Gay New Orleans Events

Gay New Orleans Events include the crazy Southern Decadence in August, the annual pride parade in June and the world famous Mardi Gras.

Gay Christmas and New Year's Eve in New Orleans

Gay Christmas & New Year's Eve in New Orleans

From: Dec. 02.2023 - To: Dec. 31.2023

Tuesday, Nov 29th, 2022

New Orleans is the perfect place to celebrate Christmas and ring in the new year, from gala dinners to all-night parties, street celebrations and more

Luna Fete Festival of Lights New Orleans

From: Dec. 07.2023 - To: Dec. 10.2023

Tuesday, Nov 29th, 2022

Illuminated costumes, couture, and creativity take centre stage at Arts New Orleans' LUNA Fête

New Orleans Gay Mardi Gras

From: Feb. 01.2024 - To: Feb. 14.2024

Sunday, Oct 12th, 2014

The New Orleans Gay Mardi Gras Weekend takes place from Friday to Fat Tuesday. Dates vary depending on the fall of Easter.

Gay Easter Parade New Orleans

From: Mar. 31.2024 - To: Mar. 31.2024

Thursday, Oct 27th, 2016

The New Orleans Gay Easter Parade takes a leisurely route through the French Quarter, passing every gay bar and many gay-owned restaurants and retail shops.

French Quarter Festival New Orleans

From: Apr. 11.2024 - To: Apr. 14.2024

Wednesday, Mar 24th, 2021

The French Quarter festival is the world’s largest showcase of Louisiana food, music and culture. The event has been showcasing the city's unique heritage for over 30 years.

New Orleans Jazz Fest

From: Apr. 26.2024 - To: May. 05.2024

Tuesday, Mar 23rd, 2021

The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, often known as Jazz Fest, is an annual celebration of the music and culture of New Orleans and Louisiana.

New Orleans Pride Festival

From: Jun. 07.2024 - To: Jun. 09.2024

Tuesday, Oct 25th, 2016

New Orleans gay Pride is listed as one of the fastest growing Pride Celebrations in the Nation and is the city's official Pride Festival

NOLA Pride Fest New Orleans

From: Jun. 08.2024 - To: Jun. 08.2024

Wednesday, May 4th, 2022

Celebrate pride with friends from near and far at the biggest outdoor block party and festival in New Orleans

Red Dress Run New Orleans

From: Aug. 10.2024 - To: Aug. 10.2024

Wednesday, Aug 15th, 2018

The Red Dress Run in New Orleans doubles as a fundraiser and a chance to party! All proceeds from the event go directly to charity.

Southern Decadence

From: Aug. 29.2024 - To: Sep. 02.2024

Monday, Nov 24th, 2014

Southern Decadence New Orleans is a top gay Labor Day Weekend destination, one of our world's major annual gay events with circuit parties & gay fetish events

The Bourbon Pub New Orleans Southern Decadence Official Party

From: Aug. 29.2024 - To: Sep. 02.2024

Monday, Jul 5th, 2021

Celebrate Southern Decadence weekend at the official home of the best parties in gay New Orleans The Bourbon Pub.

Oz Southern Decadence

From: Aug. 29.2024 - To: Sep. 02.2024

Friday, Jul 28th, 2023

Celebrate Southern Decadence in the heart of New Orleans at OZ, home to the most famous parties in NOLA

The Phoenix Southern Decadence Block Party

From: Aug. 30.2024 - To: Sep. 02.2024

Tuesday, Jul 27th, 2021

If you are visiting New Orleans for Southern Decadence, then the place to be is at The Phoenix and their famous block parties, complete with piggy gogo daddies and of course the jam-packed Eagle bar.

Hit It New Orleans

From: Aug. 30.2024 - To: Aug. 30.2024

Thursday, Jun 23rd, 2022

If you visit NOLA for any major weekend, including Southern Decadance, Pride or Mardi Gras, then make your way to the HIT IT Party

Fornication Party New Orleans

From: Sep. 01.2024 - To: Sep. 01.2024

Tuesday, Jul 27th, 2021

Fornication brings the world's hottest porn stars to the party. Yes, this is not a "Performance", it is a play party, the porn stars are here to play with you.

