Let’s explore social events in New Orleans, LA happening this week. Local events are a great way to meet new people and make new friends. Look through this page and consider going out and socializing during one of these social events.
Are you looking to take a break from your regular ventures, build friendships or develop emotional intelligence? Social events could just be just the thing you are missing. As they always say, one’s company, two’s a crowd, three’s a party. In these events, you will get to meet a whole new range of people, engage other cultures and understand different perspectives. You get opportunities to expand your circle through the interactions and conversations elicited. Whether you are looking to improve your social or work connections, this is it for you.
There are many events held across New Orleans, Louisiana. Events range from backyard outings, outdoor activity events, singles events, professional networking, meaningful discussions, and more. They are all varied and interesting covering your lifestyle and preference. If you find it hard to make connections or socialize in these events, here are a few tips to save your situation.
Local Groups’ Events in New Orleans
Intelligent Archives AI Demo
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 26th
◦ Where: The Shop At the CAC
Mardi Gras isn’t just a party—it’s a deep-rooted story of tradition, rebellion, and culture, and now AI is uncovering the hidden connections woven through its history. What if history wasn’t just something we preserved—but something we unlocked? Intelligent Archives is revolutionizing the way we protect and interact with the past, blending hands-on physical preservation, cutting-edge high-resoluti(…)
Networking for Tech Startups/Founders/Investors/Developers – New Orleans
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: High Grace NOLA
**\*\*Meet us at the front door of the venue at 6:45pm local time sharp. At 7pm we will move inside and take a table. (if you come later, you risk loosing the group)**
**Registration**
✅ **Join us on Whatsapp:**
[https://chat.whatsapp.com/GaCLJk9HDcKC0TfpRTWgRa](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GaCLJk9HDcKC0TfpRTWgRa)
**Feel free to leave an introduction in the tech network app**
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Let’s get crafty!
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: 5101 Canal Blvd
Welcome to our open craft night. This is a great opportunity to make some progress on your craft project, start something new, or simply meet people and learn about different crafts.
Have materials looking for a new home? Bring them along for material exchanges/giveaways!
The location is Morning Call (5101 Canal Blvd) and it has good lighting, comfortable seating, tables, and electrical outlets (…)
Mardi Gras 2025: Laissez les bons temps rouler!
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: The Riverfront Hotel New Orleans
I’ll be traveling to New Orleans to attend Mardi Gras! 🎉
**Here’s my potential itinerary:**
* **Friday Morning:** Drive down to New Orleans
* **Monday:** Return drive
**Parades:**
* **Friday:** Krewe of Selene in Slidell (Founded in 1998, starts at 6 PM)
* **Saturday Morning:** Krewe of Iris (Founded in 1917, starts at 11 AM)
* **Saturday Afternoon:** Krewe of Endymion (Starts at 4 PM) these a(…)
Nola French Language Meetup
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 26th
◦ Where: 326 N Norman C Francis Parkway
Join us at bayou beer garden,326 N. Norman C. Francis **Blvd**. Meet people, and practice your French language skills. All skill levels welcome(…)
“Rebellion to tyrants is obedience to God”
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 25th
◦ Where: Silk Road Restaurant & Wine Bar
Let’s get serious for a moment in the midst of Mardi Gras madness!! We are launching our three-month exploration of historical fiction with local author Maurice Carlos Ruffin’s **The American Daughters.** Join us on Monday, February 24, for the discussion.
**The American Daughters,** by Maurice Carlos Ruffin (2024)
**“Stirring . . . In telling this important, neglected history with imagination-f(…)
Freedom On Fire screening at Cafe Istanbul
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 27th
◦ Where: Cafe Istanbul, New Orleans Healing Center
We will screen Freedom On Fire: Ukraine’s Fight For Freedom, the new film by the makers of Winter On Fire, at Cafe Istanbul.
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oHxRIonaqao](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oHxRIonaqao)
[https://www.freedomonfire.film/](https://www.freedomonfire.film/)
Shortly following the film is Cafe Istanbul’s Open Mike poetry night, Poets On Poets. I highly encourage anyone wi(…)
2/25 NOLA BLACKLIGHT SOUND HEALING ACTIVATION®
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: Theratique
Location: Theratique, 4440 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70119 /Reg. required – Please bring a mat and pillow to meditate comfortably.
Celebrate with magical intentions, aspirations, & positivity. NOLA BLC Sound Healing Activation© is a sound healing that combines a unique blend of several modalities for optimal healing & deep meditation. This meditation uses a unique blend of composition beats, (…)
Tu. 3:30p: Oscar Nominated Shorts: DOCUMENTARY + discussion, at The Broad
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 25th
◦ Where: The Broad Theater
**Join us Tuesday, February 22, for the 3:30p showing of the 2025 Oscar Nominated Shorts: DOCUMENTARY** (2 hours 40 minutes). At the Broad Theater in Mid-City. Followed by our discussion — inside or outside.
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thebroadtheater.com
$ 6 per ticket .
Find us in the lobby before showtime or find us after the film.
