Under the Gaydar (January 2025 Event Calendar)

Happy New Year!  It is 2025 and there is so much happening to kick off this year in NOLA from 12th night and the start of Mardi Gras season to some of the first gay Carnival balls.  Here are just some of the hot events in December from drag shows to parades, so let us get this year started right. If you want your event listed, send me an email at ledgemgp@gmail.com. 

Weekly Events

Monday:

*  NOAGE New Orleans Walking Group; Mondays at 4:00PM Audubon Park; 6500 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA. NOAGE’s weekly walking group meets on Mondays at 4:00 PM. They meet by the Magazine Street entrance to the park. 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

• 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:

*  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: 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 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.; 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.

*  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:

*  Dance 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.

*  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.

* 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 form over 30,000 songs.

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

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

*  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. 

*  Clay’s KaraoKiki; George’s Place; 860 St. Louis St., Baton Rouge; 10 p.m. – midnight.  Hosted every Thursday by Clay Donadlson starting at 10 p.m.

*  So You Think You Can Drag: B-Bob’s; 213 Conti St., Mobile AL; 11 p.m. Winner chosen by audience applause.

Friday:

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

*  Flamingo Night: The Four Seasons Den & Patio Bar; 1229 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA; 8 p.m. Tiffany Alexander hosts a night of crazy fun and games. 

*  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 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). 

*  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.

*  Flip’n Fridays: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 – 11 p.m.  Splash presents Flip’N Fridays! Flip a coin each round to see if you win a gift card equal to the value of that round! Featuring a performance at 10:30 where the queen flips a coin to see what she is performing that number!

*  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.

*  Dollz with Ballz: The Golden Lantern; 1239 Royal St.; 10 p.m. Come out and enjoy a great show with Taze-Ya-Ballz and cast. 

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

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

Saturday:

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

• Free Comedy Jam for Improvisers: Big Couch; 1045 Desire Street; 1 p.m. Just because improv is unscripted, doesn’t mean you can’t practice it! We welcome improvisers of all levels to join us weekly to hone their improv skills, learn new ones, and connect with fun folks. An improv jam is an opportunity for anyone to perform and watch scenes. You can have an awesome time while developing…

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

*  Kingz & Corsets: A Sexy Studded Affair: Oz New Orleans; 800 Bourbon St., New Orleans, LA; 8 p.m.  Attention: Kings, Queens, and everyone in between! Oz New Orleans is thrilled to announce our newest show under the Oz Entertainment umbrella: Kingz and Corsets! “A Sexy Studded Affair” Starring: Justin Betweener Hosted by: Paris Dee DeLorean. The show will feature weekly special guests.

*  Dance Bitches Dance: Oz New Orleans; 800 Bourbon St., New Orleans, LA; 10 p.m. Dance the night away at New Orleans’ #1 Gay Dance Club with DJ Tim Pflueger. 15 X Winner GAA “DJ of the Year” followed by DJ Adam Joseph or DJ Orlando Ricardo

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

Sunday

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

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

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

*  WigSnatchers Drag Brunch: Marigny Brasserie; 640 Frenchmen St. , New Orleans, LA; 12 – 3 p.m. Located in the heart of historic Frenchmen St. comes the hottest Drag Show New Orleans has to offer. Hosted by Cosette LaFemme and Mistie Bonét, Drag Brunch @ Marigny Brasserie guarantees a welcoming and entertaining experience with some of Nola’s finest Drag Queens. Come enjoy performances of some of the most iconic artists of all time while you start the day with a plate of New Orleans, a drink in hand, and a safe space to have fun and express yourself. Email marigny.brasserie@kfkgroup.com to inquire about special event offers and group pricing of parties of 5 or more

*  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.

*  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 III Felicia Phillips and former Southern Decadence Grand Marshal hosts.

• Minx Burlesque: Howlin Wolf; 907 S. Peters St., new Orleans, LA; 6 p.m. Minx Burlesque is LIVE at the Howlin’ Wolf. Featuring a rotating cast of performers for a new and exciting show each week. From classic strip tease, to circus acts, to comedy Queens, Minx Burlesque has something to please and tease every audience member. For tickets, go to https://www.ticketweb.com/events/org/13741?pl=howlin

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

*  Drag Bingeaux; Oz; 800 Bourbon St.; 7 – 9 p.m.   Hosted by Ivy Dripp with gogo boys.  11 games, no cover.  

*  The Opulence Hour: Maison; 508 Frenchmen St.; 8 – 9 p.m.  The troupe that brought you “Talk Nerdy To Me: A Weekly Nerdlesque Revue” is putting on our Sunday best for this new burlesque and variety show. The Society of Sin Burlesque & Variety every Sunday at The Maison on Frenchman at 7pm. Every week there will be a different show filled with decadent costumes, extravagant aesthetics, and big moods from our rotating cast of entertainers. For tickets, go to www.eventbrite.com

*  Lipstixx Ladies on Parade; Bourbon Pub & Parade; 801 Bourbon St.; 8 – 10 p.m.  Hosted by Miss Aubrey Synclaire 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.

