Let freedom ring! In NOLA, we take pride in all months of the year, but especially in July. So celebrate the month with lots of festivals, parties and events. Here are just some of the hot events in July. 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; 4 p.m. NOAGE’s weekly walking group meets on Mondays at 4:00 PM at the Magazine Street entrance to Audubon Zoo. They start walking promptly at 4:00, 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!
· 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.
· Drink & Drown: SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave. Gulfport, MS; 9 p.m. – midnight. Drink & Drown every Wednesday from 9pm – Midnight $15 all you can drink; Well single pour liquor drinks and Domestic beers 21+ to enter. Come sing your heart out.
· 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:
· Karaoke at Pub: Bourbon Pub & Parade; 801 Bourbon St.; 7 p.m. – midnight. Sing your heart out every Thursday upstairs at the Parade. There will be a different special host each week. Choose from over 30,000 songs.
· The Van Ella Bordella: A Storyville Burlesque; The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 8 – 9:30 p.m. The Van Ella Bordella, New Orleans’ Storyville spectacle, 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 .
· QUEERS OF COMEDY New Orleans: Oz; 800 Bourbon St.; 8 p.m. A group of queer comedians performing comedy together
· 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.
· Karaoke Night; George’s Place; 860 St. Louis St., Baton Rouge; 10 p.m. – midnight. Hosted every Thursday by Cassini 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:
· Cardio with NOAGE: Treme Recreation Community Center; 900 N. Villere St.; 6 p.m. Dance Cardio is a low impact dance cardio workout for active adults aging actively, set to high energy hip-hop, rock, R& B, blues and funk.
· 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
· Whiskey & Rhinestones: The Original Nite Cap: 1300 St. Bernard Ave., New Orleans; 8 p.m. Whiskey & Rhinestones returns in its new forever home – The Original Nite Cap! Nestled upstairs in the historic 7th Ward of New Orleans — burlesque dancers invoke the spirit of the city while you enjoy cocktails and a smattering of food options. 7pm doors. 8pm showtime. $20 cover. Featuring a rotating cast of local and traveling burlesque entertainers! Tickets are at Eventbrite.com and at the door. We open to the public at 9pm!
· Freaky Fridays: Oz New Orleans; 800 Bourbon St., New Orleans; 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 jockstraps) for a chance at a cash prize of $100 ($200 if it’s your first time in our contest). Open to all contestants over 21. New dancers encouraged.
· 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; 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.
· Terrioke: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA; 11:59 p.m. Come sing karaoke with Terri Aqui.
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
· Writing Across the Rainbow: New Orleans Pride Center; 2762 Orleans Ave., New Orleans, LA; 2 – 5 p.m. Writing Across the Rainbow is our 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! 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.This workshop will assist you with such concepts as: world-building, plotting, character creation, continuity maintenance, editing, sharing constructive criticism of work, etc.
· 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.
· 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.
· 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; 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; 800 Bourbon St.; 7 – 9 p.m. Hosted by Ivy Dripp withgogo 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; 800 Bourbon St., New Orleans; 9:30- 11:30 p.m. Featuring the Ladies of Oz and DJ Tim Pflueger.
7/1
· Freaklesque: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 7 p.m. Freaklesque is a cabaret of the strangest, silliest burlesque acts that our New Orleans performers have to offer. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.
· $1K Karaoke Contest: SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave.; Gulfport, MS.; 8:30 p.m. NO ENTRY FEE TO COMPETE ‼ 6 Week Competition. Competitors can compete weekly to earn their spot in the Finale for the $1K cash prize. Competitors can enter the competition anytime between June 24-July 22 to earn their place in the Finale on July 29. Hosted by: Lexis Redd D’Ville & Tara Shay Montgomery. Sign up in person at the bar @ 8:30 every Tuesday. For any questions, please reach out to: SIPPSDJ@GMAIL.COM
7/2
· Burlesque Bingo with Lefty Lucy!: The Allways Lounge; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 6 p.m. Chock full of fun facts, bad jokes, & striptease. Burlesque Bingo with Lefty Lucy is a whirlwind of good times blended with the sass of Burlesque! Win prizes every round as well as Burlesque Roulette where YOU choose the song Lefty Strips to!
7/3 – 7/6
· Essence Festival of Culture: Various Locations in the City; New Orleans; For more information, visit www.essence.com/festival. ESSENCE Festival’s theme this year is We Are “Made Like This.” Boyz II Men, Davido, Maxwell, Master P, GloRilla, The Isley Brothers, Nas, and Summer Walker are among the artists this year. Held at the Caesars Superdome and throughout downtown New Orleans. By day, the Empowerment Experience spotlights speakers on topics such as religion, economics, and education. These are traditionally free.
