Off Pride Month with a Family Skate Night: Skater’s Paradise Slidell; 59292 Shady Ln, Slidell, LA; 7 – 9 p.m. Join Us for LGBTQ+ Family Skate Night!Kick off Pride Month with an evening of fun, love, and community. Bring your family, your friends, and your best rainbow gear for a night of roller skating, music, and celebration. $8 per person. All ages and all wheels welcome! Let’s roll into Pride Month together with joy, unity, and pride.
6/3
· Freaklesque: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 7 p.m. The silliest and campiest burlesque New Orleans can muster up every first Tuesday of the month at the Allways! Prepared to be dazzled, confused, and horny all at once with all this weird performance art. June’s Creature Feature will offer all sorts of mythical and sci-fi creatures! Claws! Titties! Wings! Horns! Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.
6/4
· Burlesque Bingo with Lefty Lucy!: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 6 p.m. You’ve never played Bingo like this before! Chock full of fun facts, bad jokes, & Strip Tease. 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 as well as BURLESQUE ROULETTE: Where YOU choose the song Lefty Strips to! But she’ll only remove ONE item per round, so you’ll have to stick around till the end if you want to see the tassels twirl.
· Pride Beaning Night: Beanlandia; 3300 Royal St., New Orleans, LA; 6 – 9 p.m. Calling all Queer Beans & Beanlandia members and potential members. It’s time to get suited up for Pride! We’re hosting nightly bean suit crafting nights at Beanlandia so we can build the most beantastic looks for the Vaughan’s Tea Dance on Sunday, June 8th and our big day of action and celebration on Saturday, June 14th. What to Bring: Anything you want to glue beans on, Snacks and sips to share (or keep for yourself, we get it), Your wild imagination. What We’ll Provide: Beans + hot glue, A crafting zone with supplies, music, and camaraderie. A space to create, connect, and get ready to turn heads at Pride. This is also an opportunity to join the krewe and Beanlandia.
· You Don’t Know Jack Trivia: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA; 8 p.m. Come out and play trivia for some great prizes.
6/5
· Pride Mass: St. Anna’s Episcopal Church; 1313 Esplanade Ave.; starts at 6 p.m. Inclusive Louisiana invites you to join us at Pride Mass with a reception to follow. Celebrant Bishop Shannon Duckworth.
· Talk Nerdy To Me: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA; 7 p.m. Are you ready to get Nerdy & Flirty? Tickets are available for purchase at the door or at eventbrite.com
· The LGBTQ+ Archives Project of Louisiana Annual Membership Meeting/Louisiana Queer Arts Launch: The Dodwell House Community Resource Center; 1519 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans, LA; 7 p.m. Join us for our annual Membership Meeting, which will serve as the launch of our 2025 programming focus–Louisiana Queer Arts. After a brief business meeting, we will present the Stewart Butler / Alfred Doolittle Award for Contributions to Queer History. This year’s recipient is pioneering lesbian Barbara Scott. We will then have a panel discussion to discuss the legacy of J.B. Harter’s art. The meeting will be accompanied by exhibits of Harter and Scott’s artwork. Light refreshments will be provided.
· Gender Bent Revolution: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA; 10 p.m. Gender Bent, the art of drag is a showcase of strange and untraditional drag artists. Queens, Kings, Monsters, and more await you at every show. This year for PRIDE we are getting “political”, with acts driven and inspired by activism and socially relevant messages. Drag, by its very nature, is subversive, thus we are digging deep and making you think about things happening in our world. You may laugh, you may cry, you may be offended, but you will be entertained. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and the door.
6/6
· Sip & Dip: True Colors Night: Audubon Zoo; 6500 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA; 7 – 10 p.m. Celebrate love, diversity, and inclusivity at Sip+Dip at Audubon Cool Zoo Waterpark! Relax by the pool with great music by DJ Liz Owen, tasty drinks and laid-back vibes. Whether you’re here to swim, dance, or just relax, Sip+Dip has something for everyone. This exclusive 21+ adults-only evening features refreshing drinks, bites, great music, and the best poolside vibes. TICKETS: GA Tickets: $50 per person. Entry at 7:00 p.m. Food & beverages available for purchase. VIP Tickets: $75 per person. Entry at 6:30 p.m. Includes 1 free drink ticket, access to Oyster Beach with private bar & exclusive menu. Cabana VIP Ticket: $400-$500 | Private cabana, 6 VIP tickets | 1 free drink ticket per guest & access to Oyster Beach. More details about Sip+Dip can be found here: bit.ly/4kpr8oX
· George Dureau Film Screening: Historic New Orleans Collection; 410 Charters St., New Orleans, LA; 7 p.m. RSVP at https://bit.ly/dureau2025 (required). Join the LGBTQ+ Archives Project of Louisiana for a screening of George Dureau: New Orleans Artist. This documentary explores the life and work of artist George Dureau. Light refreshments will be provided.
· Eureeka Starfish’s Monthly Open Talent Night: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA; 8 p.m. Hosted by Eureka, come out to this fun show where contestants vie for first and second place.
· Ladies First Comedy Open Mic: The Original Nite Cap; 1300 St. Bernard Ave., New Orleans, LA; 9 p.m. Ladies First is a comedy open mic that gives femme comics the spotlight they deserve! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or a first-timer, this welcoming space prioritizes voices that are often underrepresented in comedy. It’s a night of laughs, support, and empowering women, non-binary, and gender non-conforming comedians to take the stage. Come for the jokes, stay for the community—where everyone gets to laugh, but the ladies go first!
· 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.
· Pride Kick-Off Dance Party: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. Celebrate YOUR pride all night, and sip on $4 well drinks until 11 PM! DJ SQRD is about to drop the sickest beats, and we’ve got killer performances lined up by Mahogany Campbell, Josalyn Royale, & the fabulous Host Miss Thing! 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, LA; 10:30 p.m. STUDIO 504 – a night of disco inspired fantasy, starring a host of local burlesque and drag superstar talent set to an original disco soundtrack! With a different cast every month. Put on your best disco inspired outfits and join us at the world famous The Allways Lounge as we celebrate our love of DISCO with a spectacular show & dancing late into the night. Tickets at eventbvrite.com and the door
· Pride Kick Off Party: SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave.; Gulfport, MS.; 10:30 p.m. Cover Charge $10, Showtime @ 10:30pm. Hosted by: Nicole Dubois & Lexis Redd D’Ville. Performances by: Thighly Minogue ~ Keke Zorra ~ Strawberrie Zorra ~ Jezebell Sinn ~ Sativa Stonr ~ Stella Showers ~ Regina Delaurentis ~ Analytika ~ Ivy S. White ~ Dioma Dollup ~ Yira Nikoma ~ Lola Boleyn ~ Levine V. Cartier-Romeo Dio~ Seraphina. Music by: DJ T-Shay. DRINK SPECIALS ALL NIGHT. FREE MERCH GIVEAWAYS ALL NIGHT
6/7 – 6/8
· The French Market Creole Tomato Festival: French Market; 1235 N. Peters Street, New Orleans, LA; 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily. The 39th Annual French Market Creole Tomato Festival is a cherished summer tradition in New Orleans that honors the region’s renowned Creole tomatoes through food, music, and family activities. This signature festival marks the official start of summer, featuring fresh local produce, live entertainment, and a variety of tomato-based dishes. This free and open-to-the-public event spans the French Market district, from Dutch Alley to Farmers Market. For more information, visit https://www.frenchmarket.org/event/37th-annual-creole-tomato-festival/all/
6/7
· NOAGE Virtual Coffee Talk: Virtual; 10:30AM. Virtual Coffee Talk (On Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/971171285).