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

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• Celebration in the Oaks: City Park; New Orleans, LA; Celebration in the Oaks is an annual holiday festivity from Thanksgiving through the New Year. Enjoy one of the most spectacular holiday light shows in the country as the grounds of New Orleans City Park is transformed into 25 acres of dazzling lights and breathtaking, festive displays. The Park, Botanical Garden, Storyland and Carousel Gardens Amusement Park are all captured with hundreds of thousands of lights to create a winter wonderland here in the Big Easy. Be dazzled by illuminated oak trees with a driving tour throughout the park. Over a million lights will be scattered throughout the 2.25-mile drive to set the scene for the holiday season to come. You can also book a walking tour, which includes access to Carousel Gardens Amusement Park and the Botanical Garden. Tickets can be found at celebrationintheoaks.com/

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• Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience: Jefferson Performing Arts Center:  6400 Airline Dr., Metairie, LA. Selling out to crowds around the world, Potted Potter will have you flying off your seat (or broomstick) with laughter. The perfect show for muggles, witches and wizards of all ages, this production of the boy-who-lived’s story combines all seven books into 70 hilarious minutes. The cleverly curated show includes all of your favorite characters, perfect Potter props and even a live Quidditch match! For times and tickets, go to https://www.jeffersonpac.com/events/detail/potted-potter-the-unauthorized-harry-experience

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• Prospect 6: Various Locations Around New Orleans. Historically, New Orleans has been regarded as a city deeply rooted in its past. For Prospect.6, Co-Artistic Directors Miranda Lash and Ebony G. Patterson will position New Orleans as a globally relevant point of departure for examining our collective future as it relates to climate change, legacies of colonialism, and definitions of belonging and home. Over 50 artists from around the world will contribute to Prospect.6. From November 2, 2024 to February 2, 2025, explore exhibit openings, mural unveilings, family and community programming, and more in venues across the city. Prospect is a citywide contemporary art triennial and the first exhibition of its kind in the US with a decade-long history. Every three years, they bring new art to an old city by inviting artists from all over the world to create projects in a wide variety of venues spread throughout New Orleans. Prospect.6 is brought to life through exhibit openings, mural unveilings, family and community programming, performance art, galas, parties, and more. Programming take place across venues in New Orleans, including museums, public parks, theaters, and universities. Participating venues thus far include the Ogden Museum of Southern Art, New Orleans African American Museum, New Marigny Theatre, Contemporary Arts Center, Merchant House, Xavier University Art Gallery, Tulane University Freeman Auditorium, and Harmony Circle. Prospect is free to the public except for the venues that regularly charge admission.  For more information go to prospect6.org

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• Allstate Sugar Bowl: Caesars Superdome; 1500 Sugar Bowl Dr., New Orleans, LA; 7:45 p.m. The 2025 Sugar Bowl (officially known as the College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Allstate Sugar Bowl for sponsorship reasons) is a college football bowl game scheduled to be played on January 1, 2025, at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. The 91st annual Sugar Bowl game will be one of the playoff quarterfinals and will feature two of the playoff teams. The game is scheduled to begin at 7:45 p.m. CST. The Sugar Bowl will be one of the 2024–25 bowl games concluding the 2024 FBS football season and the winner will advance to the college football playoff semifinals. For more info go to allstatesugarbowl.org

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• 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? Doors open at 10:00 PM, show starts at 7 PM Tickets are available for purchase at the door or at eventbrite.com 
• Gender Bent: Medieval Mayhem: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10 p.m. European history is full of death, destruction, deception, & dilapidation, but the “Dark Ages” of 600CE to 1200CE are thought to be the most diabolical of times. As the Roman Empire fell, and its northern lands struggled to find footing after its collapse, Kings and Queens rose and fell, knights and squires fought and died, the Church slaughtered thousands in the name of their nailed God, all the while peasants suffered the harsh realities of the age. We begin 2025 with a look back into this troubled and turbulent time in history as we present Medieval Mayhem! Cover 15$ general, 20$ VIP (includes priority seating and 3 raffle tickets) We will be doing a blanket drive for the unhoused at this show. Bring a clean blanket, present it to the door person and receive 3 extra raffle tickets. Tickets available at the door and evenntbrite.com

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• NOLA Pups and Handlers Beer Bust; Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave.; 9 p.m. – midnight.  Mix and mingle with NOLA Pups and Handlers club at their monthly beer bust social! $1 draft Bud Lite on the back patio.
• Ladies Night: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA; 9 p.m. Come join the ultimate ladies dance party! Ladies get a free shot before midnight for 21+ Featuring performances and a wet t-shirt contest to win exotic prizes! Fire dance beats all night long!
• Buffy the Vampire Slay Her: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10:30 p.m. A Buffy the Vampire Slayer inspired Drag and Burlesque show. Tickets at the door and eventbrite.com

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• NOAGE Virtual Coffee Talk: Virtual; 10:30AM. Virtual Coffee Talk (On Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/971171285)
• The New Orleans High Society Hour!: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.NOLA ; 8 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. Tickets at eventbrite.com and door.
• Queer Dance Party: 12 Mile Limit; 500 S. Telemachus St., New Orleans, LA; 9 p.m. queer dance party at twelve mile limit! DJ set by warm advice! $5 twelve mile limit cocktail special! No cover!
• It’s Showtime on Rampart Street; Le Cabaret; 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.

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• King Cake Kick Off Party: Zony Mash beer Project; 1464 S. Broad Ave., new Orleans, LA; 3 – 6 p.m. Featuring Dance Krewe, Music, Beer, Food and the 2025 Mardi Gras Monarch Pageant. 