7/3
· 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
7/4
· Glizzy Gras: Amon Ra’s Annual 4th of July Cookout; The Corner Pocket; 940 St. Louis St., New Orleans; 3 p.m. Join the Mystic Krewe of Amon-Ra for Glizzy Gras, our annual Wieners, Meat, & Buns 4th of July Cookout! Celebrate Independence Day with food & fun as we fire up the grill. Come get your buns toasted with the Krewe and help us raise funds for Ball LXI: Carnevale di Venezia – Behind the Mask. $15 Admission.
· Eureeka Starfish’s Monthly Open Talent Night: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans; 8 p.m. Come out to this fun show where contestants vie for first and second place.
· Ladies First Comedy Open Mic Night: The Original Nite Cap; 1300 Saint Bernard Avenue Second Floor New Orleans; 8:30 p.m. Ladies First is a comedy open mic that gives femme comics the spotlight! 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.We also welcome dance, drag, and burlesque performers to bring their work in progress performance pieces to the show! WIP acts must be booked in advance, so to run an act at the mic please reach out to us on Instagram at @improv.party. Admission is free but rsvp at eventbrite.com to reserve your space.
· Brutal: Good Improv About Bad Dates: Big Couch; 1045 Desire Street New Orleans; 9 p.m. 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. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.
· 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.
· Tears & Tassels: An Emo Cabaret: The Allways Lounge; 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.
7/5
· NOAGE Virtual Coffee Talk: Virtual; 10:30AM. Virtual Coffee Talk (On Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/971171285).
· Mystic Krewe of Apollo Parade of Stars Drag Fundraiser: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans; 8 p.m. Join the Mystic Krewe of Apollo de New Orleans as we bring out our stars for a Drag Fundraiser. This event will be hosted by Queen Apollo New Orleans XXII Gia GiaVanni and will feature Queen Apollo XXI Sheeya Mann, Miss Apollo New Orleans 2025 Dominique DeLorean, Apollo member Moanalot Fontaine, and the krewe’s special friend Tazya Ballz. No cover!
· 9th Annual Freedom Dance Party: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. Get ready to vibe to fresh beats dropped by DJ Ruff, with performances by London Manchester & Mahogany Campbell. Tickets available at Eventbrite.com and the door
· Rave, White and Glow Party: B-Bob’s; 213 Conti St., Mobile, AL; 10 p.m. Dance the night away in your best white or glow attire under the glow of black lights. The annual GLOW Rave party to celebrate Patrick’s Birthday! There will be a body painting station, complimentary glow accessories, a Fabulous Drag show at 10 pm, then DANCE the night away with DJVJ Tay! Tickets at Eventbrite.com and the door
7/8
· Intergenerational Game Night: New Orleans Pride Center; 2762 Orleans Ave., New Orleans; 6 p.m. Join us for community game night with NOAGE! Come out for a fun 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; 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
· $1K Karaoke Contest:SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave.; Gulfport, MS.; 8:30 p.m. NO ENTRY FEE TO COMPETE ‼ 6 Week Competition. Competitors can compete weekly to earn their spot in the Finale for the $1K cash prize. Competitors can enter the competition anytime between June 24-July 22 to earn their place in the Finale on July 29. Hosted by: Lexis Redd D’Ville & Tara Shay Montgomery. Sign up in person at the bar @ 8:30 every Tuesday. For any questions, reach out to: SIPPSDJ@GMAIL.COM
7/9
· Wellness Wednesday: New Orleans Pride Center; 2762 Orleans Ave., New Orleans; 6 p.m. Join us for Wellness Wednesdays, an evening of mindful meditations, positive affirmations, and LGBTQ-centered self awareness & enlightenment practices. This event 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.
· Whodunit!? A Draglesque Murder Mystery Where You get to choose WHO DUN IT?: The Allways Lounge; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 7 – 10 p.m. A new theme every month, this murder-mystery cabaret show is a piece of interactive dinner theater. Each month a new cast of characters has to convince the audience that they are the murderer. As each character performs, every dollar you tip counts as a vote towards your preferred performer. 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
7/10
· Author Event with Olivia Worley: Garden District Book Shop; 2727 Prytania St., New Orleans; 6 p.m. Join us at the Garden District Book Shop on July 10th to celebrate local author Olivia Worley and her new book So Happy Together. Tickets with book available at Eventbrite.com. Free to attend.
