2026 Women's Business Alliance: Renaissance New Orleans Arts Hotel

👩‍💼✨ Ladies, Let’s Network! ✨👩‍💼 Join Us at Women's Business Alliance. New Orleans’ Premier Women Networking Event, Hosted at One of Our Valued Member Businesses: Join us for an engaging evening designed to bring together women from all industries for authent......More

👩‍💼✨ Ladies, Let’s Network! ✨👩‍💼 Join Us at Women's Business Alliance. New Orleans’ Premier Women Networking Event, Hosted at One of Our Valued Member Businesses: Join us for an engaging evening designed to bring together women from all industries for authentic conversation, inspiration, and connection. This event is created by women, for women, and offers a welcoming space to share experiences, explore challenges, and support one another in both business and life. Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, or just starting out, you’ll be surrounded by a network of women ready to cheer you on. You'll Enjoy: 🧀 Complimentary hors d’oeuvres 🍷 Happy hour priced drinks 🤝 High-quality networking in a relaxed setting Upon arrival, check in at the door where our team will welcome you and guide you to the action. Want help meeting others? Look for our chamber ambassadors in large black name tags or staff in red name tags! They’re happy to make introductions and help you feel at home. We can’t wait to see you there. Bring your energy, your ideas, and your business cards! Photography Sponsored By: Chamber events are professionally photographed for our marketing purposes. By attending, you agree to being photographed and that these images may be used in print and digital marketing for the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce.  

Parking Options 601 Tchoupitoulas St Garage (2 3 min walk) 632 Tchoupitoulas St Parking Lot (2 3 min walk) Premium Parking P151 542 Tchoupitoulas St (4 min walk) Premium Parking P152 543 S Peters St (4 5 min walk) Premium Parking P119 315 Julia St (6

2026 Power Hour Sponsored by Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Company – August

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED Join the New Orleans Chamber for our monthly Power Hour, sponsored by Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Company.   Whether you are a new member, a longtime member of the New Orleans Chamber or y......More

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED Join the New Orleans Chamber for our monthly Power Hour, sponsored by Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Company.   Whether you are a new member, a longtime member of the New Orleans Chamber or you are interested in becoming involved with the New Orleans Chamber, marketing your business is the first step to success.      B2B networking allows business people to effectively network with each other by providing each person time for a sales pitch about what distinguishes their business or service from others in their field.   All attendees will have the opportunity to give a 1-minute presentation about the products or services of their business.  Attendees exchange business cards and marketing materials so that they can follow up with the people they meet.    Space is LIMITED, so register early.  There will be a table for members' marketing materials and business cards available at the event.    Parking Options:        1515 Poydras St garage, enter from Freret St.     0-1 hours $4, 2 hrs $6 - Credit Card Only in garage, pay station forcredit in lobby. HEAL Parking Garage, 300 LaSalle St. 1 hr $4, 1-2 hrs $5

1515 Poydras St. 5th Floor Auditorium New Orleans, LA 70112

Convergence® 2026 Fiber Arts Conference

Join us for the ultimate international fiber art experience, the Handweavers Guild of America's Convergence® conference, where you can meet people face to face and touch real cloth, not just exchange texts or look at images. Immerse yourself in the inspiration and stimu......More

Join us for the ultimate international fiber art experience, the Handweavers Guild of America's Convergence® conference, where you can meet people face to face and touch real cloth, not just exchange texts or look at images. Immerse yourself in the inspiration and stimulation of exhibits, classes, textile tours, and shopping – all in the vibrant arts community of New Orleans.

Sheraton New Orleans Hotel 500 Canal Street New Orleans, LA 70130

Convergence® 2026 Fashion Show and Dessert Reception

Join the Handweavers Guild of America, Inc. for a spectacular Fashion Show featuring wearable art designed and handmade by fiber artists from around the world. Inspired by Krewe of Threads: Let the Good Times Roll, this year’s show captures the vibrancy and diversity of......More

