Gyde New Orleans guide next weekend

New Orleans · Jul 31–Aug 2

157 things to do in New Orleans next weekend: Jul 31–Aug 2

A forward look at New Orleans for Jul 31–Aug 2: events and places that are useful to plan around early.

Updated Saturday, July 25 · event dates verified when shown

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Best matches for next weekend

  1. Sip+Dip: Afro Beats

    Sip+Dip: Afro Beats celebrates the vibrant fusion of African rhythms and New Orleans culture at Audubon Zoo. Attendees will enjoy themed dance sessions, live music performances, and immersive experiences under the evenin

    2:00 PM
  2. Lyfe Jennings

    8:00 PM
New Orleans Suspects
Verified event 9:00 PM Friday, July 31

New Orleans Suspects

Verified eventHas a verified timeLive music Tipitina's
76th Street w/ Tornsey
Verified event 9:00 PM Friday, July 31

76th Street w/ Tornsey

Verified eventHas a verified timeLive music Gasa Gasa From $28
Blue Nile
Club

Blue Nile

Renderable venueClub Faubourg Marigny

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Tipitina's
Local pick Friday, July 31 9:00 PM: New Orleans Suspects

Tipitina's

A legendary 1977-opened juke joint hosting national acts and authentic NOLA funk in a rustic, high-energy space.

Friday, July 31 9:00 PM: New Orleans Suspects
Local pickBars and nightlifeFriday, July 31 9:00 PM: New Orleans Suspects Uptown
New Orleans Cotton Exchange
Local pick Friday, July 31 8:00 PM: Lyfe Jennings

New Orleans Cotton Exchange

A National Historic Landmark at 231 Carondelet Street, this eight-story stone structure is the final surviving cotton e…

Friday, July 31 8:00 PM: Lyfe Jennings
Local pickHistoryFriday, July 31 8:00 PM: Lyfe Jennings French Quarter
Sip+Dip: Afro Beats
Verified event 2:00 PM Friday, July 31

Sip+Dip: Afro Beats

Sip+Dip: Afro Beats celebrates the vibrant fusion of African rhythms and New Orleans culture at Audubon Zoo. Attendees will enjoy themed dance sessions, live music performances, and immersive experiences under the evenin

Verified eventHas a verified timeExperiences Audubon Zoo
Lyfe Jennings
Verified event 8:00 PM Friday, July 31

Lyfe Jennings

Verified eventHas a verified timeLive music House of Blues New Orleans
Good Measure
Event venue

Good Measure

Renderable venueEvent venue Central Business District

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Audubon Zoo
Local pick Friday, July 31 2:00 PM: Sip+Dip: Afro Beats

Audubon Zoo

A beloved New Orleans landmark founded in 1906, Audubon Zoo spans 58 acres within Audubon Park. Home to over 2,000 anim…

Friday, July 31 2:00 PM: Sip+Dip: Afro Beats
Local pickMuseumsFriday, July 31 2:00 PM: Sip+Dip: Afro Beats Uptown
American Italian Cultural Center
Local pick Sunday, August 2: Mangia bene, ridi spesso, ama molto

American Italian Cultural Center

Located in the Central Business District, this cultural hub preserves the legacy of Italian immigrants in Louisiana thr…

Sunday, August 2: Mangia bene, ridi spesso, ama molto
Local pickMuseumsSunday, August 2: Mangia bene, ridi spesso, ama molto Warehouse District
Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro
Local pick

Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro

The polished grand dame of Frenchmen Street offering ticketed seated jazz shows with full Creole dining in a separate room.

Local pickBars and nightlife Faubourg Marigny
Saenger Theatre
Local pick

Saenger Theatre

A historic atmospheric theatre on Canal Street, the Saenger Theatre is a restored movie palace that hosts Broadway hits…

Local pickTheaters and music French Quarter
Scally w/ Losing Touch
Verified event 8:00 PM Saturday, August 1

Scally w/ Losing Touch

Verified eventHas a verified timeLive music The Den at Howlin' Wolf From $13.29
Caesars Superdome
Local pick

Caesars Superdome

An iconic domed multi-purpose stadium in downtown New Orleans, the Caesars Superdome serves as the home of the NFL's Ne…

Local pickLandmarks Garden District
Ogden Museum of Southern Art
Local pick

Ogden Museum of Southern Art

World’s largest collection of Southern art—paintings, prints, sculpture from 15 states in the Warehouse Arts District.

