There is magic in the air this December in NOLA. Holiday events are always so festive and there are so many goings-ons this year. Here are just some of the hot happenings in December to put on your “Gaydar.” If you want your event listed, send me an email at ledgemgp@gmail.com.
Weekly Events
Monday:
* NOAGE New Orleans Walking Group; Lafitte Greenway; 500 Norman C. Francis Parkway 6 p.m. NOAGE’s weekly walking group meets on Mondays at 6:00 PM. 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.
* 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
* LAZY SUSAN KARAOKE: Oz; 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:
* Betty’s Trivia Night; Betty’s Bar & Bistro; 700 Burgundy St.; 7 – 9 p.m. Come play some trivia and enjoy drink specials. Hosted by Lawrence Edward.
* 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: GrandPre’s; 834 N Rampart St.; 8 – 9 p.m. The Big Easy Stompers have free dance classes every Tuesday at Grandpre’s. They have been giving dance classes to the LGBT community and general public for the last 26 years. Classes are free and start at 8:00PM and open dancing at 9:00pm. All are welcome and beginners are welcome.
* No Judgement 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.; 8 – 10 p.m. The Phoenix Pool Tournament is hosted by Jesse 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.
* Bourbon Boylesque: Oz; 800 Bourbon St.; 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. Hosted by: Ariana Amour The Gentleman of Oz are back!!!
Wednesday:
* Wednesday Trivia Night: Crossing NOLA; 439 Dauphine St.; 7 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
* 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.
* Bing-Ho Night: Betty’s Bar & Bistro; 700 Burgundy St.; 9 p.m. Games with great prizes hosted by Lexis Redd D’Ville.
* Karaoke Night @ Sipps: SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave. Gulfport, MS; 9 p.m. – midnight. Come sing your heart out.
* Show Night at Oz; Oz; 800 Bourbon St.; 9:30-11:30 p.m. Hosted by Persana Shoulders featuring the Ladies of Oz and DJ Tim Pflueger.
* Cupid’s Love Shack Karaoke; George’s Place; 860 St. Louis St., Baton Rouge; 10 p.m. – midnight. Queen’s Karaoke is hosted every Wednesday by Evan Cupit starting at 10 p.m.
Thursday:
* 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’ beloved Storyville spectacle, is back with an all new show, original music, and the courtesans you know and love, all with taking the necessary precautions. Limited seating and masks required. Join Madam Lola van Ella and her intoxicating and charming courtesans for an evening of debauchery, scandal, decadent delights and scintillating Victorian era brothel history. Bring your open mind, a daring sense of adventure and leave your inhibitions at the door for an immersive, theatrical and fabulous evening of burlesque harlotry. For tickets, go to www.eventbrite.com.
* Ha Has & Ta Tas: Jinx Bar & Grill; 91 French Market Pl. 6 – 8 p.m. This summer join us for a show of epic proportions! You’ll laugh until it hurts in the pants! Our Comedy Burlesque has been called anything but boring! The most fun you’ll have on a Thursday Night.
* Bingo Night: The Silver Fox; 740 Burgundy St.; 10 p.m. Blackout Bingo every Thursday starting at 9 p.m. There will be prizes.
* Oz Strip Off; Oz; 800 Bourbon St.; 10 p.m. – midnight. Come enjoy the Oz Strip Off contest sponsored by Swiss Navy and hosted by Persana Shoulders. Contestants in this male gogo competition can win $300 in cash and prizes for 1st Place.
* Grind: Poor Boys Bar; 1328 St. BernardAve.; 10 p.m. Dance Party hosted by Boy Toy at poor boys bar every Thursday 10pm to 4am.
Friday:
* The Big Easy Teezy: Jinx Bar & Grill; 91 French Market Pl. 6:30 p.m. Bringing you the best Burlesque Dinner Show. Kick your night off eating oysters while Vivi Noir & her glamorous friends tease & tantalize. Its a great way to start off your night!
* Trixie Minx’s Burlesque Ballroom at The Jazz Playhouse, feat. Romy Kaye: 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; 800 Bourbon St.; 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 at Ugly Dog Saloon in New Orleans Warehouse District.The open-mic list often features the city’s best comedians, visiting comics, national touring acts & first timers. It’s a relaxed environment where audience members can enjoy fantastic BBQ & an uncensored adult show. It’s FREE to attend, but tipping’s highly encouraged (comics gotta eat, too). Here, comics are encouraged to test material, get better & have fun – in an environment that celebrates risk & fosters community.
* Bayou Blues Burlesque: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10:30 p.m. Tickets available at eventbrite.com and at the door. A wonderful intimate night of live blues music accompanied by burlesque and variety acts. Drink specials by your favorite bartenders and comfy seating to enjoy the art of the strip tease. For everyone’s safety, we do require proof of vaccination and masks for attendance. We promise it will be worth it. 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.
* 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 III 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.
* 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
* A Spot of Tea-se: Jinx Bar & Grill; 91 French Market Pl. 1 p.m. Vivi Noir & Friends bring you a little afternoon taste of tease. Enjoy your Brunch while seeing a burlesque beauty every 15 minutes!
* Talk Nerdy To Me: A Weekly Nerdlesque Revue; Dragon’s Den; 435 Esplanade Avenue; 7 – 9:30 p.m. Presented by The Society of Sin Burlesque & Variety, New Orleans’ Premiere Nerdlesque Troupe, Talk Nerdy To Me blends burlesque with your favorite fandoms and pop culture icons for a taste of live-action fan fiction. Every week is a different show filled with new nerdlesque and variety acts from our rotating cast of professional entertainers. Doors at 7, show at 7:30 p.m. Admission $15. For more info, visit www.thesocietyofsin.com or contact us at thesocietyofsin@gmail.com.
