Super Bowl LIX: New Orleans parties and fan events

If you go: Super Bowl LIX will kick off at the newly-renovated Caesars Superdome on Feb. 9, 2025.

• Kendrick Lamar will be the halftime performer.

The intrigue: New Orleans, which has been preparing to host the Super Bowl for years, will be deep in the throes of Carnival.

• The season, which culminates with Mardi Gras on March 4, begins Jan. 6.
• Though there are no Mardi Gras parades during Super Bowl weekend, visitors will still see touches of the season throughout the city, like decorations of purple, green and gold, and the availability of king cake in local bakeries.

Here are all the public parties, TV tapings and major events we're tracking for Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans. Events are listed chronologically.

• ⭐️A star emoji indicates official NFL-sponsored events.
• 🆓 A "free" emoji indicates events with free general admission ticket options, though most also include paid options to guarantee access or upgrade to VIP experiences.

Starter x NFL Shop opens

• When and where: The shop opens at Saturday, Feb. 1, at 10 am at 333 Canal St.
• What: A place to score Super Bowl-exclusive merch from Starter x NFL Shop, including the Crown Royal x Starter NFL Super Bowl LIX satin jacket. See pictures.
• Admission: Free to shop.

⭐️ Super Bowl Opening Night

• When and where: Monday, Feb. 3 at Caesars Superdome.
• What: Celebrate the AFC and NFC champions as they arrive in New Orleans. It'll be the only public appearance for players and coaches before they play. Expect family-friendly activities and photo ops, too. Go deeper.
• Admission: Tickets are $20. Buy online.

⭐️ Super Bowl Experience

• When and where: Wednesday, Feb. 5, through Saturday, Feb. 8, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.
• What: An immersive football festival with current and former NFL player meet-and-greets, games, NFL FLAG clinics and displays and photo ops with the Lombardi Trophy and all 58 Super Bowl rings. There's also a 40-yard-dash where you can see how you size up against virtual NFL players. Go deeper.
• Admission: Tickets are $20. Kids 12 and under free.

⭐️ Super Bowl Soulful Celebration

• When and where: Wednesday, Feb. 5, at the Mahalia Jackson Theatre.
• You can also watch the program air on FOX on Feb. 8 at 7pm CT.
• What: The "NFL's only sanctioned inspirational concert." This year's theme is "Keep Going." Performers have not yet been announced. Website.
• Admission: Tickets start at $79.

Taping: "The Facility" on Fox

• When and where: Thursday, Feb. 6, at 8am, and Friday, Feb. 7, at 11am.
• What: Be part of the live audience for the Fox broadcast.
• Admission: Free, but tickets are required. Apply here. Must be 21+.

House of Verizon

• When and where: Thursday, Feb. 6, through Sunday, Feb. 9.
• What: Appearances by NFL athletes and other celebs, plus a personalized tote bag station, a vintage NFL gear shop from Swamp Rags, bowling challenges and other events.
• Admission: Free for Verizon customers. Details.

Taping: "First Things First" on Fox

• When and where: Thursday, Feb. 6, at 1pm, and Friday, Feb. 7, at 10am.

• What: Be part of the live audience for the Fox broadcast.
• Admission: Free, but tickets are required. Apply here. Must be 21+.

Taping: "Speak Now" on Fox

• When: Thursday, Feb. 6, at 3pm and Friday, Feb. 7, at noon.
• What: Be part of the live audience for the Fox Sports broadcast.
• Admission: Free, but tickets are required. Apply here. Must be 21+.

⭐️ NFL Honors

• When and where: Thursday, Feb. 6, at the Saenger Theatre.
• You can also watch the program air live at 8pm CT on FOX, the NFL Network and streaming on NFL+.
• What: A celebration of the league's best performances and achievements from the 2024 season. Plus, Snoop Dogg is hosting. Details.
• Admission: You generally have to be invited, but the production team is looking for seat fillers.

