July is hot and I do not just mean the temperatures. There are so many things happening in and around the city, so stay cool (and hydrated). Here are just a few of the Festively Gay Things to do this week.
#1. Monday, July 11, 2016
Join Nicole Lynn Foxx and special guest comedian DC Paul at Big Mama’s Lounge at the House of Blues New Orleans (225 Decatur Street) for An Evening with Nicole Lynn Foxx a special drag/comedy show! Doors are at 7 p.m. with showtime at 8 p.m. There is no cover! For more info, visit houseofblues.com or contact (504) 310-4999.
#2. Thursday, July 14, 2016
Enjoy an evening of open bar, passed hors d’oeuvres, live music, and of course, a group of very charming pool boys splashing about for your entertainment at the Southern Decadence Charm Meets Southern Decadence! Wear your finest linen and bring your swim suit (or not) and enjoy a fun filled evening of Southern Decadence in a private courtyard just off of Bourbon Street with the Quistadors!!! Only 25 tickets will be offered at $100.00 per person, first come, first served (contact Jeff Palmquist or Coca Mesa for tickets) Southern Decadence Grand Marshal XLII Jeffrey Palmquist & Coca Mesa Residence.
#3. Thursday, July 14, 2016
Welcome to the T.M.I. Talk Show! A LIVE monthly theater show where we invite our guests and audience to “overshare” personal stories and real talk about taboo subjects while we entertain you with drag, comedy and variety acts! Hosted by LibeRaunchy the BeauxQueen and Eureeka Starfish, ring girl Miss Adrienne and featuring special guest, draguate of the New Orleans Drag Workshop, Tarah Cards! Only $8 per person gets you an entry plus cupcake and art prizes! Too shy to share? Drop your anonymous TMI stories in the “TMI Anonymous” box and our drag queens will read your stories aloud on stage!!! Or email your stories to theTMItalkshow@gmail.com! This venue is technically all-ages since it is a theater and not a bar. Drinks are served in the bar next door, so under 21 folks are welcome, but be prepared for adult topics and conversation! Doors open at 8:30! This is an hour-long show, so we start promptly at 9pm SHARP! La Nuit Comedy Theater is located at 5039 Freret Street at the corner of Soniat and Freret Street across from the Dat Dog!
#4. Friday, July 15, 2016
Named the third best Bastille Day celebration in the world by Reuters.com, Bastille Day Fête is excited to announce its new home at the New Orleans Museum of Art (1 Collins Diboll Circle). Now in its fifth year, the celebration will be bringing even more of its French flair to the people of New Orleans. The events will take place from 4 – 10 p.m.
2016 event highlights will include:
– An exciting line-up of local musicians
– French and English tours of the museum
– French cooking demonstration in Café NOMA
– French inspired kids’ activities in partnership with the brand-new bookstore, The French Library
In addition, Bastille Day Fête is taking the celebrations onto the grounds of City Park with activities including pétanque demonstrations and contests, kids’ activities and French-inspired food trucks! And to top it off, dogs are invited too…dress up your pup for the annual French Dog Contest where all dogs are welcome to show off their French spirit and win prizes. Outside activities are FREE! $5 entry to NOMA and free for NOMA members. More information at http://bastilledaynola.com.
#5. Friday, July 15, 2016
Let’s Have A Kiki 2 is taking places at Mags 940 (940 Elysian Fields) from 7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. This is Sister Yoko’s (from the Big Easy Sisters) birthday celebration fundraiser for Tipitina’s Foundation. Performances are by: Mr. Appletini 2016 – Brad Arsenaux; Sir NOLA Pride 2015 – Jack Inman; Comedian – Bengee Hively; from Nola House of Burlesque – Bella Blue; and Taze-Ya Ballz.
#6. Friday, July 15, 2016
Johnny Passion Presents the Misti N Cat’s Bday Drag Show at Four Seasons bar (3229 N. Causeway Blvd.). This show’s special guests are Giselle Trivianni, Princesse Stephaney, Monica Synclaire-Kennedy, Felicia Faraday, Nikki Max and the return of Twiggy. Showtime is 11 p.m. and there is NO cover!
#7. Sunday, July 17, 2016
Southern Decadence (www.SouthernDecadence.com) Sister Sunday Social: Brunch & Jukebox Drag Show will be from 2-4 p.m. at the Friendly Bar (2301 Chartres Street). Celebrate with Southern Decadence Grand Marshals XLII Felicia Phillips, Derek Penton-Robicheaux, Jeffrey Palmquist & Tony Leggio featuring “Fab Stars, Fab Food, Fab Fun!” benefiting Southern Decadence 2016, and starring SDGM Felicia Phillips, Miss Louisiana Leatherette Vanessa Carr Kennedy, GAA Top 5 Entertainer of the Year Finalist Coca Mesa, Easter Grand Marshal XII Elizabeth Bouvier, Queen Armeinius Elect Ebony Ross, Easter Grand Marshal XVII Monica Synclaire-Kennedy, Eureeka Starfish & more surprise guests, $5 Door Donation.
#8. Sunday, July 17, 2016
The Lords of Leather are hosting their fabulous Luau Pool Party from 1 – 5 p.m. at 3026 North Rampart in the Bywater. Tickets are $15 tickets in advance, $20 at the door! Come for an afternoon of burgers, hot dogs, snacks, drinks (yep, those kinds of drinks too) and a cool/refreshing swimming pool! There will also be auction items available, and, the $1,000 Cash Winning Raffle Ticket will be drawn! ($10 raffle ticket(s) are available now and/or at the event prior to the drawing). Exact location of the event will be shared closer to the event date. Proceeds go toward Bal Masque XXXIV!
#9. Sunday, July 17, 2016
Come out for some great MEAT and BUNS as the Krewe of Amon Ra serves up Burgers and Buns at Good Friends Bar (740 Dauphine Street) from 3 – 6 p.m. There will be entertainment, auctions, raffles, and of course Burgers & Buns! $10 Donation to the Krewe!