* Kingz & Corsets: A Sexy Studded Affair: Oz; 800 Bourbon St.; 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.
* JEFF D BIG. GAY. COMEDY.: American Townhouse; 1012 N. Rampart St.; 9 – 10:30 p.m. Nationally touring stand-up comedian and actor Jeff D (Seen on Comedy Central, Hulu, FX) brings the FUNNY to American Townhouse EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT at 9PM. Tickets at door or available at eventbrite.com
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.
* Sunday Drag Brunch: Barrilleaux Restaurant; 2000 Burgundy st.; 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with a rotating cast and show director. Bottomless mimosas. Call 504-609-6390 for reservations.
* A Spot of Tea-se: Jinx Bar & Grill; 91 French Market Pl. 1 p.m. Vivi Noir & Friends bring you a little afternoon taste of tease. Enjoy your Brunch while seeing a burlesque beauty every 15 minutes! Trash Disco; Cafe Lafitte in Exile; 901 Bourbon St.; 4 – 10 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.
* Sunday Sidepiece Show: Betty’s Bar & Bistro; 700 Burgundy St.; 5 – 8 p.m. Come out for cocktails, food and great entertainment every Sunday at 5 p.m.
* Sunday Funday with Gorgeous Divas; The Golden Lantern; 1239 Royal St.; 5 – 7 p.m. Come out and enjoy a great drag show with drink specials.
* 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 III Felicia Phillips and former Southern Decadence Grand Marshal hosts.
* SIPPS Drag Bingo: SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave.; 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Come play bingo for great prizes every Sunday with Estelle Suarez.
* Drag Bingeaux; Oz; 800 Bourbon St.; 7 – 9 p.m. Hosted by Persana Shoulders with spotlight drag performances throughout the evening and dancing with DJ Tim Pflueger.
* 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 over-the-top burlesque and variety show that promises looks to kill and acts to die for. The Society of Sin Burlesque & Variety every Sunday at The Maison on Frenchman at 7p. Every week there will be a different show filled with decadent costumes, extravagant aesthetics, and big moods from our rotating cast of professional entertainers. For tickets, go to www.eventbrite.com
* Sing-A-Long Sundays: Bourbon Pub & Parade; 801 Bourbon St.; 8 p.m. – 3 a.m. Join Gay Appreciation Award Winner VJ Brendanfor Sing-A-Long Sundays.
* Lipstixx Ladies on Parade; Bourbon Pub & Parade; 801 Bourbon St.; 8 – 10 p.m. Hosted by Miss Aubrey Synclaire and starring…Mercedez L’Oreal, Tiffany Alexander and Miss Love Latonia. Showtime 8pm Sharp! Reservations accepted on a “first come first serve” at 504-529-2107.
* Show Night at Oz; Oz; 800 Bourbon St.; 9:30-11:30 p.m. Hosted by Persana Shoulders featuring the Ladies of Oz and DJ Tim Pflueger.
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12/1 – 12/3
* M.U.S.E.: Loyola Department of Theatre Arts & Dance: Monroe Hall Studio 603; 7:30 p.m. all three nights. M.U.S.E. will make its debut as an original Movement Piece inspired by individual and group conversations of 6 performing artists by applying the process: Meditate, Unpack, Synthesize, and Evolve. It is an introspective look at how life events influence perspective, the ability to form community and the desire to evolve. M.U.S.E is directed by Loyola Theatre Arts & Dance Faculty Member, Kai Knight. As a choreographer, performer, and instructor, Knight is an active member in the New Orleans based cultural performance companies Kumbuka African Drum and Dance Collective and Bamboula 2000 Band. This event is free – however, to attend the event you must secure a digital ticket online! For tickets visit: http://cmm.loyno.edu/loyola-presents/buy-tickets
12/1 – 12/17
* Craiglisted: Loyola’s Marquette Theater: 6301 St. Charles Avenue. 12/1, 12/2, 12/3, 12/8, 12/9, 12/19, 12/14, 12/15, 12/16, 12/17 – 7:30pm; 12/4, 12/11 – 3pm Travel back to 2015, when the classifieds website Craigslist reigned supreme in all things. Maggie, a broke college student finds quick, consistent cash helping strangers on the world-wide web express their wildest sides in this quirky new dark comedy by Sharai Bohannon. For tickets, go to ci.ovationtix.com/35693/production/1130482
12/1 – 12/18
* The Amazing Acro-Cats Meowy Catmas Special: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave. For the month of December we feature our Meowy Catmas special – purrformances JUST FOR MEW ORLEANS! Celebrate Christmas (or Catmas) with us by watching cats jump through wreaths, roll an ornament, push a sleigh, and performing an array of other seasonal tricks. Real rescued house cats that delight and amaze audiences of all ages.There will also be a special appearance by The Rock-Cats (the only cat band in the entire WORLD!) playing seasonal holiday selections such as “A Cat in a Manger,” “Catnip Roasting on an Open Fire,” and “God Rest Ye Merry Kittens” (songs might not be performed as described).Our Amazing Acro-Cat bus is also a mobile fostering unit for Rock Cats Rescue, helping cats and kittens across the nation find their furrever homes. Proceeds always benefit our cause of foster and rescue. Rock Cats Rescue has fostered and found homes for over 309 cats and kittens, some of them being from Mew Orleans! For ticket, dates and times go to https://meowycatmas.brownpapertickets.com/
12/1
* WHIV 102.3 FM Community Voice Awards/Anniversary Celebration: The Shops at the CAC; 900 Camp St.; 6 p.m. WHIV 102.3 FM Community Voice Awards and Anniversary Celebration. Join us as we celebrate 8 yrs of social justice & human rights radio. Tickets available at eventbrite.com
* World AIDS Day Vigil: Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave.; 6:30 p.m. Join us for our annual World AIDS Day vigil as we remember those we have lost, support those still here, and rededicate ourselves to the work still left ahead. All are welcome. 6:30pm – Folks will gather on the neutral ground across from the Phoenix Bar (Elysian Fields and N Rampart). Candles and ribbons will be provided. 6:45pm – The Big Easy Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence will lead us in a candlelit procession to the AIDS Memorial at Washington Square. 6:50 pm – Following a prayer and blessing, members of our community will share their stories and remembrances
* Faces of New Orleans: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 11 p.m. Four Suits Entertainment presents “Bombshell Burlesque – Faces of New Orleans”. Tickets available at eventbrite.com
12/2 – 12/4
* Christkindlmarkt: Deutsches Haus; 1700 Moss St.; Times – Friday, December 2, 4pm to 8pm, Saturday, December 3, 11am to 8pm, Sunday, December 4, 11am to 4pm. Deutsches Haus is proud to announce that Christkindlmarkt will be returning this year better than ever. Upon entering the grounds, you will experience a German Christmas with festive live music and beautiful Christmas lights in the evening. Stop by and get authentic ornaments made in Germany and shop from many local and regional artists and crafters for the perfect gifts. Along with shopping, enjoy German foods, desserts, and of course Glühwein (mulled wine) to keep warm and complete the experience. No entrance fee. Parking on grounds for customers is free while space is available.
