NightLifE LOTA lota.bar / 2401 Saint Claude Ave., NO, Swingaroux 70117 / (720) 998-4335 Craft cocktails without pretense served with exceptional hospitality in a speakeasy-style space. — Faubourg Marigny/Bywater swingaroux.com / 806 Constitution Dr., Prohibition Peacock Room peacockroomnola.com / 501 Tchoupitoulas St., NO, 70130 / 504-324-3073 Strut into Peacock Room, where vibrant cocktails and craveable dishes meet a lively, visually stunning atmosphere. With bold patterns, rich textures, and a chic vibe, Peacock Room is sure to leave you feeling inspired. — Central Business District Slidell, 70458 / 504-875-0032 New Orleans’ best band and musical entertainment. From small weddings to large conventions, from trios to our dance band to our swing orchestra, we’ll keep your event jumpin’ and jivin’. Every age, every budget. bourbonstreetbalconyrentals.com / 333 Bourbon St., NO, 70130 / 504-231-8519 Located on world-famous Bourbon Street, we serve the biggest and coldest beers in the French Quarter. Listen to live music or check out our Bourbon Street balcony for the best view of Bourbon Street. — French Quarter JAZZ CLUBS/ MUSIC HALLS d.b.a. dbaneworleans.com / 618 Frenchmen St., NO, 70116 / 504-223-2018 In the heart of the Frenchmen Street’s “music district,” d.b.a. is a very hip, but not trendy, bar that offers off-the-cuff music geared towards local music lovers. — Faubourg Marigny/Bywater The Royal Sonesta New Orleans sonesta.com/royal-sonesta/la/new-orleans/royal-sonesta-new-orleans / 300 Bourbon St., NO, 70130 / 504-586-0300, 800-766-3782 The Jazz Playhouse, located in The Royal Sonesta New Orleans, offers an intimate setting for live jazz performances by some of the city’s finest musicians. Enjoy signature cocktails and experience the soulful sounds of New Orleans jazz nightly. — French Quarter CONCIERGE SERVICES On the Town neworleansonthetown.com / 4220 Howard Ave., NO, 70125 / 504-592-0599 The only full-time, on-site restaurant, entertainment, and transportation reservation service for professional associations and meeting planners. On the Town has serviced nearly every major convention since 1985. — Mid-City Fritzel’s Jazz Club fritzelsjazz.com / 733 Bourbon St., NO, 70116 504-586-4800 Situated in an historic 1831 building in the heart of the French Quarter. Since its founding in 1969, it has become a hot spot for jazz lovers and musicians alike. Fritzel’s is Bourbon Street’s oldest continual traditional jazz club and presents live music daily starting at 12:30 pm. — French Quarter Smoothie King Center smoothiekingcenter.com / 1501 Dave DANCE CLUBS The Rabbit Hole rabbitholenola.com / 1228 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., NO, 70113 / 504-234-5917 A perfect-sized music venue with a focus on sound quality and fun. We are equipped with a Void Acoustic Sound System that keeps the dance floor popping and feature both live bands and DJs, plus host private events. We are perfect for events ranging from 100 to 300 people. We also have a very large courtyard, outdoor oasis, and live music stage. For outdoor only events, we can easily fit up to 500 attendees. — Garden District/Uptown Dixon Dr., NO, 70113 / 504-587-3663, 800-756-7074 Home to the New Orleans Pelicans, countless sold-out concerts, and large-scale private events, Smoothie King Center is the No. 1 entertainment venue in the region. — Central Business District The Spotted Cat Music Club spottedcatmusicclub.com / 623 Frenchmen St., NO, 70116 / 510-499-3749 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. — Faubourg Marigny/Bywater Steamboat NATCHEZ steamboatnatchez.com / Toulouse Street and the Mississippi River, 400 Toulouse St. NO, 70113 / 504-569-1401, 800-233-2628 Live jazz by Steamboat Stompers (11 am and 2 pm) and two-time GRAMMY-nominated DUKES of Dixieland (6-9 pm). Enjoy three bars flowing with cocktails and panoramic skyline views aboard the last authentic steamboat on the Mississippi River. Optional buffet. — French Quarter LIVE MUSIC Ford Music