New Orleans Pride Bar Crawl
The 2026 New Orleans Pride Bar Crawl is set for Saturday, June 20 throughout the French Quarter.
The multi-venue celebration will span several downtown nightlife locations, offering participants an organized route through New Orleans' bar scene in honor of Pride Month. The Pride celebration is designed to honor love, diversity, and equality while showcasing New Orleans' nightlife scene.
Celebrating Across the French Quarter
The Pride Bar Crawl is structured as a guided nightlife experience, beginning with check-in at Coyote Ugly Saloon before attendees move through a lineup of over four participating bars. The event is designed as a roaming celebration, encouraging guests to explore several locations while engaging in themed entertainment at the stops.
The crawl is a way to highlight LGBTQ+ pride through music, social interaction, and nightlife. Participating venues are expected to feature live DJS, Pride-themed decor, and specialized playlists.
Organized by PubCrawls.com
The event is being produced by PubCrawls.com, a nationwide company known for organizing large bar crawl experiences. In New Orleans, the company is working with local bars and venues that highlight the French Quarter's corridor while maintaining organized check-in and wrist-band access for participants.
Admission and What's Included
Admission is ticketed through Eventbrite, with attendees required to purchase passes in advance. Each ticket includes a wristband granting access to bars, a map of the crawl route and access to drink and food specials at each location.
Check-in is scheduled at a designated location provided on attendees' tickets. The event is also restricted to guests 21 and older, and tickets are listed as non-refundable.
Other benefits include a photographer and videographer at venues, on-site event staff, and holiday-themes drinks designed for Pride participants.
Tips for Attendees
Those interested and who purchase tickets are advised to check their email to stay up to date with promotions and live event notifications. Additionally, attendees are advised to navigate using their digital map during the crawl to correctly access all participating venues and drink deals.
Attendees are also advised to arrive on-time to ensure they will receive their wristband before the event.
The Pride Bar Crawl arrives during a broader month of LGBTQ+ celebrations across New Orleans. With thousands expected to attend, organizers are positioning the crawl as both a nightlife experience and communal Pride celebration.
