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New Orleans

The mythos surrounding New Orleans is limitless. Tucked in the middle of Southern marshland, NOLA features a plethora of gay bars in the historic French Quarter, including Oz, a classic gay dance club, and the more bacchanal Rawhide -- both open 24-7 on the weekends. The city's open container policy means you can carry your drink from bar to bar, making New Orleans the perfect place for a boozy good time. Southern Decadence, the "Folsom Street Fair of the South," is held downtown every year, but if you're considering a more relaxed vacation, the city has many cute boutique hotels in historic, Antebellum homes down Canal Street. Stroll through the city's curiosity shops and you're bound to see a few fortune tellers and street performers. Stop in one of the many local eateries to taste the best backcountry crawfish in the South. Plan your next trip to gay New Orleans with Out.

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Halloween New Orleans, a Gay Party, Has Surprising Religious Roots

The annual fundraiser supports Project Lazarus and its mission of providing transitional living facilities for people living with HIV.

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Join Us For a Queer Southern Decadence Pool Party in New Orleans!

Hang with Out poolside this Labor Day Weekend for a Southern Decadence party that fundraises for people living with HIV.

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Take a Trip to Southern Decadence in 'To Decadence With Love'

The movie follows drag queens Laveau Contraire and Franky Canga as they prepare for the annual New Orleans festival.

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New Orleans: Inside Out

Travel writer and New Orleans local, Jimmy Im, gives us the low-down on Southern Decadence and all the other can’t-miss spots this city has to offer.

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Meet Daniel Dean: The New Orleans Stoli Key West Cocktail Classic 2017 Champion

You'll love the inspiration behind his winning cocktail, the Venetian Razberi

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Slideshow: Experience the Chaos and Glamour of Southern Decadence

Launched by a motley crew of outcasts in 1972, this celebration has survived hell and high water to continue breaking all the rules of decorum and good taste.

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New Orleans Celebrates an Emotional Pride

A float in the New Orleans Pride parade remained empty to honor the victims of the Orlando shooting. 

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Meet the Team Behind the Queen of Bounce

Get to know the entire Big Freedia team before the Season 5 premiere of Big Freedia: Queen of Bounce June 8th at 11P/10c on Fuse TV.

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11 Landmark Moments in the History of Twerk

Prepare for Twerk 101

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Top 5 Most Hair-Raising Moments from Big Freedia: Queen of Bounce

Season 5 premieres June 8th at 11P/10c on Fuse TV.

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Watch: Epic Trailer for Big Freedia: Queen of Bounce Season 5

The new season premieres June 8th at 11P/10c on Fuse TV.

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12 Places To Rest Your Head In The Big Easy

Get a feel for New Orleans' hotel scene.

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Try This At Home: Gulf Coast Snapper

Executive Chef Kristin Butterworth shares her special recipe so you too can share in New Orleans' distinct flavor.

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New Orleans Travel Tips From Native Bryan Batt

Actor Bryan Batt has loads of suggestions for your next New Orleans trip.

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The Mask And Its Many Looks

With Mardi Gras in full swing, the Contemporary Arts Center New Orleans takes a look behind the mask.