#TNCWeekend │ 10.4-10.6

From First Saturday art events to food & music festivals and late-night moves, here’s your guide to all the must-attend events happening in New Orleans this weekend and beyond!

Hey y'all! Another busy weekend ahead with so much to experience around the city. It's First Saturdays, which means a whole lot of art events, and on top of that, festival season is in full swing with the Fried Chicken Festival and Gretna Fest bringing all the vibes and great food to check out. From live music to art and late-night parties, here’s my top five event recommendations for you:

Friday:

• Luv Jone$ Lounge - Poetry, Live Music, Raffles & Community at Common House 7:30pm-11:30pm

  • If you loved this viral video, this is their latest event!

Saturday:

• Ashley Lorraine Presents To Bare Witness Opening Reception at The Barnett (Formally Ace Hotel) 5:00pm-8:00pm

• Just Gems 4: DJ FTK + SIISKO + Mikey Offline at Rabbit Hole 10:00pm-4:00am

• DJ RQ Away Present Lagniappe + Glbl Wrmng at Tipitina’s 10:00pm-Until

Sunday:

• Chroma Zone- An Art Experience with Ceaux at Son of a Saint 6:00pm-10:00pm

Whatever your vibe, from music to art or festival fun, there's something for everyone this weekend. Enjoy, and don’t forget to spread the word!

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* = recurring weekly | 🍸= TNC Favorites | 😊 = Solo-Friendly (Events perfect for enjoying on your own)

Art + Community + Wellness

Friday 10.4

1. An Evening Exploring Sand, Ash, Heat: Glass at New Orleans Museum of Art 5:00pm-9:00pm😊

2. Cannabis Cocktail Class- Mix, Sip, & Elevate! at Dream House Lounge 7:00pm😊

Saturday 10.5

1. Voter Registration Day by Urban League of Louisiana

2. NOLA Miles Club- Run/Walk + Bike With ANTWIGADEE! at City Park; Biking starts at 7:00am; Run/Walk Club starts at 8:00am 🍸😊

3. Ashley Lorraine Presents To Bare Witness Opening Reception at The Barnett (Formally Ace Hotel) 5:00pm-8:00pm 🍸😊

4. First Saturday Art Walk on Julia Street 5:00pm-9:00pm😊

   1. Art Walk Coordinated by Art Above The Law (More information to come) 🍸😊

Sunday 10.6

1. Chroma Zone- An Art Experience with Ceaux at Son of a Saint 6:00pm-10:00pm 🍸😊

Live Music & Entertainment + Festivals

Friday 10.4

1. Gretna Fest- Oct. 4th-6th - Varying Times

2. Luv Jone$ Lounge - Poetry, Live Music, Raffles & Community at Common House 7:00pm-Until 🍸😊

3. Jaime Woods & Cubs The Poet at The Barnett (Formally Ace Hotel) 8:00pm-Until 😊

Saturday 10.5

1. Fried Chicken Festival- Oct. 5th & 6th- at the Lakefront 11:00am-9:00pm 🍸

2. Black Love Fest at Hunter’s Field 1:00pm-6:00pm😊

3. Couches 10 Year Anniversary Featuring TARRIONA TANK BALL, INDYS BLU & LEGATRON PRIME plus surprise guests at Merchant Hall 7:30pm- Until😊

Sunday 10.6

1. Family Ties Second Line Parade starts at Treme Recreation Community Center 1:00pm-5:00pm

Parties

Friday 10.4

1. Pour + Taste at OHM Lounge 10:00pm-Until

2. After w/ DJ P.U.D.G.E. & Makeda Kravitz at The Barnett (Formally Ace Hotel) 10:30pm-2:00am

Saturday 10.5

1. Afrobeats and Caribbean Music Day Party w/ DJ Rakimbeau at Front Row Lounge 6:00pm-1:00am

2. Allure Saturdays w/ DJ Kid Nice at Ciao 9:00pm-Until

3. Just Gems 4: DJ FTK + SIISKO + Mikey Offline at Rabbit Hole 10:00pm-4:00am 🍸

4. DJ RQ Away Present Lagniappe + Glbl Wrmng at Tipitina’s 10:00pm-Until 🍸

5. Set De Flo w/ Lord Chilla, Kilobauud, Softserve & Heelturn at The Domino 11:00pm-Until

Sunday 10.6

1. Baddies, Bingo & Brunch at K Social 1:00pm-6:00pm

2. Afrobeats & Soca Day Party at Vybes Nation 2:00pm-8:00pm

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• 📅 Fall Social Calendar: Your insider guide to festivals, galas, and can't-miss events in New Orleans this season.