Best EDM Events This Weekend in New Orleans | November 5 To 8
BEST EDM EVENTS THIS WEEKEND IN NEW ORLEANS NOVEMBER 5 TO 8
Pretty Lights takes over New Orleans for a three-night run, bringing a wave of afterparties, underground DJ sets, and late-night dance floors to an already packed weekend.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5
In the House: Open Decks Showcase | The Rabbit Hole
When: Thursday, 5 November, 2026 at 10:00 PM ’til 2:00 AM
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: Not specified
Pure Intentions presents a house music open decks showcase featuring Space Disco, Jisco, SRRMN, Power Breaker, Toiro, and DJ Kidd. DJs can DM the organizers to claim a 20-minute slot.
When: Thursday, 5 November, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Tickets: FREE
Age Restrictions: All Ages
SHIVE CAVE brings gamer vibes and nostalgic fun to Sea Cave for a free Thursday night hangout. Enjoy free gaming, giveaways, and a 420-friendly, BYOB atmosphere at 3000 St. Claude Avenue.
When: Thursday, 5 November, 2026 at 11:00 PM ’til Late
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: 21+
Derraj & Friends takes over The Saint for a free Thursday night of multi-genre DJ sets and late-night grooves. Expect an eclectic mix of sounds keeping the dance floor moving until morning.
When: Thursday, 5 November, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Tickets: Not specified
Age Restrictions: Not specified
DJ Eclipzia takes over Poor Boys Bar for a night of emo, witch house, and EDM. Expect dark electronic sounds and alternative nightlife vibes at this Thursday night event.
Machinedrum & Sam Binga | 525 Frenchmen Street
When: Saturday, 5 December, 2026 at 8:00 PM ’til 5:00 AM
Tickets: $16.94
Age Restrictions: Not specified
Lacuna Productions brings Machinedrum and Sam Binga to New Orleans for a night of bass-heavy electronic music, breakbeats, and experimental sounds.
DJSON | The Beach on Bourbon Street
When: Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 8:00 PM ’til 2:00 AM
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: 21+
DJSON kicks off the weekend early at The Beach with a high-energy mix of house, hip-hop, and dance remixes built for Bourbon Street chaos. Neon lights, packed balconies, and nonstop transitions keep the floor moving from start to late.
Tainted Love: 80’s Night | Hi-Ho Lounge
When: Thursday, 5 November, 2026 at 9:00 PM ’til Late
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: Not specified
DJ Shane Love brings 80’s Night to Hi-Ho Lounge with classic hits, deep cuts on vinyl, lasers, and retro visuals for a nostalgic Thursday night dance party.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6
Pretty Lights: Soundship Space Bus Tour | The Fillmore New Orleans
When: Friday, 6 November, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Tickets: Three (3) Day Standard Ticket: $325.50
Age Restrictions: All Ages
Pretty Lights kicks off the Soundship Space Bus Tour’s three-night New Orleans run at The Fillmore, blending soulful samples, hip-hop influences, and live electronic improvisation. The opening night delivers an immersive audiovisual experience featuring Pretty Lights’ signature genre-bending sound.
Credit One Bank Tip Off College Tour with Shaquille O’Neal | Fred’s Bar
When: Friday, 6 November, 2026 | Doors: 3:00 PM | Event: 4:00–6:00 PM
Tickets: FREE (STUDENTS ONLY)
Age Restrictions: Students Only
Credit One Bank brings its Tip Off College Tour to Fred’s Bar, hosted by Shaquille O’Neal with a live DJ Diesel performance and special guest School of Hardknockz. The student-exclusive event features credit education, interactive games, giveaways, and an afternoon of entertainment.
𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘁𝘁𝘆 𝗟𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗔𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆 (𝗨𝗻𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹) 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘇𝘆 | 𝗔𝗥𝗢𝗥𝗔
𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻: Friday, November 6, 2026 at 10:00 PM ’til 4:00 AM
𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀: GA – Tier 1: $27.05 | GA – Tier 2: $33.26
𝗔𝗴𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: 18+
parkbreezy takes over ARORA for an unofficial Pretty Lights afterparty, bringing a soulful blend of hip-hop, R&B, jazz, and electronic music to New Orleans. Expect atmospheric melodies, syncopated percussion, and bass-driven grooves in an intimate late-night setting.
The Late Night Show: Pretty Lights After Party | The Rabbit Hole
When: Friday, 6 November, 2026 at 10:00 PM ’til 4:00 AM
Tickets: Advanced Purchase GA: $11.99 | General Admission dos: $17.49
Age Restrictions: 18+
Keep the Pretty Lights energy going at The Rabbit Hole with Neonautica, Twotone Marigold, Eliot from Earth, and Flavia. Expect a psychedelic journey through house, electronic, funk, and bass music with late-night grooves and underground dance floor energy.
Nite Sesh: Joshpitality Takeover | Gasa Gasa
When: Friday, 6 November, 2026 at 11:00 PM ’til Late
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: Not specified
Nite Sesh brings the Joshpitality Takeover to Gasa Gasa with Maximo, Tchoupo, Zevyman, and more for a late-night dance party.
When: Friday, 6 November, 2026 at 10:00 PM ’til Late
Tickets: DOOR: $10
Age Restrictions: 21+
ShapeShifter closes out 2026 at Hi-Ho Lounge with Brad D, Christoph Free, and Tristan Dufrene. Expect a night of house music, infectious grooves, and dance floor energy.
When: Friday, 6 November, 2026 at 11:00 PM ’til Late
Tickets: DOOR: $10
Age Restrictions: Not specified
NOLA DnB presents Jungle Punch! featuring Interesting Results, Charybdis, and Alex Doscious with custom visuals. Catch the drum and bass party every first Friday at The Crypt.
When: Friday, 6 November, 2026 at 10:00 PM ’til 3:00 AM
Tickets: Not specified
Age Restrictions: Not specified
¡PERREITO! returns to Bud Rip’s with Jamil and special guest Maximo for a night of reggaeton, guaracha, dembow, and baile funk.
Sweat. with P. Filthy | R Bar
When: Friday, 6 November, 2026 at 9:00 PM ’til Late
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: 21+
P. Filthy takes over R Bar for an all-night edition of Sweat., bringing dance floor energy and nonstop grooves to Friday night.
Resurrection Goth Night | Santos Bar
When: Friday, 6 November, 2026 | Time Not Specified
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: Not specified
Resurrection Goth Night takes over both floors of Santos Bar with DJs Mange, EveHill, and Kacey Chaos for a night of dark alternative music and gothic dance floor energy.
When: Friday, 6 November, 2026 at 11:30 PM ’til 2:30 AM
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: Not specified
Jake Ryan returns to The Library for a late-night DJ set to kick off November. Catch the music at 3629 Prytania Street with no cover charge.
Now That’s What I Call Queer | Capt. Mary’s Pub
When: Friday, 6 November, 2026 at 8:00 PM ’til 12:00 AM
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: 21+
Now That’s What I Call Queer brings a queer dance party to Capt. Mary’s Pub featuring Chicago-based DJs Kxboges and DJ Lecks. Expect a night of dancing, music, and birthday celebrations for Kxboges.
Gimme A Reason ft. Tam Tam, BTTSXX & Bouffant Bouffant | Poor Boys Bar
When: Friday, 6 November, 2026 at 11:00 PM ’til Late
Tickets: $10 Before Midnight | $15 After Midnight
Age Restrictions: Not specified
Gimme A Reason welcomes Tam Tam, Chattanooga-based duo BTTSXX, and Bouffant Bouffant to Poor Boys Bar for a late-night dance party.
