Techno Club presents THINK DEEP, The Poolside Sessions
Apr
12
12:00 PM12:00

Techno Club presents THINK DEEP, The Poolside Sessions

Techno Club presents THINKDEEP The Poolside Sessions

Sophisticated sounds for sophisticated individuals feat:

Javier Drada
Joe Dismal
Daniel Allen
Will Brennan
Otto, LLEAUNA
Tego, Paul O'Neill
Jarred Monson
Clay Stephens
Matthew Play
Jared Holden
Marcus Lott
Quickweave
Reed Tribou
Dave Manic
Bear Linh
& Friends

$15 Cover 21+
(NO GUEST LIST - This is a limited capacity Pool Party)

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8th Annual Sugar Shack Family Reunion
Apr
11
to Apr 12

8th Annual Sugar Shack Family Reunion

The 8th Annual Sugar Shack Radio Family Reunion
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Dance the day away, enjoy a cocktail from the full bar, and soak up the sun and sounds poolside, then join the shack family for afters in the lobby.

Lineup TBA:
Featuring Shack DJ's from Chicago, Dallas, Denver, San Francisco, Oakland, Nashville, and more

Brought to you by Sugar Shack, NOLA Housing Project, and The Drifter Hotel

$15 // 21+

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✹ Sun Soaked Buku Pre-Party ✹
Mar
21
11:00 AM11:00

✹ Sun Soaked Buku Pre-Party ✹

IT'S TIME FOR BUKU! Come kick off your day each day of the fest with us at The Drifter Hotel!

Enjoy beats by:
Heavy Pleasure, Badgalbinx

Food by:
❀ Tacocat

Vendors:
❀ Revolver, Swervy Love Designs LLC, Spinspiration

Decorate Yo' Self with NOLA Craft Culture featuring glitter tattoos, custom glitter combos, and more!

Drink specials from 11 am to 1 pm:
❀ $3 mimosas
❀ $4 bloodys
❀ $5 wells

Free entry with your fest wristband // 21+

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As If! 90's Karaoke Party with Sunshine Edae
Feb
28
6:00 PM18:00

As If! 90's Karaoke Party with Sunshine Edae

Dress it down & throw it back to the nostalgia of the 90's!
Join the Queen Sunshine Edae at the Drifter Hotel for a totally tubular night at this pop star status pool & pajama party!

With your favorite lyrics projected on the big screen, channel your inner Britney or Backstreet boy to win a SWIMCLUB MEMBERSHIP for best performance!

Party starts for 6pm & karaoke begins at 7!
Be there or be square, losers~

21+

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Identity; A Trans+ Meet Up
Feb
27
6:00 PM18:00

Identity; A Trans+ Meet Up

Identity; is a Trans+ plus meet up Friday evening, February 28th @ 7pm at the Drifter Hotel!

Trans+ is a safe inclusive space for Trans, Non-Binary, Genderqueer, Genderfluid, GNC, etc...and Allied friends alike.

21+ only
Invite your friends now!

****IMPORTANT****
SPECTATORS ARE NOT WELCOME TO THIS EVENT. THIS IS A SAFE AND INCLUSIVE SPACE AND THERE IS A NO TOLERANCE POLICY.

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Mardi Gras Mambo Market
Feb
25
6:00 PM18:00

Mardi Gras Mambo Market

LAISSEZ LES BONS TEMPS ROULER!
Still on the search for your perfect Fat Tuesday look?

Let the good times roll at the
~ Mardi Gras Mambo Market ~
on January 25th, 6PM.

A R T • F O O D • M U S I C

Come in costume or come as you are
but bring a suit if you plan on swimmin in our heated pool~
As always, we are a 21+ bar. ID required for entrance!

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Welcome to the Sunday S l o w d o w n
Feb
23
11:00 AM11:00

Welcome to the Sunday S l o w d o w n

Welcome to the Sunday S l o w d o w n

This 60 minute, all-levels* slow flow emphasizes the importance and benefits of moving slowly in a fast-paced, rise-and-grind society. We discover what happens (mentally, physically, and emotionally) when we take the time to pause and be still. In this class we will move mindfully, explore the depth of postures, and discover our edge in each shape.

Join Colleen Sunday at 11 am. If the sun is shinin' we practice on the pink astroturf, if it's rainy we practice in the lobby. $10 for class + all day pool entry. $3 mimosas and bloody mary's after (or before! We don't judge!). 21+.

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✭PartiGras: Pre-Endymion Party at The Drifter Hotel✭
Feb
22
12:00 PM12:00

✭PartiGras: Pre-Endymion Party at The Drifter Hotel✭

Join us at The Drifter before Endymion rolls through Mid City! Just blocks away from the parade route...