· Louisiana Queer Arts Exhibition and Panel Discussion: Marigny Opera House; 725 St. Ferdinand St., New Orleans, LA; 11 a.m. This exhibition features several working queer artists from across Louisiana. Artists featured include: Ryne Stoned, Colin Robinson, Kristi Knipe, Bobby White, Vernell Dunams, Hope Hickman, Taylor Sacco, and Jaime Cantrell. There will also be an exhibition of George Dureau’s photography on loan from the Arthur Roger Gallery. The show is open all afternoon and will conclude with a panel discussion: Historical Perspectives on Louisiana Queer Art. This discussion promises to be a fascinating exploration of the history of queer art in Louisiana. Panelists include Arthur Roger, Meg Turner, David Campbell, and will be moderated by Clayton Delery.
· Gulf Coast’s Association of Pride Annual Pride Day: Point Cadet Plaza, Biloxi, MS.; 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. It’s time to spread PEACE • LOVE • PRIDE! GCAP’s 2025 PRIDE DAY is almost here! Come celebrate the unique diverse and inclusive community with us! Vendors, Food, Drag Shows, Live Performers, vendors and so much more! This event is family friendly. All are welcome at no charge.
· NOLA OMG Food Fest: Louis Armstrong Park; 701 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA; 1 – 8 p.m. Welcome to the Worlds First Hip Hop Food Festival. We call it the OMG Food Fest because we are not allowing any food in our event that doesn’t make you say OHHH MY GOOOOOD!!!!!Not only are we gonna have Delicious food coming from all directions, we will also keep you entertained with the city’s best Djs and bands playing Hip-Hop, Rap, Old School and everything else that will keep you moving. YOU WILL BE – Two Steppin with some Tacos – Bouncin with some Boudin – Twerkin with your Turkey Legs – or you can Boogie with your BBQ. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and door.
· Rhinestone Rodeo with Urban South and Fringe & Co.; Urban South Brewery; 1645 Tchoupitoulas St., New Orleans, LA; 2 – 6 p.m. Giddy up and ride down to the taproom on Saturday, June 7th for a Rhinestone Rodeo Pride Party! We’re partnering with Fringe + Co. on a sparkly, country-fried afternoon at the brewery. LGBTQIA Pop-Up Shops. Mechanical Bull Riding \\ $10 for 2 tries! Drag Bingo with Katrina Waters \\ $5 per bingo card! Rowdy Mango: Spicy Mango Wheat. Slow Poke: Paloma-style 5mg Sparkling Beverage. This event is TOTALLY FREE to attend! A portion of proceeds from the day’s event sales will benefit PFLAG New Orleans Chapter!
· Northshore Pride Parade: Mandeville Lakefront ; Mandeville, LA ; 4 – 7 p.m. The Gulf South Chamber of Commerce is a proud sponsor of Queer Northshore and excited to participate in the 2nd Annual Northshore Pride Parade! The parade will take place on the beautiful Mandeville lakefront with an after-party to follow at the Mandeville Trailhead. The parade is family-friendly. All are welcome! While this is a free speech event, this is a family friendly event and there will be children present. Feel free to wear expressive, colorful clothing but please keep all attire family friendly. The Parade will roll at 4:00 PM sharp. The Block Party starts at 5:00 PM (or immediately following the parade) at the Mandeville Trailhead. There will be a photo area, splash pad, DJ, drag shows, community booths, interactive art installation, and more. Food and drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) are available for purchase.
· Daddy Disco: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA; 7 p.m. – 2 a.m. Playing 70’s , 80’s 90’s 00’s dance hits. Wear your pearls for happy hour prices.
· Joie Des Femmes: Big Couch; 1045 Desire St., New Orleans, LA.; 7 p.m. Improv comedy with wit and whimsy created through a femme lens. This isn’t just improv—it’s joy unleashed, creativity unbridled, and comedy elevated. Prepare for an evening of laughter, creativity, and surprises as the femme performers of Big Couch present Joie des Femmes ! This talented ensemble is ready to take the stage without a script, crafting entire worlds and unforgettable characters right before your eyes. Every scene, every twist, and every hilarious moment is full of the witty, whimsical, and weird. Through their boundless imagination and undeniable chemistry, these improvisers celebrate the art of spontaneous storytelling with a uniquely femme perspective. Whether they’re exploring fantastical scenarios, diving into heartfelt relationships, or taking you on unexpected adventures, the performers of Joie des Femmes will captivate and delight you. Tickets at the door and Eventbrite.com
· Something Beautiful: A Night of Miley Cyrus: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. It’s gonna be a night of non-stop Miley hits with DJ SQRD dropping those *Party in the USA* bangers and the Bombshells of Baton Rouge coming thru like a *Wrecking Ball*! We’ll be singing *When I Look at You* all night, so grab your besties and get ready to *Climb* to new heights of fun! Don’t be the one left out like a *7 Things* situation. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.
· Pride After Party: SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave.; Gulfport, MS.; 10:30 p.m. Cover Charge $10, Showtime @ 10:30pm. Hosted by: Nicole Dubois & Lexis Redd D’Ville. Featuring: Alexa Avery ~ Misty Love ~ Catastrophe N. Knight ~ Sonika Boom ~ Kitty Woods ~ Toni Dee ~ Kayla Starr ~ Estelle Suarez ~ Stephanie Showers ~ Mercedes Alexander ~ Betty A. Essem ~ Tara Shay Montgomery. Music by: DJ Dolla Bill. DRINK SPECIALS ALL NIGHT. FREE MERCH GIVEAWAYS ALL NIGHT
6/8
· Sneak Peek at Queer Films in Production: The Broad Theater; 636 N. Broad St., New Orleans, LA. 1 p.m. Three dynamic filmmakers will be on-hand to introduce their current works and show clips. Films include: Valda Lewis’s documentary From Where We Stood: AIDS and the Culture Wars, Joey Gray’s The Last Sunday in June (a feature film inspired by the Up Stairs Lounge fire), and Lasse Lau and Flo Maak’s documentary film Bachelors Only on Dixie’s Bar of Music.