· Brainy Burlesque Trivia: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 7 p.m. Each month we present a different trivia theme, with burlesque performances between rounds, and a featured burlesque performer closing out the show! You needn’t know much to play this game, bribe us for points, and get ready for the silliest, sexiest trivia show in town.
· Ha Has & Ta Tas: The Original Nite Cap; 1300 St. Bernard Ave., New Orleans; 7 p.m. Join us every other Thursday as we tickle your funny bones! Hosted by Tommy Brennan, with Vivi Noir, and the funniest comedians around, as well as special guests! Doors at 7pm, Showtime 8pm For tickets go to HahasTatasNitecap.eventbrite.com; $10 General Admission; $15 Admission plus a special gift
· Jockstrap Lube Wrestling: The Allways Lounge; 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. 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.
7/11 – 7/13
· Running of the Bulls: Various Places Around the City; New Orleans; For further details, please visit www.nolabulls.com/ Participants, known as correros (runners), are chased by Big Easy Roller Derby members. This year, the Running of the Bulls Nueva Orleans is on Saturday, July 12, at 6:30 AM, with the release of the bulls at 8 AM. The event will be hosted at The Howlin’ Wolf. While the indoor area is restricted to correros aged 18 and older, the outdoor spaces are open to individuals of all ages. Participants are encouraged to don white pants and white tops complemented by a red bandana.
7/11
· Greetings, From Queer Mountain Storytelling Show – The Next Chapter: The Allways Lounge; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 7 p.m Each month, we host a queer storytelling show. Doors open at 6:30 PM, and the show starts at 7:00 PM. Tickets: $10 (available at the door). We accept cash or Venmo (@GFQMNOLA).
· 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 one the back patio.
· July Birthday Bash: SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave.; Gulfport, MS.; 9 p.m. No Cover Charge Karaoke from 9pm – Midnight. Showtime @ MidnightHosted by: Nicole Dubois. Birthdays in the month of the Bash, receive a complimentary bottle of champagne (21+ only)
· Psychedelic Speakeasy; The Allways Lounge; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 10 p.m. – midnight. Immerse yourself in an evening of burlesque and performance art. Each month brings a new cast and a new show. Colorful and neon attire is highly encouraged! RSVP REQUIRED: tickets@missaudacious.com or buy tickets at www.eventbrite.com
· Neon Moon Cabaret: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans; 10 p.m. Out of this World Drag show hosted by Eureeka Starfish.
7/12
· 10th Annual Frida Fest: Olde Town Bay St. Louis; Downtown Bay St. Louis; 8 a.m. Celebrate the life, art & culture of Frida Kahlo! Frida 5 Kahlo Fun Run, Frida Look-Alike Contest, food & drink specials and more!
· Black Tie International Club New Orleans/Gulf Coast Informational Meeting: Crossing NOLA; 439 Dauphine S., New Orleans; 5 – 8 p.m. Come join us to discuss the formation of a men’s social group affiliated with Black Tie Club International. Join us as we chart our course for creating a premiere social club for the area. The Crossing will be providing drink specials.
· Lieder & Lingerie: Opera Burlesque: The Allways Lounge; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 6:30 p.m. Lieder and Lingerie is a live music opera burlesque show featuring a rotating cast of opera singers, burlesque performers, and musicians pushing the boundaries of Opera. 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.
· Rougaroux Rugby Social: Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave.; 9 p.m. – midnight. Get to know our Rougaroux Rugby team at their monthly social! Join them for Jell-O shots and drink specials on the back patio from 9pm – midnight.
