Super Bowl 2025: The Best Parties, Concerts and Tailgating Events in New Orleans (Updating)
The Super Bowl takes over New Orleans this weekend as the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles go head-to-head for the Vince Lombardi Trophy.
The Big Game takes place on Sunday, Feb. 9, at the Caesars Superdome, and starry NFL superfans — including Jon Hamm, Flavor Flav, Terry Crews, Jelly Roll, Shaboozey and more — have already descended upon NOLA for the NFL Honors awards show ahead of Sunday’s big event. Grammy- and Pulitzer Prize-winning rapper Kendrick Lamar will headline the Super Bowl’s Apple Music Halftime Show with guest SZA; other performers include Jon Batiste, Ledisi, Lauren Daigle and Trombone Shorty.
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Last-minute seats for Super Bowl 59 and tickets for surrounding tailgate events and parties — including Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Tailgate, the annual Maxim and Sports Illustrated parties, the official Super Bowl Experience and others — are still available to buy online at Ticket Network, SeatGeek, StubHub, VividSeats and many other third-party ticketing platforms.
Related: The Best Deals on Last-Minute Super Bowl LIX Tickets Online
Ahead, The Hollywood Reporter rounds up everything you need to know about attending Super Bowl 59 and the best Big Game events in New Orleans, from VIP-only soirées and all-ages immersive experiences, to food festivals and more.
Super Bowl 2025: Date, Start Time, Tickets
The Super Bowl LIX takes place on Sunday, Feb. 9, at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. Stadium gates open at 1:30 p.m. local time and kickoff is at 5:30 p.m. The Super Bowl Gameday Experience is open now through Feb. 9 from 3 to 10 p.m. and all ages are welcome; tickets are $20 to $40 (free for children ages 12 and under).
Looking for last-minute tickets for the Big Game? Seats for the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Philadelphia Eagles at Super Bowl 59 are still available starting at around $3,500 at third-party resale platforms including GameTime, SeatGeek, StubHub, Ticket Liquidator, Ticketmaster, Ticket Network and VividSeats. Football fans can also score discounts on tickets for the game and select tailgate events and Super Bowl parties. Below, see THR‘s exclusive discounts on Chiefs vs. Eagles tickets and Super Bowl events (exclusions may apply):
Ticket Network: $150 off orders over $500 with code THR150 or $300 off orders over $1,000 with code THR300
VividSeats: Save $30 on orders over $300 with code THR30
SeatGeek: Save $10 on orders over $250 for new customers with code HOLLYWOOD10
Super Bowl 2025: Where to Find Hotels, Flight Deals
There’s still time to find hotel rooms, flights and packages for Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans. Here are a few options:
United Airlines: More direct flights have been added to United’s routes between Kansas City, Philadelphia and New Orleans.
Expedia: Find hotels, flights, car rentals and more in New Orleans.
Trip Advisor: Find hotels, flights and things to do in New Orleans.
On Location: Find packages starting at $4,050 per person for the Super Bowl; all-inclusive options with hotel and game day transportation start at $7,500 per person.
The Best Super Bowl 2025 Events
Whether you want to rub elbows with A-list superfans and NFL stars, or celebrate charitable causes in NOLA during the Big Game weekend, see THR‘s roundup of the best 2025 Super Bowl parties, shows and events in New Orleans below. Unless otherwise noted, all events are 21 and up and in Central Time.
Friday, Feb. 7
The Block by Athletes First
When: Feb. 7 and 8
Where: Downtown New Orleans
What: Sports representation agency Athletes First will bring a 25,000-square-foot experience, The Block, to four interconnected mansions in downtown New Orleans. Expect food and specialty cocktails by The Guest House, a “Pod Party” hosted by Playmaker with Shaq and Marshawn Lynch, gifting, content studios, brand activations and more.
Pepsi NOLA Eats Fest
When: Feb. 7 and 8 from 12 to 5 p.m.
Where: Woldenberg Park, 1 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130
What: NFL fans can experience the seafood showdown Pepsi Super Bowl Boil, Pepsi-inspired cocktails and eats from 10 local restaurants alongside live entertainment from local musicians.
RSVP: Free at pepsilocaleats.com
Super Bowl LIX Experience Presented by Panini
When: Feb. 7 and 8 from 3 to 10 p.m.
Where: New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, 900 Convention Center Dr., New Orleans, LA
What: The NFL’s official all-ages Super Bowl LIX Experience features games, star player autographs, photos with the Vince Lombardi Trophy and the Super Bowl Rings, exclusive Big Game merch and more. Tickets are $20 to $40; kids 12 and under are free.
