Top Festively Gay Things to Do This Week (August 31 – September 6) – The Decadence Edition!
Every week I will spotlight fabulously fun and gay happenings that you may be interested in doing in and around NOLA. This week though it is all about Southern Decadence; here is just a tip of the deliciously decedent events happening this week during one of the city’s largest gay celebrations.
#1. Wednesday, September 2, 2015
Everyone let’s get wet at the Corner Pocket’s Wet Jockey Shorts Contest starting at 10 p.m. There will be dancers wetted (is that even a real word) down and dancing on the bar. Join in the antics and you can win $150 in cash and prizes. The Corner Pocket is located at 940 St. Louis Street.
#2. Wednesday, September 2, 2015
The Gay Appreciation Award winning Show Bar of the Year, Oz (800 Bourbon Street) presents their fabulous annual Southern Decadence 2015 Drag Show. The show starts at 10:30 p.m. and is hosted by Persana Shoulders. This memorable show stars Lisa Beaumann, GAA Entertainer of the Year – Gia GiaVanni, Connie Hung, and GAA Transgender of the Year – Chi-Chi Rodriquez, and Anastacia Davenport. After stay and dance to the spinning the fabulous DJ Tim Pflueger.
#3. Thursday, September 3, 2015
There is always time for a drink when Kasha Davis is involved. Kickoff Southern Decadence at the Four Season Bar with Ru Paul’s Drag Race standout Mrs. Kasha Davis in a special one night only show with a star studded cast hosted by Persana Shoulders beginning at 9 p.m. Admission is $10 with a VIP Meet and Greet for $20 (Includes Photo and Admission). The Four Seasons is located at 3229 North Causeway Boulevard in Metairie.
#4. Thursday, September 3, 2015
Mid-City is celebrating Southern Decadence in style with their SD Kickoff. This is one of the best ways to start your weekend off right! $1 well drinks all night and at midnight there will be a Wet Underwear Contest hosted by Frankie Fierce one of the Southern Decadence grand marshals. The winner of contest will win a bar tab and cold hard cash. The winner will be selected by audience applause so bring all your friends. Contest signup with the bartender. The Tulane Avenue Bar is located at 3813 Tulane Avenue.
#5. Thursday, September 3, 2015
Break down your walls at The Phoenix. The Barcode Berlin Underwear Party officially kicks off Southern Decadence 2015. They have a large inventory of Barcode Berlin merchandise inside COK, their clothing and accessories store located inside the bar. Come by and pick out some new shorts, a new jock or some great socks for the evening. The event starts at 9 p.m. and is hosted by the Renegade Bears of Louisiana, who will run that night’s beer bust. From 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., enjoy all-you-can-drink beer or soda. The legendary Rocco Steele will be taking the stage at 11 p.m. The Phoenix is located at 941 Elysian Fields Avenue.
#6. Thursday, September 3, 2015
Are you ready for some Bingo: Decadence Style! Let’s Make A Decadent Wheel Of Bingo is being hosted by the Mystic Krewe of Satyricon at the Allways Lounge (2240 St. Claude Avenue) starting at 10 p.m. There is a $10 donation benefiting the krewe. The hostess with the moistest, Todd Thunder, is back with a special Southern Decadence edition of everyone’s favorite game show, “Let’s Make A Wheel Of Bingo!” Join papa bear Todd for a smoking good time, including hilarious rounds of bingo, special performances, and your chance to win under $150,000 dollars in cash and prizes (just kidding) — maybe even a lap dance from Todd himself!
#7. Friday, September 4, 2015
Back by popular demand, Halloween New Orleans is returning to Apres (608 Fulton Street) for their “CHAMPAGNE or LEATHER” Decadence Host Party from 6 – 8 p.m. There will be a $10 donation at the door for this event (no cost for Hosts and Patrons). This is an excellent way to stat the week’s festivities with some very hot men.
#8. Friday, September 4, 2015
Be careful when entering the water at Bearracuda during Southern Decadence at One Eyed Jacks (615 Toulouse Street). Doors open at 10 p.m. Entertainment will be provided by DJ Ryan Jones from Los Angeles. Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door, and can be purchased at Bearracuda.com. Bearracuda welcomes hundreds of furry guys to dance the night away in the middle of the French Quarter. Bearracuda is the largest attended bear dance party and most prolific gay dance event in the U.S. They have events in 46 cities across the world, including parties in San Francisco, Seattle, Portland, NYC, London, Austin, Atlanta & Sydney.