Local pickMuseums Warehouse District
The Ultimate Elvis
Verified event 7:30 PM Saturday, August 1

The Ultimate Elvis

Verified eventHas a verified timeLive music Jefferson Perf Arts Center
Piss Yo' Pants Sundays hosted by Mark Caesar
Verified event 8:00 PM Sunday, August 2

Piss Yo' Pants Sundays hosted by Mark Caesar

Piss Yo’ Pants Sundays hosted by Mark Caesar brings chaotic, high-energy fun to The Den at Howlin’ Wolf every Sunday in early August. Mark Caesar, a local legend known for his wild antics, leads the night with unscripted

Verified eventHas a verified timeEvents The Den at Howlin' Wolf From $19.09
The Body and BIG|BRAVE
Verified event 9:00 PM Sunday, August 2

The Body and BIG|BRAVE

Verified eventHas a verified timeLive music Gasa Gasa From $22.85
Historic New Orleans Collection
Local pick

Historic New Orleans Collection

A deep, often-missed dive into Louisiana history in a beautifully preserved French Quarter complex.

Local pickMuseums French Quarter
Preservation Resource Center of New Orleans
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Preservation Resource Center of New Orleans

A nonprofit organization dedicated to safeguarding New Orleans' unique architecture, neighborhoods, and cultural identi…

Local pickMuseums Warehouse District
The Grammy Winning Hot 8 Brass Band
Verified event 10:30 PM Sunday, August 2

The Grammy Winning Hot 8 Brass Band

Experience the legendary Grammy-winning Hot 8 Brass Band live at New Orleans' Howlin' Wolf, a vibrant venue packed with soulful history and energetic community spirit.

Verified eventHas a verified timeLive music Howlin' Wolf From $24.94
The Rabbit Hole
Event venue

The Rabbit Hole

Renderable venueEvent venue Garden District

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Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop
Local pick

Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop

Historic candlelit pirate bar; grab a drink in one of the city’s oldest surviving buildings.

Local pickHistory French Quarter
Café du Monde
Local pick

Café du Monde

Beignets and café au lait in the French Quarter are the city’s most famous sugar rush.

Local pickFood and drink French Quarter
Washington Square Park
Local pick

Washington Square Park

A historic 2.54-acre sanctuary in the Faubourg Marigny, featuring majestic live oaks, a decorative iron fence, and a co…

Local pickParks and outdoors Faubourg Marigny
McDonogh Park
Local pick

McDonogh Park

Located at 1500 Teche Street, this community space serves as a hub for local recreation and reflects the city's evolvin…

Local pickParks and outdoors Parks and outdoors
Verti Marte
Local pick

Verti Marte

24/7 Quarter institution for cheap sandwiches, po-boys, and the kind of late-night fuel locals rely on.

Local pickFood and drink French Quarter
Dooky Chase’s Restaurant
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Dooky Chase’s Restaurant

Legendary Creole plates and red beans served in a historic Black New Orleans institution.

Local pickFood and drink Mid-City
Museum of Death
Museum

Museum of Death

Renderable venueMuseum French Quarter

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Arnaud’s
Local pick

Arnaud’s

Old-school French-Creole dining with white-tablecloth glamour is a quintessential New Orleans splurge.

Local pickFood and drink Faubourg Marigny
Tujague's
Local pick

Tujague's

Old-school Creole classics and Gulf seafood in one of the city's oldest dining rooms.

Local pickFood and drink French Quarter
Whitney Plantation
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Whitney Plantation

Experience the region’s most powerful plantation museum, centered on the lives of the enslaved.

Local pickHistory History
Hermann-Grima House
Local pick

Hermann-Grima House

A preserved 1831 Federal-style residence in the French Quarter, featuring an original operating open-hearth kitchen and…

Local pickHistory French Quarter
Henry's Gin Bar
Bar

Henry's Gin Bar

Renderable venueBar Central Business District

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The Degas House
Local pick

The Degas House

The only home of Edgar Degas open to the public worldwide, this historic New Orleans mansion serves as a museum and an…

Local pickHistory Treme
Vue Orleans
Local pick

Vue Orleans

Perched atop the Four Seasons Hotel, Vue Orleans offers the city's only 360-degree panoramic views of the urban skyline…

Local pickMuseums Warehouse District
Commander’s Palace
Local pick

Commander’s Palace

An iconic Garden District landmark since 1893, Commander’s Palace is a world-renowned dining institution celebrated for…

Local pickFood and drink Uptown
New Orleans Pharmacy Museum
Local pick

New Orleans Pharmacy Museum

Step back into the 19th century at this French Quarter gem, housed in an 1820s Creole townhouse and featuring the large…

Local pickMuseums French Quarter
Algiers Point Historic District
Local pick

Algiers Point Historic District

Discover New Orleans' second oldest neighborhood, a serene West Bank escape featuring Victorian cottages, a Jazz Walk o…

Local pickHistory Algiers Point
Newcomb Art Museum
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Newcomb Art Museum

Housed in the Woldenberg Art Center, this free museum showcases the world's largest collection of Newcomb Arts and Craf…

Local pickMuseums Museums
Bacchanal Wine
Local pick

Bacchanal Wine

Outdoor jazz courtyard with the kind of easy, neighborhood energy tourists rarely plan for.