* SIX: Saenger Theater; 1111 Canal St.; Friday 8 p.m.; Saturday 2 & 8 p.m.; Sunday 1 & 6:30 p.m. From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the mic to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an exuberant celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over. Tickets available at https://www.saengernola.com/shows/six
12/2 – 12/11
* Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn: Jefferson Performing Arts Center; 6400 Airline Drive; Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m. with Sunday matinees at 2:00 p.m. Jefferson Performing Arts Society presents Holiday Inn. The show will be directed by Leslie Castay. This 2016 musical based on the 1942 film starring Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire, is a sparkling, funny and heartwarming musical containing a luscious Irving Berlin score filled with classics such as “Blue Skies”, “Heat Wave”’, “Cheek to Cheek”, “Easter Parade”, and of course, “White Christmas”.
12/2
* Live Girls Improv Comedy: Zeitgeist Theatre & Lounge; 6621 Saint Claude Ave.; 7 p.m. Part of the Improv Shows In New Orleans collection. See energetic, character-driven improv comedy from an all female ensemble. Tickets available at door and eventbrite.com
* Walking with the Gay Ghosts of New Orleans: Santos Bar; 1135 Decatur St.; 7:30 p.m. Creep the French Quarter streets, where Butch Lesbians had turf wars, Nun’s imprisoned Suckers, and Pirates sold Booty. Starting point is Santos Bar – tickets available at eventbrite.com
* Elysian Follies Burlesque: Madame Vic’s; 1500 Elysian Fields Ave.; 8 p.m. Enjoy an intimate & wild cabaret experience starring exquisite singing showgirls, burlesque bombshells and a touch of daring drag in this decadent & delightful floor show, tucked away in the Faubourg Marigny of New Orleans. 8pm doors, 9pm show;ntickets@missaudacious.com
* 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 from 9pm – midnight.
* Birthday Bash: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. All birthdays in December receive a complimentary bottle of champagne and. $25 gift voucher to use the month of their birthday. Special drag performances will be throughout the night.
* Sisters of St. Claude; The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10:30 p.m. The Allways lounge and Cabaret proudly presents the Sisters of Saint Claude; this is a drag review featuring the drag artists who have become the pride of the Saint Claude strip. Local favorites Siren and Christopher Robin coproduce and host this throwback show featuring Lip-syncs and live vocals from before the year 2000 along with a rotating cast of stars on the rise. For tickets: https://sistersofstclaude.bpt.me/. Doors are at 9:30 with the show starting at 10 p.m. sharp. $15 cover.
* December Birthday Bash: SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave. Gulfport, MS; 11:30 p.m. Featuring Performances by Nicole DuBois. Birthdays in the month of December receive a free bottle of champagne.
12/3
* Mama Honey’s Drag Brunch; Artisan Cafe; 2517 St. Claude Ave.; Showtimes at 11 a,m. and 1 p.m. Mama Honey’s Drag Brunch, hosted by Vanessa Carr, returns! Join us for the finest drag entertainment around and an amazing brunch menu! Tickets may be found on eventbrite or by calling 504-510-4340.
* Los Islenos Christmas and Bonfire: 1357 Bayou Road, St. Bernard; 4 – 8 p.m. Come and enjoy an evening of local schools performing and singing Christmas songs and walk the grounds and enjoy the beautiful Christmas decorations! We will also have a bonfire after the school’s performances! We will be selling Hot dogs and chili, jambalaya, nachos and cheese, drinks and water.
* Algiers Holiday Bonfire and Concert: 200 Morgan St.; 4:30 – 8 p.m. The Algiers Bonfire is Algiers’ largest public event and pays tribute to Louisiana’s river parish bonfire tradition. Listen to musical performances, eat food from local vendors, and shop at the holiday craft market. The star of the event however, is the 30’ sculptural bonfire, designed by NOLA Burners, which is then set ablaze. Easily accessible with the Algiers ferry, and with the New Orleans’ skyline as the perfect backdrop. This year, join us for brass and a bonfire on the batture. Performances by The Young Pinstripe Brass Band, the Edna Karr Marching Band, and others will set the scene for a wonderful Holiday event done New Orleans Style. Specialty holiday cocktails provided by Happy Raptor Distilling and beer from Southern Eagle. Get your holiday shopping done at our Algiers holiday market, in partnership with Bounyful Market and StayLocal. This event is free!