Playmakers Party

• When and where: Thursday, Feb. 6, at the Ohm Lounge
• What: A party hosted by Pro Football Hall of Famer Michael Irvin with a guest list that includes social media stars and models, a press release says.
• Admission: Tickets start at $88 on EventBrite.

Gin&Juice Party

• When and where: Thursday, Feb. 6, from 4pm to 8pm at the NOPSI.
• What: A rooftop party in partnership with Gin&Juice by Dre and Snoop.
• Admission: Tickets on EventBrite start at $40.

Chris Stapleton with Sirius XM

• When and Where: Thursday, Feb. 6, at 7:30pm at the Fillmore.
• What: A live performance for Sirius XM radio. A live broadcast begins at 9pm on Chris Stapleton Radio.
• Admission: Free with RSVP.

The Art of Whiskey Big Game Experience

• When and where: Thursday, Feb. 6, from 7pm to 11pm at MS Rau.
• What: A whiskey tasting with more than 100 spirits and confirmed celeb guests.
• Admission: Tickets start at $200.

Ditka & Jaws Cigars with the Stars

When and where: Thursday, Feb. 6, from 8pm to midnight at Generations Hall.

What: A cigar party and fundraiser with confirmed football celebs. Details.

Admission: Tickets are $500 on EventBrite.

⭐️ 🆓 Louisiana Culture Festival

• When and where: Friday, Feb. 7, and Saturday, Feb. 8, at the French Market.
• What: A cultural celebration of Louisiana's heritage, including demonstrations of Native American basket weaving, storytelling, and cooking and dance demonstrations, plus jazz and zydeco performances.
• Admission: Free.

Super Bowl Bowling Classic

• When and where: Friday, Feb. 7, at Bowlero in Kenner. Registration starts at 11am.
• What: Bowl alongside current or former NFL players to raise money for the NFL Foundation.
• Admission: $350 per bowler. Details.

🆓 TUMS freebies

• When and where: Friday, Feb. 7, from 11am to 4pm at Bourbon Heat.
• What: Free TUMS giveaways and games. Must be 21+ to enter the bar.

🆓 ⭐️ NFL Origins launch party

• When and where: Friday, Feb. 7, from 11am to 5pm at 266 Decatur St.
• What: Scope out the new NFL Origins merchandise, which was created by New Orleans artists for the NFL Shop. Go deeper.
• Admission: Free to shop, but RSVP in advance.

🆓 Pepsi NOLA Eats Fest

• When and where: Friday, Feb. 7, and Saturday, Feb. 8, from noon to 5pm, at Woldenberg Park on the Riverfront. The event also includes the Pepsi Super Bowl Boil on Friday between noon and 2pm.
• What: A food festival featuring bites from Morrow's, Zesty Creole, Joes' Italian Bistro, Willie Mae's NOLA, We Dat's Canal, Boswell's Jamaican Grill, Los Jefes Grill and Jay's Bar-B-Q. Plus, performances by Mannie Fresh. Friday's Super Bowl Boil, hosted by NFL star Andrew Whitworth, will include a competition between two restaurants.
• Admission: Free tickets are available online for Eats Fest and the boil competition.

Off the Field NFL Wives Association Fashion Show

• When and where: Friday, Feb. 7, from 1pm to 4pm, at Canal Place.
• What: A fashion show fundraiser. Details.
• Admission: Tickets start at $250 on EventBrite.

Taping: "The Edge with Micah Parsons"

• When: Friday, Feb. 7, at 3pm at The Howlin' Wolf.
• What: Be part of the live audience for the Max broadcast.
• Admission: Free, but tickets are required. Apply here. Must be 18+.

Celebrity SuperSlam

• When: Friday, Feb. 7, from 6pm to 9pm at the XULA Convocation Center.
• What: Athletes, celebs and reality stars play a fundraiser basketball game.
• Admission: Tickets start at $45.

