# Things to do in New Orleans this weekend (Oct 23–25, 2026) 95 events around New Orleans, picked by Thursday Drop. Updated 2026-10-24T00:25:44.694Z. Web version: https://thursdaydrop.io/email/new-orleans ## Forecast - Fri: 82°F, Partly cloudy - Sat: 78°F, Sunny - Sun: 76°F, Cloudy ## Pick of the week - **Community Farmers Market - Marigny, Saturdays**: Sat, Oct 24 · 12pm · 2624 Burgundy St, New Orleans · See tickets. Community Farmers Market in the Marigny - every Saturday, regular hours: 12-4 PM, 2624 Burgundy Street, New Orleans [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/25c3708cc7e5cd60?m=new-orleans&c=seo) ## Live Music - **Papa Plays The Nite Tripper - A John "Papa" Gros Tribute to Dr. John**: Sat, Oct 24 · 9pm · Tipitina's, New Orleans · From $40. w/ Cyril Neville, Gary Brown, Yolanda Robinson, and more!With Special Guests Cyril Neville, Gary Brown, Yolanda Robinson, and Kiki Chapman + The Tin Men [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/2431557a3fd853dc?m=new-orleans&c=seo) - **CeCe Winans - COME WORSHIP! Tour**: Sat, Oct 24 · 7pm · Smoothie King Center, New Orleans · See tickets. The COME WORSHIP! Tour is an invitation from CeCe Winans to bring together audiences of every generation, ethnicity, and denomination while worshipping Jesus as a unified… [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/26aa01c75b930470?m=new-orleans&c=seo) - **ThePixelCinema presents NOLA SPOTLIGHT: LIVE**: Sat, Oct 24 · 9pm · The Porch at The Howlin Wolf, New Orleans · From $13. NOLA SPOTLIGHT: LIVE is a live music showcase presented by ThePixelCinema, bringing together buzzing artists from Louisiana for a night of music, performance, and discovery.… [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/ecb0dceda774fd37?m=new-orleans&c=seo) ## Eat & Drink - **Dinner, Wine & Live Trumpet at Tipsy Trumpet**: Sat, Oct 24 · 5pm · Tipsy Trumpet, New Orleans · See tickets. Dinner, wine, and live trumpet every night at Tipsy Trumpet, 615 Bourbon St. [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/fa9b78dcfa68a924?m=new-orleans&c=seo) - **Halloween Bourbon St. Balcony Post Parade Party- Saturday, October…**: Sat, Oct 24 · 700 Bourbon St, New Orleans · From $178 [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/09871df0d28ecd7a?m=new-orleans&c=seo) - **Margaritas In The Park (Fall Edition)**: Sat, Oct 24 · 12pm · Duncan Plaza, New Orleans · See tickets. ️ PLEASE PURCHASE THE CORRECT TICKET FOR THE DAY YOU PLAN TO ATTEND — SATURDAY OR SUNDAY. Upgrade to VIP for the ultimate Margaritas In Th [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/f0c21f9626ab07be?m=new-orleans&c=seo) ## Family & Kids - **STACK SMART: Learn. Save. Succeed.**: Sat, Oct 24 · 1pm · Jefferson Parish Library - Terrytown Library · See tickets. A 4-Week Financial Fitness + Academic Success Series [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/df732fa5f531332d?m=new-orleans&c=seo) - **Donuts & Dyslexia**: Sun, Oct 25 · 12pm · 2391 Privette Blvd, Covington · See tickets. What if one morning could change everything for your child? [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/a2476a27197c91d6?m=new-orleans&c=seo) ## Outdoors & Sports - **Tulane Green Wave Football vs. Texas San Antonio Roadrunners Football**: Sat, Oct 24 · 7pm · Yulman Stadium, New Orleans · See tickets [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/cf3713379bc80484?m=new-orleans&c=seo) - **Texas Exes New Orleans: Ole Miss Watch Party**: Sat, Oct 24 · 6:30pm · Turtle Bay, New Orleans · Free. Join fellow Longhorns in New Orleans to cheer Texas on against Ole Miss! [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/0a45aa2059f3bda5?m=new-orleans&c=seo) - **Vibrational Healing in City Park**: Sat, Oct 24 · 5:15pm · Goldfish Island, New Orleans · Free. Chill out and reset your body's natural frequencies with sound baths, intended to refill your energetic cup with good vibes and positivity! [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/fd1692db3697a88e?m=new-orleans&c=seo) ## Arts & Nightlife - **Hannibal Buress -- Comedy Special Taping**: Sat, Oct 24 · 10pm · Civic Theatre, New Orleans · See tickets. FILMING NOTICE. This performance will be recorded for a comedy special and related content. By purchasing a ticket and entering the venue, you consent to being photographed,… [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/66b147c28957d499?m=new-orleans&c=seo) - **The Lion King (Touring)**: Sat, Oct 24 · 2pm · Saenger Theatre-New Orleans · See tickets [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/43c9462fc35e7c2a?m=new-orleans&c=seo) - **The 3rd Annual Fat Cats' Ball**: Fri, Oct 23 · 7pm · Howlin' Wolf, New Orleans · From $134. Tomato Club Rescue's annual costume ball fundraiser supporting Louisiana's first brick-and-mortar facility for medically complex and specially-abled kittens. October 23, 2026… [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/5d5616c509cf58fc?m=new-orleans&c=seo) ## Free This Weekend - **Film Fest, N.O**: Sat, Oct 24 · 11am · 900 Camp St, New Orleans · Free. Showcase your creativity, connect with film lovers, and grow your brand—secure your booth and shine at our vibrant arts & culture event! [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/02754db12f2d81ec?m=new-orleans&c=seo) - **Live at Good Measure —CLOUDSAVE Presents: Mario Kart Live**: Sat, Oct 24 · 8pm · Good Measure, New Orleans · Free. A New Orleans ensemble fusing jazz, funk, and soul with the iconic melodies of video game music. [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/95097f4a10ab385b?m=new-orleans&c=seo) - **The Welcome Table Comes Home - Concert & Celebration**: Sun, Oct 25 · 1pm · N Prieur St and Lafitte Ave, New Orleans · Free. Concert & Celebration followed by a Second Line to a screening of The Welcome Table, a critically important new film by Josh Fox. [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/1831a70775655557?m=new-orleans&c=seo) - **\*\*Sold Out\*\* Kels**: Fri, Oct 23 · 9pm · Chickie Wah Wah, New Orleans · Free. Online advance ticket pricing is always lower than walkup ticket pricing. [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/052525c669476c36?m=new-orleans&c=seo) - **SAATU Diwali 2026**: Sat, Oct 24 · 7pm · 859 Convention Center Blvd, New Orleans · Free. Celebrate the Festival of Lights with an unforgettable evening of music, cultural performances, and delicious food. [Details](https://thursdaydrop.io/r/15c5429f928f4fda?m=new-orleans&c=seo) --- Get this lineup by email every Thursday, free: https://thursdaydrop.io/