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• Joan of Arc Parade: French Quarter; 5 p.m. Founded in 2008, Joan of Arc is an annual walking parade honoring our unofficial patron saint, “The Maid of Orleans”. The event melds medieval revelry with the traditions of Mardi Gras. It’s a celebration of the city’s French culture and heritage as well as St Joan of Arc’s birthday which coincides with Twelfth Night. The procession is inspired by Joan’s time in France in the 1400s, when she liberated the citizens of Orleans, France from British siege. Honorary characters include the Maid of Honor, Joan of Arc, on horseback in a white robe with faux armor breastplate. Midway through the parade, she receives her sword after a blessing at St. Louis Cathedral. Joan is joined on the parade route by Queen Yolande of Aragon and King Charles VII, the “Dauphin” who became King as a result of Joan of Arc’s efforts. The Maid of Honor is chosen in a student Joan competition, while the Queen and King are community leaders. Parade goers dress in gold to look like the statue of Joan in the French Quarter, a gift to the City of New Orleans from France in the 1950s. Parade participants wear attire reminiscent of 1400s France with medieval costumes and music, characters on horseback, jugglers, knights, stiltwalkers, giant puppets, king cake and handmade medieval throws. For more info go to joanofarcparade.org/who-we-are/
• The Krewe of Rue Revelers 12th Night Party: The Mardi Gras Museum of Costumes & Culture; 318 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA. 6 p.m. The Lord of Misrule and his Mystik Krewe de la Rue Royale Revelers command your presence at Frank’s Annual 12th Night Party. The party returns to the new Mardi Gras Museum of Costumes and Culture! The doors open at 6:00pm. Join us as we kick off the 76th year of Gay Carnival! A recognition of all the New Orleans gay krewe’s royalty will be followed by the traditional procession of previous Grand Revelers and the presentation of Grand Reveler X before the traditional Meeting of the Courts of the Krewe de la Rue Royale Revelers and the Krewe of Queenateenas. Procession of Grand Revelers begins at 7:00-ish. $40 gets you admission to the party (includes food, an open bar, and the museum), as well as a year-long membership in the Krewe de la Rue Royale Revelers. Admission may also include a custom-made, commemorative pin. Tickets are available on Eventbrite here: https://www.eventbrite.com/…/franks-twelfth-night-party… You can also purchase admission pins in person from Frank Perez or any previous Grand Reveler (Jeff Palmquist, Will Antill, Felicia Phillips, Frank Perez, Duaine Daniels, Misti Gaither, Cody D. McLain, Catherine Gaither). Admission at the door is $50. As usual, the party will feature lots of booze, delicious food, scantily clad eye candy, and great people. A grand, gay time will be had by all so join us as we kick off Carnival Season! Who will be crowned Grand Reveler X? Find out on Twelfth Night
• Phunny Phorty Fellows: Uptown New Orleans; 6 p.m.Celebrating the arrival of the Carnival Season, the costumed and masked krewe of the Phunny Phorty Phellows will gather on Twelfth Night, January 6, 2025 in the Willow Street Car Barn. At 7pm sharp, the Phunny Phorty Phellowsl will board the streetcar and begin their traditional ride to “Herarld the Arrival of Carnival” down the St. Charles Ave. Streetcar Line. Of course Storyville Stompers were there with us. The Phellows are an historic Mardi Gras organization that first took to the streets 1878 through 1898. They were known for their satirical parades and today¹s krewe members’ costumes often reflect topical themes. The group was revived in 1981. For more info or the route, go to http://phunnyphortyphellows.com/
• Drag King Cake: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA; 7 – 10  p.m. Carnival begins today and we have the finest selection of king cake and King’s Cakes to serve you LET THEM EAT CAKE. Though king cake is a staple New Orleans confection, it brings bad luck if you eat it outside of Carnival season. On the last day of epiphany, known as Kings Day, Carnival season begins and King Cake can be enjoyed once again! We are proud to serve you the finest selection of New Orleans’ caked-up kings in this all-Drag King revue kickoff to Mardi Gras! Including the fine talents of caked-up kings from around New Orleans Our doors open at “The Pearl of the Marigny” The Allways Lounge & Cabaret starting at 10:30pm. Of course you’ll be able to buy tickets at the door, but you’re here because you don’t want to take any chances when it comes to getting a ticket to this show. GA is $25. VIP is $45, which includes front row seating in our VIP Section. Tickets at evenntbrite.com, at the door or Email peachykingdrag@gmail.com to learn how you can purchase tickets.

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• Whodunit!? A Draglesque Murder Mystery Where You get to choose WHO DUN IT?: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 7 – 10  p.m. A new theme every month, this little murder-mystery cabaret show is a piece of interactive dinner theater that you do not want to miss! Each month a new cast of characters have to convince YOU the audience that they are the murderer. As each character performs, every dollar you tip counts as a vote towards your preferred performer and whoever gets chosen by the audience gets to give an encore performance. So come ready with tip dollars to make sure you can vote for your favorite performer as much as you want. GA is $20, GA+ is $30, which includes a plate, VIP is $35, which includes a plate and front row seating. Email peachykingdrag@gmail.com or eventbrite.com
• Pink Martini Featuring China Forbes: Orpheum Theater; 129 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans, LA; 8 p.m. Drawing inspiration from music from all over the world – crossing genres of classical, jazz and old-fashioned pop – Thomas Lauderdale founded Pink Martini in 1994 to provide more beautiful and inclusive musical soundtracks for political fundraisers for causes such as civil rights, affordable housing, the environment, libraries, public broadcasting, education and parks. Twenty years later, Pink Martini still tours the world, singing in 22 languages at opera houses, concert halls, film festivals, museums and fashion shows. In 2014, Pink Martini was inducted into both the Hollywood Bowl Hall of Fame and the Oregon Music Hall of Fame. Tickets at ticketmaster.com

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• Queer Singles Art Night: Lolo’s Youth Yoga Studio; 6117bMagazine St., New Orleans, LA; 6 – 9 p.m. Are you single and wanting to change that? Looking to meet other single people in a relaxed environment with an organized activity? Come to our Queer Singles Art Night! $20 to attend! Pre-registration required: https://www.lolosstudio.com/events-1/pridegroupartnight
• The Black Jacket Symphony: Jefferson Performing Arts Center:  6400 Airline Dr., Metairie, LA.; 8 p.m. Remember putting on an album and listening from start to finish? Relive that moment with a live concert experience unlike any other as The Black Jacket Symphony recreates Led Zeppelin’s iconic album Houses of the Holy live in its entirety—note-for-note, sound-for-sound—plus a full set of Led Zeppelin’s greatest hits. Over the past ten years, the Black Jacket Symphony has performed over 40 classic rock albums, bringing an incredible night of entertainment to over a million music lovers across the US. The group of hand-picked musicians changes based upon the album being performed—and no sonic detail is overlooked, with the musicians doing whatever it takes to reproduce the album. It’s a full night of rock and roll magic—plus a visual experience unlike any other. For tickets, go to https://www.jeffersonpac.com/events/detail/black-jacket-symphony-presents
• Jockstrap Lube Wrestling: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10  p.m. Lubed up bodies enter the ring BUT only one will win. This tournament is a judgment free zone filled with sexy fights and live entertainment including but not limited to drag and burlesque throughout. Never wrestled but really wanna show up and out? Unlike other wrestling events winning a round is purely performance based, and each winner is chosen by the audience 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