* Krampus NOLAuf Parade: French Quarter, Marigny Bywater; 7 p.m. Krewe of Krampus is returning to a walking parade on the streets of New Orleans after two years of pivoting to a stationary parade, Krampus NOLAuf 2022 is poised to be even bigger than ever. The Krewe of Krampus is leading the way by elevating not only the creative standards of walking parades, but also in advancing the inclusion and accessibility of both membership and viewership. Proposed Route: (subject to change by NOPD) Starting at Jackson Square the parade will head back to Bywater.. Start at corner of Chartres St. and St. Peter. – Continue up Chartres St. and turn left on Port St. – Turn right onto Dauphine St. – Turn right on to Piety St. – End at corner of Piety St. and Royal St.
* 5th Annual Improvisations Gala: New Orleans Jazz Museum; 400 Esplanade Ave.; 7 p.m. Tickets available at eventbrite.com Encouraging Education and Improvisation for a New Generation of Musicians. Experience an Evening of Variations with an exciting mix of the finest local and national musical talents, New Orleans cuisine, an engaging Sound Collage lighting installation, and jazz history exhibits throughout the historic Jazz Museum complex at 400 Esplanade Avenue. The Improvisations Gala envelops an entire city block to celebrate our music and culture at the epicenter of music on the edge of the French Quarter.. All funds raised by the Improvisations Gala directly support the Jazz Museum’s education programs and expansion initiatives. Visit nolajazzmuseum.org/gala for more details.
* The New Orleans High Society Hour!: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 8 – 10 p.m. A night of live jazz featuring New Orleans High Society, with vocals and burlesque by Angie Z and a rotating cast of her intoxicating friends. VIP includes reserved seating, a champagne cocktail and a digital album from the band. For tickets, go to www.eventbrite.com.
* 2023 Miss Gay Louisiana USofA – Saints & Sinners: Androgyny; 194 Monarch Dr., Houma; 8 p.m.$10 advance tickets or $15 General Admission at door. Annual preliminary to Miss Gay USofA. Starring Sasha Black Miss Gay Louisiana USofA 2020-23 Featuring Miss Gay USofA 2022 Tonica E Cavalli. Doors open at 8pm and Pageant at 9pm
* Legends of Drag NOLA Release Party: GrandPre’s; 834 N. Rampart St.; 8 p.m. Legends of Drag NOLA release party, featuring an all-star drag show + book signing!
* Nightmare Before Christmas: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 8 p.m. – 2 a.m. This event will be held at Splash Night Club, Upstairs. This event is being Hosted by The Mystic Krewe of Apollo Baton Rouge & 10/31 Consortium. A Truly Wicked Christmas Drag Show. The Doors will open at 8pm CST. The Drag Show will start at 9:30pm CST. There will be a $20 Admission & This includes Food. There will also be a Cash Bar.
* Trinity The Tuck – Ru Paul’s Drag Race Superstar: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. Splash welcomes RuPaul Drag Race Superstar: Trinity The Tuck! Starring RuPaul’s Drag Race star Trinity The Tuck! Featuring a meet and greet at 10p, followed by performances starting at 11:30 by Trinity The Tuck, and the Bombshells of Baton Rouge: London Manchester, Santana A. Savage, & Nakita London!
* Christmas Spectacular Show Night: SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave. Gulfport, MS; 9 p.m. Spotlight Dance Music throughout the Night. DJ Dolla Bill spinning top dance music throughout the night! 21+ to enter. $10 Cover Charge.
* NOW That’s What I Call Queer: Twelve Mile Limit; 500 S. Telemachus St.; 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. Your favorite sweaty, sassy, queer as fuck dance party is back for its fourth installment at Twelve Mile Limit. NO COVER!
* Foxy Rose Variety Show: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 11 p.m. Each month features a new lineup of incredible performers! This show has everything you come to New Orleans to see in one show! Tickets available at eventbrite.com
12/4
* Brunch w/ The Real Drag Queen of New Orleans: Southport Hall; 200 Monticello Ave.; 11 a.m. Southport Hall presents Brunch with the Real Drag Queens of New Orleans on Sunday Dec 4th from 11-3. $65 Bottomless Mimosas, Brunch. Tickets available at eventbrite.com
* Drag Telenovela Show: American Townhouse: 1012 Rampart St.; noon – 3pm Drag Telenovela Show happens on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of every month. Doors open at noon with show starting at 1 p.m.
12/5
* Brainy Burlesque: A Trivia Night: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10 p.m. Each month we present a different trivia theme, with burlesque performances between rounds, and a featured burlesque performer closing out the show! But don’t be discouraged! You needn’t know much to play this game, bribe us for points, and get ready for the silliest, sexiest trivia show in town. We have prizes at the end of each round!
12/6
* Last Resort: A Holiday Special: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10 p.m. Welcome and behold from Himbo & Thembo productions we present to you Last Resort: A Too Niche Cabaret! There will be burlesque, drag, dance, live singing, freakshow, comedy, and so much more! Are you ready for a hyper-specific show that will knock your socks off. Feel replenished with our specialty cocktails and delicious food provided by the AllWays Lounge and Cabaret and Sweets Meats! Tickets available at eventbrite.com
12/7
* 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!
12/8
* Christmas Drag Bingo: Androgyny; 194 Monarch Dr., Houma; 6 p.m. Come out December 8th to the Christmas Edition of the Drag Queen Bingo show at Androgyny!!! We have an amazing lineup of Entertainers to call the balls, play the games, and give you life. We have Anita Razr, Naomi Starr , and Jacquelyn Cayne as your host and Emcee, as well as your newly crowned Miss Southern Drag Network Newcomer 2023 Destiny Sterling!!! Come out for the fun and Bafoonery and let’s celebrate the holidays BINGO STYLE! Tacky Sweater Contest! Sponsored by ConxXxions of Houma.
12/9
* 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 Bud Lite on the back patio from 9pm – midnight.