DJSON | The Beach on Bourbon Street
When: Friday, November 6, 2026 at 8:00 PM ’til 2:00 AM
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: 21+
DJSON kicks off the weekend early at The Beach with a high-energy mix of house, hip-hop, and dance remixes built for Bourbon Street chaos. Neon lights, packed balconies, and nonstop transitions keep the floor moving from start to late.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7
Pretty Lights: Soundship Space Bus Tour | The Fillmore New Orleans
When: Saturday, 7 November, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Tickets: Three (3) Day Standard Ticket: $325.50
Age Restrictions: All Ages
Pretty Lights returns to The Fillmore New Orleans for the second night of the Soundship Space Bus Tour. Expect an evolving live performance combining electronic production, soulful grooves, and improvisational soundscapes with immersive visuals.
𝗟𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗥𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗼: 𝗔𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 | 𝗔𝗥𝗢𝗥𝗔
𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻: Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 10:00 PM ’til 4:00 AM
𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀: GA – Tier 2: $27.05
𝗔𝗴𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: 18+
Late Night Radio brings After the Lights to ARORA for a late-night journey through soulful electronic music, hip-hop beats, and bass-driven grooves. The Colorado-based producer blends classic soul and third coast hip-hop influences into an eclectic sound designed for an immersive dance floor experience.
brackish. presents: The Afters w/ Flintwick | BG’s Lounge at The Fillmore
When: Saturday, 7 November, 2026 | Time Not Specified
Tickets: Starting at $31.05
Age Restrictions: 21+
brackish. presents The Afters featuring Flintwick, Geiger, Rillo, and Lost In Trance at BG’s Lounge inside The Fillmore New Orleans for an unofficial Pretty Lights afterparty.
Back to The Front: Fundraising Show | The Front
When: Saturday, 7 November, 2026 at 6:00 PM ’til 11:00 PM
Tickets: Fundraiser Ticket: $100 | Reduced Admission: $30
Age Restrictions: Not specified
The Front celebrates its artistic community with a fundraising exhibition, live music by Nondi, and DJ sets from Heelturn and DJ Q. Tickets include complimentary food and an open bar, with artwork giveaways and a live auction supporting the collective’s future.
Après Ski with Sunday Scaries | The Rabbit Hole
When: Saturday, 7 November, 2026 at 3:00 PM ’til 10:00 PM
Tickets: Early Bird GA: $17.49 | Advanced Purchase GA: $22.99 | General Admission dos: $33.99
Age Restrictions: 18+
Pure Intentions presents Après Ski with Sunday Scaries at The Rabbit Hole, featuring fake snow, shot luges, and après-ski outfits. Sunday Scaries headlines with support from Dr. Romance & friends for an afternoon of electronic music and winter-themed festivities.
The After Party: Dr. Romance & Friends | The Rabbit Hole
When: Saturday, 7 November, 2026 at 10:00 PM ’til 4:00 AM
Tickets: Advanced Purchase GA: $17.49 | General Admission DOS: $20.79
Age Restrictions: Not specified
Pure Intentions presents the official Sunday Scaries Après Ski After Party with Dr. Romance & Friends at The Rabbit Hole. Expect house music and nonstop dancing until 4 AM.
When: Saturday, 7 November, 2026 at 11:30 PM ’til 3:00 AM
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: Not specified
Jake Ryan takes over Gasa Gasa for a late-night dance party alongside fellow DJs, bringing high-energy grooves to the dance floor.
Punchis Punchis Banda Rave | Republic NOLA
When: Saturday, 7 November, 2026 at 10:00 PM ’til 3:00 AM
Tickets: GA Early Discount: $25.97 | GA Tier 1: $32.16 | GA Tier 2: $37.33 | GA Tier 3: $47.65
Age Restrictions: 18+
Punchis Punchis Banda Rave brings a high-energy fusion of regional Mexican banda music and EDM to Republic NOLA, blending live brass, tuba, and tambora with electronic beats.
