Best EDM Events This Weekend in New Orleans | June 11 to 14
BEST EDM EVENTS THIS WEEKEND IN NEW ORLEANS JUNE 11 TO 14
Mid-June is bringing Pride Weekend takeovers, goth dance floors, hyperpop chaos, queer afters, and underground late-night energy all across New Orleans. Here’s where the rave fam is clocking in this week.
THURSDAY, JUNE 11
Shive Cave: Shive Birthday Edition | Sea Cave
When: Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 8:00 PM ’til 1:00 AM
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: All Ages
Shive Cave returns to Sea Cave for a special birthday edition celebrating Shive with gamer vibez, nostalgic energy, giveaways, and a community-centered hangout space. Expect free gaming, inner child chaos, 420-friendly energy, BYOB vibes, and a colorful mix of music, arcade culture, and late-night birthday celebration energy in the heart of St. Claude.
Alexandra Agrees with Derraj | The Saint
When: Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 11 PM ’til late
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: 21+
Alexandra Agrees heads to The Saint for a late-night Thursday session alongside support from Derraj. Expect hypnotic club energy, deep grooves, and intimate dancefloor vibes inside one of New Orleans’ most beloved underground nightlife spots, with Baby Voodoo behind the bar serving drinks all night long.
Tainted Love: Dark Mode | Santos Bar
When: Thursday, 11 June, 2026 at 9:00 PM ’til late
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: 21+
Tainted Love: Dark Mode returns to Santos Bar with a night of dark and synthy 80s music played entirely on vinyl by DJ Shane Love. Expect goth classics, new wave favorites, synth-pop gems, deep cuts, and vintage visuals in one of Lower Decatur’s longest-running alternative dance nights. Come early, stay late, and help support the Lower Decatur nightlife community.
All Genres All Night with DJ KK | Covington Beer Garden
When: Friday, June 12, 2026 at 9:30 PM ’til 1:30 AM
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: 21+
DJ KK takes over Covington Beer Garden for an open-format night packed with high-energy dance music across multiple genres. Expect a late-night mix of crowd favorites, club edits, bass-heavy moments, and party energy perfect for kicking off the weekend on the Northshore.
DJSON | The Beach on Bourbon Street
When: Thursday, June 11, 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.
Local Bass Takeover: M3OWM1X & Sickem | Monkey Hill
When: Thursday, 11 June, 2026 at 10:00 PM ’til late
Tickets: General Admission: Available via ticket link in bio
Age Restrictions: 21+
Local Bass Takeover continues with a night of heavy bass music featuring M3OWM1X and Sickem at Monkey Hill. Part of a month-long showcase highlighting local DJs, this edition brings high-energy selections, underground sounds, and a community-focused dancefloor atmosphere. Expect deep bass, good vibes, and a celebration of New Orleans’ local talent.
FRIDAY, JUNE 12
Hercules and Love Affair (DJ Set) | The Rabbit Hole
When: Friday, 12 June, 2026 at 10:00 PM ’til 3:00 AM
Tickets: PRE-SALE: $24.20 | ADVANCED GA: $30.25.
Age Restrictions: 21+
Hercules and Love Affair brings a DJ set to The Rabbit Hole for a late-night session rooted in house, nu-disco, and dancefloor release. Expect deep grooves, soulful club energy, and a sanctuary-style atmosphere built for dancers, dreamers, and late-night believers.
Big Gigantic: 360 House Party Tour | Republic NOLA
When: Friday, 12 June, 2026 at 10:00 PM ’til 3:00 AM
Tickets: General Admission: $33.26 | VIP: $66.91.
Age Restrictions: 18+
Big Gigantic brings their 360 House Party Tour to Republic NOLA for a night of genre-blending electronic music, live instrumentation, and festival-sized energy. Known for combining funk, jazz, hip-hop, bass music, and soaring saxophone performances, the duo delivers a dynamic live show built for both longtime fans and dancefloor newcomers. Expect high-energy production, infectious grooves, and a crowd ready to party deep into the night.
NOLA Pride Mega Rave | The Metropolitan Nightclub
When: Friday, 12 June, 2026 at 9:30 PM ’til late
Tickets: Tickets available online.