1/10

• Eureeka Starfish’s Monthly Open Talent Night: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA; 8 p.m. Hosted by Eureka, come out to this fun show where contestants vie for first and second place.  
• 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
• 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 
• Kerri Colby RPDR Alum: B-Bob’s; 213 Conti St., Mobile, AL; 10 p.m. Come see Kerri Colby perform live at B-Bob’s, it’s going to be a night full of amazing drag and good vibes! Kerri Colby Performance at B-Bob’s Get ready for a night of amazing Drag with Kerri Colby at B-Bob’s ! Join us for an unforgettable in-person event filled with fantastic Drag and great vibes. Kerri Colby is sure to impress with their incredible talent and stage presence. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enjoy a drag Show in a vibrant atmosphere. Mark your calendars and bring your friends along for a night you won’t forget! Advance tickets at evenntbrite.com

1/11

• Mama Honey’s Drag Brunch: Kajun’s Karaoke Bar; 2256 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA; 11 a.m. Mama Honey’s Drag Brunch is here! Brace yourself for the finest drag show around accompanied by an amazing, and surprisingly affordable, brunch menu! As always, the show is hosted by the incomparably talented and funny Ms. Vanessa Carr and features rotating casts of some of the area’s most incredibly talented drag entertainers! Join us for an event you won’t soon forget!! Please note that food and alcohol are not included in the cost of your ticket and will be sold separately. Also, entertainer tips are customary and very much appreciated. If you have any questions please contact us at 985-807-1624. Tickets at evenbrite.com
• 8th Annual Dolly Should: Mockingbird Cafe; 110 S. 2nd St., Bay St. Louis, MS.; Noon. Paint your nails and lips and tease your hair to the heavens because it is our 8th Annual Dolly Should! Dolly Should . . . come celebrate her birthday with us and so should you! Dolly Should is an all day event with multiple different contests and happenings all over Old Town Bay St Louis. For the second year in a row we will be hosting a Children’s Book Drive in honor of Dolly’s literacy initiative. Also, everyone’s favorite – the Dolly Look-Alike Contest! This year’s contest entry fee of $10 will be donated to King’s Kitchen, a free meal program in Hancock County. The Shops of Old Town Bay St. Louis will be stocked with all of the Dolly style your heart could desire. Some shops are even offering discounts to anyone dressed like Dolly! Join us for a day filled with fun, flair, and fabulous festivities all in the spirit of Dolly! Whether you’re participating in a contest, enjoying the vibrant atmosphere, or just soaking in the celebration, there’s something for everyone at Dolly Should! This event is ever evolving! Keep up with all of the happenings on our social media pages as well as the official 8th Annual Dolly Should Facebook event page by Mockingbird Café. Here are just a few things happening around town. -Children’s Book Drive January 1 – January 12 throughout the shops of Old Town Bay St. Louis -Dolly specials & shopping all day long at the shops of Old Town Bay St. Louis -Dolly Beauty Shoppe at Second Street Boutique 12pm-6pm -Live Dolly painting by Andrew Switzer 4pm on South Second St. -Live music by Sweetie 4pm-7pm on Mockingbird Café main stage -Highest Hair Contest 5pm at The Shops at Century Hall 5pm -Dolly Look-Alike Contest 7pm at Mockingbird Café w/ DJ Doug Funnie Dolly Look-alike Contest breakdown -In person sign up 4pm-6pm -Line up starts 6pm -Contest starts 7pm w/ judging to follow
• Lieder & Lingerie: Opera Burlesque: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA; 7 p.m. Lieder and Lingerie is a live music opera burlesque show featuring a rotating cast of opera singers, burlesque performers, and live musicians pushing the boundaries of Opera until she says her safe word. Do you need some titties with your ditties? Some schlongs with your songs? Then look no further than the opera strip-tease sensation, Lieder and Lingerie!! Tickets at eventuate.com and door 
• King Cake & Cocktails: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA; 7 -10 p.m. Come out to find out who The new royalty is this year as well as learn the bal Masque theme for the Krewe of Armeinius.   There will also be all kinds of king cakes for you to enjoy as well as drink specials.  $10 donation.  
• Androgynnous 80’s Drag & Burlesque Show Presented by Dru Cocky: The Original Nite Cap; 1300 St. Bernard Ave. New Orleans, LA; 7 p.m. Doors at 7pm, Show at 8pm. $15 cover. Tickets at door and eventbrite.com A Drag and Burlesque show giving tribute to our favorite 80’s musicians that blurred the lines of gender presentation! 
• At The Top: A Collaborative Comedy Competition: Big Couch; 1045 Desire Street New Orleans, LA; 9 p.m. Tickets at door and eventbrite.com  8 Comics! 3 Rounds! 1 Crown! Experience your favorite standup comics working together like you’ve never seen before, live and video sketch comedy, and the sweetest honey roast you’ve ever tasted! Save the date! Tickets coming soon! Produced by Jade and Daniel Brontè-Bullard, “At The Top: A Collaborative Comedy Competition” appears at the Big Couch Theatre every second Saturday. Doors open at 8:30 pm, and the show starts at 9:00 pm.
• Rougaroux Rugby Social: Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave.; 9 p.m. – midnight. Get to know our Rouxgarou Rugby team at their monthly social! Join them for Jell-O shots and drink specials on the back patio from 9pm – midnight.
• Studio 504: A Night of Disco Fantasy: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10:30 p.m. One Night Only! Studio 504 – a night of disco inspired fantasy, starring a host of local burlesque and drag superstar talent. Put on your best disco inspired outfits and join us in The Twilight Room as we celebrate Sagittarius season with a spectacular show & cast of sagi disco darlings and dancing late into the night. Get RESERVED seating and a goody bag with our VIP tables. Or chill in the back with our lounge seating. Dancing encouraged in all sections.