* Christmas Party & Toy Drive: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. bring an unwrapped toy and receive free cover and all drinks $3 until 11 p.m. Special Christmas performances start at 11 p.m.
* Qween Quan’s Queer Content Cabaret:The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 11 p.m. Qween Quan’s Queer Content Cabaret is a showcase of queer talent in all forms. That’s right there’s drag, burlesque, live music/ singing, clowns, fashion and more. Join us in a warm-hearted (sometimes even S E X Y) all inclusive presentation! Tickets are available at door and eventbrite.com
12/10
* 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.
* Running of the Santa – New Orleans: Mannings/Generations Hall;Mannings 519 Fulton St. (Start); 4 p.m. Event includes drink specials, live DJs/bands, costume contest and food vendors. VIP tickets include open bar at Generations Hall from 6 – 10 p.m. Run takes place at 5:45 p.m. Tickets available at eventbrite.com
* HRC LA State Dinner: Hyatt Regency Hotel; 601 Poydras St.; 5:30 p.m. HRC is excited to host this in-person fundraising dinner. The support generated from this event will help fuel the work for equality. Our Welcome Reception for all guests will begin at 5:30 pm with the main program beginning at 7:00 pm. HRC encourages you to dress however you feel comfortable. Have fun with it! Whether that is black tie, festive or casual, the important thing is that you are there. The purchase of each dinner ticket comes with a complimentary year of HRC membership. To learn more about what it means to be a member and membership options, visit https://www.hrc.org/get-involved/memberships Using the details provided during Pre-Check In, HRC may send you pertinent announcements and updates concerning the dinner before and during the event. For tickets got to https://tickets.hrc.org/
* Big Easy Stompers Annual Country Christmas Dance: GrandPre’s; 834 N. Rampart St.; 8 – 11 p.m.Come celebrate the holiday season with the Big Easy Stompers at our annual Country Christmas Dance! We will have light refreshments, a birthday cake to celebrate everyone with a December birthday, and maybe even some door prizes! And of course, there will be lots of line dancin’ and two-steppin’! Please make sure you can join us for our last dance of the year. Our dance has no cover and is free for everyone to attend!
* Rouxgarou Rugby Beer Bust; Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave.; 9 p.m. Get to know our Rouxgarou Rugby team at their monthly beer bust social! $10 all you can drink draft Bud Lite on the back patio.
* Saturday Night Remix: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. Splash presents the Hottest Dance Party in the Capital City! Splash’s Saturday Night Remix! Featuring the hottest hip hop, pop, dance, and EDM Remixes with performances by London Manchester & Santana A. Savage.
* Moral Panic: A Stand-Up Comedy Showcase! The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10 p.m. Stand-up comedy at the AllWays Lounge! Tickets available at door and eventbrite.com
* Fleur de Tease Holiday Show: Toulouse Theater; 615 Toulouse St.; 8 – 10 p.m. Tis the season for teasing! Fleur de Tease is thrilled to be announce our “Holiday Showcase” at the Toulouse Theatre on Saturday December 10th, with shows at 8p & 10p Our eclectic cast of dazzling dancers, high flying aerialists, and variety entertainers take a unique spin on everything naughty & nice, with a little extra spice. Featuring a wide array of acts such as fan dancing to classic Christmas songs, an enchanting winter coven, & even a comic oversized dreidel that isn’t the only thing you will see twirling on stage! Show Times: 8pm & 10pm; Tickets: trixieminx.com
* Bayou Beauties ShowNight: Androgyny; 194 Monarch Dr., Houma; 10:30 p.m.LGBT+ ShowNight with Bambi Bextor, Gia Malone, Tara Hole Royale, and Giselle Trivianni. Cover $6 for 21up $10 for 18-20
* Psychedelic Speakeasy; The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 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
12/11
* Poppy’s Pop-Up Drag Brunch: Tujague’s Restaurant; 429 Decatur Street; 11 a.m. Join Poppy and her fabulous friends on Sunday, December 11th for a dazzling brunch! The show will be filled with singing and dancing while you enjoy a three course meal and bottomless mimosas. Celebrate the holiday season with us at Tujague’s! Tickets are $70 per person plus tax and gratuity. Visit OpenTable and click on “Experiences” or call 504-525-8676 to make your reservation. Prepayment is required for this event.
* Christmas Drag Brunch: Uncle Matt’s Bar & Patio; 2302 Hickory Ave.; 11 a.m. Drag brunch returns to Uncle Matt’s. For tickets, go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/uncle-matts-drag-brunch-tickets-452966413737?fbclid=IwAR0nTO26eOZPzNLSeqGZXczDyICpPQNAnvhGuCtt_l8K9Pe2jAienTPKlvQ
* Drag in for Christmas: Stained Glass Wine House; 201 Huey P Long Ave. Suite A, Gretna; 12 p.m. Join us for the first Stained Glass Wine House Drag Brunch!! We will be offering a bloody mary and mimosa bar, brunch snacks, drink specials, and so much more. Tickets available at eventbrite.com
* KRAMPUS NACHT Movie Event: Broadside NOLA; 600 N. Broad st.; 5:30 – 9 p.m. Krewe of Krampus joins Save Our Cemeteries for KRAMPUS NACHT! Tickets available at eventbrite.com
* Latkes with a Twist: Press Street Station; Corner of Royal and Press Street; 6 p.m. Jewish Children’s Regional Service (JCRS) will host the return of its annual community-wide Hanukkah party, “Latkes with a Twist,” on Sunday, December 11, at Press Street Station located at 5 Homer Plessy Way in the historic Faubourg Marigny. The evening will feature a complimentary latke bar created by Dan Stein of “Stein’s Deli” and Chef Dan Esses of “Rimon”, Tulane Hillel’s farm to table kosher restaurant. The Dan-Dan Latke event will be assisted by NOCCA culinary program students, and others. Live music will be provided by the Grammy-nominated Joe Gelini and the Joe Gelini Trio. Complementary drink specials, and a silent auction will round out the evening. Tickets are $36 per person in advance ($40 at the door). For tickets go to https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E104372&id=47&fbclid=IwAR38R1I9WdGnmFIPWgzqXhqZXx6NLvVLL9ZV77VJ9YpT0Db9lrE0XvDlilg
* A John Waters Christmas: Civic Theater; 510 O’Keefe Ave.; 7:30 p.m. Come see American filmmaker, writer, actor, and artist John Waters. For tickets, go to https://www.ticketmaster.com/
12/12
* Almost Naked Karaoke: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10:30 p.m.Enjoy Naked Karaoke with Kip Kendal & Trey Bien. Come sign & Strip (nudity optional). Suggested donation $5 – $10.