Age Restrictions: 21+
NOLA Pride Mega Rave takes over The Metropolitan Nightclub during Pride Weekend with a high-energy night of dance music, community, and celebration. Featuring GSP alongside local and regional talent, the event blends club anthems, house music, and festival-style production in support of Project Lazarus. Expect a packed dancefloor, Pride energy, and late-night vibes in one of New Orleans’ premier nightlife venues.
Kryptik | The Crypt
When: Friday, June 12, 2026 at 10 PM ’til late
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: 21+
Kryptik returns to The Crypt for another night of goth, industrial, and synth-driven darkness in New Orleans. Featuring DJ sets from Evil Rudy and Destryur, expect heavy darkwave energy, underground club sounds, and a late-night dancefloor built for the city’s goth and industrial scene.
DJSON | The Beach on Bourbon Street
When: Friday, June 12, 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.
NO VACANCY: Ladies Night | No Vacancy After Dark
When: Friday, June 12, 2026 at 5 PM ’til late
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: 21+
No Vacancy After Dark hosts a Ladies Night takeover with music from DJ Hunno, bringing smooth late-night energy, cocktails, and party vibes to Saint Bernard Highway. Expect red lights, dancefloor favorites, and a stylish nightlife atmosphere built for a Friday night out with the girls.
Churchwiig and Vanitypl8 Pride Night | Domino Lounge
When: Friday, June 12, 2026 at 10 PM ’til late
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: 21+
Churchwiig and Vanitypl8 take over Domino Lounge to kick off Pride weekend with an all-night queer dance party on St. Claude. Expect vinyl sets, high-energy club music, sweaty dancefloor moments, and late-night queer joy as Churchwiig opens the night before Vanitypl8 spins into the early morning hours.
Eclipzia 27th Birthday Party | Siberia
When: Friday, June 12, 2026 at 9 PM ’til late
Tickets: General Admission: $10 cover.
Age Restrictions: 21+
Eclipzia celebrates their 27th birthday party at Siberia with a night of witch house, dark wave, and emo-inspired sounds. Featuring music by Sailem plus a special live performance, expect heavy dark energy, underground club vibes, distorted basslines, and late-night dancing inside one of New Orleans’ favorite alternative venues.
Kitty’s Rave | ARORA NOLA
When: Friday, 12 June, 2026 at 10:00 PM ’til 2:00 AM
Tickets: General Admission: $26.90.
Age Restrictions: 18+
Kitty’s Rave returns to ARORA NOLA with a themed dance party celebrating all things cute, nostalgic, and high-energy. Expect 2000s house, pop remixes, EDM, techno, interactive experiences, and a crowd dressed in Kitty-inspired fits. Whether you’re there for the throwback anthems or the rave atmosphere, this late-night party blends internet nostalgia with dancefloor energy.
Double or Nothing: Last Call | Poor Boys Bar
When: Friday, 12 June, 2026 at 11:00 PM ’til late
Tickets: General Admission: $10 | Geminis: $5
Age Restrictions: 21+
Double or Nothing: Last Call brings a late-night Gemini season celebration to Poor Boys Bar with music from DJ Shan Li, FTK, Pillowtalk, DJ Jess, Mikey Offline, and Kvng Fred. Expect an energetic mix of club hits, nostalgic favorites, and dancefloor-ready selections designed for Geminis and everyone ready to party into the early morning hours.
FWM Friday | The Saint
When: Friday, 12 June, 2026 at 11:00 PM ’til 7:00 AM
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: 21+
FWM Friday returns for an all-night celebration of underground bass music and late-night community vibes. The lineup features Hunno, Tabrune, Staylow, Esper as the special guest opener, RTS XX, and DJSON, with Paco taking over for the sunrise session from 5 AM–7 AM. Expect deep selections, heavy energy, and a dancefloor that keeps moving until morning.