1/12

• Royalty Appreciation Party & 2025 Mardi Gras Theme Ball Announcement Party: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA; 3 – 5 p.m. The Lord’s of Leather cordially invites past and current royalty & the community to our Royalty Appreciation & Bal Mystic 2025 theme Announcement event. Join us as we take a look back on the past two decades of previous Lords of Leathers bal themes. We encourage past and current royalty from all Mardi Gras Krewes to come adorning your sash and crown.

1/13

• Almost Naked Karaoke: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 9:30 p.m. Enjoy Naked Karaoke with Kip Kendal & Trey Bien.  Come sign & Strip (nudity optional).  Suggested donation $5 – $10

1/14 – 1/19

• & Juliet: Saenger Theater; 1111 Canal St., New Orleans, LA.; Tuesday – Thursday – 7:30 p.m., Friday – 8 p.m.; Saturday – 2 & 8 p.m., Sunday – 1 & 6:30 p.m. Created by the Emmy®-winning writer from “Schitt’s Creek,” this hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told. & Juliet asks: what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as she ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love—her way. Juliet’s new story bursts to life through a playlist of pop anthems as iconic as her name, including “Since U Been Gone‚” “Roar,” “Baby One More Time,” “Larger Than Life‚” “That’s The Way It Is,“ and “Can’t Stop the Feeling!”— all from the genius songwriter/producer behind more #1 hits than any other artist this century. Break free of the balcony scene and get into this romantic comedy that proves there’s life after Romeo. The only thing tragic would be missing it. For tickets, go to https://www.saengernola.com/events/and-juliet/

1/14

• Intergenerational Game Night: New Orleans Pride Center; 2762 Orleans Ave., New Orleans, LA.; 6 – 8 p.m.  Come out for a fun and fabulous game night with members of the community from across the generations, and feel free to invite friends!
• Sincerely, Fantasy. THE Thing to do in New Orleans: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 6 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

1/15

• Community Action LGBTQIA+ Circle: Introduction + Community Guidelines; 134 N. Broad St., New Orleans, LA: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Join CRA for this post-election processing space to build community and foster honest dialogue that honors a collective response to our current political moment. Together we can dream pathways towards liberation that keep us connected as we take action. All lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual community members are invited to join our facilitator, Kai Werder, for this series of community action circles. RSVP required. The first session is mandatory and we ask that every participant register for a minimum of 3 sessions. To sign up go to eventbrite.com
• Burlesque Bingo with Lefty Lucy!: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 6 p.m.  You’ve never played Bingo like this before!  Chock full of fun facts, bad jokes, & Strip Tease. Burlesque Bingo with Lefty Lucy is a whirlwind of wholesome good times blended with the cheeky sass of Burlesque!  Win prizes every round including a New Orleans Gift Set as well as BURLESQUE ROULETTE: Where YOU choose the song Lefty Strips to! But she’ll only remove ONE item per round, so you’ll have to stick around till the end if you want to see the tassels twirl!
• NOAGE Potluck: St. Anna’s Episcopal Church; 1313 Esplanade Ave.; 6:30 – 8 p.m. A potluck dinner for the community. Come to eat, network, and make new friends. If you are able, please bring a dish (main dishes, meats, sides, soups, salads or vegan/vegetarian dishes, desserts, etc.). Please also consider bringing non-perishable food items for St. Anna’s Food Pantry. The event is in the back of St. Anna’s Parish House (the building to the right of the church itself, located at the corner of Esplanade Ave. and Marais St.) Please enter from the back door; the front door remains locked at all times. The back door is accessible from the Marais St. side of the building, by the parking lot. It’s the door with the wheelchair accessible ramp. Note: This event is intended for people who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Masks are recommended (unless you are actively eating/drinking).
• Hot Dog Drag Bingo: GrandPre’s; 834 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA; 8 – 11 p.m. EUREEKA PRESENTS HOT DOG DRAG BINGO  EVERY THIRD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH. Hosted by Eureeka Starfish and Bartender Brien! No cover get a card and Play for weird and maybe fancy cheap prizes! Maybe catch a Special Drag Number from me! CECE’S DIVINE HOT DOGS will be popping up and selling some delicious wieners for you! We strongly encourage to dress fun! Leather Sexy , Himbo and Bimbo Energy is a huge plus. …. Or Dress like a Hot Dog!

