Venue Detail
Bourbon Pub & Parade
About this venue
Welcome to the high-glam epicenter of NOLA’s fabled "Lavender Line." This massive two-story powerhouse has been the beating heart of the community since 1974. Downstairs, the video bar is a total sensory trip where theater kids and pop-stans unite over non-stop music videos on giant screens. If you’re craving a high-energy pulse, sashay upstairs to The Parade, where the light show is blinding and the dance floor is packed with shirtless hotties. It’s big, it’s loud, and it’s where the party never truly ends—especially when the balcony doors are wide open to the madness of Bourbon Street below.
Practical details
Address: 717 Orleans Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70116, United States
Hours: Mon: 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM, Tue: 12:00 PM – Close, Wed – Thu: 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM, Fri – Sat: 12:00 PM – 5:00 AM, Sun: 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM
Canonical: https://www.queeratlas.app/new_orleans/venues/bourbon-pub-parade--448
Venue intelligence
Know before you go
Typical queue
Bourbon Pub & Parade can build a proper entry line when the main crowd lands. Arrive before peak time instead of joining the latest rush.
Best night
An advertised show, DJ or community night is the best reason to visit Bourbon Pub & Parade; on ordinary nights, early evening is the easier social window.
Locals vs visitors
Expect a broadly queer crowd and allies and mixed groups at Bourbon Pub & Parade. The mix changes with the hour and programme, so an early visit can feel very different from the late-night room.
Dress code in practice
Polished casual suits Bourbon Pub & Parade: intentional enough for cocktails, still relaxed enough for a long night at the bar.
Staff inclusion
Bourbon Pub & Parade presents itself as LGBTQ+-friendly and the overall guest experience is the best guide to the welcome. For specific access needs, contact the team before travelling.
Community rating
3.5 / 5
2 community reviews