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#TNCWeekend: 5.16-5.18

#TNCWeekend: 5.16-5.18

From Second Line Sunday and Bayou Boogaloo to pool parties and late-night sets — here’s your guide to what’s happening this weekend in New Orleans!

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May 15, 2025
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Hey y'all! We’re back for another packed weekend in the city! 🎉 Get ready for festivals like Bayou Boogaloo, a variety of celebrations for Haitian Flag Day, and the return of the Saturday & Sunday Pool Series. Whether you’re grabbing a friend or flying solo, it’s the perfect time to try something new! Check out what’s happening, and let’s make this weekend unforgettable!

-The Nola Collective


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Spotlight Event

This Sunday, Vybes Nation Nola is throwing an unforgettable celebration for Haitian Flag Day! 🎉 Come out and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture, dance to infectious beats, and indulge in the incredible flavors of authentic Haitian cuisine.

Tickets here


All events are organized into categories by date and linked for easy access.

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

Art + Community + Wellness

Friday 5.16

  1. Haitian Food Crawl: Ann Manje! at Fritai 11:00am-11:00pm😊

  2. Loud & Clear Takeover at Nola Mix Records 2:00pm-5:00pm😊

  3. An Algiers Point of View- community celebration at Bargeboard 5:00pm-9:00pm😊

Saturday 5.17

  1. Nola Miles Club at City Park 8:00am-9:30am😊🍸

  2. Saturdays at NOAAM w/ Them People Productions 1417 Governor Nicholls 11:00am-4:00pm 😊🍸

  3. Circle of Chiefs Presents Culture Fest at Hardin Park 12:00pm-4:00pm😊

Sunday 5.18

  1. Curated Conversation with Ron Bechet and Keith Duncan at Ogden Musuem 2:00pm-3:00pm😊

  2. Dining Through Time at BK House 5:30pm-8:30pm😊

Live Music & Entertainment + Festivals

Friday 5.16

  1. Bayou Boogaloo May 16th-18th

  2. Open Mic Night at Adrinka Lounge 7:00pm-11:00pm😊

Saturday 5.17

  1. BLERDFEST! 2025 at 4000 Cadillac St. 11:00am-6:00pm😊

  2. Yaya Block Party at 3322 LaSalle St. 12:00pm-2:00pm 😊

  3. Write About Now Poetry Live in New Orleans ft. Matt Capone at Cafe Istanbul 6:30pm-9:30pm 😊🍸

  4. Class: A Classic New Orleans Burlesque Show with a Twist! at Allways Lounge 10:30pm😊

Sunday 5.18

  1. Divine Ladies Second Line Parade starts at Caesars Superdome 12:30pm-4:30pm

  2. 116th Zulu Anniversary Parade starts Dew Drop Inn 11:30am-Until

Parties + Listening Sessions

Friday 5.16

  1. Jon B Hosts DRUNK'N KARAOKE at Hide/Seek 8:00pm-2:00am

  2. C’Est Funk & Sana upstairs at Anna’s 9:00pm-1:00am

  3. Just Gems w/ DJ FTK, ANTWIGADEE! & Pro$per Jone$ at Rabbit Hole 10:00pm-4:00am🍸

Saturday 5.17

  1. Pool Sesh w/ Summer Indigo, Kush Trim, Miah & Treyylb at Blue Crawfish 12:00pm-8:00pm

  2. Happy Valley w/ Aliyuhhh, Wannie Online & Dontae at Culture Park 3:00pm-8:00pm

  3. La Noche Caliente w/ Muevelo & Santero at The Barnett 8:00pm

  4. GRLZWRLD Rave w/ DJ Maliboo, DJ Sanctuary, Pretty Na$ty & Legatron Prime at Okay Bar 10:00pm-Until

Sunday 5.18

  1. Nola Miles Club 1-Year Anniversary Celebration x Son of a Saint w/ DJ FTK at Son of A Saint 1:00pm-4:00pm🍸

  2. David’s Dance by ANTWIGADEE! at Virgin Hotel 2:00pm-6:00pm🍸

  3. Summer of Soul w/ Plant Daddy, DJ Baby Daddy & Lord Chilla at No Dice 6:00pm-12:00am

  4. Bicolor Block Party w/ DJ Jess, Bertin, DJ Ojay + more! at Vybes Nation 4:00pm-12:00am

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