Check out the historic 1870s white firehouse on Magazine Street that has been restored and…read morerenovated into a beautiful event space. Love the exposed brick walls and the 14 foot high ceilings that mimic the night sky. The grand fireplace wall is perfect for taking photos with family or friends. The space is so open and inviting with an antique bar and plenty of space for couches, tables and seating conducive to mingling. Catering is easily done with Sukho Thai downstairs. Get the spring rolls, fried tofu and fresh rolls with a peanut dipping sauce for appetizers. For main courses, try the pad Thai, drunken noodles or I Love You, My Sweetheart. Filled with eggplant, veggies and a choice of proteins, it is so good. Finish the buffet with sweet mango sticky rice. Great place for a special family event.

As President of the Professional Photographers of Louisiana I chose Neil Ponthier with Music and…read moreLights LA to work our most important event of the year. His expertise, professionalism, and workability was exceptional! He provided music, DJ services lighting and special effects. He is a master of his craft. I highly recommend Music and Lights LA! Terri Eddington M.PHOTOG.CPP

From the owner: We are the forefront in event entertainment and DJ services in the New Orleans area. We cater to…read moreall events big and small from weddings to corporate functions. We'll turn your night into one to remember. Our DJs have a combined 30 years experience in the industry. We have industry-leading professional grade equipment and professional personalities. We provide everything from music and MC services to concert level light shows.

If there were 20 stars to give I would give them. This place was EXACTLY what was needed and made…read moremy birthday lunch complete. From the initial contact until the day of the event, and I thanked Dionca (owner) for allowing us to book, every interaction was professional, courteous, and they went of out their way to ensure we were taken care of coming from out of town. This relieved SO MUCH stress! They were just as passionate about the success of my event as I was! They cared, and that impressed me. They offered every service needed to ensure we were satisfied and didn't want us to have to do anything but enjoy each other. That's excellent service and was definitely noticed and appreciated. The cleanliness was unmatched and the setup was perfect and tailored to our liking. You don't have to look further than The Venue for an event space in New Orleans. If I were to travel to NOLA 100 times this year and needed an event space, I would book The Venue 100 times! Thank you to Dionca and her family for having us and I hope to book again soon!

From the owner: The Venue Events is a New Orleans based Event Space that work side by side with brides and grooms,…read morecorporations and individuals who desire memorable, relaxed and well-planned events in a space that is comfortable and clean.

I attended a baby shower at The Crossing. I thought I was going to leave here hungry; that was a…read moresignificant misjudgment on my part! I tried their carrot soufflé, mac n cheese, shrimp pasta, turkey, jambalaya, gumbo, and caesar salad. The food was great. The A/C was blowing, the space was very clean,and the staff worked well together.

The venue is always so nice and accommodating. This is a great place for a shower, small wedding,…read moreor rehearsal dinner. It's a convenient location with parking. The staff are very friendly and helpful with planning and the day of.

n my view, as the mother of the bride, Karen and the coordination team were exceptional. She was…read morecalm, intuitive, deeply capable, and invested in making the day feel personal, joyful, and seamless. We are endlessly grateful that we ended up with this team. It truly could not have gone more wonderfully in anyone else's hands. Paradigm Gardens is stunning, truly well maintained, and the setting was unforgettable. The food was incredible; expertly crafted cocktails were great. Overall, we highly recommend Paradigm Gardens for weddings or any special occasion. It's a truly special place with an amazing team behind it. And of course the goats were a big hit with the kids! The goats love to be petted and they were wonderful showoffs as well.

From the moment we arrived for our rehearsal, we knew we were in extraordinary hands. The sacred,…read moreuplifting energy that radiates through the garden is palpable--it immediately puts you at ease and makes the entire celebration feel meaningful and elevated. The grounds are immaculate, and it's clear the groundskeeping team pours real care, artistry, and intention into every inch of the space. Every single detail of our wedding day and night was handled with grace, precision, and heart. The behind-the-scenes magic, the thoughtful accommodations, and the warmth and attentiveness of every team member made the entire experience feel effortless for us as a couple. That level of excellence doesn't just happen--and as wedding vendors ourselves, we were genuinely impressed by the caliber of professionalism, coordination, and care across the board. You run an exceptional ship. The food and bar deserve their own standing ovation. We had countless guests come up to us throughout the night saying, "This is the best wedding food I've ever had." And they meant it. The quality, execution, and flavor were truly Michelin-star worthy--which is incredibly difficult to achieve on a large scale. What sets this culinary team apart is that everything is plated fresh--not banquet-style, not mass-produced. You can taste the intention in every bite. Guests were eating hot, beautifully executed food while still fully immersed in the flow and joy of the night. Karen and the coordination team were exceptional--calm, intuitive, deeply capable, and genuinely invested in making our day feel personal, joyful, and seamless. We are endlessly grateful that we ended up with your team for our big day. It truly could not have gone more wonderfully in anyone else's hands. If you are considering this venue and team: book them without hesitation. We will be advocating for this institution forever and actively looking for reasons to work together again. Same time next year? Love Suzy & Hunter

I had a great time. The gentleman at the front desk was very helpful, nice and welcoming. It was…read morevery wonderful to see the movie turn comic strip that was a film. I had seen long ago. It was not something I was expecting and I was very happy to be reminded of such a great film. I would highly recommend it's a great value for The cost and it has a wide range of difference.

I was so excited to visit and so disappointed when I went. They had a new photography exhibit which…read morewas great, and I wanted to take my time and appreciate it. I looked on the website to plan my visit in advance, and saw that they hold themselves out as a very accessible space, with both wheelchairs and folding gallery benches available on request at the front desk and a commitment to accessibility. I went on. Monday, and there were only a few other guests there, so the timing seemed perfect as well. When I asked at the desk, the two staffers had no idea what I was talking about and said they didn't have wheelchairs or anything else for accessibility. I had already paid for myself and my companion, and really wanted to experience this space, but the lack of advertised accessibility meant I had to rush through, leaving a lot unappreciated and using all of my spoons for the day. I can't recommend visiting what would otherwise be a great space until they are able to fix their accessibility issues or fix the misleading statements on their website, since the best museum in the world is useless if you don't have meaningful access.

Nola Space as far as I know is Dance Quarter…read more I have no idea why this place carries two names Not sure if when the new owner purchased the building the name was changed or not at that time Dance lessons. Rehearsals. Performances. And Dance Socials It doesn't look like the cafe is in operation anymore

We booked a private swing dance lesson and was directed to this studio. Nice studio with good sound…read moresystem. This location used to be an old firehouse.