· Wet & Wild Dance Party: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. DJ SQRD is bringing the party hits that will have you dancing all night long. Join us for performances by London Manchester. Plus, we’ve got a wet t-shirt and wet boxer contest. Tickets available at Eventbrite.com and the door
7/13
· Derby – Diamonds, and Divas: The Cypress Taphouse; 6616 Rose Farm Rd, Ocean Springs, MS; 10 a.m. Join Gulf Coast Equality and The Cypress Taphouse for “Derby – Diamonds, and Divas” – a fundraiser for Gulf Coast Equality. Doors open at 10 AM, the brunch buffet starts at 11 AM, and the show will be at noon. Tickets are priced at $45.00 if you buy them in advance, or $55.00 at the door. With your ticket, you’ll enjoy a brunch buffet and a drag show featuring Kitty Woods, Catastrophe Nicole Knight, Nicole DuBois, Chocolat DuBois, and Alexa Avery. Derby Hat Prize: Wear your most fabulous derby hat to the event! We will choose a winner for the best hat. Supplies Drive: We are organizing a collection of school supplies at the Diamonds and Divas Drag Brunch to support students in need for the upcoming academic year. Each donor will receive a complimentary raffle ticket for our prize drawings. The most requested items needed include spiral notebooks, lined paper, pencils, erasers, and 3-ring binders (2-3 inches). NOTE: Due to limited seating if you have a large group attending, please drop us an email at info@gcequality.org with the party’s name and chair count. We will reserve a table for your group. Otherwise, we cannot guarantee that you will be able to sit together. Tickets at Eventbrite.com
7/14
· Almost Naked Karaoke: The Allways Lounge; 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
7/15
· $1K Karaoke Contest:SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave.; Gulfport, MS.; 8:30 p.m. NO EN-TRY FEE TO COMPETE ‼ 6 Week Competition. Competitors can compete weekly to earn their spot in the Finale for the $1K cash prize. Competitors can enter the competition anytime between June 24-July 22 to earn their place in the Finale on July 29. Hosted by: Lexis Redd D’Ville & Tara Shay Montgomery. Sign up in person at the bar @8:30 every Tuesday. For any questions, please reach out to: SIPPSDJ@GMAIL.COM
· Sundown Striptease: The Allways Lounge; 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
7/16
· Burlesque Bingo with Lefty Lucy!: The Allways Lounge; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 6 p.m. Chock full of fun facts, bad jokes, & striptease. Burlesque Bingo with Lefty Lucy is a whirlwind of wholesome good times blended with the cheeky sass of Burlesque! Win prizes every round
· NOAGE Potluck: St. Anna’s Episcopal Church; 1313 Esplanade Ave.; 6:30 – 8 p.m. A potluck dinner for the community. Come to eat and make new friends. If you are able, please bring a dish (main dishes, meats, sides, soups, salads or vegan/vegetarian dishes, desserts, etc.). Please also consider bringing non-perishable food items for St. Anna’s Food Pantry. The event is in the back of St. Anna’s Parish House (the building to the right of the church 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.
· Author Event: Rahim in New Orleans: The Allways Lounge; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 7 p.m. Join us for the release of The Mental Health Guide for Cis and Trans Queer Guys. This book explores the social determinants affecting mental health outcomes for queer men and provides therapeutic tools such as cognitive-behavioural techniques, Gestalt role-play, and psychodynamic inquiry to foster resilience. Talk Back Moderator & Performer Debbie with a D! Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.
· Hot Dog Drag Bingo: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans; 8 – 11 p.m. 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! CECE’S DIVINE HOT DOGS will be popping up and selling some delicious wieners for you! We strongly encourage you to dress fun! Leather, Sexy, Himbo/Bimbo is a huge plus….or dress like a Hot Dog!
7/17
· STARS OF THE STARS: The Allways Lounge; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 7:30 p.m. 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. Drag, burlesque, even comedy and live music. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.
· Night Moves: Burlesque You Can Savor: The Allways Lounge; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10 p.m. Entertainment featuring burlesque bombshells performing to epic jams. Doors 9:30pm, Show 10:00pm. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.
7/18
· Revenge Revue: A Feminine Rage Show: The Allways Lounge; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 7 p.m. Revenge Revue is atribute to feminine rage in all its glory. From vengeful vixens to fierce icons who rewrote the rules, our cast of burlesque, drag, and cabaret performers will unleash their wrath with elegance, edge, and a whole lot of glitter. Tickets are at Eventbrite.com or at the door. To avoid fees or special requests email nicolita.capdevielle@gmail.com.
· Sorry We’re Singing: Musical Improv Comedy: Big Couch; 1045 Desire Street New Orleans; 7:30 p.m. Sorry We’re Singing is a group of singers and improvisers who create an entire musical in the moment, with unique characters, plot, and brand new songs. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.
· The Big Damn Show: The Allways Lounge; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 8 p.m. New Orleans’ #1 comedy thrill-show featuring drag & burlesque artists, magic illusions,circus acts & sideshow stunts. Tickets ate Eventbrite.com and the door.
· Renegade Bears Social: Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave.; 9 p.m. – midnight. Mix and mingle with Renegade Bears social club at their monthly social! Join them for drink specials on the back patio from 9pm – midnight.