Productions fordmusicproductions.com / 2908 Sherwood Dr., LaPlace, 70068 / 985-817-1457 Provides your favorite music for social events of all sizes, from intimate cocktail parties to galas, weddings, and conventions. We specialize in New Orleans traditional jazz, swing, brass bands, smooth jazz, rock, and R&B. — Outside Metro Area Tipitina’s ENTERTAINERS Big Easy Entertainment bigeasyentertainment.com / NO, 70116 / 504-258-7078 Big Easy Entertainment specializes in creating the ultimate New Orleans event experience by mixing in a bit of local flavor with pop favorites. We offer a range of styles and band sizes to best achieve your vision and ensure an experience your guests will be talking about for years to come. tipitinas.com / 501 Napoleon Ave., NO, 70115 / 504-895-8477 An Uptown musical mainstay for both national and international touring acts, as well as being home to many of New Orleans’ most historic artists. Available for public or private events, Tipitina’s is an authentic part of the cultural fabric of New Orleans. — Garden District/Uptown The Maison maisonfrenchmen.com / 508 Frenchmen MUSIC -GOSPEL Joyful & The Spirit of New Orleans joyfulandthespiritofneworleans.com / 3212 N. Prieur St., NO, 70117 / 504-943-0353 Joyful & The Spirit of N.O. is an award-winning gospel and soul choir suited for all occasions. An internationally acclaimed fixture in New Orleans and abroad. — Faubourg Marigny/Bywater Brass Animals brassanimals.com/locations/louisiana-la/new-orleans-live-band-for-hire / Covington, 70433 / 214-952-2847 A high-energy brass band with groups in over 40 U.S. cities, including New Orleans, playing jazz, funk, hip-hop, and pop for events and parties. Clients include Google, Salesforce, and sports teams. St., NO, 70116 / 504-371-5543 The Maison on lively Frenchmen Street is a three-story music venue, restaurant, and bar with three stages, nightly live jazz, funk, Latin, and DJs, plus classic Creole dishes, cocktails, no cover charge, and private-event options. — Faubourg Marigny/Bywater Nola Dukes Band/ Historical Events Co. noladukesband.com / 300 Broome St., Brass Band Parigi nobrassband.com / NO, 70130 / 504-782-9211 Professional musicians, as a musical family perform iconic brass band and jazz music to audiences for conventions, weddings, and events in the style, character, and swag that is New Orleans. An unforgettable experience. New York, NY 10003 / 504-534-5768 Nola Dukes Band is a true representation of the party spirit of New Orleans. From traditional and modern jazz to New Orleans funk and parade music to New Orleans R&B and rock ‘n’ roll, we bring the full party. — French Quarter NIGHT CLUBS Cats Meow catskaraoke.com/new-orleans / 701 Bourbon St., NO, 70116 / 504-523-2788 The Japanese call it karaoke, Bourbon Street calls it fun. Sing your favorite song from more than 1,000 hits and video-tape your performance. Daily 3-for-1 happy hour from opening unitl 8 pm. — French Quarter Preservation Hall preservationhall.com / 726 St. Peter Lagniappe Section P.O. Box 2543, Gretna, 70053 / 504-975-3297 New Orleans’ own delta queen. Her eclectic repertoire ranges from rock ‘n’ roll and jazz to country western, blues, and R&B. From a corporate setting to a second line, Naydja brings her own New Orleans flair to every event. St., NO, 70116 / 504-522-2841 Open nightly with concerts from 5 -9:30 pm Monday through Friday and 2:30 -9:30 pm Saturday and Sunday, presenting traditional New Orleans jazz for all ages. Limited online reservations available . Also available for private concerts, receptions, and catered events. — French Quarter The Penthouse Club -New Orleans penthouseclubneworleans.com / 727 Iberville St., NO, 70130 / 504-524-4354 New Orleans’ largest gentlemen’s club providing ultra-premium luxury just steps from Bourbon Street. Guests can enjoy three floors of entertainment, table-side bottle service, and VIP treatment. Bachelor parties are welcome. — French Quarter NEWORLEANS.COM 83
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