12/13 – 12/18
* How The Grinch Stole Christmas: The Musical: Saenger Theater; 1111 Canal St.; Tuesday through Friday – 7:30 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m., 3 & 7:30 p.m.; Sunday 1 & 5 p.m. Re-discover the magic of Dr. Seuss’ classic holiday tale as it returns to New Orleans! Featuring the hit songs “You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch” and “Welcome Christmas” from the beloved animated TV special, The Grinch discovers there’s more to Christmas than he bargained for in this heart-warming holiday musical perfect for the whole family. Max the Dog narrates as the mean and scheming Grinch, whose heart is “two sizes too small,” decides to steal Christmas away from the holiday-loving Whos. For tickets go to saengernola.com/shows/dr-suess-how-the-grinch-stole-christmas-the-musical
12/13
* Sincerely, Fantasy! The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 7:30 p.m. Sincerely, Fantasy! “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood on Acid” with Songs, Stories, Sideshow, Burlesque, and so much more! Tickets available at door and on eventbrite.com
* MidTap Christmas Game Night with the Drag Queens: Mid Tap Baton Rouge; 660 Arlington Creek Centre Blvd. Suite D, Baton Rouge; 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. MidTap Christmas Game Night with the Drag Queens. Come play whacky games with the Drag Queens and win wacky prizes, watch Drag Shows, eat delicious food, drink yummy drinks, take photos with the Drag Queens, and just have the best Tuesday night ever! Also, come dressed in Christmas theme to win extra prizes. There will be four Drag Queens performing a total of seven Drag Shows and there will be four whacky audience games that will be played with the Drag Queens. The only thing this jam packed event will cost you at the door is one Toy of any type for a local Tot in need. Support Local Art of all types.
12/14
* The Hohoho Show: Broadside NOLA; 600 N. Broad St.; 7:30 p.m. Kate’s bringing the spice, the naughty & nice with Josh Paxton, Steve Lands, Sam Albright, Susanne Ortner, Rich Collins, Mike Doussan.
* Tales for Tots: American Townhouse; 1012 N. Rampart St.; 8 – 10 p.m. Giving back to the community is one of my favorite things in the world! American Townhouse is doing a book drive for the Homer Plessy community school. When you scan the QR Code it will bring up a wish list for the school kids books purchased will be delivered directly to the school. With proof of purchase you’ll be able to come celebrate the holidays at the AT Christmas Party. Book prices start at $7.
12/16
* 2022 Holiday Celebration: American Townhouse; 1012 N. Rampart St.; 6 – 8:30 p.m. Be Merry and Bright, Be Bitter and Dark. Whatever you do, just come be with us as we celebrate the Holidays in LGBTQ+ style at the renowned American Townhouse, our host partner for our 2022 Chamber Holiday Celebration. As one of our hallmark events of the year, we look forward to ringing in the season of giving, joy and gratitude with members, guests and loved ones. Bring your mate or find a new one there. Bring a friend, or meet a new one there. Bring a client or colleague. We would love to see you. Did we mention the amazing door prizes Santa left by the fire? Substantial gift certificates from member Diamonds Direct along with a basket of Pride goodies from the fine folks at Bourbon Pride promise to tease and tantalize. Don your gay apparel and RSVP today. Help us welcome our newest members in person as we also announce new board members and some exciting plans for 2023. Ho Ho Ho! Members: Free; Non-Members: $15
* Holi-Slay Christmas Drag Show!: Hideaway Den & Lounge; 800 North Causeway Boulevard #Suite 1-d Mandeville; 8 p.m. The queens return with festive cheer for all! Its the last show of the year and the best one! $10
* Renegade Beers Beer Bust; Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave.; 9 p.m. – midnight. Mix and mingle with Renegade Bears social club at their monthly beer bust social! $1 draft Bud Lite on the back patio from 9pm – midnight.
* Naughty or Nice: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. Featuring a Naughty or Nice couples costume contest. Featuring themed performances by special guests.
* Sisters of St. Claude; The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10:30 p.m. The Allways lounge and Cabaret proudly presents the Sisters of Saint Claude; this is a drag review featuring the drag artists who have become the pride of the Saint Claude strip. Local favorites Siren and Christopher Robin coproduce and host this throwback show featuring Lip-syncs and live vocals from before the year 2000 along with a rotating cast of stars on the rise. For tickets: https://sistersofstclaude.bpt.me/. Doors are at 9:30 with the show starting at 10 p.m. sharp. $15 cover.
12/17
* Drag Brunch River Cruise: Creole Queen; 1 Poydras St.; 10 a.m. Entertaining Drag Queens, delicious brunch menu, spectacular city views and optional bottomless mimosas. Tickets available at eventbrite.com
* Mama Honey’s Drag Brunch; Artisan Cafe; 2517 St. Claude Ave.; Showtimes at 11 a,m. and 1 p.m. Mama Honey’s Drag Brunch, hosted by Vanessa Carr, returns! Join us for the finest drag entertainment around and an amazing brunch menu! Tickets may be found on eventbrite or by calling 504-510-4340.