For more info, contact Guy Henoumont anytime at 504-460-9049 or at guyhen(…)
NOLA Hack Night
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 26th
◦ Where: The Rusty Nail
New Orleans Hack Night occurs around 7pm every Tuesday at [The Rusty Nail](http://www.rustynailnola.com/). It’s an unstructured, social meetup with no organizers and no agenda.
Join the [Nola Devs Slack](https://join.slack.com/t/nola/shared_invite/zt-4882ja82-iGm2yO6KCxsi2aGJ9vnsUQ) for more information. Feel free to ask questions about Hack Night in the #hacknight channel.
We typically convene (…)
Shut Up & Write Fridays @ Mojo Coffee Magazine
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: Mojo’s Coffee House
Our mission is to provide a place for writers to sit together and work on their projects. It will amaze you how motivating it is simply to be in the company of your fellow writers! And, you will see progress, even if you only spend one hour per week on your writing. Whether you are in the brainstorming phase or working on your final draft, this is the group to get things done.
THE SCHEDULE:
6:30(…)
NOLA French Language Meetups
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 27th
◦ Where: PJ’s Coffee
Bienvenue! We are an informal, friendly group of ALL LEVELS of French, who love conversing and practicing our French! I have reserved a covered area in the patio where we can practice social distancing. We hope to see you! A bientôt!(…)
Voodoo Hash House Harriers Trail #979- VooDoo Muse Shoes!
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: undefined
\*\*PLEASE NOTE THE TIME CHANGE! 5:45 PM HARES AWAY, 6:00 PM HOUNDS AWAY!! THIS IS SO WE DON’T MISS THE PARADES!!
Trail #977
Come join the Voodoo for the Anal Muses Trail! Trail will be short and sweet with no BN so that we can make it to the parades. Special shoes (or tokens that we’ll exchange for shoes) handcrafted by our craftiest hashers will be out on trail for the hounds to find. Shoes can (…)
Thursday Gaming Night at NOLA Kidsground
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: NOLA Kidsground
Come out to the Elmwood area each Thursday night for board gaming at NOLA Kidsground. There is always room for more with our huge group of regular board gamers here! NOLA Kidsground is going to stay open past their normal hours for a safe space for anyone that wants to play board games.
This event is Adults only! Any children attending must be board gaming as the playground is closed.
Beginner a(…)
Toastmasters Weekly Meeting
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 25th
◦ Where: Jackson Avenue Evangelical Church
Whether you are looking to conquer your fear or improve your public speaking, our club is a supportive place and positive learning experience in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth!
**Join us for speeches, table topics and critiques at our weekly meeting! All are welcome!**
Starting at 6pm sharp at 7(…)
Shut Up & Write!® in St. Claude/Marigny, New Orleans
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: St. Coffee
Shut Up & Write!® hosts free in-person and online writing events for writers all over the world. Our goal is to ensure that every writer, regardless of genre or skill level, has access to the community, accountability, and resources they need to be successful in their personal writing goals. Our events use our proven formula: a few minutes of introductions, an hour of focused writing, and a final (…)
Z’otz Cafe Board Game Night
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: Z’otz Cafe
We’re getting more gamer engagement on Friday evenings than Sundays, so we’re switching the official meetup to Fridays. There’s also usually more consistent table availability, so come play games! Bring friends, buy a drink or a pastry, and tip the barista.(…)
New Orleans Magic: The Gathering Weekly Draft
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: 4504 Elba St
We’re hosting a regular MtG draft at my place on Saturdays. VERY casual, no prizes (usually), and the entry fee is whatever the packs cost me. We have a regular cycle of 8 sets, and draft anything new that has a paper release. I’ve heard from several people now, concerns about attendance. We have a regular crowd of 5-8 people, most of whom don’t RSVP here. It’s rare that we don’t have enough for a(…)
Writing critique meeting
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: Panera Bread
Please read before attending:
We are currently meeting via Zoom. The zoom link will be posted in the comments of the event below!
One other note. If you are a complete newcomer we would like you to attend one meeting before submitting anything. We do this because it’s not uncommon for people to submit for the first time and not show up, even after everyone has read the piece. So please come, rea(…)
Lesbian Happy Hour meetup!
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 27th
◦ Where: The Domino
hey all! Join us for happy hour!
As always, we will be at The Domino on St Claude, 3044 St Claude Ave. Every last Wednesday of the month. All are welcome!
You can follow us on Instagram @nola_sapphics for more updated info.
See you soon!(…)
Tips to meet people at social events
One of the best ways to meet new people at social events in New Orleans is by choosing a common theme or interest. If you like movies, why not go see a screening with people who also like movies! Then you already have something to talk about. Or if you’re into coffee or beer, a Coffee and Beer Garden Meet and Greet could be perfect for you. And keep in mind that smaller group settings can be less intimidating and easier to start conversations in.
Another thing that might worry you is introductions. Some people aren’t as keen on introducing themselves and others worry or get nervous about it. Why not level the playing field and go to an event where everyone is expected to introduce themselves and talk? It could be a networking event, an acting class, a singles event, or a book club. Not only are people looking to introduce themselves at these events but they’re also there to make friends.
