Name: BLK INK Book Festival & Short Film Premiere
Start: 2026-06-20T11:00:00-05:00
Location: Pavilion of the Two Sisters

Pavilion of the Two Sisters

<h4>Experience the BLK INK Book Festival! The four-hour live event is a book expo comprised of 80+ local and regional authors showcasing over 100 books in all genres, including romance, sci-fi, women's literature, urban fiction, children's books, and more. In addition, enjoy panel discussions, music, storytelling in the garden, local author VIP exhibits, and the creative ambiance of New Orleans, Louisiana.   Saturday, June 20, 2026 11 AM - 3 PM  City Park - Pavilion of the Two Sisters 1 Victory Ave, New Orleans, LA 70124 FREE EVENT - EXHIBIT BOOTHS ARE AVAILABLE</h4><h4>Register <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-blk-ink-book-festival-blk-ink-short-film-premiere-new-orleans-tickets-1835621586579?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&amp;aff=ebdsshios&amp;sg=b65db1187fe0f363d336629db477801570e75a766d9682fce755fbc9f0849e6fac9743c0c11583b185a9910b10146bb08401c6c8d042a794bb018d1e6594c29eed730df06ca828e7ce8713130b" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a>  ​ The event is 100% open to all authors and artists regardless of race, religion, sex, or sexuality. It is free to the public; pre-registration is requested.</h4>

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BLK INK Book Festival & Short Film Premiere

Experience the BLK INK Book Festival! The four-hour live event is a book expo comprised of 80+ local and regional authors...

New Orleans Comedy Room

Sheryl Underwood is the Emmy award winning co-host of The Talk on CBS, and is a highly sought after contemporary humorist who expertly balances her corporate presence with her streetwise comedy chops. Never forgetting her roots in stand-up comedy or her early days on HBO’s Def Comedy Jam and BET’s Comic View, the Sheryl Underwood and Friends Tour fearlessly tackles race, politics, sex, and life, in a way that only she can. Additionally, she has made numerous appearances on various television shows, including multiple episodes of the CBS daytime drama The Young and the Restless, the CBS comedy The Odd Couple and The Bold and The Beautiful. Her personality and energy have been showcased on shows like Funny You Should Ask and Celebrity Name Game. She has been a guest on Overserved with Lisa Vanderpump, host of the holiday gift-wrapping competition series Wrap Battle on Freeform television, and she and The Underwood Family emerged as winners on Celebrity Family Feud, generously donating their winnings to the Zeta National Educational Foundation.This event will run from May 15, 2026 to May 17, 2026 every Day of Week this event Recurrs<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/145895/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

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Sheryl Underwood

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New Orleans School of Cooking

At New Orleans School of Cooking, gumbo isn’t just a dish — it’s a way of life. In this hands-on “Gumbo 101” class, you’ll learn the essential building blocks behind one of Louisiana’s most iconic recipes. From crafting the perfect roux to layering bold Cajun and Creole flavors, our chefs will guide you step-by-step through the techniques that turn a pot of gumbo into true New Orleans comfort food.

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🍹 Shake, Stir &amp; Sip in the Heart of New Orleans! 🍹 Join us for Courtyard Cocktails: A Happy Hour Mixology Class and discover the art (and fun!) of crafting iconic NOLA drinks.
✨ What to Expect:
<ul><li>Mix three handcrafted cocktails — including a refreshing Pimm’s Cup, the legendary Sazerac, and a seasonal surprise!</li><li>Learn the spirited history behind each drink from expert bartenders at the New Orleans School of Cooking</li><li>Enjoy light bites, great company, and courtyard vibes during golden-hour happy hour</li></ul>
Come for the cocktails, stay for the stories — and toast to the true flavor of New Orleans! 👉 Reserve your spot today — cheers to a night you’ll never forget!

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Courtyard Cocktails: A Happy Hour Mixology Class

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Tipitina's

America’s most ICONIC disco party, Gimme Gimme Disco, is coming to New Orleans on 23 May 2026, and it’s bringing nothing but glitter, grooves, and pure dance-floor joy.
If you can’t get enough of ABBA, this is THE dance party for you! Gimme Gimme Disco is a DJ-based dance party spinning all your favorite ABBA anthems, plus nonstop disco classics from the ’70s and ’80s. Expect hits from the Bee Gees, Donna Summer, Cher, and more, the kind of songs that make it impossible to stand still. Come ready to lay all your love on the dance floor, sing at the top of your lungs, and dance like nobody’s watching.
So honey honey, take a chance. Put on your best disco fit, don’t forget your dancing shoes, but leave your worries behind. Whether you’re a lifelong dancing queen or just here for the vibes, your crown awaits. This is the best disco since 1980, sweaty, euphoric, and packed with feel-good energy from start to finish at Tipitina’s on 23 May 2026.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/143256/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More info

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NOCHI

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Ever since New York native Aries Spears was 14 years old, he has been a force to be reckoned with in the comedy scene throughout America. His quick wit, charisma and ferociously aggressive style of comedy have earned him critical acclaim, high accolades, and above all, a busy schedule. From being a regular on Fox’s Mad TV, starring in feature films, appearing on a number of national talk shows, and continually touring the country where he continually sells out each and every city, Aries’ talents are widespread as he just passed the 3 million spins played on Pandora and his podcast is one of the "Musts" in the US. This past summer, Aries guest starred in CNN’s “See It Loud” new summer series on the history of Black Television which was one of their hit docuseries of 2023, alongside Amanda Seales, Da’Vinchi, Debbie Allen, Deon Cole, Desus &amp; Mero, Gabrielle Union, Jimmie Walker, Judge Greg Mathis, Kevin Frazier, Loni Love, Lynn Whitfield, Mo’Nique, Naturi Naughton, Omari Hardwick, Ray J, Ruben Studdard, Sherri Shepherd, Tatyana Ali, Tiffany Pollard, Tisha Campbell, Vivica A. Fox and many more.
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