Join the Handweavers Guild of America, Inc. for a spectacular Fashion Show featuring wearable art designed and handmade by fiber artists from around the world. Inspired by Krewe of Threads: Let the Good Times Roll, this year’s show captures the vibrancy and diversity of New Orleans. Dance, sing, applaud, and feel the beat as each fiber artist’s work comes alive on our runway models. Invited Artists: Patti Barker is an award-winning felt wear designer, teacher, and author. She earned a BA degree in studio art with a concentration in fiber at Western Washington University. Barker’s fascination with fabric and fashion is bound in her DNA. Barker’s felting journey began in 2007 with a study of simulated skins as a protective covering and identifier. She is intrigued by the way the wearable art transforms its wearer. Dianne “Gumbo Marie” Honoré is a seventh-generation New Orleanian, cultural activist, and Big Queen of the Yellow Pocahontas Hunters. Dianne creates powerful multidisciplinary works blending art, fashion, and history. Founder of the Black Storyville Baby Dolls, her Mardi Gras regalia is in Paris’s Quai Branly Museum, celebrating Louisiana Creole traditions on international stages. Amber M. Jensen began making backpacks as functional, wearable art, which led her to explore the durability and expressive potential of cloth. Jensen’s weaving draws from a layered mix of influences—Appalachian overshot patterns, Scandinavian restraint, and deep respect for Indigenous relationships to material and place. Her works are narrative palimpsests, reflecting her days, feelings, and evolving identity as an artist. Margaret Roach Wheeler, a Native American of Chickasaw-Choctaw descent, merged her fine arts education with her Native American heritage to weave contemporary garments based on American Indian regalia. Wheeler is the recipient of numerous honors and awards and her work has been exhibited both regionally and nationally.

Sheraton New Orleans Hotel 500 Canal St. New Orleans, LA 70130

Twilight Madness at Convergence® 2026 Marketplace

The Convergence® 2026 Marketplace opens at night for an exceptional shopping experience. Take time to relax, shop, mingle, and meet friends while finding the perfect yarn, the exact tool you have been seeking, or discovering something new to add to your fiber collection......More

The Convergence® 2026 Marketplace opens at night for an exceptional shopping experience. Take time to relax, shop, mingle, and meet friends while finding the perfect yarn, the exact tool you have been seeking, or discovering something new to add to your fiber collection. Free to all to attend!

Sheraton New Orleans Hotel 500 Canal St. New Orleans, LA 70130

That's Hot: A Y2K Burlesque Love Letter

"A Neo classical burlesque revue featuring nerdlesque and tribute acts to classics of the Y2K Era! Doors open for 7pm, with live performances starting at 8pm at the historic The Original Nite Cap speakeasy venue in the 7th Ward. Tickets purchased in advance are discount......More

"A Neo classical burlesque revue featuring nerdlesque and tribute acts to classics of the Y2K Era! Doors open for 7pm, with live performances starting at 8pm at the historic The Original Nite Cap speakeasy venue in the 7th Ward. Tickets purchased in advance are discounted over walk-in door prices!"

The Original Nite Cap 1300 St Bernard Ave Second Floor, New Orleans, LA 70116

Convergence® 2026 Keynote Lecture with Karen Hampton

Join the Handweavers Guild of America for a Keynote Lecture Presentation, Ghosts and Ancestors: Why I Weave, by Karen Hampton. Karen Hampton, MFA, Artist Weaver, and 2022 American Craft Council Fellow, is recognized as a trailblazing artist in the textile community for ......More

Join the Handweavers Guild of America for a Keynote Lecture Presentation, Ghosts and Ancestors: Why I Weave, by Karen Hampton. Karen Hampton, MFA, Artist Weaver, and 2022 American Craft Council Fellow, is recognized as a trailblazing artist in the textile community for her work broadening the visibility of textiles made by black and brown artists worldwide. Karen has made the invisible visible for most of her career. From her early work in the 1990s to the present, she has been telling personal stories with her artwork and promoting others in the field.