Our final tip is on the age of the people you are going to meet. If you have your heart set on meeting people close to your own age, then research events so that you can find your chosen demographic. At the same time, we want to encourage you not to limit yourself. An age gap doesn’t necessarily mean a disconnect and the great thing about different age groups is that they can learn from each other!
You can find even more events in New Orleans on Neworleans.com, Nolaweekend.com, or Neworleanscitypark.com.
RELATED: How To Meet People In New Orleans, Louisiana
MARDI GRAS MADNESS EDITION OF THE SOCIAL FEAT. LEON THOMAS @ REPUBLIC 03/01
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: Republic NOLA
LEON THOMAS PERFORMING LIVE @ REPUBLIC NOLA SATURDAY MARCH 1, 2025 HOSTED BY GEE WILLIE, HWG ENT., BIG STAN PRODUCTIONS, & MR. HAPPY HOUR
Mardi Gras 2025 Balcony & Rooftop Tickets @ Mambo’s
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: Mambo’s
Mardi Gras 2025 Balcony & Rooftop Tickets @ Mambo’s
Mardi Dawn: Mau P & more
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 27th
◦ Where: The Metropolitan
Mardi Dawn: Mau P & more
ENERGY! Mardi Gras Party
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: Cafe Istanbul
A Mardi Gras Party curated by ANTWIGADEE!
ZOOLU Saturday featuring ISOxo
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: The Metropolitan
Get ready to party like never before at Zoolu – Mardi Gras Weekend in New Orleans on March 1st, 2025!
Mardi Gras Mania Official Endymion After Party
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: Empire
Get ready to keep the Mardi Gras spirit alive at the ultimate Endymion After Party – a wild and unforgettable event!
10th Annual Jesters’ Reaux-de-Eaux Second Line
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: Manolito
Come one and all and join the Texas area Knights of Babylon for our 10th annual rootin’, tootin’ Second Line through the French Quarter!
[FRI 2.28] MARDI GRAS Weekend Kickoff @ TREEHOUSE
![[FRI 2.28] MARDI GRAS Weekend Kickoff @ TREEHOUSE](https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F966500863%2F2162894505423%2F1%2Foriginal.20250221-200138?crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&fp-x=0.488105536332&fp-y=0.239299610895&s=505f5a53a10c2d6b7f8ecb00e5adccec)
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: Treehouse
Kickoff the Mardi Gras Weekend at Littest Club in NOLA!!
Mardi Gras 2025 Balcony Tickets @ NOLA COOKERY
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: Nola Cookery
Mardi Gras 2025 Balcony Tickets @ NOLA COOKERY
NGHTMRE
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: Republic NOLA
Republic NOLA Presents… NGHTMRE on FRIDAY, February 28th!
Mardi Gras Balcony Tickets – Friday, February 28th 2:30pm-5:30pm
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: Cornet
Mardi Gras Balcony Tickets with 3 Hours Open Bar and prime Bourbon Street Balcony Access with limited guests!
12th Annual Endymion Extravaganza Block Party
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: 2752 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA, USA
Get ready to party at the 12th Annual Endymion Extravaganza Block Party – the ultimate in-person event that promises non-stop fun, music, an
Mardi Gras Balcony Party Tickets Saturday DAY
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: 700 Bourbon St
Mardi Gras Balcony Tickets with 4 Hours Open Premium Bar, Creole cuisine and guaranteed Bourbon Street Balcony Access with limited guests!
THE PURE WAY BALL IV: COSMIC CANDYLAND
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: The Rabbit Hole
Join us for our 4th annual Mardi Gras Ball, “THE PURE WAY BALL IV: COSMIC CANDYLAND @therabbitholenola on for a night you will never forget
AGSC Mardi Gras Conference 2025
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: University of Holy Cross
Join Us for the AGSC Mardi Gras Conference 2025!
My Heart Belongs to Daddy: A Burlesque Cabaret
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: The AllWays Lounge & Theatre
Get ready for a luxurious night of burlesque, featuring the New Orleans finest glitz, glamour, bumps, grinds, and live singing!
Old Absinthe House Balcony Experience | Endymion Saturday 2025
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: 240 Bourbon St
Come experience the Mardi Gras festivities on Bourbon Street on the Old Absinthe House balcony – the best view in town for Mardi Gras 2025!
G-SPACE [LIVE] + special guest prolly.
![G-SPACE [LIVE] + special guest prolly.](https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F948789663%2F2279509646993%2F1%2Foriginal.20250130-190009?crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&w=512&auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&fp-x=0.005&fp-y=0.005&s=81d2ca43bbca7f851e40f71a5a0f24c5)
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: ARORA
ARORA Presents… G- Space + special guest prolly. on FRI 02.28.25.
Roman Street Live at the Lobby Lounge
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 25th
◦ Where: The Harbor Center
Beautiful organic sound fusion with classical, gypsy and contemporary jazz, latin, and nuevo flamenco.
Mardi Gras Balcony Party at PROHIBITION Sat, Mar 1st 9pm-1am
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: Prohibition
Mardi Gras Balcony Party Open Premium Bar, Cajun & Creole Buffet, DJ and Dance Floor with prime balcony access!