#9. Friday, September 4 – Sunday, September 6, 2015
Get ready for three nights of decadent fun. Each night, The Phoenix closes down the block outside the bar so the party can pour out into the streets for their annual Block Party. Come enjoy a street packed with hot men! The Lords of Leather host the block party’s beer bust on Friday and Saturday from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. and the Renegade Bears host it on Sunday. These are the times every night and each night is the same deal, enjoy all-you-can-drink beer or soda for what you’d pay for one drink at some other bars. The Phoenix is located at 941 Elysian Fields.
#10. Saturday, September 5, 2015
Well fiddle dee dee this Decadence at the Magnolia Trail Bar Stroll through the Marigny and Lower Quarter. The Queen of the Magnolia Trail Stroll (Princesse Stephaney) will lead the participants to each of the designated bars. There will be a hoop dress contest that will be judged as Best and Worst, by the bar owners or managers. There is requested a $5 donation to the Big Easy Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence charity fund. The event begins at 3:30 p.m. at Mags 940 located at 940 Elysian Fields Avenue.
#11. Saturday, September 5, 2015
Get Happy with A House of Blues Foundation Room Decadent Happy Hour with Nicole Lynn Foxx and two of her posse – Madonnathan and Vinsantos. There is not cover with happy hour starting at 6:30 p.m. and a show at 7 p.m. The House of Blues Foundation Room is located at 225 Decatur Street.
#12. Saturday, September 5, 2015
Get ready for the premiere of FURBALL NEW ORLEANS during Southern Decadence at One Eyed Jacks (615 Toulouse Street). The event starts at 10 p.m. and boasts music from DJ Barry Harris (Toronto). FURBALL debuts in New Orleans this year and it’s going to be a hot night with Go-go bears, Cheap beer, Great music and 500+ hot hairy guys….sweaty on the dance-floor. $8 Advance tickets through One Eyed Jack’s: http://www.oneeyedjacks.net/event/joe-fiores-furball-new-orleans/ and $10 at the door. Your hosts are the Decadent Ducks and there will be drinks specials all night. Celebrate Southern Decadence with a furry salute at NYC’s infamous Furball dance party!
#13. Saturday, September 5, 2015
Come to Decadence and Flirt your heart out. GrrlSpot Presents: Fleurt: The Premier Event of Dykeadence at the Eiffel Society starting at 9 p.m. DJ Jenna Jordan opens the night, getting you all warmed up with all your favorite top 40 dance hits then the main event: Bella Blue’s Decadent Revue. Bella has all kinds of treats and surprises with special guests, Kitten N’ Lou all the way from Seattle and a surprise celebrity emcee. After the spectacular show, DJ Gage takes over late night, spinning the hottest hip-hop set in the Big Easy, and keeping you dancing all night long. And, when you’re not dancing, watch artist Mellissa create a beautiful art piece, live and in person. Admission is $10. VIP tickets available – send us a message or go to www.grrlspot.com/contact. VIP IS LIMITED, so act fast before they sell out. The Eiffel Society is located at 2040 St. Charles Avenue.
#14. Saturday, September 5, 2015
Become a radical at The New Orleans Radical Faeries at their annual Southern Decadence Prince of Perversion Ball, BABYLON BORDELLO at the Allways Lounge. MPOP Xll Rebecca Rae requests the honor of your presence as she presides over all the decadent festivities. Colors are blooms and gemstones. Also featured for your entertainment is “The Ball Pit”, a St Andrews cross, a secure clothes check and DJ Prism of The Phoenix. Doors at 9 p.m. with the Collarnation at midnight. Tickets are $10. The POP Ball is a Fundraiser for the Brigid Ball. The Allways Lounge is located at 2240 St. Claude Avenue.
#15. Saturday, September 5, 2015
Behave! The Lords of Leather host their annual “Decadent Behavior” Party in the Eagle (the upstairs of The Phoenix) starting at 6 p.m. The incredibly sexy Ethan Ayers will provide entertainment to this always popular event. Admission includes open bar from 6 to 9 p.m. The Phoenix is located at 941 Elysian Fields Avenue. Tickets will be available at www.phoenixbarnola.com.