Say Yes to the Scorp Sw Love | Choreanna’s Boys
When: Saturday, 7 November, 2026 at 10:00 PM ’til 1:00 AM
Tickets: Not specified
Age Restrictions: 21+
Choreanna’s Boys hosts a special edition of Say Yes to the Scorp Sw Love, bringing late-night dance floor vibes to Saturday night.
Kryptik: Goth / Industrial / Synth ft. Vick Vapors & Holy Water | The Crypt
When: Saturday, 7 November, 2026 at 9:00 PM ’til 4:00 AM
Tickets: Early Bird: $19.64 | General Admission: $25.50
Age Restrictions: Not specified
Kryptik brings Vick Vapors and Holy Water to The Crypt for a night of darkwave, industrial, goth, and synth music, with DJ sets by Destryur and Splinterpicks.
The Midnight Assembly Presents: Shekdash | Poor Boys Bar
When: Saturday, 7 November, 2026 at 10:00 PM ’til 5:00 AM
Tickets: Pre-Sale: $11.99
Age Restrictions: Not specified
The Midnight Assembly brings Shekdash to Poor Boys Bar for a night of high-energy Black techno, celebrating the culture and reclaiming the dance floor.
Duffrey, Wake An Blake, Rohan Solo, Father Figure & Two-Tone Merigold | 525 Frenchmen Street
When: Saturday, 7 November, 2026 at 11:58 PM ’til 5:00 AM
Tickets: Starting at $22.09 (Fees & Taxes Included)
Age Restrictions: Not specified
Lacuna Productions presents a late-night electronic music showcase featuring Duffrey, Wake An Blake, Rohan Solo, Father Figure, and Two-Tone Merigold at 525 Frenchmen Street.
New Orleans Neon Art Museum: Fall Opening | New Orleans Neon Art Museum
When: Saturday, 7 November, 2026 at 7:00 PM ’til 10:00 PM
Tickets: FREE
Age Restrictions: All Ages
The New Orleans Neon Art Museum celebrates its fall opening with illuminated artwork and a DJ set by Eugene Oubliette at 1521 St. Ferdinand Street.
Recess Rave | The Fred Hampton Free Store
When: Saturday, 7 November, 2026 at 10:00 PM ’til 3:30 AM
Tickets: $15
Age Restrictions: 18+
PlayStyle presents Recess Rave with NVMCONN!E, WatTheEllie, Dissociator, Phoenix Phantasma, and FΛBLE, featuring techno, gabber, breakcore, and more. Enjoy interactive games, vendors, and a clown performance.
The Underground: Warehouse Rave | Magnolia BMX
When: Saturday, 7 November, 2026 | Doors: 5:00 PM | Music: 7:00–11:00 PM
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: Not specified
The Underground brings a mini EDM festival to Lafayette featuring Toro, Muggy, Bayleaf, MC1R, and Bash. Expect live DJs, local vendors, and a gaming area at Magnolia BMX.
DJSON | The Beach on Bourbon Street
When: Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 8:00 PM ’til 2:00 AM
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: 21+
DJSON kicks off the weekend early at The Beach with a high-energy mix of house, hip-hop, and dance remixes built for Bourbon Street chaos. Neon lights, packed balconies, and nonstop transitions keep the floor moving from start to late.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8
Pretty Lights: Soundship Space Bus Tour | The Fillmore New Orleans
When: Sunday, 8 November, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Tickets: Three (3) Day Standard Ticket: $325.50
Age Restrictions: All Ages
Pretty Lights closes out the Soundship Space Bus Tour’s three-night New Orleans stop with a final performance at The Fillmore. The Sunday finale brings together live electronic improvisation, hip-hop-inspired rhythms, and an immersive audiovisual production
DJSON | The Beach on Bourbon Street
When: Sunday, November 8, 2026 at 8:00 PM ’til 2:00 AM
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: 21+
DJSON closes out the weekend with a mix of house, hip-hop, and dance edits that keep Bourbon Street active into the late hours. It’s a come-as-you-are kind of night with steady energy, familiar sounds, and a crowd still ready to move.
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