· 2025 Vaughn’s Pride Tea Dance: Vaughn’s Lounge; 4229 Dauphine St., New Orleans, LA; 4 – 8 p.m. One Tea Dance this year. June 8th. DJ Siphne will be spinning. Get your dancing shoes out and come dance in the street with us. Tell your friends. Be who you are…everyone else is taken!
· Femme Frequency: Sapphic Pride Rave: okay bar; 1700 Port Street New Orleans, LA; 8 – 11 p.m. The sapphic energy is in the air! Eclectic music selections, outdoor patio, tacos, and art vendors. Welcome all the gals, non-binary pals and especially the dolls. Absolutely no transphobia will be tolerated. Featuring DJ Sanctuary, DJ SPZM, DJ SappHO and more going all night. Burlesque performances at 10pm from Phoenix Phantasma, Takyllia Sunrise, and Ivanna Cry.
· Nicole in Wonderland: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 6 p.m. Splash Nightclub & Baton Rouge Pride presents: Nicole in Wonderland – a benefit for Baton Rouge Pride! Doors swing open at 6 PM with epic door prizes & swag giveaways! Then, at 8 PM, the show kicks off hosted by the fabulous Nicole Foxx! Don’t miss out – grab your tickets NOW and get ready to dance the night away! Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door
· Purple Persuasion: Pride Is A Riot: Santos Bar; 1135 Decatur St., New Orleans, LA.; 9 p.m. – 6 a.m. $15 pre-sale; $20 @ door. Purple is the sixth installment of the Nola Rainbow Parties! #thepeoplesqueen will be holding court and hosting a Grand Pride ball! The Purple Royal Affair of Self Love will not be like other Pride events. Come experience the raw power of people celebrating our beautiful diversities and taking back our feast! Calling all queers, dykes, drag queens, drag kings, trans folk, allies, gays, theys and all the unicorns in-between. The Purple Persuasion will be proving that all breeds and creeds can share safe spaces, and that we can and WILL celebrate each other rather than degrading each other. Live Djing by Sunshine Edae & Company.
6/9
· Almost Naked Karaoke: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 9:30 p.m. Enjoy Naked Karaoke with Kip Kendal & Trey Bien. Come sign & Strip (nudity optional). Suggested donation $5 – $10
6/10 – 6/15
· Chicago: Saenger Theater; 1111 Canal St., New Orleans; Go to website for dates, times and tickets. Chicago is an exciting tale of greed, murder and show business, filled with musical hits like All That Jazz and Razzle Dazzle. The musical is set in the 1920s and tells the story of Roxie Hart, a housewife and nightclub dancer, who murders her lover when he threatens to leave her. Desperate to avoid conviction, Roxie deceives the public, the media and her cellmate and rival, Velma Kelly, and hires the town’s most skilled lawyer, Billy Flynn. This lawyer will be able to turn the crime into a smokescreen of sensational headlines. For tickets, go to https://www.saengernola.com/events/chicago/
6/10
· Intergenerational Game Night: New Orleans Pride Center; 2762 Orleans Ave., New Orleans, LA; 6 p.m. Join us for community game night with NOAGE! Come out for a fun and fabulous 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 at the Pride Center. Feel free to invite friends!
· Sincerely, Fantasy. THE Thing to do in New Orleans: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 7:30 p.m. Think Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood…but on Acid!! 2nd Tuesday of EVERY Month! Doors 7pm, Show at 730pm Come join us at The AllWays Lounge & Cabaret for a night of magical wonder & weirdness with 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 SalonRougeAllways@gmail.com or eventbrite.com for tickets.
6/11 – 6/15
· The New Orleans Food & Wine Experience 2025: Various locations in New Orleans; see website for events, dates and times. The 33rd Annual New Orleans Wine and Food Experience (NOWFE) is your chance to indulge in great food and drink while supporting a worthwhile cause. This five-day celebration offers a full schedule of events for everyone, from novices to connoisseurs, and those who simply love good cuisine. The event features unique programming, including Vinola, where guests can enjoy an intimate atmosphere while sampling a variety of rare and highly sought-after wines, expertly paired with delectable dishes crafted by local chefs. Another highlight is the Tournament of Rosés, where attendees can join in the fun New Orleans style, dressed in shades of pink, and taste premier rosés—both still and sparkling—from France, Spain, Italy, the United States, and the Southern Hemisphere. The grand finale is The Grand Tasting, which showcases wines from around the world and delicious food prepared by some of New Orleans; finest chefs. For more information, visit www.nowfe.com.
6/11
· Pride Beaning Night: Beanlandia; 3300 Royal St., New Orleans, LA; 6 – 9 p.m. Calling all Queer Beans & Beanlandia members and potential members. It’s time to get suited up for Pride! We’re hosting nightly bean suit crafting nights at Beanlandia so we can build the most beantastic looks for the Vaughan’s Tea Dance on Sunday, June 8th and our big day of action and celebration on Saturday, June 14th. What to Bring: Anything you want to glue beans on, snacks and sips to share (or keep for yourself, we get it), Your wild imagination. What We’ll Provide: Beans + hot glue, A crafting zone with supplies, music, and camaraderie. A space to create, connect, and get ready to turn heads at Pride. This is also an opportunity to join the krewe and Beanlandia.
· Wellness Wednesday: New Orleans Pride Center; 2762 Orleans Ave., New Orleans, LA; 6 p.m. Join us at the Pride Center for Wellness Wednesdays, an evening of mindful meditations, positive affirmations, and LGBTQ-centered self awareness & enlightenment practices.This event takes place from 6 to 8 pm and is open to everybody ages 18 and up. No registration required – just show on up for an evening of relaxation and rejuvenation. Different holistic wellness practices will be explored each week – have some that you’d like to share with the group? We’d love that! Just email info@nolapridecenter.org and let us know what you’d like to share.
· You Don’t Know Jack Trivia: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA; 8 p.m. Come out and play trivia for some great prizes.
