WHAT? It is the largest gay event in New Orleans. 2019 will be the 48th annual celebration. The street party runs around-the-clock, and the Southern Decadence circuit party dance events take place at night.
WHEN? During Labor Day weekend. For 2019, the Southern Decadence dates are Thursday, August 29 through Monday, September 2.
WHERE? Most of the events are in the French Quarter. See our map.
WHERE TO STAY? We have negotiated discounted rates at The Bourbon Orleans Hotel, our official hotel for 2019. Hotel rooms are available for booking NOW. Please consider booking early to enjoy your choice of rooms and to save. Our rates are be about 12% better than you'll find anywhere else. The Bourbon Orleans always sells out for Southern Decadence, so don't delay.
COLORS? The official Southern Decadence 2019 theme and colors will be announced in June of 2019.
WHAT DOES IT COST? Much of Southern Decadence happens on the streets and is free! A Weekend Pass is good for free nightly admission to the The Bourbon Pub and The Parade, featuring their award-winning video programming and nightly circuit party dance events. It guarantees admission, lets you bypass general admission lines by using an expedited entrance, has several other perks, and will also save you a few bucks. There is also a VIP Weekend Pass, which gets you everything of the regular Weekend Pass plus many more amenities. Weekend Passes are available for purchase online NOW.
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