· Burning Hell Burlesque – Rock & Roll Burlesque Show: The Allways Lounge; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10 p.m. A night of rock & roll cabaret. $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; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10:30 p.m. Join Laveau Contraire and her faculty for the ultimate crash course in charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent! Every month, we bring you a new lineup of drag professors ready to educate, entertain, and leave you gagging. Tuition: $20 General Admission VIP Students: Reserved front-row seating + a surprise from the principal’s office. Doors: 10:30 PM | Showtime: 11:00 PM. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door
· The Drunken Spelling Bee: SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave.; Gulfport, MS.; 11:30 p.m. No Cover Charge, 21+ to Play. Hosted by: Lexis Redd D’Ville. 1st place cash prize
7/19
· NOAGE Coffee; Talk; CrescentCare; 1631 Elysian Fields Ave.; 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. A great way to stay connected with the community sponsored by New Orleans Advocates for GLBT Elders
· Variété deVille – An Evening of New Orleans Cabaret & Variety: The Allways Lounge; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 10:30 p.m. A showcase of burlesque, cabaret, and variety performances from a bygone era. Pinky DeVille and her cast transport you to the world of vintage New Orleans cabarets and classic variety shows. Tickets: https://varietedeville.eventbrite.com
· Camo Dance Party with DJ SQRD: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. Dress in your best camo gear to hit the dance floor with the sickest dance hit anthems. Featuring dazzling Camo-themed performances from Miss Thing & Kozmik! Make sure to save big by grabbing your pre-sale tickets now through the link below. Tickets available at Eventbrite.com and the door.
7/20 – 7/25
· Tales of the Cocktail: Various Places Around New Orleans; For additional details, please visit www.talesofthecocktail.org/ A week-long festivity centered around cocktails and mixology. This international cocktail conference seeks to educate, promote, and support both cocktail professionals and enthusiasts.
7/21
· Crystal Queers: Drag, Fusion, and Magic: The Allways Lounge; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 8 p.m. Inspired by the gem-powered, love-fueled world of Steven Universe, this drag and variety show is an ode to queer tenderness, emotional power, and glittering rebellion. Tickets at Eventbrite.com or at the door.
7/22
· Juju & Cassidy present- On a TUESDAY?!: The Allways Lounge; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 7 p.m. The most action packed variety show on a Tuesday. Featuring feats of danger, whacky burlesque, out of the 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. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and the door.
· $1K Karaoke Contest:SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave.; Gulfport, MS.; 8:30 p.m. NO ENTRY FEE TO COMPETE 6 Week Competition. Competitors can compete weekly to earn their spot in the Finale for the $1K cash prize. Hosted by: Lexis Redd D’Ville & Tara Shay Montgomery. Sign up in person at the bar @8:30 every Tuesday. For any questions, please reach out to: SIPPSDJ@GMAIL.COM
7/24
· Ha Has & Ta Tas: The Original Nite Cap; 1300 St. Bernard Ave., New Orleans; 7 p.m. Hosted by Tommy Brennan, with Vivi Noir, and the funniest comedians around, as well as special guests! Doors at 7pm, Showtime 8pm For tickets go to HahasTatasNitecap.eventbrite.com; $10 General Admission; $15 Admission plus a special gift
· CabaRAVE: A Burlesque Love Letter to Rave Culture: The Allways Lounge; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10:00 p.m. A burlesque and variety love letter to Rave Culture through the ages. Be prepared for a night of Techno, EDM, House, and Drum & Bass music combined with some of the best performance artists New Orleans has to offer. $25 General Admission; $ 30 Lounge Seating (Reserved raised lounge seating at back of theatre); $35 VIP (Guaranteed table seating in front section of theater). Tickets at Eventbrite.com and at the door.
7/25 – 7/27
· Mobile Beather Weekend 2025: Various Locations: Mobile, AL. The Gulf Coast’s Premiere Bear and Leather Pride Weekend returns for 2025! The weekend’s special guest appearances will be AJ McKay and Comedian Brad Loekle! Friday night there will be Happy Hour at Flip Side Bar & Patio at 4:00 pm, a welcome party at Gabriel’s at 6:00 pm Mr. Mobile Leather Contest at B-Bob’s at 9:00 pm (contestants be at B-Bob’s by 7:45) Bear “underwear if you dare” Dance Party with DJ VJ Tay! Then the Blackout Party at The Midtown Pub. Saturday Night there will be Happy Hour at Flip Side Bar & Patio at 4:00 pm, a welcome party at Gabriel’s and meet the contestants at 6:00 pm. Comedian Brad Loekle goes on stage at B-Bob’s at 7:00 pm. The 29th Annual Mr. Gulf Coast Bear Contest at B-Bob’s at 9:00 pm (contestants be at B-Bob’s by 7:45) Drag show following the Mr. Gulf Coast Bear Contest and Dance party with DJ VJ Tay! Bear Foam Party and Bear-a-oke at Gabriel’s until the wee hours! Donations will benefit Friends of the Mobile Animal Shelter. Weekend passes are available at a discounted price. You can purchase individual night tickets on-line at Eventbrite.com or at the door. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/GulfCoastBears
7/25
· Crescent City Leathermen Social: Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave., New Orleans; 9 p.m. – midnight. Mix and mingle with CCL at their monthly social! Join them for drink specials on the back patio.
