NOLA Pirate Gathering 2026

The NOLA Pirate Gathering 2026 will run from April 9th through April 12th

The NOLA Pirate Gathering is located in New Orleans, Louisiana and all of the various events take place throughout multiple locations in the French Quarter of New Orleans. You can see our events page for time and locations of all scheduled events.

Although local laws may allow for most weapons to be worn, many of the venues that we partner with for the event do not allow certain types of weapons and some allow none of any kind. The Creole Queen riverboat is a NO WEAPONS venue. For all else, the standing rule is no "real" weapons. Swords and bladed weapons must be foam, rubber, plastic or wood; flintlocks MUST NOT BE FUNCTIONAL! Non-firing replicas only! This is a hard/fast rule due to changes in policy for many of the bars and other venues within the quarter.

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 weather by its nature is unpredictable, South Louisiana is typically quite warm to downright HOT, (from 80 up to 100 degrees) so if your garb is on the heavier side, make sure you hydrate well!

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