Scales and Ales - Audubon Aquarium - New Orleans, Louisiana

Thank you for making Scales & Ales 2023 a night to remember!

Dive into the new Audubon Aquarium and Audubon Insectarium!

Scales & Ales celebrates Audubon Coastal Wildlife Network’s sea turtle conservation efforts on October 6, 2023 at the newly imagined Audubon Aquarium and Audubon Insectarium.

Scales & Ales 2023 Event Program

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FRIDAY • OCTOBER 6, 2023 • 8 PM - 11 PM

AT AUDUBON AQUARIUM & AUDUBON INSECTARIUM

Scales & Ales returns as one of the highlights of New Orleans’ fall social season to support wildlife conservation while enjoying the magic of Audubon Aquarium and Audubon Insectarium after dark! 2023 marks the 11th Scales & Ales event—the first to be celebrated in the Aquarium’s imaginatively transformed space.

This event is 21 & older and the dress code is dressy-casual. General Admission starts at 8 PM. Patron/Sponsor admissions starts at 7 PM. Tickets are on sale now!

Sponsor & Patron Benefits

Patron Benefits:

Early Admission at 7PM
Exclusive Access to VIP Area and Stage Lounge

Sponsor Benefits:

Early Admission at 7PM
Exclusive Access to VIP Area and Stage Lounge
Reserved Seating in VIP Area
Sponsorship Recognition on Event Marketing & Printed Materials

FAQs

Q. Where should I park?

A. There are many paid parking options available near the Audubon Aquarium:

- - Premium Parking
    - 333 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130
    - 300 N. Peters St, New Orleans, LA 70130
    - 400 S. Peters St, New Orleans, LA 70130
  - Hilton “Whale Wall” Lot Only
    - 728 Convention Center Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70130
  - LAZ Parking Garage
    - 100 Poydras St, New Orleans, LA 70130
- Rideshare drop-off and pick-up location is at N. Front St and Bienville St.

Q. What should I wear?

A. The dress code for the evening is dressy-casual. Think business attire or date-night attire! Men can wear slacks, dress pants, button-ups, polos, etc. Jackets and ties are optional.

Women can wear cocktail dresses, “corporate-chic” looks, etc. Jeans or shorts are not appropriate dress for the event.

Q. What tickets options are available?

A. You may purchase either a General Admission ticket or a Patron ticket for Scales & Ales 2023.

Q. What is included with my General Admission ticket?

A. Scales & Ales is a fundraising event featuring delectable cuisine, beer and wine, specialty cocktails, and live music at Audubon’s state-of-the-art downtown facility. A General Admission ticket for Scales & Ales allows you entrance at 8PM and access to bites and beverages from dozens of New Orleans’ favorite restaurants. Your ticket also gives you access to explore the re-imagined Audubon Aquarium and Audubon Insectarium.

Q. What is included with a Patron ticket?

A. A Patron ticket includes everything a General Admission ticket offers, plus exclusive food, entertainment, and open bars serving spirits from Sazerac Company! Sponsors and patrons have early entry to the party at 7PM, as well as access to multiple VIP spaces that include exclusive food, beverages, and entertainment.

Q. How do I become a sponsor of Scales & Ales 2023?

A. We have many sponsorship opportunities still available for Scales & Ales! Contact Hillary Christiansen at [email protected] for more information.

Any additional questions

Call us at (504) 861-5107 or email [email protected]!