Pride Month in New Orleans: A Weekend Worth Experiencing
There’s no city quite like New Orleans during Pride Month.
Throughout June, the French Quarter fills with parades, live music, packed bars, drag performances, and celebrations happening all over the city. Pride here feels woven into the culture of New Orleans — welcoming, loud, fun, and full of energy from day to night.
Whether you’re coming in for Pride Weekend or turning it into a longer getaway, it’s one of the best times of year to experience the city.
Pride Events Happening This June
New Orleans Black Pride Weekend | June 4–7
New Orleans Black Pride Weekend brings together pool parties, live entertainment, community events, and celebrations throughout the city during one of the biggest weekends of the month.
New Orleans Pride Parade | June 13
One of the highlights of Pride Month, the New Orleans Pride Parade makes its way through the French Quarter on June 13, bringing music, floats, and crowds into the streets for a night that feels uniquely New Orleans.
PrideFest | June 13
After the parade, PrideFest continues the celebration with live music, performances, vendors, and events throughout the Quarter.
LGBTLOL Queer Comedy Festival | June 4–7
A weekend filled with performances from queer comedians and entertainers at venues across the city.
Stay in the Heart of Pride Month
One of the best parts about experiencing Pride Month in New Orleans is staying right in the middle of it all. From parade routes and nightlife to restaurants, bars, and live music, everything is within walking distance when you stay in the French Quarter.
At French Quarter Guest Houses, you’re close to all of it while still having a quieter place to come back to at the end of the night. Hidden courtyards, balconies, pools, and historic buildings make the stay feel like New Orleans from the moment you arrive.
Spend the day exploring the city, stay out late for the celebrations, and end the night just steps from it all.
If you’re planning to visit New Orleans this June, now’s the perfect time to book your stay and experience Pride in the heart of the Quarter.