Tickets: NFL One Pass, Ticket Network, VividSeats
Shaq’s Fun House
When: Feb. 7 from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Where: Mardi Gras World, 1380 Port of New Orleans Pl., New Orleans, LA 70130
What: Enjoy live performances by John Summit Ludacris, DJ Diesel and more and enjoy Shaq’s Carnival Midway with games, carnival food, circus performers and more entertainment.
Tickets: Tixr, VividSeats, Ticket Network, Gametime,
GQ Bowl
When: Feb. 7 starting at 5 p.m.
Where: Hotel Peter & Paul, 2317 Burgundy St., New Orleans, LA
What: GQ teams with Bode for its first-ever Super Bowl event with a live stream red carpet and runway event featuring the fashion label’s spring 2025 Bode Rec. collection.
The Athlete’s Foot Big Game Weekend Party with a Purpose
When: Feb. 7 from 7 to 10 p.m.
Where: The Athlete’s Foot, 600 Canal St., New Orleans, LA 70130
What: Master P hosts The Athlete’s Foot’s first Big Game event of the weekend to support Team Hope Foundation. The party will include performances by The Phunky Monkeys and an appearance by New Orleans Saints defensive end Carl Granderson.
The One Party by Uber at Super Bowl LIX
When: Feb. 7 at 7 p.m.
Where: Stage 8 at Second Line Stages, 724 Richard St., New Orleans, LA 70130
What: Travis Scott performs at Uber’s exclusive Super Bowl party for Uber One members.
RSVP: Open to Uber One members only
NFL’s 4th Annual A Night of Pride with GLADD Presented by Smirnoff
When: Friday, Feb. 7 from 8 to 11 p.m.
What: NFL brand ambassador Ryan Mitchel hosts the fourth annual A Night of Pride with GLAAD, which will feature performances by Big Freedia and Tank and the Bangas alongside appearances by Miss America Abbie Stockard, NFL star Jeffrey Rohrer, GMA‘s Michael Strahan, Frankie Grande, rapper Saweeti and many others.
House of Verizon Rhude Fashion Showcase
When: Feb. 7 at 9 p.m.
Where: 600 Fulton St., New Orleans, LA 70130
What: Rhude designer Rhuigi Villaseñor will showcase his latest collection at House of Verizon, followed by live performances by Chase B and celebrity appearances.
Tickets: Learn more at My Verizon
UnKommon Events Pre-Game Party
When: Feb. 7 from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m.
Where: Generations Hall, 310 Andrew Higgins Blvd., New Orleans, LA, 70130
What: Diplo and UnKommon will spin at this 2025 Super Bowl pre-game party. A portion of proceeds benefit the American Red Cross to support those affected by the LA wildfires and the Southeast Louisiana Red Cross.
Popeyes x Tequila Don Julio Championship Lineup Celebration
When: Feb. 7 starting at 10 p.m.
Where: 1104 Decatur S., New Orleans, LA 70116
What: Enjoy performances by R&B singer Tinashe and DJs Eric Dlux and Tay James and get a sneak peek at Siegelman Stable’s exclusive collection at the one-night, invite-only event featuring Don Julio cocktails and Popeyes bites.
Saturday, Feb. 8
The Athlete’s Foot x Nike Panel
When: Feb. 8 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: The Athlete’s Foot, 600 Canal St., New Orleans, LA 70130
What: Special guests Jackson Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. and Chicago Bears running back coach Jennifer King will recognize the achievements of the De La Salle Girls Flag Football team during the 2024 Nike Kickoff Classic. The event will include a Q&A panel with Thomas Jr. and King; note there is no parking on site.
The Block by Athletes First
When: Feb. 7 and 8
Where: Downtown New Orleans
What: Sports representation agency Athletes First will bring a 25,000-square-foot experience, The Block, to four interconnected mansions in downtown New Orleans. Expect food and specialty cocktails by The Guest House, a “Pod Party” hosted by Playmaker with Shaq and Marshawn Lynch, gifting, content studios, brand activations and more.
Pepsi NOLA Eats Fest
When: Feb. 8 from 12 to 5 p.m.
Where: Woldenberg Park, 1 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130
What: NFL fans can experience the seafood showdown Pepsi Super Bowl Boil, Pepsi-inspired cocktails and eats from 10 local restaurants alongside live entertainment from local musicians.
RSVP: Free at pepsilocaleats.com
38th Annual Leigh Steinberg Super Bowl Party
When: Feb. 8 from 2 to 5 p.m.
