Celebrating NOLA Women's History
On Friday, September 27, 2024 at 1 p.m., the Roosevelt New Orleans invites women to an exciting afternoon to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the "Stormin' of the Sazerac." This gathering will take place at the event's namesake, the Sazerac Bar, and be emceed by WDSU news anchor Sula Kim.
Stormin' of the Sazerac's 75th Anniversary
Attendees of the 2024 Stormin' of the Sazerac can expect a three-course lunch, fashion show, live entertainment, and recognition of the 2024 Reigning Spirit of the Sazerac Nina Compton, who is chef and owner of Compère Lapin restaurant, BABs Nola, and Nina's Creole Cottage. The fashion show will highlight vintage-inspired dresses provided by local retailer Italy Direct.
After the luncheon at 3 p.m., participants will "storm" the bar while accompanied by a second line. Guests are encouraged to wear late '40s and early '50s fashion in the style of the women who first stormed the Sazerac Bar all those years ago.
Tickets for the 2024 Stormin' of the Sazerac are $115 each, excluding tax and gratuity, and can be reserved here or by calling 504-335-3129.
What is the "Stormin' of the Sazerac?"
On September 26, 1949, a group of women marched into the Sazerac Bar and demanded service during a time when the bar would only serve women on Mardi Gras Day. This protest was dubbed the "Stormin' of the Sazerac" and has become a celebrated event at the Roosevelt Hotel.
For more information about the Roosevelt Hotel, visit therooseveltneworleans.com or find them on Instagram and Facebook (@theroosevelt_no).
