JAZZ CLUBS/ MUSIC HALLS Fritzel’s Jazz Club LIVE MUSIC of all sizes. We excel in New Orleans traditional jazz, swing, brass bands, smooth jazz, rock and R&B. Music for all occasions, conventions, intimate social events, cocktail parties and weddings. hot8brassband.com / NO, hot8brassband@gmail.com Grammy-nominated Hot 8 Brass Band has lived an incredible story of tragedy and triumph and brings a world renowned mix of hip hop, funk and Big Easy jazz to their party-starting life affirming music. livenationpremiumseats.com / 1450 Poydras St., Suite 1430, NO 70112, 504-561-7011, danabrasuell@ livenation.com Maximize your concert experience with Live Nation Premium Seats. Concerts are an unforgettable experience and we invite you to combine some of the most sought-after seating with privileges like access to a VIP lounge and premium parking. – Central Business District maisonfrenchmen.com / 508 Frenchmen St., NO 70116, 504-371-5543, events@maisonfrenchmen.com Maison is a three level restaurant, bar and music venue with private event space located on world-famous Frenchmen Street, featuring the best live music in New Orleans seven days a week. – Marigny/Bywater mapleleafbar.com / 8316 Oak St., NO 70118, 504-866-9359, mapleaf@bellsouth.net Legendary music club in Uptown New Orleans, showcasing the finest music for more than 40 years. – Garden District/Uptown fritzelsjazz.net / 733 Bourbon St., NO 70116, 504-586-4800, info@fritzelsjazz.net Situated in a historic 1831 building in the heart of the French Quarter. Since its founding in 1969 it has become a mecca for jazz lovers and musicians alike. Home of traditional New Orleans jazz. – French Quarter spottedcatmusicclub.com / 623 Frenchmen St., NO 70116, 504-258-3135 The quintessential live jazz music venue in New Orleans. Located in the Faubourg Marigny, just steps from the French Quarter. Live music seven days a week. – Marigny/Bywater The Hot 8 Brass Band the best in traditional New Orleans jazz for all ages. Limited online reservations are available at preservationhall.com/tickets and at the box office daily between noon and 5pm. Also available for private concerts, receptions and catered events. – French Quarter steamboatnatchez.com / Toulouse St. and the Mississippi River, NO 70130, 504-569-1401, 800-233-2628, cruise@neworleanssteamboat.com Tap your toes to The Steamboat Stompers on the 11:30am and 2:30pm cruises. The 7pm dinner jazz cruise features the Grammy-nominated Dukes of Dixieland, the oldest continuous traditional jazz band. Enjoy the historical steam calliope concert daily before each boarding whistle. – Riverfront bourbonsbest.com / 516 Bourbon St., NO 70130, 504-231-8519, sharon@bourbonsbest.com The authentic Mardi Gras balcony bead-tossing experience combined with the picturesque French Quarter courtyard and live music that is perfect for corporate networking events. Can accommodate 50 to 500-plus guests. – French Quarter Steamboat Natchez The Spotted Cat Music Club Live Nation Entertainment LIVE MUSIC Bayou Barn bayoubarn.com / 7145 Barataria Blvd., Marrero 70072, 504-689-2663, 800-TO-BAYOU, bayoubarn@bayoubarn. com Since 1979, Bayou Barn has produced a high energy boot stompin’ skirt twirling Sunday Fais Do Do Cajun Dance party. Live Cajun Zydeco music, authentic Cajun food in rustic barn on the bayou. Call us for dates and times. – Westbank beachonbourbon.com / 227 Bourbon St., NO 70130, 504-231-8519, sharon@bourbonsbest.com Our carriage way entrance draws you into our tropical French Quarter courtyard with a flaming water fountain. Featuring live music Sun-Thurs nights with the largest dance floor on Bourbon Street. We can accommodate 75 to 600-plus guests for private events. – French Quarter darcymaloneandthetangle.com NO, 504-494-3313, billy@darcymaloneandthetangle.com fordmusicproductions.com / 2908 Sherwood Dr., LaPlace 70068, 985-817-1457, louis@ fordmusicproductions.com Provides professional bands The Swamp The Maison OPERA New Orleans Opera Association neworleansopera.org / 616 Girod St., Suite 200, NO 70130, 504-529-2278, 800-881-4459, nwatts@ neworleansopera.org America’s first city of opera. The New Orleans Opera produces and presents a full season of grand opera. Join us as we help to create a bright future for our city and our cultural arts. – Central Business District Beach on Bourbon Maple Leaf Bar