Where: Jazz Museum, 400 Esplanade Ave., New Orleans, LA 70116
What: Guests will enjoy gifting from GBK Brand Bar, beauty treatments from Bodywell and Mend, a Brain Health Summit hosted by Dr. Nicole F. Robert and the Brain and Biohacking Lounge, drinks and food at Leigh Steinberg’s 38th annual Super Bowl party. The event will also showcase the Steinberg DeNicola Humanitarian Awards.
Michael Rubin’s Fanatics Super Bowl Party
When: Feb. 8 from 2 to 6 p.m.
Where: The Sugar Mill, 1021 Convention Center Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70130
What: Fanatics founder and CEO Michael Rubin hosts the invite-only event that will feature performances by Travis Scott, Post Malone, Don Toliver and more.
Complex Family Style Food Festival
When: Feb. 8 from 3 to 8 p.m.
Where: Studio Be, 2941 Royal St., New Orleans, LA 70117
What: Enjoy free food, drinks and entertainment courtesy of Cash App and Square at Complex’s NOLA edition of its Family Style Food Festival. Monkey Tilt will be offering a $1 million jackpot to fans who can “crack the safe,” and attendees can score exclusive merch drops, giveaways and more.
RSVP: Open to the public; RSVP here
Diverse Representation x WME Reception
When: Feb. 8 from 4 to 7 p.m.
Where: New Orleans, LA 70130
What: Diverse Representation and William Morris Endeavor, along with co-host Tracy McGrady bring a private reception for Black athletes, agents, attorneys, team owners and presidents and media personalities. The event includes live entertainment, gifting and food.
Tequila Don Julio 1942 at Royal Sonesta
When: Feb. 8 from 5 to 6 p.m.
Where: Royal Sonesta, 2nd floor balcony
What: DJs John Summit and Dom Dolla will take over the Royal Sonesta stage to celebrate the Big Game in NOLA.
Nike x The Athlete’s Foot Personalization Party
When: Feb. 8 from 7 to 11 p.m.
Where: The Athlete’s Foot, 600 Canal St., New Orleans, LA 70130
What: Get Nike shirts and hoodies personalized at TAF’s customization stations and enjoy performances by Mannie Fresh and the Phunky Monkeys, cocktails and light bites. LA Rams running back Kyren Williams and New Orleans Saints running back Jamaal Williams will also swing by the party.
Maxim Saints & Sinners Big Game Party
When: Feb. 8 from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m.
Where: Generations Hall, 310 Andrew Higgins Blvd., New Orleans, LA, 70130
What: Loud Luxury, Timbaland, Plastik Funk, DJ unKommon and NFL All-Pro Le’Veon Bell will perform at Maxim‘s Super Bowl party, which will also include cocktails, VIP areas and activations.
Tickets: Dice, Ticket Network, Stubhub
Sports Illustrated The Party
When: Feb. 8 from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Where: Mardi Gras World, 1380 Port of New Orleans Pl., New Orleans, LA 70130
What: Sports Illustrated‘s fifth annual Super Bowl party promises performances by Dom Dolla and Diplo; all-inclusive tickets, VIP Clubhouse access and tables available.
Tickets: Tixr, VividSeats, Ticket Network, SeatGeek, Stubhub
House of Verizon x TAO The Big Speakeasy
When: Feb. 8 from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Where: 600 Fulton St., New Orleans, LA 70130
What: TAO and Verizon present a Super Bowl bash with performances by Grammy-winning rappers T-Pain and Doechii, Jermaine Dupri and Chase B.
Tickets: Learn more at My Verizon
Sunday, Feb. 9
Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Tailgate Super Bowl Party
When: Feb. 9 from 12 to 5 p.m.
Where: Mardi Gras World, 1380 Port of New Orleans Pl., New Orleans, LA 70130
What: The all-ages pre-game festival features food, drinks, entertainment and activations with Pepsi, Ram, Bud Light, King’s Hawaiian, Verizon, GNC and more. Super Bowl game tickets are not required and children under 13 do not need a ticket. Beer and liquor will be available for 21+ guests.
Tickets: Tixr, Ticket Network
Super Bowl LIX YouTube Tailgate Concert
When: Feb. 9 at 3 p.m.
Where: Caesars Superdome, 1500 Sugar Bowl Dr., New Orleans, LA 70112
What: Post Malone headlines the Super Bowl LIX YouTube Tailgate Concert which streams exclusively on the NFL’s YouTube channel starting at 3 p.m. CT. The pre-show will be hosted by YouTube creators Kristy and Desmond Scott, Chanen and Juwan Johnson, Monet McMichael and Carter Kench.
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