1/16

• Gulf South LGBTQ+ Chamber 2025 Pride Business & Employment Expo: Common House; 420 Julia St., New Orleans, LA; 3 – 7:30 p.m. Join us for the Gulf South LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce Business and Employment Expo – a vibrant evening of networking, business connections, job opportunities and celebrating all things queer! Whether you’re an entrepreneur, professional, or ally, this is your chance to connect, collaborate, and grow within our thriving community. 3pm – 5:30pm: Business and Employment Expo 5:30pm – 7:30pm: Business After Hours and Expo EXHIBITORS: Free for Members, $200 for Nonmembers (or sign up to be a member!) Admission is FREE for all attendees! To register, go to https://business.gslgbtchamber.org/events/details/2025-pride-business-and-employment-expo-516?fbclid=IwY2xjawHdMThleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHRUpUwKjSYrqBogWok3CIbqJYS2I8J_59A1BS2aIFD64fDGoEJYlEIRqew_aem_amWpUPoIxfTQJRThGMiMtw
• Night Moves: Burlesque You Can Savor: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10 p.m. A sumptuous evening of burlesque you can savor, featuring award winning entertainers performing alongside epic music & extended tracks. Tickets at the door and eventbrite.com

1/17

• 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 & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10 p.m. From the UK’s jewel of burlesque and badass showgirl Pinky DeVille comes BURNING HELL BURLESQUE – an exciting night of rock & roll cabaret from some of New Orleans burlesque’s hottest entertainers plus GUEST STARS $20 General Admission (unreserved seating) $25 Lounge Seating (reserved raised lounge seating at back of theatre) $30 VIP includes guaranteed table seating and goodie bag.  Tickets available at door and eventbrite.com. 

1/18

• Dr. Daniel Black Author Talk & Book Signing: Baldwin & Co.; 1030 Elysian Fields Ave., New Orleans, LA; 4 – 6 p.m. This is an exclusive ticketed event! Tickets include a signed copy of Dr. Black’s newest novel Isaacs Song as well as the opportunity to get your book signed and a meet and greet. There are also a limited amount of free general admission only tickets available. The beloved author of Don’t Cry for Me and Perfect Peace returns with a poignant, emotionally exuberant novel about a young queer Black man finding his voice in 1980s Chicago—a novel of family, forgiveness and perseverance, for fans of The Great Believers and On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous. For tickets, go to eventbrite.com
• Mystic Krewe of Apollo de Orleans Bal Masque “Trek Across America”: The Historic Carver Theater; 2101 Orleans Ave., New Orleans, LA; 7 – 11 p.m.  Join The Mystic Krewe of Apollo de New Orleans as we present our 22nd Bal Masque, “Apollo Treks Across America,” January 18, 2025, at the historic Carver Theater in New Orleans. With an exciting venue and a growing Krewe, our ball promises to be fun for everyone as we present costumes inspired by U.S. landmarks across the country — all with a distinctive Apollo twist. From New York to San Francisco and Los Angeles, be prepared for everything from Tornado Alley to Chicago and the Georgia Peach to Idaho Potatoes, with Old Man River, Muskogee, Miami, the Colorado Rockies, and more sprinkled in along the way, There even will be a few Rest Stops, so you just don’t know what’s in store for you as you join us on our journey. Honoring our reigning King and Queen Apollo New Orleans XXI Dale Bowling and Sheeya Mann, and presenting King and Queen Apollo New Orleans XXII Jake Stout and Gia GiaVanni, this is an event you don’t want to miss! ATTIRE Full formal. Tux or evening gown required for entry. Visiting Royalty are welcome to wear crowns and sashes. MENU Complimentary food will be available prior to and during the tableau (baked chicken, jambalaya, seasonal salad, and veggie pasta) Complimentary water and coffee service throughout the night. Cash bars provided by venue. Absolutely no outside beverages allowed! Guests must be 18 to enter and 21 to drink, as per applicable liquor laws. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tableau begins at 8 p.m. (All guests should plan to be seated before the tableau begins. Tickets at eventbrite.com
• Bette Tittler’s Broadville Follies: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA; 8 p.m. Join us for an unforgettable evening of entertainment at Bette Tittler’s Broadville Follies! Get ready to be dazzled by a spectacular show filled with music, drag, dance, and sideshow to an ALL MUSICAL THEATER score! Experience the charm and wit of Bette Tittler as she takes the stage with her troupe of talented performers. From hilarious skits to show-stopping musical numbers, from beautiful burlesque dancers to daring feats of skill, this event promises to keep you entertained from start to finish. Don’t miss out on this incredible experience! Mark your calendars and get ready to be part of the magic at Bette Tittler’s Broadville Follies. Book your tickets now and get ready for a night you won’t forget! Tickets at eventbrite.com or at the door
• Country Dance: Le Cabaret; 834 N. Rampart St.; 8 – 11 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 8:00p also at Grandpre’s Bar. Learn the line dances we do before the dance
• Guys Dance Party: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA; 9 p.m.  Come join the ultimate guy dance party! Go shirtless and receive a free shot for 21+ Featuring a shirtless dance off, & a wet boxer contest! Come win Andrew Christian & Jockmail jockstraps! Sickest beats all night by DJ Sqrd!
• Acasia Forgot RPDR Season 17: B-Bob’s; 213 Conti St., Mobile, AL; 10 p.m. Come see this queen from RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 17 slay the stage at B-Bob’s – Acasia Forgot, but you shouldn’t miss it! Acasia Forgot RPDR S17 is hitting the stage at B-Bob’s for a night of fierce performances! Get ready to witness this drag superstar in action as they bring their unique style and charisma to the spotlight. Don’t miss out on the chance to see Acasia slay the stage with their killer dance moves and stunning looks. Join us for a night of unforgettable entertainment at B-Bob’s! Advance tickets at evenntbrite.com
• It’s Showtime on Rampart Street; Le Cabaret; 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.
• Variété deVille – An Evening of New Orleans Cabaret & Variety: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA; 10:30 p.m. Get ready for a sensational Friday night delight as Pinky DeVille & friends present “Variete DeVille” – an exquisite showcase of all-star New Orleans burlesque, cabaret, and variety performances. Join us for a limited run of unforgettable evenings filled with glamour, entertainment, and captivating artistry. Indulge in the nostalgia of a bygone era as Pinky DeVille and her captivating cast transport you to the enchanting world of vintage New Orleans cabarets and classic variety shows. “Variété DeVille” is a tribute to the glamour, sophistication, and electric energy of those legendary performances that have stood the test of time. Surrounded by the velvet curtains of The Allways Lounge & Cabaret, you’ll be transported to a world of opulence and allure. The stage comes alive with sultry burlesque routines, toe-tapping cabaret melodies, and a medley of variety acts that will leave you breathless. Tickets: https://varietedeville.eventbrite.com