High Gloss: Corporate Pride! | Santos Bar
When: Friday, 12 June, 2026 at Midnight-ish ’til late
Tickets: Free entry
Age Restrictions: 21+
Kick off Pride Weekend at Santos with High Gloss: Corporate Pride! Stay after the show as Sunshine Edae takes over the dancefloor with a late-night set packed with dance music, camp energy, and colorful vibes. Come celebrate, dance, and start your Pride weekend surrounded by community in a welcoming space for all breeds and creeds.
Groove Theory: A Black Music Celebration | The O Bar
When: Friday, 12 June, 2026 at 9 pm ’til 2 am
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: 21+
Celebrate Black Music Month with another edition of Groove Theory at The O Bar. DJ Rakimbeau is joined by Hoodbabyblue and Summer Indigo for a night of groove-driven sounds, dancing, and community. Expect great music, good energy, and food and drinks available all night long.
For The Kulture x Primetime | Blue Nile
When: Friday, 12 June, 2026 at 10 pm ’til late
Tickets: Free entry
Age Restrictions: 21+
For The Kulture returns to Frenchmen Street with a special Primetime takeover at Blue Nile. DJ FTK504 and Legatron Prime bring high-energy dance music, community vibes, and a reunion-inspired night celebrating New Orleans nightlife culture. Expect a packed dancefloor, familiar faces, and music flowing late into the night.
SATURDAY, JUNE 13
SUNSET SESSIONS: Maidstone New Orleans 003 | The Maidstone New Orleans
When: Saturday, 13 June, 2026 at 12:00 PM ’til 10:00 PM
Tickets: General Admission: $28.52.
Age Restrictions: 21+
SUNSET SESSIONS returns to The Maidstone New Orleans for a full day of poolside house music, dancing, and community vibes. Curated by Modapit and featuring Velmar, Goofy, Sunnie, Tchoupo, Adaway, Holly Jean, Klitz, and RipTrippin, the event blends daytime grooves with sunset energy. Expect DJs, live art, fashion, local food vendors, cocktails, and a laid-back atmosphere built for dancing, swimming, and soaking up the summer.
GRRL: Pride | Toulouse Theatre
When: Saturday, 13 June, 2026 at 8:00 PM ’til late
Tickets: General Admission: $17.85 | VIP: $28.52
Age Restrictions: 21+
GRRL: Pride returns to Toulouse Theatre for a Pride Weekend after-parade celebration centered on queer joy, community, and dancefloor energy. Hosted by GRRLSPOT, the event brings together an inclusive crowd for a night of music, connection, and unapologetic self-expression. Expect high-energy sets, Pride anthems, and a packed dancefloor celebrating New Orleans’ LGBTQ+ community.
Summoning of the Heauxs: The Safari | Santos Bar
When: Saturday, 13 June, 2026 at 11:00 PM ’til 5:00 AM
Tickets: General Admission: $10
Age Restrictions: 21+
Summoning of the Heauxs returns with a safari-themed edition at Santos Bar, bringing together Otto808, Hetti, Murphi, Wayvz, Mer Grey, Dalorin, Staylow, Ziiin, and more for a night of bass-heavy dance music and wild late-night energy. Alongside the music, expect live painters, local vendors, a candy bracelet bar, animal-print fits, and open decks from 10–11 PM for aspiring DJs looking to showcase their skills.
Neon Indian (DJ Set) | ARORA NOLA
When: Saturday, 13 June, 2026 at 10:00 PM ’til late
Tickets: General Admission: $33.26.
Age Restrictions: 18+
Neon Indian brings a special DJ set to ARORA NOLA, blending indie dance, synth-pop, disco, electro, and late-night club sounds. Led by Alan Palomo, the project became one of chillwave’s defining acts before evolving into a polished, dancefloor-focused sound inspired by funk, new wave, Italo disco, and city pop. Expect a genre-spanning set packed with nostalgic grooves, deep cuts, and colorful electronic energy alongside support from Swerve on the Disco and Sonetto.
