★ LPO: Opening Night: Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 2
The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra opens its new season at the Orpheum Theater with the iconic Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 2.
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Booker & Beyond - Josh Paxton
Josh Paxton leads an evening celebrating the music of James Booker at the legendary Maple Leaf Bar on Oak Street.
Thursday, September 3, 2026 · Maple Leaf Bar, 8316 Oak St, New Orleans
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Shive Cave at Sea Cave Arcade
Late-night EDM club night running until 4 AM at 3000 St. Claude Ave.
Thursday, September 3, 2026 8:00 PM · 3000 St Claude Ave, New Orleans
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Festivals & Special Events
Kitty Pool: CATWALK
A fashion-forward poolside day party with DJs and creative energy at The Maidstone on Tulane Avenue.
Saturday, September 5, 2026 2:00 PM · 3522 Tulane Avenue, New Orleans
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Levee One Soundsystem Block Party
An outdoor block party with the Levee One Soundsystem and special guests at Chickie Wah Wah, starting in the afternoon.
Saturday, September 12, 2026 4:00 PM · Chickie Wah Wah, New Orleans
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Arts & Culture
LPO: Opening Night: Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 2
The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra opens its new season at the Orpheum Theater with the iconic Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 2.
Thursday, September 17, 2026 7:30 PM · Orpheum Theater, 129 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans
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