In collaboration with For The Record:
❀ virtue_signal
Airbag
Edgar Allan Po' Boy

Food pop-up:
Tastebud Satisfiers

345 Drink Specials from 12 pm- 2 pm:
☆ $3 mimosas
☆ $4 bloody marys
☆ $5 wells

Get GLIT with glitter by Pixie Dust Biodegradable Glitter

Free admission // 21+

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Welcome to the Sunday S l o w d o w n
Feb
16
11:00 AM11:00

Welcome to the Sunday S l o w d o w n

Welcome to the Sunday S l o w d o w n

This 60 minute, all-levels* slow flow emphasizes the importance and benefits of moving slowly in a fast-paced, rise-and-grind society. We discover what happens (mentally, physically, and emotionally) when we take the time to pause and be still. In this class we will move mindfully, explore the depth of postures, and discover our edge in each shape.

Join Colleen Sunday at 11 am. If the sun is shinin' we practice on the pink astroturf, if it's rainy we practice in the lobby. $10 for class + all day pool entry. $3 mimosas and bloody mary's after (or before! We don't judge!). 21+.

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Yoga & Mimosa
Jan
26
11:00 AM11:00

Yoga & Mimosa

Join Isabel (RYT 200) at the Drifter Hotel on Sundays for a warming winter yoga practice followed by drink specials! A 60 minute, all-levels vinyasa flow & restore class (a little yin and a little yang) will take place at 11 am on the pink turf if weather permits, or in the lobby if its chilly or rainy. Classes will feature options/modifications to suit all practitioner levels, a fun playlist, a lil bit of strength building, a lotta bit of hip & heart opening, and of course, d e e p d e e p breaths.

Savasana is followed by $3 mimosas & bloody marys, plus groovy pool vibes, heated or not (depending on the weather).

$10 // 21+

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New Year, New Look : Clothing Swap Benefit
Jan
19
12:00 PM12:00

New Year, New Look : Clothing Swap Benefit

SWIM • SWAP • SIP

Swing on by the Drifter Hotel for a New Year Clothing Benefit from 12-6pm. Swap out your clothes, accessories, and this past year’s looks for new or old treasures!

Leftover items are always donated to a local organization in New Orleans. Previous donations have been made to Operation Restoration, Covenant House. We are always open to other non-profit donation locations!

21+

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Teaser Festival Happy Hour
Jan
18
4:00 PM16:00

Teaser Festival Happy Hour

Teaser Festival will be getting tipsy poolside at the Drifter Hotel! Don your favorite sequins, the Drifter is a bohemian let-it-all-hangout! A few margaritas are the best way to prep for the thrilling Saturday night showcases! Happy Hour at the Drifter is free to attend and open to the public!

21+.

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Yoga & Mimosa
Jan
5
11:00 AM11:00

Yoga & Mimosa

Join Isabel (RYT 200) at the Drifter Hotel on Sundays for a warming winter yoga practice followed by drink specials! A 60 minute, all-levels vinyasa flow & restore class (a little yin and a little yang) will take place at 11 am on the pink turf if weather permits, or in the lobby if its chilly or rainy. Classes will feature options/modifications to suit all practitioner levels, a fun playlist, a lil bit of strength building, a lotta bit of hip & heart opening, and of course, d e e p d e e p breaths.

Savasana is followed by $3 mimosas & bloody marys, plus groovy pool vibes, heated or not (depending on the weather).

$10 // 21+

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Champagne Poppin'
Mar
29
3:00 PM15:00

Champagne Poppin'

Champagne Poppin’ produced by Raire Label x Freewater is a poolside day party with an emphasis on champagne. Guarantee your entry in advance, or prepare for a small admission inflation because something pretty sweet is going down! CLICK HERE to learn more + purchase tickets.

Use code DRIFTER2020 to secure your $15 tickets.

$15 advance / $20 at door / 21+

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Organic Matter presents: The Widdler ft. Sepiida, Omcada, Shooka
Mar
22
to Mar 23

Organic Matter presents: The Widdler ft. Sepiida, Omcada, Shooka

The Drifter Hotel, Sub.mission, and Organic Matter Present: The Widdler! With support from Sepiida Omcada Shooka + MORE!
End your weekend with us relaxing poolside at The Drifter Hotel!

Enjoy music outside by the pool until 10 pm, then late-night vibes in the lobby until 1 am.

21+ event. Valid ID required for entry.

$15 advance tickets, $20 day of show.

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Techno Club presents THINK DEEP, The Poolside Sessions
Mar
15
12:00 PM12:00

Techno Club presents THINK DEEP, The Poolside Sessions

Techno Club presents THINKDEEP The Poolside Sessions

Sophisticated sounds for sophisticated individuals feat:

Javier Drada
Joe Dismal
Daniel Allen
Will Brennan
Otto, LLEAUNA
Tego, Paul O'Neill
Jarred Monson
Clay Stephens
Matthew Play
Jared Holden
Marcus Lott
Quickweave
Reed Tribou
Dave Manic
Bear Linh
& Friends

$15 Cover 21+
(NO GUEST LIST - This is a limited capacity Pool Party)

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ViBE CHECK : Upbeat Academy Fundraiser
Mar
14
2:00 PM14:00

ViBE CHECK : Upbeat Academy Fundraiser

What’s up Bukrewe, we’re hosting a fundraiser for Upbeat Academy at The Drifter Hotel on March 14th from 2-11pm! Come celebrate the beginning of the festival season in New Orleans with a day full of vendors, food, and vibes.

