Aug 15, 2024 - Things to Do

610 Stomper tryouts, Krampus' snoball fight and more things to do

Carlie Kollath Wells

The 610 Stompers dance, mid-routine, in a photo during a parade. The dancers fill a wide avenue between crowds. — You can try out for the 610 Stompers, or just watch some glorious gents make their own attempts, this weekend. Photo: Taylor Hill/FilmMagic

We're getting a little Mardi Gras flavor this weekend in New Orleans with 610 Stomper tryouts, the Krewe of Krampus' annual snoball fight and a showdown between the Sassyracs and the Lucha Krewe.

Plus, COOLinary continues with deep restaurant discounts.

Between the lines: If you're looking to stay out of this miserable heat, we've got dozens of ideas that'll keep you indoors.

Check out WWOZ's Livewire for the live music calendar.

Thursday

🍴 COOLinary continues with meal deals at dozens of restaurants in metro New Orleans. It runs through Sept. 15. (Menus)

🎟️ It's also Museum Month. Members at any participating museum get free admission to others on the list all month. (Details)

🚃 See "A Streetcar Named Desire" at the Marigny Opera House through Aug. 24. (Tickets)

Friday

💋 Rivertown Theaters present the musical comedy "Pageant" through Sunday. (Tickets)

✨ Watch the Sassyracs face off against the Lucha Krewe in the Clash of Krewes Gameshow at Zony Mash. (Details)

Saturday

🕺🏼 610 Stomper auditions start at 8:30am. You can also pay to watch the tryouts for this popular dance krewe. (Details)

🍧 The Krewe of Krampus hosts its annual Barbegazi Snoball Fight at Madame Vic's. (Details)

🦁 Audubon Zoo admission is discounted in honor of President and CEO Ron Forman's retirement. Tickets are $19.72, and '70s-style clothes are encouraged. (Details)

🐝 Celebrate World Honeybee Day with free entry into Longue Vue Gardens. (Details)

🛼 Big Easy Roller Derby has a double-header at home. Afterparty is at Hi-Ho Lounge. (Schedule)

🤩 Pho Orchid in Metairie hosts drag bingo and a dinner buffet as a fundraiser for the Asian Pacific American Society. (Details)

Sunday

🛍️ Piety Market hosts its August event indoors at Hotel Peter & Paul. (Details)

Monday

🎨 The Ogden hosts adult summer camp this week with opportunities to deepen your artistic skills or explore new areas of expression. (Details)

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