Mystic State | BG’s Lounge at The Fillmore
When: Saturday, 13 June, 2026 at 9:30 PM ’til late
Tickets: General Admission: $25.37 | General Admission Tier 2: $31.05
Age Restrictions: 18+
UK bass duo Mystic State makes their New Orleans debut at BG’s Lounge inside The Fillmore for a night of deep low-end pressure and forward-thinking underground sounds. Joining them are Tristan Dufrene (Liquid DnB Set), Kidd Love (Turntablist Set), Black Swan (140 Set), and Ìfé (UKG Set), showcasing some of the city’s strongest selectors across drum & bass, garage, bass music, and beyond. Expect a high-fidelity listening experience powered by Danley Sound Labs and curated by Brackish.
Mario Kart Live with CLOUDSAVE | The Rabbit Hole
When: Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM ’til 1:00 AM
Tickets: ADVANCED PURCHASE GA: $24.20 | GENERAL ADMISSION/DOS: $30.25
Age Restrictions: 21+
Mario Kart Live with CLOUDSAVE transforms The Rabbit Hole into a full-scale interactive gaming concert where the audience races Mario Kart 8 Deluxe while CLOUDSAVE performs the soundtrack live in real time. Expect chaotic energy, immersive visuals, and a one-of-a-kind crossover between live music and gaming culture.
The Dark Disco | The Crypt
When: Saturday, 13 June, 2026 at 10:00 PM ’til dawn
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: 21+
The Dark Disco returns to The Crypt for a late-night gathering of disco lovers, goth baddies, and creatures of the night. Featuring Otto808, Destryur, and Justin TC, expect a seductive blend of midnight disco, darkwave, romantic goth, house, and funk paired with hazy atmospheres, black lipstick, glitter, leather, and underground dancefloor energy that carries into the early morning hours.
No Pressure | Commons Club at Virgin Hotels New Orleans
When: Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 8 PM ’til late
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: 21+
RQ Away brings No Pressure back to the Shag Room inside Commons Club for another laid-back Saturday night filled with groove-driven DJ sets, cocktails, and social energy. Expect a smooth blend of West Coast-inspired house, R&B, hip hop, and easygoing lounge vibes in an intimate hotel nightlife setting designed for pulling up, eating, and vibing with friends.
Tame U Sum Straynge | Bud Rip’s
When: Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 9 PM ’til late
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: 21+
Tame U Sum Straynge takes over Bud Rip’s for an open-format night of dance floor oddities, underground cuts, nostalgic classics, and genre-blending selections. Expect eclectic late-night energy, laid-back bar vibes, and a soundtrack that moves between unexpected favorites and dance-heavy grooves all night long.
Prideful Pleasure | Gasa Gasa
When: Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 10 PM ’til late
Tickets: General Admission: $5 before 11 PM | $10 after.
Age Restrictions: 21+
Prideful Pleasure brings euphoric late-night energy to Gasa Gasa with DJ sets from Chinola, Raemoe, and Say Trell. Blending house, EDM, vogue, bounce, hip hop, and more, this Pride Weekend afters creates a judgment-free dancefloor centered around freedom, self-expression, queer joy, and nonstop movement deep into the night.
DJSON | The Beach on Bourbon Street
When: Saturday, June 13, 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.
The Doll House | Okay Bar
When: Saturday, 13 June, 2026 at 10:00 PM ’til 2:00 AM
Tickets: Early Bird: $13.76 | General Admission: $19.64 | VIP: $60.72
Age Restrictions: 21+
The Doll House is a Pride weekend T4T rave celebrating trans joy, community, and self-expression through music, performance, and nightlife. Featuring Connie, Cypriestess, Eddie Lockwood, Ariana Amour, Otto Von Blotto, Virginia SlimJim, and Flip It Pole Dancers, the night promises high-energy sets, immersive performances, and a welcoming space for dancing, connection, and celebration.
Human Music | Anna’s
When: Saturday, 13 June, 2026 at 9:00 PM ’til 1:00 AM
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: 21+
Elliot From Earth takes over Anna’s for an all-night Human Music session with no genre limits and no rules beyond good vibes. Expect a wide-ranging soundtrack spanning house, disco, funk, electronic, and unexpected gems curated for the dancefloor. Come spend the night at one of New Orleans’ favorite late-night spots and let the music take the lead.
