NEW ORLEANS – Virgin Hotels New Orleans announced big plans for Southern Decadence 2026 with a weekend built around drag, music, rooftop revelry and queer celebration. From a throwback diva-inspired drag and burlesque brunch to a Labor Day pool party, the hotel is bringing plenty of sparkle to the festive weekend.
Saturday, Sept. 5, Commons Club
It’s A Diva Thing: Drag & Burlesque Brunch
Get ready to brunch like a true diva with a fabulous throwback celebration of the women who gave us the songs we still know every word to. Expect show-stopping drag, feel-good brunch vibes and iconic hits from Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, Cher, Madonna and more. Come hungry, come thirsty and come ready to sing along to the ultimate diva soundtrack. Featuring a boozy brunch for $49 per person++, this dazzling dining experience runs from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. with shows at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Reservations are available on OpenTable.
Monday, Sept. 7, The Pool Club
STRUT | 12 – 7 p.m.
Close out the holiday weekend with STRUT, a bold celebration of queer excellence featuring Plane Jane, RuPaul’s Drag Race finalist, Traitors standout + the woman responsible for introducing “Burger Finger” to the masses. Expect DJs, drag, burlesque, pop-up shoppin’, poolside cocktails, and enough camp to make Southern Decadence proud. Tickets are available now on Eventbrite.
Virgin Hotels New Orleans is located at 550 Baronne St. For reservations and additional information, visit virginhotels.com/new-orleans/southern-decadence/. Stay up to date on Instagram & Facebook.