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House of Blues
Located in the heart of the French Quarter, established in 1994, New Orleans' House of Blues offers a diverse array of music for every age. From its folk art ambiance to its Creole kitchen, this House of Blues offers you a delightful treat.
225 Decatur Street, (504) 310-4999
go to website: www.hob.com/neworleans

Snug Harbor
This is the most intimate Jazz venue in New Orleans. Combine the intimacy with an ever-changing line up of some of the best musicians in the world and you end up with an up-close and personal music experience that can not be matched anywhere else in the city. On almost ant night you are guaranteed to bear witness to the forefront of contemporary jazz in the making. Snug Harbor is separated into three distinct spaces: A cozy restaurant with candlelit tables; a warm, dark-wood bar area; and a performance club with close- quartered table seating on two levels.
626 Frenchman Street (504) 949-0696
go to website: www.snugjazz.com

Spotted Cat
This is a locals favorite for live music. This is a place you can go for late night canoodling or and otherwise intimate evening. What they play is usually fresh takes on classic big band music.
623 Frenchmen Street (504) 943-3887

One Eyed Jacks
Located in the French Quarter, this locals favorite has everything form burlesque shows to 80's night. Stand Up Nola Comedy acts can also be seen here.
615 Toulouse Street (504) 569-8361
go to website: www.oneeyedjacks.net

The Bombay Club
This club is the sort of place that many people dream of enjoying in New Orleans, but cannot seem to find. It's decadent but tasteful,delicious but not stuffy, and filled with great music but never deafening. The Bombay Club should be on every visitor's "must see list" in the Crescent City.
830 Conti Street, (504) 586-0972
go to website: www.thebombayclub.com

Pat O'Briens
Pat O'Briens is the place to experience truly unique entertainment. With six venues under one roof, you can really find what your heart desires. The Main Bar, Piano Bar, Patios, Courtyard Restaurant and a Bourbon Bar offer food, music and fun. Its the "Home of the Hurricane" drink.
718 St. Peter Street (504) 525-4823 or (800) 597-4823

Utopia
Whether you want to kick back in the courtyard and wallow in the blues or let your body move to soul, rhythm and blues sounds, you will be right at home here at Utopia. It's truly N'awlins!! Available for private parties.
227 Bourbon St., (504) 523-3800

Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville
Located next to the historic French Market, Margaritaville serves up a southern sized helping of good food & music all day everyday. Our menu includes an extensive selection of Gulf Coast, Carribean & Tex Mex offerings.
1104 Decatur at Ursulines (504) 529 2565

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The Howlin' Wolf
The Howlin' Wolf is a world-class music venue with the comfortable feel of a neighborhood pub. The Wolf's stage have been graced by some of the biggest names in local and national talent. Located two blocks from the convention center. Available for private parties.
828 S. Peters St. (504) 522-WOLF
go to website: www.howlin-wolf.com

Vic's Kangaroo Cafe
Located in the Historic Warehouse District. Vic's is an Australian neighborhood pub featuring down home cooking & live music. Conveniently located a short walk from the French Quarter & the Convention Center.
636 Tchoupitoulas St. (504) 524-G'DAY (4329)

Republic
Republic of New Orleans is a creative ad cultural center providing constantly evolving entertainment through music, fashion, film and the arts.
828 S. Peters

Whiskey Blue
Located in the W hotel, the hippest of the Big Easy's boutique accommodations, the LA style lounge is luminous blue and frequented by the young and pretty elite.
333 Poydras Street (504) 525-9444

Loft 523
This is unlike any New Orleans bar. The style and decor is mazing. The place is cozy and the DJ makes you want to move.
533 Gravier Street

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Tipitina's Uptown
Tipitinas was created in the 70s by local music enthusiasts, and quickly became home to dozens of New Orleans rhythm and blues artists.
501 Napoleon Avenue (504) 895-8477

Maple Leaf
It is the oldest and most beloved of New Orleans' music clubs with live bands 7 nights a week. The shot gun style building, along with side and back courtyards, can hold 500 people. Music styles include blues, funk, R&B, rock, zydeco, jazz, jam bands and any combo.
8316 Oak Street (504) 866-5323

Mid-City Bowling Lanes
Home of the Rock N' Bowl, this unique bowling alley features blues, R&B, zydeco, rock and more. Shows begin 9ish Wed-Sat, with hot "Swing Night" every Tuesday.
4133 S. Carrollton, (504) 482-3133

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