* Knights D’Orleans Monthly Beer Bust; Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave.; 7 – 10 p.m. Mix and mingle with the Knights d’Orleans at their monthly beer bust social! $1 draft Bud Lite on the back patio.
* Red Party: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. Wear your red and dance to the Hottest Dance Party in the Capital City! Featuring the hottest hip hop, pop, dance, and EDM Remixes with themed performances throughout the night.
* It’s Showtime on Rampart Street; GrandPre’s; 834 N. Rampart St.; 10 p.m. – midnight. “ITS SHOWTIME ON RAMPART ST” with an all NEW Show with Moanalot Fontaine, Sheeya Mann, Sable Starr and special guests.
* A Very Diva Christmas Show Night: SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave.; 11:30 p.m. Starring Nicole DuBois and guests; $10 cover charge.
12/18
* Drag Telenovela Show: American Townhouse: 1012 Rampart St.; noon – 3 p.m. Drag Telenovela Show happens on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of every month. Doors open at noon with show starting at 1 p.m.
* Santa Slay: Urban South Brewery; 1645 Tchoupitoulas St.; 12 – 6 p.m. Tis the season to be fruity! Join us Sunday, December 18th, from noon – 6 pm as we slay the house down with the queer extravaganza of the holiday season. Our co-hosts Her Haus and Fringe + Co will be bringing the glam and the glitter, you just bring the smiles. Get your coins ready because we’ll be releasing a fruit-forward signature imperial seltzer with these collaborators too. We will be graced with the presence of DJ Liz Owen at this event- make sure to bring your dancing shoes. For entertainment, there will be drag performances, a queer-focused vendor market, and more! The “ticket” for entry is a donation for our holiday toy drive; it’s *giving* season.
* Worship: A Burlesque Experience in Chapel Club: Hotel St. Vincent; 1507 Magazine St.; 7 p.m. Worship: A Monthly Burlesque Experience in Chapel Club. Tickets available at eventbrite.com
* Stripped Into Submission: Where Burlesque Meets BDSM: Hi-Ho Lounge; 2239 St. Claude Ave.; 10:30 p.m. Tickets available at eventbrite.com Join The Society of Sin Burlesque & Variety for Stripped Into Submission: Where Burlesque Meets BDSM at Hi-Ho Lounge! This sex-positive show, comprised of fetish-influenced burlesque and variety acts has now been keeping you whipped, chained, and entertained for over 6 years!
12/19
* Brainy Burlesque: A Trivia Night: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10 p.m. Each month we present a different trivia theme, with burlesque performances between rounds, and a featured burlesque performer closing out the show! But don’t be discouraged! You needn’t know much to play this game, bribe us for points, and get ready for the silliest, sexiest trivia show in town. We have prizes at the end of each round!
12/20 – 12/21
* The Skivvies: Sleigh My Name: Le Petit Theater; 616 St. Peter St.; 7:30 p.m. Le Petit Theatre is excited to announce this year’s holiday show, The Skivvies: Sleigh My Name. Broadway’s Lauren Molina and Nick Cearley join Le Petit Theatre for two nights of the most outrageous holiday show of the season. This undie-rock, comedy pop, award-winning duo perform stripped-down, mashed-up versions of holiday favorites and more. Expect to see ukulele, electric cello and an array of zany instruments. Featured in People Magazine’s Hottest Bodies Issue and as Sports Illustrated’s Favorite New Band, The Skivvies’ award-nominated live shows feature celebrity special guests having wild fun, packed with big voices and crazy harmonies. But no pants. For tickets go to https://ci.ovationtix.com/36212/production/1142725?fbclid=IwAR0subPV60yODtR19y2rlwlfeciUxZkZpfLP6zD5GXjMeG0wBwqFKeW-HcM
12/20
* Sundown Striptease: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 7:30 – 10 p.m. A Variety show that takes place every 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Allways Lounge! Coproduced by Velvet Spade and Dick Jones, this show puts a queer twist on the macabre and all things that go on after dark. Devilish themes play into your darkest fantasies and fears! Every month, you’ll find a rotating cast bringing you Burlesque, Sideshow, Live musical talents, Drag, Standup comedy, Aerial Arts and more! Want tickets in advance? Venmo $20 to @ velvet spade Or @ sexymeatballsnola to reserve PREMIUM SEATING!
12/21
* 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!
* New Orleans Gingerbread House Party: Silver Fox: 740 Burgundy St.; 5 – 8 p.m. A Gingerbread House competition and Bar Crawl starting at Silver Fox and going to Betty’s, Oz, Cafe Lafitte’s in Exile and Good Friends. $20 gets you drink specials and a vote for best gingerbread house. Proceeds go to the Hogs For A Cause Foundation and the winning bar’s charity of choice. Tickets available at eventbrite.com
* NOAGE Potluck – Christmas Edition: St. Anna’s Episcopal Church; 1313 Esplanade Ave.; 6:30 – 8 p.m. Potluck dinner for the SAGE New Orleans community! There will be an ugly sweater contest with prizes. Come to eat, network, and make new friends. Fully-vaccinated adults of all ages welcome. 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).
* Who Dunnit? A Draglesque Murder Mystery Experience!: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 7 p.m. It’s a dark and stormy night in the mid 1920s and your jalopy has stalled out in front of a dimly lit mansion. You knock at the door and get sucked into a world of madness and murder. Perhaps the victim is you. Tickets available at eventbrite.com
12/22
* UNWRAPPED: A V HOT V SEXY holiday variety show!: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 7:30 p.m. Let’s get unhinged, undressed, and UNWRAPPED! It’s a good ole fashioned variety show with a holiday flare! 425 General Admission. Tickets available at eventbrite.com
* SPOOKAPOLOOZA presents: FROSTBITE!: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10:30 p.m. Tickets available at eventbrite.com Join Sailem & Crux as they prepare for the most fabulous YET chaotic winter party to date!