Halloween New Orleans

From: Oct. 24.2024 - To: Nov. 01.2024

Tuesday, Nov 4th, 2014

Gay Halloween in New Orleans means party time, a chance to dress up, drink and look for that special trick or treat, and there are lots of treats to be had.

4th of July New Orleans

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Thursday, Apr 28th, 2022

Fourth of July celebrations in New Orleans include several international festivals and a spectacular fireworks parade on the river

Bearracuda Southern Decadence Edition New Orleans

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Tuesday, Jun 22nd, 2021

New Orleans plays host to the Bearracuda party during the sexiest week of the year, Southern Decadence.

Horse Meat Disco Southern Decadence

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Thursday, Aug 5th, 2021

Celebrate Southern Decadence at one of the most iconic gay parties and enjoy the unique hospitality of the Filmore in NOLA

Southern Decadence Pool Party

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Saturday, Jul 30th, 2022

Bearmania present Wet Dreams, their infamous pool party during Southern Decadence, New Orleans

Furball New Orleans

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Saturday, Aug 13th, 2022

Joe Fiore's legendary Furball returns to New Orleans for a Southern Decadence special event

Furball Dirty Disco Tea Dance New Orleans

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Thursday, Jul 20th, 2023

Furball teams up with Dirty Disco for an epic end-of-Labor Day weekend party in New Orleans

HNO Circuit Party New Orleans

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Wednesday, Aug 4th, 2021

HNO New Orleans is one of the most celebrated gay party weekends of the year while also being one of the longest-running and most respected fundraising circuit events

Halloween at OZ New Orleans

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Tuesday, Oct 12th, 2021

Join the hottest guys from across the USA and beyond for a weekend of Halloween fun in New Orleans, the perfect place to celebrate this spooky weekend.

Top Gay Neighbourhoods in New Orleans

New Orleans doesn’t have distinct gay neighbourhoods in the same way as some other cities like West Hollywood or Chelsea in New York City. However, the city is known for being LGBTQ+ friendly, and you’ll find gay-friendly establishments and events scattered throughout various neighbourhoods, especially along Bourbon Street in the French Quarter.

French Quarter | Home to Bourbon Street

Photo: Laissez les bons temps rouler! Bourbon Street is at the heart of Gay NOLA.

The French Quarter is the historic heart of New Orleans and is located along the Mississippi River.
Famous for its lively nightlife and vibrant atmosphere along Bourbon Street and the legendary Oz and Bourbon Parade Pub.
The quarter is one of the oldest neighbourhoods in New Orleans and is known for its distinctive Spanish and French Creole architecture.
Discover the best things to see and do in the French Quarter

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Marigny

Downriver from the French Quarter with colourful, eclectic houses & a vibrant arts scene along Frenchman St.

Marigny Hotels Tours

Bywater

East of the Marigny and close to Crescent Park with stunning views of the River and the NOLA skyline.

Bywater Hotels Tours

Warehouse District

Known as the Arts District, perfect for art enthusiasts & museum-goers with trendy restaurants & boutique hotels.

Arts District Hotels Tours

Downtown

The CBD offers easy access to Bourbon Street and a variety of dining options, shops, and cultural attractions.

Downtown Hotels Tours

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Gay New Orleans Events

Gay Christmas & New Year's Eve in New Orleans

Luna Fete Festival of Lights New Orleans

New Orleans Gay Mardi Gras

Gay Easter Parade New Orleans

French Quarter Festival New Orleans

New Orleans Jazz Fest

New Orleans Pride Festival

NOLA Pride Fest New Orleans

Red Dress Run New Orleans

Southern Decadence

The Bourbon Pub New Orleans Southern Decadence Official Party

Oz Southern Decadence

The Phoenix Southern Decadence Block Party

Hit It New Orleans

Fornication Party New Orleans

Halloween New Orleans

4th of July New Orleans

Bearracuda Southern Decadence Edition New Orleans

Horse Meat Disco Southern Decadence

Southern Decadence Pool Party

Furball New Orleans

Furball Dirty Disco Tea Dance New Orleans

HNO Circuit Party New Orleans

Halloween at OZ New Orleans

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