· Whodunit!? A Draglesque Murder Mystery Where You get to choose WHO DUN IT?: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 7 – 10 p.m. A new theme every month, this little murder-mystery cabaret show is a piece of interactive dinner theater that you do not want to miss! Each month a new cast of characters have to convince YOU 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. So come ready with tip dollars to make sure you can vote for your favorite performer as much as you want. GA is $20, GA+ is $30, which includes a plate, VIP is $35, which includes a plate and front row seating. Email peachykingdrag@gmail.com or eventbrite.com
6/12
· Hahas & Tatas Comedy Burlesque Revue: The Original Nite Cap; 1300 Saint Bernard Avenue Second Floor New Orleans, LA; 8:30 p.m. Prepare your funnybone to be tickled at Hahas & Tatas Burlesque Comedy Revue! Join us at The Original Nitecap for a night of laughter & entertainment! Experience a unique blend of burlesque and stand up comedy that will leave you in stitches! EVERY 2nd & 4th THURSDAY; 7P Doors // 8P Show; $10 Cover. Tickets at the door and Eventbrite.com
· New Orleans Pridefest Opening Reception Powered by Entergy: New Orleans Healing Center; 2372 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA.; 6 – 9 p.m. The New Orleans Pridefest Opening Reception powered by Entergy is a special evening on Thursday, June 12, 2025, to kick off Pridefest 2025 weekend. As the official opening of Pridefest weekend, the reception celebrates our sponsors, volunteers, and main stage entertainers who make Pridefest possible. Attendees will enjoy an open bar and catering from local LGBTQ vendors and get ready to twirl to the music of NYC’s DJ Sammy Jo On the rooftop of the New Orleans Healing Center at Muditā Yoga & Therapy and set against a perfect sunset backdrop of the New Orleans skyline, this is a night you won’t want to miss. Tickets available here https://shorturl.at/LhjkW Note: New Orleans Pridefest Ambassadors get free entry to the opening reception, the VIP area of Pridefest, and free entry and open bar to the Sunday pool party. Learn more at nolapridefest.com/ambassador
· Jockstrap Lube Wrestling: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10 p.m. Lubed up bodies enter the ring BUT only one will win. This tournament is a judgment free zone filled with sexy fights and live entertainment including but not limited to drag and burlesque throughout. Never wrestled but really wanna show up and out? Unlike other wrestling events, winning a round is purely performance based, and each winner is chosen by the audience’s applause. 1st place wins $100, 2nd place wins $50, and the rest get to have a great time on stage nearly nude. Tickets available at the door and any eventbrite.com
6/13
· Pride Happy Hour; Disco in the Daytime: Brennan’s Restaurant; 417 Royal St., New Orleans, LA; 3 – 6 p.m. Celebrate Pride in fabulous fashion at Brennan’s for Disco in the Daytime! Sip pride-themed cocktails, dance to beats by DJ Debbie with a D, and strike a pose at our sparkling photo installations—including a disco ball, Moët Chandon spritz cart, and Champagne-fueled courtyard vibes. Enjoy pop-up bars with specialty drinks, glitter tattoos, Moët & Whispering Angel giveaways, and hourly raffle prizes benefiting a local LGBTQ+ cause. Dress in your Pride best and join us for this unforgettable happy hour celebration! Tickets include event access and a welcome cocktail. Tickets at https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?rid=150493&restref=150493&experienceId=479450&utm_source=external&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=shared&fbclid=IwY2xjawKbPHBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFZcFFSa2twMEdKQWt4MXpUAR4yDJ_-mcudoscr5MPwsATpcQ0_xr4eBN6utMR4iPA2qzqyFgaY-R1vYEuxaA_aem_BtLCeIJTOpAna3pyK76JDQ
Walk-ins welcome!
· The Artwalk PRIDE 2025 Street Party: B-Bob’s; 213 Conti St., Mobile, Al. 6 p.m. The vendor fair will begin at 6:00 pm on Conception Street. DJVJ Tay will be on the 1’s and 2’s at 7:00 pm, spinning your PRIDE favorites! At 7:30 pm there will be a Drag Queen led parade starting at B-Bob’s looping through downtown Mobile and ending back at B-Bob’s! Jawakatema Davenport, Champagne Munroe, Zamareyah Dawn, Gracie Lou Freebush and Mobile’s Miss Gay Pride 2025 Nicole DuBois will take the stage on Conti St. at 8:00 pm!
· GLAMOROUS II featuring KYNT & Friends: The Blue Crawfish Hotel & Bar; 1620 Dumaine Street New Orleans, LA. 6:30 – 9 p.m. Pride Weekend in New Orleans Just Got Even More Fabulous! This Pride Weekend, GLAMOROUS II is taking over The Blue Crawfish Hotel for a night of glitter-drenched decadence, fierce fashion, and high-voltage house music. Hosted by New Orleans’ first international dance music recording artist, dancer, and actor… KYNT, this is more than just a party — it’s the second chapter in a bold new tradition. Proudly sponsored by The Blue Crawfish Hotel and Frankly Beautiful Skin, spotlighting the city’s most electrifying underground talent in music, fashion, and performance art. Get ready to turn the red carpet into an unforgettable runway! New Orleans Fashion Week’s creator and talk show host, fashion icon Tracee Dundas, will be serving up fierce looks and bold questions, one unforgettable interview at a time. Joining her will be entrepreneur and CEO of Chic Nouvelle Modeling Agency, Rowena Kay, offering exclusive behind-the-scenes commentary with designers, models, and artists. And don’t miss the incredible You Night featured models, led by Lisa Angelo McKenzie, as they flip the catwalk upside down with their mission to empower cancer survivors. Through You Night Empowering Events, they’re building a sisterhood while tackling cancer head-on, giving local survivors the platform they deserve. Here’s what’s going down: Live performance by KYNT — dancefloor domination guaranteed; Underground house music DJ sets that will keep your pulse racing and your body moving; A fierce runway fashion show featuring top local designers — unapologetically fresh and fabulously diverse; Lounge. Sip. Soak.
· Greetings, From Queer Mountain Storytelling Show: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA; 7 p.m. Each month, we host a queer storytelling show featuring amazing and fabulous storytellers! Doors open at 6:30 PM, and the show starts at 7:00 PM. Tickets: $10 (available at the door) and Eventbrite.com. We accept cash or Venmo (@GFQMNOLA). Join us for a night of powerful, heartfelt, and hilarious storytelling—because community is everything.
· Brutal: Good Improv About Bad Dates: Big Couch; 1045 Desire Street New Orleans, LA; 7:30 p.m. On the whole, dating can really suck. Big time. Since dates suck so bad, the team at Brutal have taken it upon themselves to make you laugh about each and every bad date you want to tell us about. Every second Friday, come tell us all the bad date stories your little heart desires to tell. You do that and we’ll do some sweet improv based on those stories. Produced by Nick Napolitano, this show features some of the city’s most experienced improvisers, including Emily Slazer, Sam Moodey, and more. Brutal takes our bad stories and turns them into improvised scenes. Bring your bad stories, tell them during the show, and we’ll improvise the stress away. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and the door.
· Neon Moon Cabaret and Lunar Market: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA; 7 – 11 p.m. Out of this World Drag show hosted by Eureeka Starfish starting at 9 p.m. with the Lunar Market from 7 – 11 p.m.
· 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.
· Splash’s Disney Pride: Magic Queendom: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. Vibe the night away to your fave beats mixed by DJ Ruff! Join us for magical Disney-themed performances by the amazing Kozmik, K.T. Hype, & the one and only Host Miss Thing! It’s gonna be a night full of fantasy, fun, and fabulousness! Tickets at Eventbrite.com and the door.
