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Hey y’all! It’s me, Karen Brem, your sassy and oh-so-proud marketing director for the fabulous, LGBTQ-owned and operated Historic Mardi Gras Inn, serving you all the tea on why you need to book a staycation with us this month! Honey, the kids are finally back in school, the weather is cooling off, and it’s high time to treat yourself like the royalty you are! And we’re giving you just the excuse to strut your fabulous self into one of our clean, affordable rooms with a Sizzling September Staycation special that’s as hot as the beignets at Café du Monde.
Special Rates That’ll Make You Swoon
Listen, I know we all love a good deal, and baby, you’re gonna want to sit down for this one. From Monday through Friday in September 2024, we’re rolling out a juicy promo to make your wallet sing. How does $49 for a deluxe single, deluxe doubles for $55 sound? Or maybe you’re feeling like treating your whole crew — in that case, we’ve got houses going for $75. Yes, hunty, you heard that right. These prices are before taxes, but with these kinds of deals, you’ll have plenty of coin left over for cocktails, Creole cuisine, and a night (or three) out on the town!
Our warm, welcoming staff is here to make sure your stay feels like home — if home came with a side of delicious Creole culture and world-class music! And let’s talk about that for a minute because we’re located just two blocks from the French Quarter, honey, and everything you want is right at your fingertips.
Second Line Season is Here — Get Ready to Strut!
If you haven’t experienced a Second Line Parade in New Orleans, darling, you simply haven’t lived! September is serving up some serious vibes with the start of the 2024-2025 Second Line Parade Season. Here’s what’s popping:
- On Sunday, September 15, 2024, the Good Fellas Second Line Parade kicks off from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Grab a mimosa (or three) and get ready to dance those worries away with some of the best brass bands and community spirit you’ll ever experience.
- And just when you think it can’t get better, on Sunday, September 22, 2024, the Young Men Olympian Second Line Parade takes to the streets, also from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. The vibes are immaculate, the energy is contagious, and you’ll be living your best life from start to finish.
Jazz, Funk, and Everything in Between
Now, I know you came to New Orleans for more than just the parades — let’s talk music and food, baby! Frenchmen Street is where it’s all going down, and lucky for you, it’s just around the corner from our front door.
Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro is one of my favorite spots to grab a bite and groove to some seriously soulful jazz. The Creole dishes are to die for, and the lineup of musicians? Chile, you’ll be swooning faster than you can say “laissez les bon temps rouler!”
Feeling a little more eclectic? Check out The Blue Nile, where the music is as diverse as our beloved New Orleans culture. This joint’s been serving live funk, blues, soul, and brass longer than I can remember. You might catch a local legend or an international superstar all in the same night. And while you’re sippin’ on your cocktail and vibing to the tunes, remember — you’re less than five minutes from our cozy, affordable rooms. Convenience, darling!
Frenchmen Street Live Music Pub Crawls
And if you’re looking to take it up another notch (because of course you are, queen), the Frenchmen Street Live Music Pub Crawls are happening every Saturday night in September. Starting at either 7:00 PM or 10:00 PM, these crawls are an unforgettable journey through live music, jazz history, cocktails, nightlife, and dancing. Grab your squad, put on those dancing shoes, and get ready for a night full of memories (and maybe a few regrettable dance moves — but no judgment here!).
Treat Yourself, Darling
September is shaping up to be the perfect time for a well-deserved staycation. With the parades, the food, the music, and the deals we’ve got going on at the Historic Mardi Gras Inn, you’d be crazy not to book a room and bask in the magic that is New Orleans in the fall. We’ve created a safe, accepting environment where everyone can feel free to be themselves, relax, and have a damn good time — no questions asked, just love and respect for all. For more information on accommodations please phone us directly at (504)949-5815 or 1(800)209-9408. You can also visit us at historicmardigrasinn.com.
So, don’t wait! Book your room today, strut on over, and let’s make September sizzle like never before. You deserve it, baby! Stay proud, stay fabulous, and stay with us at the Historic Mardi Gras Inn!