Slug Club | Domino Lounge
When: Saturday, 13 June, 2026 at 9:00 PM ’til late
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: 21+
Slug Club returns to Domino Lounge with special guests Nice Rack and Nacreous Child for a night of eclectic selections and laid-back dancefloor energy. Expect an anything-goes soundtrack, community vibes, and plenty of room to settle in for the evening. Bring your friends, bring your dancing shoes, and stick around as the music rolls deep into the night.
WANNA K*SS?! : A Pride Party | Dew Drop Inn Hotel & Lounge
When: Saturday, 13 June, 2026 at 10:00 PM ’til 2:00 AM
Tickets: General Admission: $38.50
Age Restrictions: 21+
WANNA K*SS?! returns for a Pride celebration centered on queer joy, freedom, self-expression, and community. Expect DJ sets, dancing, food, drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere where LGBTQIA+ attendees and allies can connect, celebrate, and be unapologetically themselves. Pool access will be available, and prevention resources will be provided by Brotherhood Inc.
Goth Beach Party | Intracoastal Club
When: Saturday, 13 June, 2026 at 9:30 PM ’til late
Tickets: General Admission: $10
Age Restrictions: 18+
Trade black boots for beach vibes at Goth Beach Party, a playful night of darkwave, goth, and alternative sounds at Intracoastal Club. Featuring sets from Jade, X3-R0, and Foilsick, this event blends spooky aesthetics with summertime energy for a unique dancefloor experience by the water.
Heat Wave | Twelve Mile Limit
When: Saturday, 13 June, 2026 at 9 pm ’til 1 am
Tickets: Free entry
Age Restrictions: 21+
Beat the summertime blues at Heat Wave, a vinyl-focused night curated by DJ Ann Glaviano. Expect a selection of local, rare, and sentimental records spanning 1957–1974, creating a dancefloor rooted in deep cuts, nostalgia, and timeless grooves. No cover, just good records and good company.
WYD After the Pride Parade? | Poor Boys Bar
When: Saturday, 13 June, 2026 at 9 pm ’til 1:30 am
Tickets: $10
Age Restrictions: 21+
Keep the Pride celebrations going after the parade with a late-night dance party at Poor Boys Bar. DJ Rakimbeau and Darling soundtrack the night with an eclectic mix of dancefloor-ready selections, creating the perfect spot to keep the energy going after a full day of Pride festivities.
SUNDAY, JUNE 14
Lipstick Rooftop Day Party: One Year Anniversary | Virgin Hotels New Orleans Pool Club
When: Sunday, 14 June, 2026 at 2:00 PM ’til 7:00 PM
Tickets: General Admission: $10
Age Restrictions: 21+
Lipstick Rooftop Day Party celebrates its one-year anniversary with an afternoon of music, cocktails, dancing, and community at the Virgin Hotels New Orleans Pool Club. Soundtracked by DJ Sol, DJ ChiNola, and DJ Shan Li, the event brings together the girls, the gays, allies, and friends for a rooftop celebration filled with poolside vibes, social energy, and Pride Weekend festivities high above the city.
Oyster House | Nightbloom
When: Sunday, 14 June, 2026 at 8:00 PM ’til 12:00 AM
Tickets: FREE (NO COVER)
Age Restrictions: 21+
Kilobauud and Harry’s team up for Oyster House at Nightbloom, an evening of raw oysters, deep cuts, and laid-back Sunday night vibes. Expect a carefully curated soundtrack alongside fresh Gulf oysters and an intimate atmosphere perfect for easing into the week ahead.
DJSON | The Beach on Bourbon Street
When: Sunday, June 14, 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.
YAOI VS YURI RAVE | Siberia
When: Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 10 PM ’til 3 AM
Tickets: General Admission: $15.
Age Restrictions: 18+
YAOI VS YURI RAVE closes out Pride Weekend at Siberia with a stacked lineup featuring Tokidokihoe, Reverie, Henkai, Opjunkie, and Conn!e. Blending hardcore, techno, internet rave culture, and anime-inspired aesthetics, the night centers queer dancefloor energy in a protected LGBTQIA+ space built for self-expression, chaos, and late-night underground energy.
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