· Psychedelic Speakeasy; The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA; 10 p.m. – midnight. Vivacious Miss Audacious presents: PSYCHEDELIC SPEAKEASY! Immerse yourself in a surreal evening of burlesque and performance art filled with untold delights, vibrant colors, wild sensations and outrageous acts! Each month brings a new cast and a new show. Colorful and neon attire is highly encouraged! RSVP REQUIRED: tickets@missaudacious.com or buy tickets at www.eventbrite.com
· Tears & Tassels: An Emo Cabaret: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 11 p.m. Tears & Tassels is your emo cabaret dream—moody burlesque and your fav throwbacks. It was never a phase! Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.
6/14
· Community Fest: Louis Armstrong Park; 701 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA; 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. INAYAH is the 2025 New Orleans Black Pride Festival HEADLINER. She’s bringing all the vibes, all the vocals, and ALL the energy to the stage at 6PM. Entertainment sponsor: @visitneworleans.
· Pride Weekend Book Signing with Larry Bagneris: The Shop at the Historic New Orleans Collection; 520 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA; 1 – 3 p.m. In conjunction with New Orleans Pride Weekend, join us for a special book signing celebrating the launch of HNOC’s latest publication, Call Me Larry: A Creole Man’s Triumph over Racism and Homophobia, a heartfelt memoir by gay activist Larry Bagneris. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the author and purchase a signed copy of the book.
· Nick Perkins as Elvis: Cutting Edge Theater; 767 Robert Boulevard Slidell, LA; 2 and 7 p.m. For tickets and more info, go to https://www.cuttingedgetheater.com/ or Eventbrite.com These shows feature all Elvis’ hits by WORLD champion, Nick Perkins.
· New Orleans Pridefest 2025: Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fiels Ave., New Orleans, LA; 5 – 10 p.m. – For the first time ever Pridefest is at night!. Join us in the Marigny on Saturday, June 14th, from 5PM to 11PM. At the corner of Elysian Fields Ave & N Rampart for our fabulous, annual Pridefest block party. Our 2025 theme, ‘Be the Light,’ is a call to our New Orleans LGBTQ+ community to shine bright during these challenging times. Live Performances By: DJ Sammy Jo, Dusky Waters, Walter Miller & RuPaul’s Drag Race All-Star Kerri Colby with a special introduction by the New Orleans Gay Men’s Chorus! Explore dozens of vendor booths including food trucks, local artists, community non-profits, health services, and more.
· GRRLSPOT / THE QUEER WOMEN’S DANCE PARTY / NEW ORLEANS PRIDE: Saddle Bar; 715 Bienville St., New Orleans, LA : 6 p.m. Celebrate Pride with GrrlSpot’s PRIDE Roundup — the ultimate afterparty for queer women in New Orleans! Join us Saturday, June 14 at Saddle Bar for a wild, western-themed night featuring DJs, dancers, drinks, a mechanical bull, a balcony, and a packed dance floor full of amazing women. Join us right after the New Orleans Pride Parade for the rowdiest, queerest, and most boot-stompin’ celebration in town! GRRLSPOT’s PRIDE Roundup is bringing the dancefloor heat with: DJ sets all night long, Gorgeous go-go dancers, Craft cocktails & ice-cold beers, Mechanical bull rides (if you dare!), A sultry balcony scene and Hundreds of queer women ready to party. Western wear encouraged — boots, hats, fringe, and ride ’em cowgirl energy highly welcome.
· Lieder & Lingerie: Opera Burlesque: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA; 7 p.m. Lieder and Lingerie is a live music opera burlesque show featuring a rotating cast of opera singers, burlesque performers, and live musicians pushing the boundaries of Opera until she says her safe word. Do you need some titties with your ditties? Some schlongs with your songs? Then look no further than the opera strip-tease sensation, Lieder and Lingerie!! Tickets at Eventbrite.com and door.
· Country Dance: Gabby’s; 2021 Paris Road, Chalmette, LA; 8 – 10 p.m. Join us as we celebrate with some line dancing and two stepping! No cover. Don’t forget to come to our weekly line dance lessons on Tuesday nights at 8:00pm. Learn the line dances we do before the dance.
· Bear Necessities: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA; 8 p.m. Bear Necessities night , All Bears Welcomed! The less you wear the bigger the discount!
· Splash’s Rainbow Rave Dance Party: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 8 p.m. Help us raise funds for Pride 2025 while enjoying epic giveaways and an amazing show at 10 PM! DJ Ruff will be spinning your favorite beats ALL night long, with performances by the fabulous Kozmik & Nicole Foxx starting at 11:30! Let’s celebrate love, diversity, and dance till dawn together. Tickets at door and Eventbrite.com
· Rougaroux Rugby Social: Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave.; 9 p.m. – midnight. 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.
· Wanna Kiss: Dew Drop Inn Hotel & Lounge; 2836 Lasalle Street New Orleans, LA; 10 p.m.. – 2 a.m. Wanna kiss?!is a bold body positive pride sneaky link for the unapologetically queer and dear. this is where pleasure meets play & consent is key giving every identity and expression the space to be honored. Join us for a Sex Positive Night in New Orleans.
· Prideful Pleasures: Rabbit Hole NOLA: 1228 Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard, New Orleans, LA., 10 p.m. – 4 a.m. Join us for a night of dancing, delicious drinks, and pleasure! Tickets at door and Eventbrite.com
6/15
· The New Orleans Pridefest Pool Party and Tea Dance: The Railyard NOLA; 730 Poland Ave., New Orleans, LA; 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. This event is our newest addition to our Pridefest weekend calendar. Wind down Pridefest weekend with a sexy pool party and Sunday tea dance at The Railyard NOLA in the Bywater. Enjoy a bonus appearance by current season RuPaul’s Drag Race All-Star Kerri Colby and twirl to the music of NYC’s DJ Sammy J. Tickets available on Eventbrite. (New Orleans Pridefest Ambassadors get free entry and open bar to the Pool Party and Tea Dance on Sunday, June 15; access to the VIP area and open bar at New Orleans Pridefest on Saturday, June 14; and free entry, small bites, and open bar to the opening reception on Thursday, June 12. Learn more at nolapridefest.com/ambassador)
· Lynx Noir Presents Drip: Copa Cabana Courtyard; 333 Bourbon St., New Orleans, LA; 2 – 5 p.m. A New Orleans Pride Tea Dance with DJ Paul Lakeway.
