← Part of Halloween New Orleans (HNO)
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Friday, October 30, 2026
Halloween New Orleans (HNO)
French Quarter, New Orleans, LA, United StatesFriday night's gala opens HNO — the heart of the weekend's fundraiser for Project Lazarus, and the kickoff to Halloween New Orleans. Venue and lineup announced by HNO closer to the weekend. Part of Halloween New Orleans (Oct 30–Nov 1).
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Thu, Sep 3
4 PM - 2 AM
The Phoenix Bar, Faubourg Marigny
Thu, Sep 3
5 PM - 11:59 PM
French Quarter (Bourbon Street)
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Fri, Sep 4
1 PM - 7 PM
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Fri, Sep 4
9 PM - 2 AM
Joy Theater
Sat, Sep 5
6 PM - 11 PM
Bourbon & St. Ann, French Quarter
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