The Sheraton New Orleans Hotel 500 Canal St. New Orleans, LA 70130

ABWA Women's Networking Event

Flemming's Steakhouse 3064 N Causeway Metairie, LA

2026 Chamber After 5: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel New Orleans

Join Us at Chamber After 5! New Orleans’ Premier Business Networking Event, Hosted at One of Our Valued Member Businesses:   Our signature evening networking event designed to bring together up to 400 professionals from a wide range of industries for high-quality......More

Join Us at Chamber After 5! New Orleans’ Premier Business Networking Event, Hosted at One of Our Valued Member Businesses:   Our signature evening networking event designed to bring together up to 400 professionals from a wide range of industries for high-quality, strategic networking in a relaxed environment. This event offers an opportunity to build new business relationships, strengthen existing connections, and engage with peers, community leaders, and potential clients. 🤝 Upon arrival, guests will check in at the door where we provide a printed list organized by each attendee's primary business category. Making it easier to identify and connect with relevant contacts. Not sure where to begin? Our Chamber Ambassadors and staff (easily identified by their large name tags) will be available throughout the evening to assist and help facilitate introductions. 😊 Chamber After 5 is designed to create intentional, meaningful connections that support your professional growth and business development goals. Photography provided by:  Chamber events are professionally photographed for our marketing purposes. By attending, you agree to being photographed and that these images may be used in print and digital marketing for the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce.

Parking Options Ace Parking Garage 300 Canal St Suite R (onsite) Premium Parking P403 201 Canal St (2 min walk) Premium Parking P0555 414 Canal St (2 3 min walk) GoPark Garage 408 Canal St (2 3 min walk) Premium Parking P0402 300 N Peters St (4 5 min

Anime Conclave

Join us at Hilton New Orleans Riverside for a weekend filled with all things anime. Get ready for a cosplay extravaganza, panels for fans by fans, artist alley, and much more! Whether you're a seasoned otaku or just starting your anime journey, there's something for eve......More

Join us at Hilton New Orleans Riverside for a weekend filled with all things anime. Get ready for a cosplay extravaganza, panels for fans by fans, artist alley, and much more! Whether you're a seasoned otaku or just starting your anime journey, there's something for everyone at Anime Conclave. Don't miss out on this opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of anime and connect with fellow fans. Grab your tickets now and get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Hilton New Orleans Riverside

Don McLean at The Fillmore

Experience the sounds of a well known singer-songwriter as Don McLean performs this Saturday 29th August 2026 at The Fillmore in New Orleans, Louisiana. Though feared by no one, Don McLean continues to thrill audiences with classic favorites, including the iconic "Ameri......More

Experience the sounds of a well known singer-songwriter as Don McLean performs this Saturday 29th August 2026 at The Fillmore in New Orleans, Louisiana. Though feared by no one, Don McLean continues to thrill audiences with classic favorites, including the iconic "American Pie" and "Vincent". No, the music has not died as he sings in American Pie. Don McLean, now in his 80s, is hitting the road. It's a chance to catch an icon of music playing live. On that alone, this is a performance that's worth the price of admission.

Fillmore New Orleans, 6 Canal Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70130

2026 Women's Business Alliance: Resource Bank

👩‍💼✨ Ladies, Let’s Network! ✨👩‍💼 Join Us at Women's Business Alliance. New Orleans’ Premier Women Networking Event, Hosted at One of Our Valued Member Businesses: Join us for an engaging evening designed to bring together women from all industries for authent......More

👩‍💼✨ Ladies, Let’s Network! ✨👩‍💼 Join Us at Women's Business Alliance. New Orleans’ Premier Women Networking Event, Hosted at One of Our Valued Member Businesses: Join us for an engaging evening designed to bring together women from all industries for authentic conversation, inspiration, and connection. This event is created by women, for women, and offers a welcoming space to share experiences, explore challenges, and support one another in both business and life. Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, or just starting out, you’ll be surrounded by a network of women ready to cheer you on. You'll Enjoy: 🧀 Complimentary hors d’oeuvres 🍷 Happy hour priced drinks 🤝 High-quality networking in a relaxed setting Upon arrival, check in at the door where our team will welcome you and guide you to the action. Want help meeting others? Look for our chamber ambassadors in large black name tags or staff in red name tags! They’re happy to make introductions and help you feel at home. We can’t wait to see you there. Bring your energy, your ideas, and your business cards! Photography Sponsored By: Chamber events are professionally photographed for our marketing purposes. By attending, you agree to being photographed and that these images may be used in print and digital marketing for the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce.  

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