🆓 Travis Scott at The One Party by Uber

• When and where: Friday, Feb. 7, at 6:30pm, at Second Line Stages.
• What: A party with a performance by Travis Scott and special guests, plus bites from local Uber Eats restaurants.
• Admission: Free, if you're an Uber One member, which costs $9.99/month to join.

🆓 Bud Light Backyard presents Post Malone

• When and where: Friday, Feb. 7 at 8pm at the Fillmore.
• What: A concert for people age 21 and older.
• Admission: Free, if you win tickets from Bud Light. See this Instagram post for details.

Shaq's Fun House

• When and where: Friday, Feb. 7, at 9pm, at Mardi Gras World.
• What: A giant party with carnival rides, circus performers and games, music performances and appearances by Shaq , John Summit and Ludacris. Tickets also include a six-hour open bar.
• Admission: Tickets start at $299.99.

GloRilla, 50 Cent and Latto

• When and where: Friday, Feb. 7 at 10pm at Empire Events.
• What: Larry Morrow hosts a party with star-studded entertainment at his venue at 2222 Poydras St.
• Admission: Tickets start at $200.

UnKommon Events Pre-Game Party

• When and where: Friday, Feb. 7, from 9pm to 4am at Generations Hall.
• What: A party featuring a performance by Diplo.
• Admission: Tickets start at $62 on EventBrite.

Kaskade show

• When and where: Friday, Feb. 7, at the Ohm Lounge.
• What: An intimate show with a big-name EDM performer. Kaskade was the first DJ to perform in-game during the Super Bowl halftime show in 2024.
• Admission: Tickets start at $69.95.

Super Bowl Breakfast

• When and where: Saturday, Feb. 8, from 8am to 10am at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.
• What: A football star-studded breakfast and the presentation of the Bart Starr Award.
• Admission: Tickets can be purchased by contacting organizers. Details.

⭐️ 🆓 Super Bowl Host Committee Parade

• When and where: 10am on Saturday, Feb. 8, from the quarter of Esplanade Avenue at Decatur Street, through the French Quarter, down Decatur to Poydras Street and conclude on St. Charles Avenue in the Warehouse District.

• It'll also be streamed on NOLA.com and air on WDSU.
• What: A Mardi Gras-style parade featuring Super Bowl-themed floats from NFL partners, local dance groups, high school and college marching bands, and NFL-inspired throws.
• Admission: Free.

Abercrombie & Fitch House

• When and where: Saturday, Feb. 8, from 10am to 6pm at The Chicory.
• What: Shop Abercrombie merchandise for Super Bowl LIX, including for the Philadelphia Eagles, New Orleans Saints and Kansas City Chiefs. The shop will also have an embroidery station and meet-and-greets with NFL stars.
• Admission: Free to shop.

HBCU Endzone Celebrity Super Bowling Tournament

• When and where: Saturday, Feb. 8, from noon to 4pm at Rock n' Bowl.
• What: Bowl with celebrity guest players and raise money for HBCU Endzone.
• Admission: Tickets start at $150.

Smirnoff's Longest Tailgate

• When and where: Saturday, Feb. 8, from 1pm to 6pm at 201 Canal St.
• What: A party hosted by NFL players Vernon Davis, Warrick Dunn and Chris Long, plus food, drinks and a 60-foot-long truck.
• Admission: Free with RSVP. Must be 21+.

🆓 Complex Family Style Food Fest

• When and where: Saturday, Feb. 8, from 3pm to 8pm at StudioBe.
• What: Artist Brandan "BMIKE" Odums hosts an event with a stacked lineup of local chefs, including from restaurants like Commander's Palace, Li'l Dizzy's Cafe, Cane & Table, Mister Mao, Chicken's Kitchen, Dooky Chase's Restaurant, Acamaya, Hot Stuff, Ms. Linda The Yakamein Lady, and Turkey and the Wolf. Plus, online gaming brand Monkey Tilt is giving away $1 million, and there will be a custom hat station, New Era merch to shop and music from Mannie Fresh and a surprise guest.
• Admission: Free, including food and drinks, with RSVP.

