LIVE AND LET DIE
New Orleans, Oct 10-13, 2024
Thursday October 10th
OPENING NIGHT - Cocktail Party
7pm
The Napoleon House, 500 Chartres St., French Quarter
Inspired by the classic 80s movie St Elmo’s Fire, the opening night takes place at one of the oldest and most iconic bars in the French Quarter and will feature live music, cocktails, light bites, and acute nostalgia. At around 10:30pm, a grand marshal will lead the crowd to a Second Line, a traditional French Quarter parade that is known as a “jazz funeral without a body”. Dress Code: Hats!
Friday October 11th
THE BAYOU
Noon/ Private Bus pick-up at 10:45am in front of Hotel Maison Metier.
Airboat tour of the Bayou, 5145v Fleming Park Rd, Lafitte, LA 70067
Several private airboats will take us deep into Louisiana’s spectacular swampland. The ride lasts ~2 hours.
LIVE AND LET DIE - Dinner Party
7pm
The Columns Hotel, 3811 St Charles Ave, Garden District
The night’s theme is the 1973 Bond movie, Live and Let Die, which was filmed in New Orleans and perfectly encapsulated the spirit of the early 70s.
There are spies, tarot readers, voodoo priests, drug kingpins, and the fashion is very distinct: bell bottoms, big collar shirts, miniskirts, maxi dresses, hippie outfits etc.
Watch the movie for inspiration!
SATURDAY OCTOBER 12th
ELVIS: RESURRECTION - The Party
9pm
Toulouse Theater, 615 Toulouse St.
The main party takes place at this historic two-story cabaret theater and live music venue.
They think they will be hosting this year’s global annual convention of Elvis tribute artists, so expect crowds outside the theater, waiting to see the very best of Elvis impersonators.
Dress code mandatory—you can source your own costume or pick up one of the jumpsuits we provide between noon and 2pm on Saturday at Toulouse Theater. Other than Elvis, think Ann-Margret, Priscilla etc.
Live acts + DJs until late.
FAQ
I have some fun friends and want to bring them along. Can I?
Yes, but please include them on the rsvp, indicating their full names if possible.
Where should I stay?
New Orleans has thousands of hotels, for all tastes and budgets. We recommend you stay close to the French Quarter as two of the three events will take place there. Some popular choices: Maison de Metier, Barnett, Peter and Paul, Ritz Carlton, Monteleone, Celestine, Virgin.
Can I decide to come last minute? Do I need to inform you if my plans change and can no longer come or need to skip some of the events?
Please inform us of any change of plans, either through the RSVP section or a direct message.
While I am in New Orleans, if I get lost or have a question related to one of the events, who do I contact?
Lisa Carbonari, the local event producer, can be reached at mailto:lisa@hallowedgroundproductions.com or (504) 222-2562. You can also reach out to her associate Steven (318) 447-8640.
Do you have any recommendation for things to do while in New Orleans, outside of the events?
Eat at one of the old-school New Orleans restaurants, such as Antoine’s, Galatoire, Commander’s Palace or Brennan’s.
Try the famous beignets at Cade du Monde.
Spend the morning at City Park.
Have a drink at a jazz bar (Mahogany, Preservation Hall, and any of the bars on Frenchmen Street).
Visit historical plantations (most are > 1 hour outside N.O).
RSVP
RSVP required by August 7th. Please only rsvp once flight tickets are booked.