· Pride, Pool & Play Party: 2 – 5 p.m. Dive In, Cool Off, Heat Up. Join the boys for a splash-worthy afternoon where the vibe is wet, wild, and unapologetically 21+, all-male identifying. This cool Mid City location is gonna get hot! Let loose and relieve some tension in a playful, pride-filled atmosphere—where every glance might turn into something more. We’re serving ice-cold beer, hard seltzers, and light snacks—perfect for those moments when you need to hydrate… or catch your breath. Bring your own towel. Location Address will be sent to the registered attendee email 24h before the event. *All tickets must be purchased in advance, no tickets available at the door. Tickets at https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/armeinius/pride-pool-play-party-men-only-21?fbclid=IwY2xjawKcrBtleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFZcFFSa2twMEdKQWt4MXpUAR6z_ipQ9t06hFclOYkithm4vL-DY-An6Wg_ie1e3D9vH4TIk7AM–YjII3vlw_aem_EFdn6i-wK7A946hehp_bcQ#
· Pride Film Festival: The Broad Theater; 636 N. Broad Ave., New Orleans, LA; 3 p.m. The movie is Bound. Official fundraiser for the Crescent City Leathermen. Admission is $12.
· Pride House Party on the NXT LVL Rooftop: B-Bob’s; 213 Conti St., Mobile, AL; 4 – 9 p.m. Get ready to celebrate Pride in style at our epic Pride House Party on the NXT LVL Rooftop – it’s gonna be lit! Come join us for the ultimate celebration of love and equality at B-Bob’s ! Get ready to dance the night away under the stars on the rooftop with amazing beats by DJVJ TAY and the company of your friends! Let your true colors shine as we come together to show our pride and support for the LGBTQ+ community. Don’t miss out on this epic event filled with laughter, love, and unforgettable memories.
6/17
· Sundown Striptease: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA; 9 p.m. A monthly showcase of New Orleans’ best macabre and avant garde variety acts! Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.
· Unapologetically Me – A Night of Queer Talent: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA; 10 p.m. Welcome to Unapologetically Me – A Night of Queer Talent! Join us at The AllWays Lounge & Cabaret for a night celebrating the diverse and vibrant queer community. Get ready for an evening filled with performances that showcase the incredible talent of LGBTQ+ artists. From drag queens to singers, dancers to poets, this event promises to be a celebration of authenticity and creativity. Come as you are and let your true self shine at this unforgettable night of queer talent. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.
6/18
· Burlesque Bingo with Lefty Lucy!: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 6 p.m. You’ve never played Bingo like this before! Chock full of fun facts, bad jokes, & Strip Tease. 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 as well as BURLESQUE ROULETTE: Where YOU choose the song Lefty Strips to! But she’ll only remove ONE item per round, so you’ll have to stick around till the end if you want to see the tassels twirl.
· NOAGE Potluck: St. Anna’s Episcopal Church; 1313 Esplanade Ave.; 6:30 – 8 p.m. A potluck dinner for the community. Come to eat, network, 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 itself, 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. Note: This event is intended for people who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Masks are recommended (unless you are actively eating/drinking).
· Hot Dog Drag Bingo: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA; 8 – 11 p.m. EUREEKA PRESENTS HOT DOG DRAG BINGO EVERY THIRD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH. Hosted by Eureeka Starfish and Bartender Brien! No cover, get a card and Play for weird and maybe fancy cheap prizes! Maybe catch a Special Drag Number from me! CECE’S DIVINE HOT DOGS will be popping up and selling some delicious wieners for you! We strongly encourage to dress for fun! Leather, Sexy, Himbo and Bimbo Energy is a huge plus. …. Or Dress like a Hot Dog!
6/19
· STARS OF THE STARS: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 7:30 p.m. I can see it in the stars: this show is guaranteed to blow your mind. STARS OF THE STARS is a monthly cabaret and variety show that celebrates each zodiac sign with a stacked cast of performers of that sign. This show is a perfect way to celebrate your birthday, or to just come out and be entertained by legendary artists. Drag, burlesque, even comedy and live music; we got it all, and we’ll show you the talent that the stars have bestowed upon us. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.
· Tits and Giggles Standup Comedy and Burlesque Show: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA; 9 p.m. Hosted by Vivi Noir
· Soiled Dove: Palm & Pine; 308 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA; 10 p.m. Karaoke Lesbian Bar pop-up with a Drag show at 11:30 p.m. with Justin Betweener and Duali-Tease.
6/20 – 6/23
· The Van Ella Bordella Presents: Salon de Plaisir: Marigny Opera House; 725 Saint Ferdinand Street New Orleans, LA; 8 p.m. New Orleans’ very own hit show The Van Ella Bordella is creating a stunning new spectacle. Join us for a night of sensual delights in our Palace of Pleasure at the historic Marigny Opera House. Madam Lola formally invites her guests to join her in the parlor as she presents extravagant, pleasurable performances by her courtesans and some very special visitors, all backed by our all-star band lead by Professor Hannah Kreiger-Benson. Indulge in decadence reminiscent of the Belle Époque era as we transport you to a world of glamour, romance, and…plaisir. Dress to impress and prepare to be enchanted from the very moment you walk in the door. Tickets at Eventbrite.com. Doors will open at 7 and show will begin promptly at 8. Please arrive on time.
6/20
· Joie Des Femmes: Big Couch; 1045 Desire St., New Orleans, LA.; 7 p.m. Im-prov comedy with wit and whimsy created through a femme lens. This isn’t just improv—it’s joy unleashed, creativity unbridled, and comedy elevated. Prepare for an evening of laughter, creativity, and surprises as the femme performers of Big Couch present Joie des Femmes ! This talented ensemble is ready to take the stage without a script, crafting entire worlds and unforget-table characters right before your eyes. Every scene, every twist, and every hi-larious moment is full of the witty, whimsical, and weird. Through their boundless imagination and undeniable chemistry, these improvisers celebrate the art of spontaneous storytelling with a uniquely femme perspective. Whether they’re exploring fantastical scenarios, diving into heartfelt relation-ships, or taking you on unexpected adventures, the performers of Joie des Femmes will captivate and delight you. Tickets at the door and Event-brite.com
· The Big Damn Show: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 8 p.m. New Orleans’ #1 comedy thrill-show featuring nationally recognized Drag & Burlesque artists, Magic Illusions, circus acts & sideshow stunts. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and the door.
· Renegade Bears Social: Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave.; 9 p.m. – midnight. Mix and mingle with the Renegade Bears social club at their monthly social! Join them for drink specials on the back patio from 9pm – midnight.
· Splash’s 10th Annual Ladies Pride Dance Party: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. Ladies, If you’re 21+, score half off cover before 11 PM! Get ready to vibe to the electrifying beats dropped by DJ Affiliated and enjoy fabulous performances by Mahogany Campbell, Kandy Cayne, & the queen herself, Host Miss Thing! Come together, celebrate your pride, and dance the night away! Let’s make this a night to remember
· Burning Hell Burlesque – Rock & Roll Burlesque Show: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10 p.m. From the UK’s jewel of burlesque and badass showgirl Pinky DeVille comes BURNING HELL BURLESQUE – an exciting 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.