1/19

• The Tennessee Williams Ball: Hotel Peter Paul; 2317 Burgundy St., New Orleans, LA: 7 – 10 p.m. Prepare for a night of dancing and revelry under the stained glass prisms of this 19th Century former church, now a sumptuous event space and part of the Hotel Peter and Paul. -Music by DJ Sailor Hank, Alexis & the Sanity, and The Slick Skillet Serenaders -A Royal Tableau featuring Vinsantos, Tsarina Hellfire, and the Mudlark Puppeteers -Presentation of our inaugural Tennessee Williams Ball Angel, LadyBeast -Open Bar by SAZERAC / Goldring Family Foundation -Tarot Readings by Seeress Mugga Rose -Tattoos by Hell or High Water Tattoo -All hosted by Michelle Antoinette Nelson, aka LOVE the poets. For tickets, go to https://tennesseewilliams.net/other-events/tennessee-williams-ball/?fbclid=IwY2xjawHdL21leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHVhvE2hnQPDLOPsAAybOfODgdINVErcQl2URo-FU-i-BW6u7F2IEo-L9rQ_aem_D1ynbxppn332L5BwJUlOtw

1/21

• Community Meet-Up & Dinner: New Orleans Pride Center; 2762 Orleans Ave., New Orleans, LA; 6 – 8 p.m. Join the New Orleans Pride Center for a dinner and meet-up! Each month different LGBTQ2IA+ community organizations are invited to come share about what they do for our communities.
• Sundown Striptease: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 9 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! Tickets at eventbrite.com and door 

1/22

• Community Action LGBTQIA+ Circle: What is Community; 134 N. Broad St., New Orleans, LA: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Join CRA for this post-election processing space to build community and foster honest dialogue that honors a collective response to our current political moment. Together we can dream pathways towards liberation that keep us connected as we take action. All lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual community members are invited to join our facilitator, Kai Werder, for this series of community action circles. RSVP required. The first session is mandatory and we ask that every participant register for a minimum of 3 sessions. To sign up go to eventbrite.com
• Sip & Sign With Buggy Johnson: The Original Nite Cap; 1300 St. Bernard Ave. New Orleans, LA; 6 p.m. Suggested $10 per person which all goes straight to Buggy! Have you ever been curious about learning basic ASL skills or wanting to have social time with Deafies and other people interested in ASL? Join us for a fun evening at The Original Nite Cap where Buggy Johnson will be teaching basic ASL signs. Anyone is welcome to come for socializing and practicing ASL! The bar will be open and the kitchen will be serving delicious food from Pulcinella! ASL Interpreters Bella Blue and Jenn Arif will be on site to support!

1/23

• Teardrops & Tassels: An Emo Cabaret: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA; 10:30 p.m. Turn up the eyeliner and let your heart break all over again at Teardrops & Tassels! This one-night-only emo cabaret will ignite your inner angst with sultry, heart-wrenching performances inspired by the music and moods that defined an era. Featuring a lineup of captivating performers who’ll reimagine the songs that kept you up at night, this show blends the emotional intensity of emo with the art of burlesque. Expect a moody mix of theatrics, tassels, and the anthems that still haunt your playlists. Tickets at eventbrite.com and at the door

1/24

• Musicals: In Burlesque Shrek: The Burlesque’d Musical: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 6:30 & 10 p.m SomeBODY once told us that you can’t write a parody of a parody, but they never met a bevy of beautiful busty booties that love nothing more than making you laugh while we sing and strip our clothes away! Once upon a time in a dive bar Far Far Away there was an Ogre named Shrek, this is his story told through song, dance, and of course burlesque! Join us on January 24th at the AllWays Lounge & Cabaret at 7:00 PM and 10: 30 to experience Shrek like you’ve never seen before get ready to laugh, laugh, laugh, and oh yeah LAUGH! Better out than in we allways say! Tickets at the door and eventbrite.com
• Crescent City Leathermen Social: Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave., New Orleans, LA.; 9 p.m. – midnight. Mix and mingle with CCL at their monthly social! Join them for drink specials on the back patio.
• Venusian Nights: A Drag & Burlesque Spectacle: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10:30 p.m. Tickets available at eventbrite.com and at the door.  Experience the Venusian Nights in the heart of New Orleans! Join us for a night filled with mesmerizing performances and unforgettable moments. Expect glamour and camp to the umpteenth degree. Indulge in the vibrant atmosphere, as the energy of the crowd merges with the twinkling lights and pulsating music. Let yourself be immersed in the dreamlike ambiance of this one-of-a-kind extravaganza.

1/25

• 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
• Krewe of Apollo Baton Rouge Bal Masque XLIII – Sign of the Times: Raising Cane’s River Center; 275 S. River Road, Baton Rouge, LA; 5:30 p.m. Tickets and Tables are on Sale Now: https://apollobatonrouge.homesteadcloud.com/store Doors will open at 5:30pm CST; Ball activities will begin at 6:30pm. Please plan to arrive prior to 6:30pm to ensure you do not miss anything. Dress Code: Formal Attire is required (Tuxedo or Evening Gown) Food & Beverage Instructions: NEW: Your ticket prices included corkage. Guests are allowed to bring their own food, beverages, and mixers. If you would like to order from the River Center Catering, all food and beverages must be ordered through the Baton Rouge River Center no later than 72 Hours prior to the Ball. There will be NO cash bar at the event.
• KAPOW: Burlesque, Drag & Variety with a BANG!: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA; 10 p.m. Vivacious Miss Audacious presents: KAPOW: Burlesque, Drag, Variety with a BANG! A powerhouse entertainment experience featuring a rotating cast of burlesque, drag and variety artists that pack a punch! Doors 10:00pm, Show 10:30pm. RSVP REQUIRED; NO REFUNDS tickets@missaudacious.com
• Mystic Krewe of Amon Ra Ball: Frederick J Sigur Center; 8245 W. Judge Perez Blvd., Chalmette, LA; 8 p.m. Come out and enjoy the 60th Ball.  For more information, got to The Mystic Krewe of Amon-Ra – Celebrating Our 59th Gay Mardi Gras Ball January 2024