· French Quarter Cabaret April 25th – A Variety Burlesque Experience: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans; 10 p.m. French Quarter Cabaret happens every 4th Friday of the month. We offer a unique cabaret vibe with a burlesque twist. We sing, dance, laugh, and have a gay ole time! 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; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10:30 p.m. Tickets available at eventbrite.com and at the door.
7/26
· XXX House Party: An 80’s – 90’s Hoochie Burlesque Celebration: The Original Nite Cap; 1300 St. Bernard Ave., New Orleans; 8 p.m. It’s an 80’s to early 90’s blast from the past, rated XXX- at The Original Night Cap—the Hottest After Party trapped inside a VHS Tape. Rewinding it back to the ultimate 80’s-90’s fantasy, an exclusive after party that lives forever inside a VHS, where all you have to do is press “play”. Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/ or at the door. Early Bird (First 20 tickets) $10, Good Bird (Second tier 20 tickets) $20, Very Very Very Bad Birds (Waited until the the last minute) $35
· Kesha Night: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. DJ turn it up because Splash is bringing the party with a night of Kesha! DJ Ruff will be spinning all the hottest Kesha hits all night long! Snag your pre-sale tickets now and lock in your spot for the ultimate summer bash! Tickets are available at Eventbrite.com and the door.
· KAPOW: Burlesque, Drag & Variety with a BANG!: The Allways Lounge; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 10 p.m. Vivacious Miss Audacious presents: KAPOW: Burlesque, Drag, Variety with a BANG featuring a rotating cast of burlesque, drag and variety artists. Doors 10:00pm, Show 10:30pm. RSVP REQUIRED; NO REFUNDS tickets@missaudacious.com.
· Secrets of the Sea: Boylesque: The Allways Lounge; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans; 7:30 p.m. A bold and seductive celebration of the male art form of burlesque. Tickets at Eventbrite.com and the door
7/27
· Fresh Meat Night: SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave.; Gulfport, MS.; 11:30 p.m. No Cover Charge. Showtime @ Midnight. Hosted by: Tara Shay Montgomery. $100 Cash Prize!
7/28
· New Orleans Chorus Connection: The Original Nite Cap; 1300 St. Bernard Ave., New Orleans; 6:30 p.m. The New Orleans Chorus Connection: where music meets therapy in a safe and welcoming space for all. The choir is more than just a place to sing—it’s a community of support and understanding where everyone’s journey is valued and respected. Whether you’re a beginner feeling nervous about singing or someone looking for a therapeutic outlet through music, you’ll find a home here among friends.
· Almost Naked Karaoke: The Allways Lounge; 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
7/29
· NOAGE Book Club with Q & A with Robert Fiesler: New Orleans Pride Center; 2762 Orleans Ave., New Orleans; 6 p.m. Join the NOAGE Book Club for a Q&A discussion with Robert W. Fieseler, author of American Scare: Florida’s Hidden Cold War on Black and Queer Lives which tells the story of how the Florida government destroyed the lives of Black and queer citizens in the twentieth century.
· Weird Al Yankovic Bigger & Weirder 2025 Tour with Puddles Pit Party: Saenger Theater; 1111 Canal St., New Orleans: 8 p.m. For tickets, go to https://www.saengernola.com/events/weird-al-yankovic/ Weird Al brings his multimedia comedy rock show to the concert stage with the BIGGER & WEIRDER 2025 Tour, playing his iconic hits as well as some never-performed-live-before fan favorites.
· $1K Karaoke Contest: SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave.; Gulfport, MS.; 8:30 p.m. 6 Week Competition finale hosted by: Lexis Redd D’Ville & Tara Shay Montgomery. For any questions, please reach out to: SIPPSDJ@GMAIL.COM