· New Orleans Drag 101: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10:30 p.m. The show is back in session—and this faculty is ready to SLAY. Join Head Secretary Laveau Contraire and a dazzling roster of drag instructors for a crash course in drag excellence! Tuition: $20 General Admission. VIP Students: Reserved front-row seating + a surprise from the principal’s office! Pack your dollar bills, bring your trapper-keepers, and get there early for extra credit! Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.
6/21
· 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.
· Southern Decadence 53 Press Party: Bourbon Pub & Parade; 801 Bourbon St., New Orleans, LA.; 7 p.m. The Southern Decadence Grand Marshals invite you to the press party. Experience the ultimate celebration as they reveal the colors, song, theme and charities for this year’s Southern Decadence.
· Big Easy Roller Derby Pride Mashup: 3632 Desire Parkway, New Orleans, LA; 7 p.m. Join us for the second matchup of the night! Immediately following our 5:00 Allstars vs. Bradentucky bout, we’ll be hosting a Pride Mashup! $10 suggested donation at the door. For those that don’t know, a mashup is a normal roller derby bout, but between two teams made up of various skaters from all across the region, playing together for this night only! If you are interested in skating, reffing, NSOing, being an EMT or photographer, etc, sign up through the link below! (There’s also some great Big Easy Roller Derby Pride Merch to be found there as well!) Tickets at https://linktr.ee/bigeasyrollerderby?fbclid=IwY2xjawKcrh1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFZcFFSa2twMEdKQWt4MXpUAR6SwRoL3TClo7IrD2d-jVKQ-dPijBU37lo6pQyF6eIbpLIpN9vdR0TFJTlYLw_aem_ifVFTl3uMmqRWoALWr1grA
· Bette Tittler’s Broadville Follies: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA; 7 p.m. Join us for an unforgettable evening of entertainment at Bette Tittler’s Broadville Follies! Get ready to be dazzled by a spectacular show filled with music, drag, dance, and sideshow to an ALL MUSICAL THEATER score! Experience the charm and wit of Bette Tittler as she takes the stage with her troupe of talented performers. From hilarious skits to show-stopping musical numbers, from beautiful burlesque dancers to daring feats of skill, this event promises to keep you entertained from start to finish. Don’t miss out on this incredible experience! Mark your calendars and get ready to be part of the magic at Bette Tittler’s Broadville Follies. Book your tickets now and get ready for a night you won’t forget! Tickets at eventbrite.com or at the door.
· The Southern Barbitchuates: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA; 8 p.m. Drag show starring Moanalot Fontaine and guests.
· 22nd Annual Blue Party with DJ 2EZ: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. Wear your best blue and dance the night away to all your fave party anthems! Enjoy electrifying performances by London Manchester & the fabulous Miss Thing! The first 200 people get a FREE glow stick to light up the night. Tickets at door and Eventbrite.com
· Variété deVille – An Evening of New Orleans Cabaret & Variety: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA; 10:30 p.m. Get ready for a sensational Friday night delight as Pinky DeVille & friends present “Variete DeVille” – an exquisite showcase of all-star New Orleans burlesque, cabaret, and variety performances. Join us for a limited run of unforgettable evenings filled with glamour, entertainment, and captivating artistry. Indulge in the nostalgia of a bygone era as Pinky DeVille and her captivating cast transport you to the enchanting world of vintage New Orleans cabarets and classic variety shows. “Variété DeVille” is a tribute to the glamour, sophistication, and electric energy of those legendary performances that have stood the test of time. Surrounded by the velvet curtains of The Allways Lounge & Cabaret, you’ll be transported to a world of opulence and allure. The stage comes alive with sultry burlesque routines, toe-tapping cabaret melodies, and a medley of variety acts that will leave you breathless. Tickets: https://varietedeville.eventbrite.com
· Cynthia Lee Fontaine RPDR All Star Season 10: B-Bob’s; 213 Conti St., Mobile, AL; 10:30 p.m. Come see the Fabulous Cynthia Lee Fontaine of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 10 on the B-Bob’s stage! Cynthia Lee Fontaine from RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 10 is bringing her fabulous performance to B-Bob’s ! Get ready for a night of high-energy entertainment and jaw-dropping looks. Don’t miss the chance to see this iconic queen in person, serving you charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent. Meet & Greet starts at 10:30 pm Show is at 11:30 pm. Advance tickets at Eventbrite.com
6/22
· Pride Film Festival: The Broad Theater; 636 N. Broad Ave., New Orleans, LA; 3 p.m. The movie is The Celluloid Closet. Official fundraiser for the Crescent City Leathermen. Admission is $12.
· Unveiling of the UpStairs Lounge Plaque: Corner of Iberville & Charters Streets; French Quarter, New Orleans, LA; 5 p.m. Ceremony followed by a front line to the Crossing NOLA for food and live entertainment.
· CHERRY! A Comedy Show About First Times: The Virgin Hotel New Orleans; 550 Baronne St., New Orleans, LA; 6 – 8 p.m. Settle into Dreamboat for a night of laughs with Ryan Rodgers and some of New Orleans’ finest comics—Akeyla Aluko, Tee-Ray Bergeron, Shep Kelly, and Ramsey Rohner. Sip a cocktail, kick back, and enjoy some cheeky, late-night fun. Tickets at door and Eventbrite.com
6/23
· Almost Naked Karaoke: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 9:30 p.m. Enjoy Naked Karaoke with Kip Kendal & Trey Bien. Come sign & Strip (nudity optional). Suggested donation $5 – $10
6/24
· Juju & Cassidy present- On a TUESDAY?!: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 7 p.m. The most action packed variety show on a Tuesday. 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, you’ll be shocked, amazed and aroused. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and the door.
6/25
· The Unofficial Video Game Night: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA; 8 p.m. – midnight This is not a Competition show to win anything, just a casual game night bring some snacks some controllers for the switch we have Mario Kart Deluxe for the Switch !