1/26

• Mystic Krewe of Apollo Baton Rouge Royalty Lunch: Women’s Club Inc. Baton Rouge; 240 St. Louis St., Baton Rouge, LA.; 12 p.m. Our annual Royalty Luncheon honoring King & Queen Apollo XLIII Timothy Cody Evans and Benjamin Woods will be held at 12noon on Sunday, January 26, 2025, at the Woman’s Club. Tickets are $30.00 per person. A buffet, bottomless Blood Marys, Mimosas, and soft drinks are included. Everyone must purchase a ticket to attend. Buy your tickets in the store at apollobatonrouge.com. 

1/27

• Almost Naked Karaoke: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 9:30 p.m. Enjoy Naked Karaoke with Kip Kendal & Trey Bien.  Come sign & Strip (nudity optional).  Suggested donation $5 – $10

1/28

• NOAGE Book Club: New Orleans Pride Center; 2762 Orleans Ave., New Orleans, LA.; 6 – 7:30 p.m. NOAGE Book Club/Discussion- Cher: The Memoir: Part One, by Cher. Adults of all ages welcome! NOAGE Book Club Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/323303015456645 Book Description: “After more than seventy years of fighting to live her life on her own terms, Cher finally reveals her true story in intimate detail, in a two-part memoir. Her remarkable career is unique and unparalleled. The only woman to top Billboard charts in seven consecutive decades, she is the winner of an Academy Award, an Emmy, a Grammy, and a Cannes Film Festival Award, and an inductee to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame who has been lauded by the Kennedy Center. She is a lifelong activist and philanthropist. As a dyslexic child who dreamed of becoming famous, Cher was raised in often-chaotic circumstances, surrounded by singers, actors, and a mother who inspired her in spite of their difficult relationship. With her trademark honesty and humor, Cher: The Memoir traces how this diamond in the rough succeeded with no plan and little confidence to become the trailblazing superstar the world has been unable to ignore for more than half a century. Cher: The Memoir, Part One follows her extraordinary beginnings through childhood to meeting and marrying Sonny Bono—and reveals the highly complicated relationship that made them world-famous, but eventually drove them apart. Cher: The Memoir reveals the daughter, the sister, the wife, the lover, the mother, and the superstar.”
• The Temptations & The Four Tops: Saenger Theater; 1111 Canal St., New Orleans, LA.; 8 p.m. The Temptations, often referred to as American music royalty, are world-renowned superstars of entertainment, revered for their phenomenal catalog of music and prolific career. They are one of the most iconic, bestselling brands in the entertainment world today. While the group has evolved over the years, Dr. Otis Williams has continued to lead the group and carry the torch forward for the next generation of Temptations’ fans. The Temptations are headlining concerts around the country throughout 2024.  Their concerts include fan favorites such as “My Girl,” “Just My Imagination (Running Away with Me),” “Ain’t Too Proud to Beg,” “Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone,” and more. The Four Tops:The quartet, originally called the Four Aims, made their first single for Chess in 1956, and spent seven years on the road and in nightclubs, singing pop, blues, Broadway, but mostly jazz—four-part harmony jazz. When Motown’s Berry Gordy Jr. found out they had hustled a national “Tonight Show” appearance, he signed them without an audition to be the marquee act for the company’s Workshop Jazz label. That proved short-lived, and Stubbs’ powerhouse baritone lead and the exquisite harmonies of Fakir, Benson, and Payton started making one smash after another with the writing-producing trio Holland-Dozier-Holland. Four tickets, go to https://www.saengernola.com/events/temptations-four-tops/

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• Community Action LGBTQIA+ Circle: Dreaming Towards Liberation; 134 N. Broad St., New Orleans, LA: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Join CRA for this post-election processing space to build community and foster honest dialogue that honors a collective response to our current political moment. Together we can dream pathways towards liberation that keep us connected as we take action. All lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual community members are invited to join our facilitator, Kai Werder, for this series of community action circles. RSVP required. The first session is mandatory and we ask that every participant register for a minimum of 3 sessions. To sign up go to eventbrite.com
• 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!

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• The Magical Krewe of Exotique Disco Ball: Liv’s Battlefield Bar; 2029 Paris Roda, Chalmette, LA.; 7 p.m. – midnight.  Every year The Magical Krewe of EXOTIQUE holds their annual “DISCO BALL”. Each year a theme is decided on by the in coming King and Queen and this years theme is “CLASSIC ART MASTERPIECES”. The doors open at 7pm with a D.J. J Ballz playing the Disco tunes for your dancing pleasures until 9PM. At 9PM the presentation of last years King and Queen along with the new KING and QUEEN will happen along with the Costume Tableau representing CLASSIC ART MASTERPIECES! Directly following the Disco music will start back up for more dancing and fun. You can also reserve a table which cost $80 and will come with a bottle of Champagne and a charcuterie board and has 4 seats. Contact JOHN DELGADILLO via messenger or leave a message here on the event and I will get back to you regarding a table. You are responsible for your own 4 wine/champagne glasses when you purchase your table. Entry is $10 at the event and you are not guaranteed a seat with General admission. You must be 21 or older to attend the event. Attire is Cocktail or Disco looks.