Upbeat Academy graduate PlayerOne will be bringing in the feel good to kick off the greatest week of the year! We will also be having a voter registration booth setup for you to register to vote in this crucial election year!

All of the entrance fee and raffle proceeds will go toward supporting Upbeat Academy: The Upbeat Academy Foundation is a Louisiana non-profit corporation formed by Winter Circle Productions members in 2013 that provides children with an opportunity to learn how to produce and perform hip-hop and electronic dance music. Local DJs and producers hold daily classes in the UPBEAT studio where students have access to equipment like laptops, mixers, turntables, controllers, microphones, headphones, various instruments, and the latest music production software. UPBEAT also seeks to introduce its students to the business side of the music industry, offering real-life experience, case studies, and opportunities for the kids to meet their favorite musicians.

$10 // 21+

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☆ Festival Market with Lady Lavender ☆
Mar
7
to Mar 8

☆ Festival Market with Lady Lavender ☆

Mardi Gras might be over... but festival season is amongst us! Come shop our festival market this Saturday night. Browse our vendors for the ultimate festival look while you dance to beats by lady lavender!

Food by Tastebud Satisfiers

WE ARE STILL ACCEPTING VENDORS! Please email eventsandsales@thedrifterhotel.com to apply.

FREE ENTRY // 21+

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The Disco Ball Variety Show with Sunshine Edae
Feb
18
8:00 PM20:00

The Disco Ball Variety Show with Sunshine Edae

Looking to express yourself in a safe space in front of an audience with other fabulous creative talented humans?! Well! Come on down to The Disco Ball Variety Review, where only your imagination is the limit! Let’s see what you’ve got! Can you juggle, tell a joke, sing a song, breathe fire, lip sync, recite a poem? This is a very open-minded mic night. We want all to feel safe and welcomed to express themselves in front of other awesome humans.

Free entry // 21+.

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Yoga & Mimosa
Jan
19
11:00 AM11:00

Yoga & Mimosa

Join Isabel (RYT 200) at the Drifter Hotel on Sundays for a warming winter yoga practice followed by drink specials! A 60 minute, all-levels vinyasa flow & restore class (a little yin and a little yang) will take place at 11 am on the pink turf if weather permits, or in the lobby if its chilly or rainy. Classes will feature options/modifications to suit all practitioner levels, a fun playlist, a lil bit of strength building, a lotta bit of hip & heart opening, and of course, d e e p d e e p breaths.

Savasana is followed by $3 mimosas & bloody marys, plus groovy pool vibes, heated or not (depending on the weather).

$10 // 21+

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The Disco Ball Variety Review with Sunshine Edae
Jan
15
8:00 PM20:00

The Disco Ball Variety Review with Sunshine Edae

Looking to express yourself in a safe space in front of an audience with other fabulous creative talented humans?! Well! Come on down to The Disco Ball Variety Review, where only your imagination is the limit! Let’s see what you’ve got! Can you juggle, tell a joke, sing a song, breathe fire, lip sync, recite a poem? This is a very open-minded mic night. We want all to feel safe and welcomed to express themselves in front of other awesome humans.

Every third Wednesday of the month.

Free entry // 21+.

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Yoga & Mimosa
Jan
12
11:00 AM11:00

Yoga & Mimosa

Join Isabel (RYT 200) at the Drifter Hotel on Sundays for a warming winter yoga practice followed by drink specials! A 60 minute, all-levels vinyasa flow & restore class (a little yin and a little yang) will take place at 11 am on the pink turf if weather permits, or in the lobby if its chilly or rainy. Classes will feature options/modifications to suit all practitioner levels, a fun playlist, a lil bit of strength building, a lotta bit of hip & heart opening, and of course, d e e p d e e p breaths.

Savasana is followed by $3 mimosas & bloody marys, plus groovy pool vibes, heated or not (depending on the weather).

$10 // 21+

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Yoga & Mimosa
Dec
29
11:00 AM11:00

Yoga & Mimosa

Join Isabel (RYT 200) at the Drifter Hotel on Sundays for a warming winter yoga practice followed by drink specials! A 60 minute, all-levels vinyasa flow & restore class (a little yin and a little yang) will take place at 11 am on the pink turf if weather permits, or in the lobby if its chilly or rainy. Classes will feature options/modifications to suit all practitioner levels, a fun playlist, a lil bit of strength building, a lotta bit of hip & heart opening, and of course, d e e p d e e p breaths.

Savasana is followed by $3 mimosas & bloody marys, plus groovy pool vibes, heated or not (depending on the weather).

$10 // 21+

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