* Roll for Seduction: Live-Action Interactive Burlesque RPG: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10:30 p.m. An RPG-inspired burlesque adventure show where the audience decides the fate of the evening’s events. Tickets available at eventbrite.com
12/23
* Le Vampyre Cabaret: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 7 p.m. A deviously campy and deliciously sexy macabre Theater Show! $40 per person or $50 each for front row seating. Burlesque, Live Music, & Story Time with these Bloodthirsty Beauties! For Tickets Email salonrougeallways@gmail.com or go to eventbrite.com
* Crescent City Leathermen Beer Bust; Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave.; 9 p.m. – midnight. Mix and mingle with the Crescent City Leathermen social club at their monthly beer bust social! $1 draft Bud Lite on the back patio from 9pm – midnight.
* Christmas Pajama Party: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. Wear your pajamas and dance at the Hottest Dance Party in the Capital City! Featuring a best PJs contest and themed holiday performances.
* Musicals: In Burlesque: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10:30 p.m. NEW FROM NICKI NICOLAI PRODUCTIONS! It’s Musicals: In Burlesque! Every month we will be taking a musical or influential musical history figure and paying homage to its/their contribution to the genre through the best way we know how BURLESQUE. Tickets available at door or on eventbrite.com
12/24
* Saturday Night Remix: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. Splash presents the Hottest Dance Party in the Capital City! Splash’s Saturday Night Remix! Featuring the hottest hip hop, pop, dance, and EDM Remixes with special performances.
* Feys Gone Wild: An Immersive High Fantasy Cabaret Experience: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 11 p.m. Grab an ale, watch the gogo dancers, and party with the extraordinary staff in this risqué take on LARPing designed for the wild at heart! You are a traveler who’s come to party at the Smiling Siren, a local tavern and entertainment club known for its risqué performances and attractive performers. Grab an ale, change out your gold for one dollar bills, and prepare for an evening of adventure designed for the wild at heart! Join us for Feys Gone Wild: An Immersive High Fantasy Cabaret Experience! Do body shots with goblins, table dance with a druid, let a tiefling tell your future, sing a shanty with our elven madam, and when you’re partied out, let our cleric of the Wild Mother revivify you. Each performer will do hourly stage sets as well as interact with guests on the floor as original characters that they’ve either created just for this occasion or perhaps ones they’ve played for for numerous TTRPG sessions and have always wanted to bring to life. Combining the art of the striptease with roleplaying, improv, circus, sideshow, and other incredible skills, our performers are sure to Enthrall you at this unique immersive event! Doors at 10:30p/Welcome Ceremony at 11pm. Entry $20
12/25
* Christmas Potluck / Drag Bingo: SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave.; 6 p.m. Sign up for Potluck behind the bar. Potluck starts at 6pm; Drag Bingo starts at 7pm
12/26
* Almost Naked Karaoke: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10:30 p.m.Enjoy Naked Karaoke with Kip Kendal & Trey Bien. Come sign & Strip (nudity optional). Suggested donation $5 – $10.
12/27
* Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet: Saenger Theater; 1111 Canal St.; 4 & 8 p.m. NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet annually tours the US and Canada performing in the top twenty major markets including New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, Washington D.C., Houston and over 140 more North American cities. Throughout its illustrious history, Talmi and Moscow Ballet have always maintained a strong belief that kindness, joy, love, and happiness play a significant role in every aspect of their productions. As Moscow Ballet and its acclaimed Great Russian Nutcracker celebrate their 30th anniversary of touring North America, the production has been rebranded as “NUTCRACKER! Magic of Christmas Ballet.” This new name is representative of the diverse international cast that comes together from around the world to tour the country and promote an appreciation of ballet and the unity that the art form brings. Bringing people together during the Christmas season has always been at the forefront of the production, and after 30 years of bringing joy and celebration to families nationwide, they continue to welcome new and returning guests to take part in the holiday classic that is “NUTCRACKER! Magic of Christmas Ballet.” For tickets go to saengernola.com/shows/the-nutcracker-magical-christmas-ballet
12/29
* Jockstrap Lube Wrestling: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 11:30 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. Masks must be worn as well as proof of vaccination / recent negative COVID test shown at the door. Tickets available at the door and any eventbrite.com
12/30
* Very Best of 2022: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. Splash celebrates the bigger hits of the year with themed performances.
* Sisters of St. Claude; The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10:30 p.m. The Allways lounge and Cabaret proudly presents the Sisters of Saint Claude; this is a drag review featuring the drag artists who have become the pride of the Saint Claude strip. Local favorites Siren and Christopher Robin co-produce and host this throwback show featuring Lip-syncs and live vocals from before the year 2000 along with a rotating cast of stars on the rise. For tickets: https://sistersofstclaude.bpt.me/ or eventbrite.com. Doors are at 9:30 with the show starting at 10 p.m. sharp. $15 cover.
12/31
* Onyx Beer Bust; Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave.; 9 p.m. – midnight. Mix and mingle with the Onyx social club at their monthly beer bust social! $1 draft Bud Lite on the back patio from 9pm – midnight.
* Neon New Year: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. Ring in the New Year at the Hottest Dance Party in the Capital City! There will be themed performances, a balloon drop with prizes and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight.
* KAPOW: Burlesque, Drag & Variety with a BANG!: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 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
* It’s Showtime on Rampart Street; GrandPre’s; 834 N. Rampart St.; 10 p.m. – midnight. “ITS SHOWTIME ON RAMPART ST” with an all NEW Show with Moanalot Fontaine, Sheeya Mann, Sable Starr and special guests.