The Peoples Health New Orleans Jazz Market Darcy Malone & The Tangle thenojo.com / 1436 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., NO 70113, 504-301-9006, kkousha@thenojo.com Home of the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra, offering live music every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night, and community events during the day. – Central Business District preservationhall.com/hall / 726 St. Peter St., NO 70116, 504-522-2841, info@preservationhall.com Open nightly with concerts at 8, 9 and 10pm (and sometimes 6pm) for SYMPHONY Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra lpomusic.com / 1010 Common St., Suite 2120, NO 70112, 504-523-6530, info@lpomusic.com The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra offers a full 36-week season with more than 100 performances, including classics, light classics, specials, education, family, park and outreach concerts in New Orleans and across a multi-parish area. – Central Business District Ford Music Productions Preservation Hall PHOTOS (from left): Preservation Hall ©Miles/Chris Granger ; The Spotted Cat Music Club ©Miles/Chris Granger ; Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra ©Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra BAKERIES Haydel’s Bakery haydelbakery.com / 4037 Jefferson Hwy., Jefferson 70121, 504-837-0190, 800-442-1342, dottie@haydelbakery.com A full-line bakery. Specialties are King Cakes, Cajun Kringles, Doberge, wedding cake and birthday cakes. Convention work and mail order year-round. We ship overnight air to your door. – Jefferson Parish willajean.com / 611 O’Keefe Ave., NO 70113, 504-509-7334, info@willajean.com This warm Southern bakery will add a modern and elegant touch to the Southern food we all know and love. – Central Business District BALCONIES Bourbon Cowboy bourbonsbest.com / 241 Bourbon St., NO 70130, 504-231-8519, sharon@ bourbonsbest.com Entertain your guests with the authentic Mardi Gras balcony experience. Our private entrance leads your guests to two spectacular balcony rooms featuring a French Quarter courtyard and a huge wrap around balcony for groups of 10 to 300. – French Quarter bourbonsbest.com / 516 Bourbon St., NO 70130, 504-231-8519, sharon@ bourbonsbest.com The authentic Mardi Gras balcony bead-tossing experience combined with the picturesque French Quarter courtyard and live music that is perfect for corporate networking events. Can accommodate 50 to 500-plus guests. – French Quarter BARS & TAVERNS The Bourbon Pub & Parade bourbonpub.com / 801 Bourbon St., NO 70116, 504-529-2107, bourbonpub801@ aol.com New Orleans’ largest gay and lesbian bar and nightclub, operating continuously since its doors opened in 1974. The epicenter of New Orleans’ LGBT community located in the heart of the French Quarter at the corner of Bourbon and St. Ann streets. – French Quarter districtnola.com / 711 Tchoupitoulas St., Unit 500, NO 70130, 504-301-1476, info@ districtnola.com The Warehouse District’s newest restaurant and lounge. Walking distance from the convention center. The spot to see and be seen. Featuring the area’s best selection of HD big screens, premium cocktails and food to accompany. Book your semi-private party today. – Convention/Warehouse/Arts District Erin Rose erinrosebar.com / 811 Conti St., NO 70112, 504-522-3573, info@erinrosebar.com A French Quarter neighborhood bar known for its welcoming atmosphere, delicious Bloody Marys, famous frozen Irish Coffees, friendly bartenders and awesome jukebox. We are also home to the renowned Killer Poboys. – French Quarter therustynail.biz / 1102 Constance St., NO 70130, 504-525-5515, david@therustynail. biz A true New Orleans bar with huge, beautiful patio available for all types of events. – Central Business District The Rusty Nail Willa Jean The Swamp The District Lounge Spirits on Bourbon spiritsonbourbon.com / 615 Bourbon St., NO 70130, 504-524-6014, spirits.steve@ gmail.com Featured on Spike TV’s Bar Rescue. Nightly dueling piano show. Twelve HDTVs with all sports packages. Full kitchen. Open late. Have a shot in our barber chair or try our house drink, The Resurrection, served in a souvenir flashing skull mug. – French Quarter 118 Private Dining, Live Music & Entertainment Visit our website at NewOrleansCVB.com
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