Local pickBars and nightlife Bywater
Congregation Coffee Roasters
Local pick

Congregation Coffee Roasters

West Bank roastery outpost that gives locals a solid coffee stop away from the crowds.

Local pickFood and drink Uptown
Café Reconcile
Local pick

Café Reconcile

A mission-driven nonprofit restaurant in Central City serving authentic soul food while providing critical culinary and…

Local pickFood and drink French Quarter
Le Petit Théâtre du Vieux Carré
Local pick

Le Petit Théâtre du Vieux Carré

Established in 1916, Le Petit Théâtre du Vieux Carré is New Orleans' oldest professional theatre, offering high-quality…

Local pickTheaters and music French Quarter
Orpheum Theater
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Orpheum Theater

A stunning Beaux Arts landmark in the Central Business District, the Orpheum Theater has hosted New Orleans' finest art…

Local pickTheaters and music Central Business District
Louis Armstrong Park
Local pick

Louis Armstrong Park

Relax in the green escape near the Quarter with jazz musician sculptures, duck ponds, and a peaceful fountain.

Local pickParks and outdoors Treme
Couturie Forest
Local pick

Couturie Forest

Wilder than the rest of City Park, this is where locals go for a quieter, leafier reset.

Local pickParks and outdoors Uptown
Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge
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Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge

Spot birds and big-sky marsh scenery in one of the country’s largest urban wildlife refuges.

Local pickParks and outdoors Parks and outdoors
Audubon Park
Local pick

Audubon Park

The classic Uptown oak-shaded stroll, perfect for bikes, jogs, and lazy river-adjacent afternoons.

Local pickParks and outdoors Uptown
New Orleans Botanical Garden
Local pick

New Orleans Botanical Garden

A beautifully curated garden escape with blooms, paths, and seasonal displays inside City Park.

Local pickParks and outdoors Mid-City
Audubon Park
Local pick

Audubon Park

A sprawling 350-acre municipal sanctuary in the Uptown neighborhood, Audubon Park offers lush landscapes, recreational…

Local pickParks and outdoors Uptown
Crescent Park
Local pick

Crescent Park

A stunning 1.4-mile linear oasis along the Mississippi River, Crescent Park blends indigenous landscaping with industri…

Local pickParks and outdoors Bywater
Canal Street
Local pick

Canal Street

The retail heart of New Orleans, this 171-foot-wide boulevard serves as a historic boundary between the French Quarter…

Local pickHistory Central Business District
Royal Street
Local pick

Royal Street

The heart of the French Quarter's art and antiques scene, Royal Street is a historic corridor of elegant townhouses, sp…

Local pickHistory French Quarter
The Spotted Cat Music Club
Local pick

The Spotted Cat Music Club

A cash-only, no-cover Marigny favorite packed with locals and tourists for nightly jazz, blues, and funk.

Local pickBars and nightlife Faubourg Marigny
Maple Leaf Bar
Local pick

Maple Leaf Bar

An iconic 1974 Uptown watering hole with frequent jam sessions, local and national acts, and authentic NOLA funk.

Local pickBars and nightlife Bars and nightlife
Brigtsen's
Local pick

Brigtsen's

Classic Creole finesse in a quiet Uptown hideaway that feels built for lingering over dinner.

Local pickFood and drink Food and drink
Bacchanal Fine Wine & Spirits
Local pick

Bacchanal Fine Wine & Spirits

Backyard wine-and-music hang that feels like a neighborhood party after sunset.

Local pickBars and nightlife Faubourg Marigny
Clancy's
Local pick

Clancy's

Neighborhood fine dining institution with polished Southern-Creole plates and loyal regulars.

Local pickFood and drink Uptown
Parkway Bakery & Tavern
Local pick

Parkway Bakery & Tavern

Huge, messy po’boys and a neighborhood hangout vibe make this a classic local stop.

Local pickFood and drink Mid-City
The Sazerac House
Local pick

The Sazerac House

Cocktail history, tasting stations, and a self-guided experience most visitors skip.

Local pickMuseums French Quarter
Carousel Bar & Lounge
Local pick

Carousel Bar & Lounge

Spin slowly on a 1920s carousel while sipping classic cocktails in Hotel Monteleone's legendary lounge.

Local pickBars and nightlife French Quarter
Jewel of the South
Local pick

Jewel of the South

Ranked #6 in North America's 50 Best Bars, serving a legendary Brandy Crusta in a temple to NOLA culture.

Local pickBars and nightlife French Quarter
Kermit's Tremé Mother-in-Law Lounge
Local pick

Kermit's Tremé Mother-in-Law Lounge

A historic Tremé neighborhood bar and event space owned by musician Kermit Ruffins, known for its deep roots in New Orl…

Local pickBars and nightlife Treme
Mardi Gras World
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Mardi Gras World

Watch workers build massive Mardi Gras floats and peek at spectacular creations from past parades.

Local pickMuseums Magazine Street

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