Naughty N’awlins is not just another lifestyle event.

It is one of the largest lifestyle conventions and hotel takeovers in the world, bringing thousands of open-minded couples and lifestyle travelers to New Orleans every single year.

The event combines:

• Massive themed ballroom parties
• Private Bourbon Street takeovers
• Foam parties
• Pool parties
• Educational workshops
• Dungeon and BDSM spaces
• Playrooms
• Meet and greets
• Live DJs
• Live music
• Lifestyle classes
• Sexy nightlife

…into what honestly feels like a nonstop adults-only convention mixed with Bourbon Street chaos and lifestyle energy.

And yes… it sells out every single year.

What Makes Naughty N’awlins Different?

Unlike many lifestyle events that focus mostly on resorts or pool parties, Naughty N’awlins combines the actual city of New Orleans with a giant lifestyle takeover atmosphere.

That means your experience is not limited to one hotel ballroom or one nightclub.

During Naughty N’awlins, the event takes over major portions of Bourbon Street itself with private daytime parties, club events, themed takeovers, foam parties, and exclusive lifestyle spaces only accessible to registered attendees. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

The atmosphere becomes something completely different from normal Bourbon Street tourism.

Instead of random crowds, attendees are surrounded by thousands of open-minded lifestyle travelers all there for the same event.

The Event Sells Out Every Year

One thing first timers NEED to understand:

Naughty N’awlins regularly sells out.

The main host hotels often sell out months in advance, especially the Astor Crowne Plaza.

As of this writing, the event has continued growing year after year, and overflow hotels sometimes have to be added due to demand.

If you are seriously considering going, it is honestly best to book EARLY.

Waiting too long can leave you:

• Stuck on waitlists
• Forced into overflow hotels
• Unable to get preferred room types
• Completely unable to attend

IMPORTANT: Event Tickets & Hotels Are Separate Costs

This is one of the biggest things that confuses first timers.

Your Naughty N’awlins event package DOES NOT include your hotel room. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

The process generally works like this:

• First you purchase your event package
• After purchasing, you receive the hotel booking link
• You then separately book your required hotel stay
• The hotel cost is an additional expense beyond the event ticket

You also cannot simply book directly with the hotel yourself.

The event controls the room blocks, and attendees must use the official booking links provided after registration.

As of this writing, Naughty requires attendees to stay at one of their official host hotels in order to fully participate in the event.

The Main Naughty N’awlins Hotels

Hotel setups can change in future years, but as of this writing, Naughty N’awlins primarily revolves around three major host hotels.

Astor Crowne Plaza

The Astor Crowne Plaza is typically considered the MAIN hub of Naughty N’awlins.

Located directly on Canal Street at the entrance to Bourbon Street, this is where many of the biggest ballroom parties, playrooms, vendors, meet and greets, seminars, and nightlife activities happen.

The Astor is usually the first hotel to sell out because many attendees want to stay right in the middle of the biggest parties and Bourbon Street action.

This hotel tends to have the biggest party energy.

NOPSI Hotel

The NOPSI is generally viewed as the more upscale and nicer hotel option.

It features a beautiful rooftop pool area and usually hosts the famous Naughty Dungeon along with BDSM and kink-focused activities.

Many attendees who want a slightly more upscale experience or are heavily into BDSM, fetish, and dungeon play often prefer NOPSI.

NOPSI still hosts major events and parties, but the atmosphere often feels slightly more boutique compared to the nonstop chaos of the Astor.

The Saint Hotel

The Saint Hotel is commonly used for guests booking the shorter 3-night packages. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}

It sits between the Astor and NOPSI and still provides easy access to all of the event activities.

As of this writing, this hotel is commonly associated with Thursday-to-Sunday attendees, although setups can change in future years. :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}

Overflow hotels are also sometimes added if demand becomes too high. :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}

Private Bourbon Street Parties

One of the most unique parts of Naughty N’awlins is the daytime Bourbon Street party scene.

The event takes over numerous bars, clubs, saloons, and venues throughout Bourbon Street with private parties only accessible to attendees. :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}

This can include:

• Foam parties
• Topless parties
• Strip club events
• Lifestyle-friendly bars
• Meetups
• Games and contests
• Dance parties
• Pool parties

The private daytime Bourbon Street parties are honestly one of the biggest things that separate Naughty from most other lifestyle events.

Theme Nights & Ballroom Parties

At night, the event shifts into giant themed ballroom parties and nightlife experiences.

Naughty N’awlins is famous for elaborate costumes, sexy outfits, fetishwear, body paint, lingerie, masks, glow gear, and themed ballroom energy.

Many attendees go ALL OUT for theme nights.

Popular themes often include:

• Fetish Night
• Glow / Neon Night
• Masquerade Ball
• Through The Looking Glass
• Mardi Gras themes
• Bordello themes

The ballroom areas at the Astor often become packed with DJs, dancing, sexy costumes, lifestyle socializing, and nonstop energy late into the night. :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}

Workshops, Classes & Education

Naughty N’awlins is not just about partying.

One thing that makes the event stand out is how many educational workshops and classes are included throughout the week.

Topics often include:

• BDSM
• Tantra
• Couples massage
• Jealousy management
• Relationship communication
• Kink education
• Improving intimacy
• Lifestyle guidance

This educational side of Naughty is honestly one of the reasons many people return year after year.

Can You Buy Day Passes?

Sometimes.

As of this writing, Naughty occasionally releases a very limited number of day passes closer to the event if cancellations occur or additional space becomes available.

However, people absolutely should NOT count on getting them.

Day passes are usually extremely limited and often go very fast.

Honestly, if you truly want the full Naughty N’awlins experience, it is best to book the full package early instead of hoping day passes become available later.

Final Thoughts From Unchained Travel

Naughty N’awlins is honestly one of the most unique lifestyle events anywhere in the United States.

Very few events combine:

• Bourbon Street nightlife
• Massive ballroom parties
• Lifestyle workshops
• Dungeon spaces
• Foam parties
• Hotel takeovers
• Educational tracks
• Sexy social energy
• Thousands of lifestyle travelers

…into one giant adults-only experience the way Naughty N’awlins does.

If you are considering going, book early.

The event regularly sells out, the best hotels disappear quickly, and waiting too long can easily leave you stuck on waitlists or unable to attend altogether.

At Unchained Travel, we help travelers navigate lifestyle events, cruises, takeovers, and adults-only vacations to help find the experience that best matches their comfort level and travel style.