NEW ORLEANS – Following a successful kickoff and a full slate of August collaborations, Ladies Night NOLA is heading into its final month with five Wednesday events across New Orleans, bringing together some of the city’s most beloved hospitality businesses for evenings of food, cocktails, music, conversation, and community.
Created by Chef Nina Compton of Compère Lapin fame, Ladies Night NOLA was designed to support local businesses, introduce guests to new destinations, and celebrate the women helping shape New Orleans’ vibrant hospitality scene. The series officially launched at Compère Lapin with a collaboration featuring Queen Trini Lisa, where guests enjoyed Caribbean-inspired bites, specialty cocktails, and an evening celebrating women in hospitality.
Throughout August, participating venues put their own spin on Ladies Night through curated food and beverage offerings, live entertainment, collaborations, and unique experiences. Now, the series continues through September with five more Wednesdays of programming, each offering a distinct way to experience some of New Orleans’ most exciting culinary talent.
A breakdown of September events follows:
Wednesday, Sep. 2 | Peche | 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
September kicks off at Peche with an “Oysters and Bubbles” experience for $25 per person, featuring a half-dozen oysters paired with bubbles, soufflé potatoes, and crème fraîche. Caviar may be added for an additional price.
Wednesday, Sept. 9 | Dakar | 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Dakar will host its Ladies Night NOLA experience on the patio, with curated snacks and cocktails available à la carte. The evening will feature some of the chef’s favorite childhood snacks, including seafood fatya, alongside other seasonally inspired bites and beverages.
Wednesday, Sept. 16 | Zasu x Commander’s Palace at Zasu | 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
This all-star collaboration will feature lobster rolls made with preserved lemon and crème fraîche on house-made toasted brioche, paired with a signature gimlet of gin, celery, Asian pear, and thyme. The evening will also showcase culinary delights from Commander’s Palace, including an oven-dried summer tomato & limoncello curd entremet and a Bushwacker chocolate tart. The evening will also feature live entertainment.
Wednesday, Sept. 23 | Lil Dizzy’s Cafe | 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Lil Dizzy’s Cafe will bring guests together for conversations over cocktails, gumbo, and more. Gumbo, potato salad, and bread pudding will be available for $21 per person with cocktails priced at $11.
Wednesday, Sept. 30 | The Mosquito Supper Club | 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
The series concludes here, featuring a raw oyster bar with Lady Nellie oysters at the restaurant’s new oyster bar. Guests can also enjoy specialty cocktails and browse a mini-market featuring local artists and craftsmen.
Ladies Night NOLA invites locals and visitors to discover new destinations, experience collaborations and special offerings from New Orleans’ hospitality community, and celebrate the women helping make the city one of the country’s most dynamic culinary destinations.
Events are open to the public, with reservations encouraged where applicable. Ladies Night NOLA continues every Wednesday through Sept. 30.
Guests are encouraged to follow participating businesses on social media for event updates and additional details throughout the summer.
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