6/26
· Hahas & Tatas Comedy Burlesque Revue: The Original Nite Cap; 1300 Saint Bernard Avenue Second Floor New Orleans, LA; 8:30 p.m. Prepare your funnybone to be tickled at Hahas & Tatas Burlesque Comedy Revue! Join us at The Original Nitecap for a night of laughter & entertainment! Experience a unique blend of burlesque and stand up comedy that will leave you in stitches! EVERY 2nd & 4th THURSDAY; 7P Doors // 8P Show; $10 Cover. Tickets at the door and Eventbrite.com
6/27
· Sip & Dip: True Colors Night: Audubon Zoo; 6500 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA; 7 – 10 p.m. Splash into wild summer fun with the return of Sip+Dip at Audubon Cool Zoo Waterpark! Relax by the pool with our second round of an epic LGBTQ+ celebration with music by DJ Debbie with a D, tasty drinks and laid-back vibes. Whether you’re here to swim, dance, or just relax, Sip+Dip has something for everyone. This exclusive 21+ adults-only evening features refreshing drinks, bites, great music, and the best poolside vibes. TICKETS: GA Tickets: $50 per person. Entry at 7:00 p.m. Food & beverages available for purchase. VIP Tickets: $75 per person. Entry at 6:30. Includes 1 free drink ticket, access to Oyster Beach with private bar & exclusive menu. Cabana VIP Ticket: $400-$500 | Private cabana, 6 VIP tickets | 1 free drink ticket per guest & access to Oyster Beach. More details about Sip+Dip can be found here: bit.ly/4kpr8oX
· Crescent City Leathermen Social: Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave., New Orleans, LA.; 9 p.m. – midnight. Mix and mingle with CCL at their monthly social! Join them for drink specials.
· Splash’s Pride Party 2025: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. DJ Affiliated is gonna be spinning the hottest pride party hits ALL NIGHT LONG. Don’t miss out on amazing performances of the biggest pride anthems by London Manchester, Dutchess Demure, and the fabulous Host Miss Thing! Plus, snag your exclusive Splash pride merch during the show! Tickets at door and Eventbrite.com
· French Quarter Cabaret – A Variety Burlesque Experience: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA; 10 p.m. Scorpio Boys Entertainment has been producing for over 13 years. French Quarter Cabaret is a show that happens every 4th Friday of the month. This is produced by award winning producers: Eros Sea and Poseidon Davenport. We offer a unique cabaret vibe with a burlesque twist. We sing, dance, laugh, and have a gay ole time! This show is a fun carefree way to start your Friday!!! Everyone is welcome and everybody is celebrated. This is a free show at the door, but if you want to ensure the best seat possible and get the most out of your experience, reserve your seat today at Eventbrite.com.
· Venusian Nights: A Drag & Burlesque Spectacle: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10:30 p.m. Tickets available at eventbrite.com and at the door. Experience the Venusian Nights in the heart of New Orleans! Join us for a night filled with mesmerizing performances and unforgettable moments. Expect glamour and camp to the umpteenth degree. Indulge in the vibrant atmosphere, as the energy of the crowd merges with the twinkling lights and pulsating music. Let yourself be immersed in the dreamlike ambiance of this one-of-a-kind extravaganza
· Pearl of The Marigny Cabaret: Burlesque, Drag & Variety: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10:30 p.m. Pearl of the Marigny Cabaret presents award winning burlesque, drag and variety arts, featuring the glittering stars of the AllWays Lounge. CASH ONLY (atm available) pay at the door. $25 general admission. $45 admission + champagne toast. SHOWTIMES VARY, please see individual date for start time. Doors are 30 min prior.
6/28
· Onyx Social: Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave., New Orleans, LA.; 9 p.m. – midnight. Mix and mingle with Onyx at their bi-monthly social! Join them for drink specials.
· RuPaul’s Drag Race stars and TikTok Sensations Sugar & Spice – Pride Dance Party 2025: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. Start your engines and get those reels ready because Splash is turning up the heat this Pride! Celebrate your pride with fabulous performances from Sugar & Spice and the Bombshells of Baton Rouge, plus the hottest pride dance mixes by DJ SQRD all night long! Want to take it to the next level? Upgrade to VIP for exclusive lounge access and a meet and greet with Sugar & Spice! Let’s make this Pride unforgettable. Tickets available at door and Eventbrite.com
· KAPOW: Burlesque, Drag & Variety with a BANG!: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA; 10 p.m. Vivacious Miss Audacious presents: KAPOW: Burlesque, Drag, Variety with a BANG! A powerhouse entertainment experience 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
6/29
· New Orleans Mac & Cheese Festival: The Festival Plaza; 8700 Lake Forest Blvd, New Orleans, LA; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The New Orleans Mac & Cheese Festival 2025 is set to take place in New Orleans East, promising an exciting celebration of cheesy delights and delectable fried chicken. Attendees can savor a variety of unique interpretations of this beloved comfort food from numerous vendors. Whether you prefer a classic version, or one loaded with toppings, there is something to satisfy every mac & cheese and fried chicken enthusiast. Guests are invited to sample an array of Mac & Cheese and Fried Chicken dishes from different vendors, while enjoying music, dancing, beverages, and shopping opportunities. Admission is $10, which can be redeemed for a Mac & Cheese with Chicken Bites Sampler. For further details, please visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nola-mac-cheese-festival-2025-fried-chicken-a-soule-train-extravaganza-tickets-1110667579629?aff=oddtdtcreator
· Drag Brunch: The Origin Hotel Baton Rouge Downtown; 400 North Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA; 11 a.m. Get ready to sip, savor, and slay! The Origin Hotel Baton Rouge Downtown is bringing the ultimate brunch experience to its signature restaurant, Passé, with a Drag Brunch on Sunday, June 29th, at 11 AM. This high-energy event will feature dazzling performances, delicious brunch offerings, and an unforgettable atmosphere. Guests can secure their seats for $50 in advance or $60 at the door, with the option to upgrade to bottomless mimosas for just $10 more. With limited seating available, early reservations are strongly encouraged! Don’t miss this chance to experience a brunch like no other—where fierce performances meet fantastic flavors. Whether you’re celebrating with friends, toasting to pride, or just looking for a fabulous start to your weekend, this is an event you won’t want to miss!Tickets are expected to sell out quickly, so grab yours today! For reservations and more details, contact The Origin Hotel Baton Rouge at 225-224-0022 or visit https://www.eventbrite.com/
· Sunday Brunch and Bizarre Bazaar: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA; 10:30 a.m. Come out for church with Vanessa Carr Kennedy, free brunch food and a unique art market.
· Pride Film Festival: The Broad Theater; 636 N. Broad Ave., New Orleans, LA; 3 p.m. The movie is Querelle. Official fundraiser for the Crescent City Leathermen. Admission is $12.
· Clown Church: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA; 9 p.m. Hosted By the one and only Juju.
6/30
· Not Another Drag Movie: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA; 8 p.m. Step into the world of early 2000s dance flicks — but make it queer, camp, and totally unhinged! This drag and variety spectacular pays tribute to iconic movies like Footloose, Step Up, You Got Served, Honey, and Save the Last Dance with parody performances, burlesque body rolls, and throwback choreography. Expect a cast of fierce drag & burlesque performers, a raffle with prizes hotter than Channing Tatum, and pure nostalgia, served with rhinestones and body glitter✨Come dressed in your best 2000s dance floor look and prepare to pop, lock, and love it. Hosted by Justin Betweener and Blue Muhlowd. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.