🆓 Playmaker Pod Party

• When and where: Saturday, Feb. 8, from noon to 3pm at 1223 Baronne St.
• What: A Playmaker event and live podcast recording with Shaq, Marshawn Lynch and other surprise podcast hosts and guests.
• Admission: Free, with paid options that include guaranteed seating. Details.

⭐️ Taste of the NFL

• When and where: Saturday, Feb. 8, from 4-7pm CT at the National World War II Museum.
• What: A philanthropic culinary event featuring "top chefs, NFL greats" and additional entertainment, a press release says. Proceeds benefit "GENYOUth's commitment to End Student Hunger to help increase equitable access to and participation in school meals among at-risk children in New Orleans and throughout the U.S."
• The event will be hosted by Andrew Zimmern, Carla Hall, Tim Love, Lasheeda Perry and Mark Bucher, and feature another 25 chefs, including some from New Orleans.
• Admission: $750 each. Buy online.

🆓 T-Pain on Bourbon Street

• When and where: Saturday, Feb. 8, at 226 Bourbon St.
• What: Captain Morgan is rebranding Bourbon Street as Rum Street for the Super Bowl. The festivities include exclusive merch from KidSuper, $10 vouchers toward rum cocktails at Bourbon Street bars, and a T-Pain show.
• Admission: Free with RSVP. Must be 21+.

Sports Illustrated's SI The Party

• When and where: Saturday, Feb. 8, at 10pm, at Mardi Gras World.
• What: Dom Dolla and Diplo headline this party alongside brand promotions by CELSIUS, Anheuser-Busch, Pepsi, Verizon, U.S. Polo Assn., St. James Iced Tea. Past attendees at the annual event have included Alex Rodriguez, Shaquille O'Neal, Justin and Hailey Bieber, Kim Kardashian, Miles Teller, Machine Gun Kelly, Kevin Hart, Jeff Bezos, and Leonardo Di Caprio according to a press release.
• Admission: Tickets start at $399 and include an open bar.

Maxim Super Bowl Party

• When and where: Saturday, Feb. 8, from 9p to 4am, at Generations Hall.
• What: A Saints and Sinners-themed party featuring Loud Luxury, Timbaland and others. Details.
• Admission: Tickets start at $180 and include an open bar.

Taping: Fox NFL Super Bowl LIX Pregame Show

• When and where: Sunday, Feb. 9, at 10:30 am on Bourbon Street.
• What: Be part of the live audience for the Fox Sports broadcast.
• Admission: Free, but tickets are required. Apply here. Must be 18+.

🆓 Guy Fieri's Flavortown Tailgate

• When and where: Sunday, Feb. 9, from noon to 5pm at Mardi Gras World.
• What: Food personality Guy Fieri set a record for the world's largest tailgate at the Super Bowl in Las Vegas last year. He hopes to beat that record in New Orleans with a big event featuring multiple brand experiences, appearances and performances by Diplo, Flavor Flav and Cowboy Mouth other special guests.
• Admission: Register for free tickets, or buy a ticket with guaranteed entry starting at $49.99. Details.

Players Tailgate

• When and where: Sunday, Feb. 9 at 1pm at 1540 Canal St.
• What: Dozens of current NFL players, celebs and guests pre-game with music from DJ Irie.
• Admission: Adult tickets start at $975.

⭐️ Post Malone YouTube Tailgate

• When and where: Sunday, Feb. 9 at 3pm outside the Caesars Superdome.
• What: The official pre-game tailgate will feature Post Malone.
• Admission: The show will stream live on the NFL's YouTube channel.

After-party with Lil Baby and friends

• When and where: Sunday, Feb. 9 at 10pm at Empire Events.
• What: Larry Morrow hosts a party with star-studded entertainment at his venue at 2222 Poydras St.
• Admission: Tickets start at $200.

Visitors' guide to New Orleans

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Editor's note: This story will be updated as more events are made public. Also, Victory Fan Fest with Cardi B was canceled, so that event has been removed.