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NOLA Pirate Gathering 2026
Four days of pirate partying await you!
Below you will find answers to some commonly asked questions regarding the NOLA Pirate Gathering. For any other inquiries not covered below, please reach out via our contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions
General Info
Event Info
WEAPONS POLICY
For everyone’s safety, please be mindful and respectful. Carelessness can cause injury to yourself or others.
Please follow the guidelines below:
• NO weapons or flasks are permitted aboard the Creole Queen Steamboat
• All bladed weapons must be fully sheathed and secured at all times
• If your blade is not properly sheathed, you may be asked to leave
• No real black powder guns
• All venues have different rules
• Some locations may deny entry with any type of weapon, even if it is part of your costume
• That being said, we should be fine at our scheduled venue stops
• Police enforcement may vary
• We cannot predict what street patrols will allow, so please be prepared
• Thank you for your cooperation and for helping keep the gathering safe
NOLA Pirate Gathering
While garb is not required for any event except the Pirate Ball, it is strongly encouraged. After all, part of the fun of being a pirate is looking the part! There are also many places in the Quarter and around the city to start your garb if you're new to pirating! Any of our local Crewe will be more than happy to help you get your 'fit sharp as a cutlass!
While there is street and pay lot parking available, there is no guarantee of either, nor is there any surety of safety from break in. Our recommendation is to rideshare, pedicab, or walk if you're close enough from your lodgings. Besides, who wants to go on a drunken scavenger hunt for their own vehicle late at night?
There are a large variety of options from Uber, Lyft and YellowCab to Pedi-Cab options! Most venues and events are within walking distance if you're staying within the French Quarter.
We highly recommend - Cajun Queen Tours, Rides & Limo - for transportation options. They are a reputable and reliable company with a variety of options from pedi-cabs all the way to limousines and excellent rates and availability. You can reach out to them directly at: (504) 912-2030
or find them online at www.cajunqueentours.com (www.cajunqueentours.com)
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