#16. Saturday, September 5, 2015
Join one of the best shows of Southern Decadence, the 11th Annual Bourbon Street Extravaganza, a free outdoor concert on the corner of St. Ann and Bourbon Streets. The event begins at 6 p.m. and stars Kristine W. who currently had 15 #1 hits on the Billboard Dance Chart, and holds the World Record for the most consecutive #1 hits; Inaya Day appeared on Broadway as Dorothy in The Wiz; Rozalla toured with Michael Jackson as the opening act of the European leg of the Dangerous Tour; and Jeanie Tracy as “one of the Top-Ten voices in the world.”
#17. Sunday, September 6, 2015
Want some candy little boy? Join legendary singer / songwriter and drag sensation Candy Samples as she once again kicks off our high holy day of Southern Decadence with some song, some drink and maybe a prayer or two that you make it through the day and meet the Bear of your dreams at One Eyed Jacks (615 Toulouse Street) for her Sunday Services with Candy Samples. It is free admission with a cash bar and special fundraising opportunities for Food For Friends.
#18. Sunday, September 6, 2015
Enjoy the greatest free event of Southern Decadence with the 41st Annual Official Southern Decadence Parade led by Southern Decadence Grand Marshals XLI Steven Mora, Rip Naquin, Marsha Delain, Misti Ates and Frankie Fierce celebrating Southern Decadence 44. The parade begins at the Official Home of Southern Decadence: Golden Lantern, 1239 Royal St. There is no fee or registration form to enter the parade. All walkers are welcome. Just join the parade following the grand marshals. The tentative Parade Route: starting 1239 Royal to St. Louis, right on St. Louis to N. Rampart, right on N. Rampart to Toulouse, right on Toulouse to Burgundy, left on Burgundy to St. Peter, left on St. Peter to N. Rampart, right on Rampart to 834 N. Rampart then back to St. Ann, down St. Ann to Bourbon, left on Bourbon to 901 Bourbon ending at Dumaine. It includes stops at Golden Lantern, Double Play, The Corner Pocket, Society Page, 700 Club, GrandPre’s, Rawhide, Good Friends, Bourbon Pub, Napoleon’s Itch, Oz, & Cafe Lafitte in Exile. The parade starts at 2 p.m.
#19. Sunday, September 6, 2015
I like cream in my coffee and now I can have a double dose of it during decadence. Come top off an already decadent weekend with a hefty spoonful of CREAM! a rare night of rich and delicious burlesque, drag, and cabaret. Presented by New Orleans’ own beloved burlesque powerhouse Bella Blue, along with Burlesque Hall of Fame’s “Most Comedic” power couple, Kitten N’ Lou (NYC/Seattle), this brand new, never-before-seen-in-Nola spectacle features a star-studded cast of national superstars and local treasures, including RuPaul’s Drag Race’s own Miss Congeniality BenDeLaCreme, and boylesque/naughty film sensation Chris Harder. Prepare to be fully satiated by this must-see cavalcade of sizzling striptease, jaw-dropping drag, and queer fabulosity, for one night only! The event is hosted by RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 6 Star BenDeLaCreme and stars Kitten N’ Lou (Seattle/NYC), Bella Blue, Chris Harder (NYC), Vinsantos, Eros Sea, Lady Satine and surprise guests. There are two shows at 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Tickets are $20-$30. TICKET LINK: http://tinyurl.com/creamnola, VIP TABLE SEATING AVAILABLE (includes a gift for table and meet and greet with Ben DeLaCreme and cast).
#20. Sunday, September 6, 2015
Steele yourself away to the Phoenix for this amazing Decadence event. Rocco Steele’s XXL: The Party with Boomer Banks begins at 6 p.m. Only 200 total tickets will be sold to this exclusive and very decadent event! For $50, enjoy an open bar serving well cocktails and domestic beers from 6 to 9 p.m. You will get a first-hand look at two of the hottest porn stars in the business give you a show that will make this Decadence the one you’ll remember for years to come. Stop by COK, our store inside the bar, to pick up any of the last remaining tickets. The Phoenix is located at 941 Elysian Fields Avenue.
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