The Black Jacket Symphony: Elton John’s “Madman Across the Water”
Oct. 3
The Black Jacket Symphony recreates Elton John’s album “Madman Across the Water” in its entirety, plus some of John’s other hits at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center. jeffersonpac.com
“Murder for Two”
Oct. 3-20
Two actors play 13 roles in this witty musical tribute to classic murder mysteries at Le Petit Theatre. A small-town police officer must try to solve the murder of a celebrated novelist. One actor plays the police officer; the other actor plays all of the suspects. lepetittheatre.com
“Girl from the North Country”
Oct. 15-20
Wayward travelers cross paths in a guesthouse in Duluth, Minnesota in this musical featuring 20 classic songs from folk legend Bob Dylan, on stage at the Saenger Theatre. saengernola.com
New Orleans Film Fest
Oct. 16-27
The 35th annual New Orleans Film Fest returns to October after three years in November. Venues across the city will host a wide variety of films. Previous years have included future Oscar nominees and winners like “American Fiction,” “Moonlight,” “Knives Out” and “12 Years a Slave.” neworleansfilmsociety.org
Maxwell
Oct. 19
R&B star Maxwell comes to the Smoothie King Center as part of his Serenade Tour. Special guests Jazmine Sullivan and October London will also perform. smoothiekingcenter.com
Jim Henson’s “Labyrinth” in Concert
Oct. 22
The Orpheum Theater will host a screening of the 1986 cult classic film “Labyrinth” accompanied by a live orchestra. orpheumnola.net
Krewe of BOO
Oct. 24
If you’re missing Mardi Gras or if you just love Halloween, head to the French Quarter to check out the Krewe of BOO. The parade features bands, dance groups and spooky, Halloween-themed floats. kreweofboo.com
Top Taco
Oct. 24
Lafreniere Park once again hosts Top Taco, where festival-goers can sample unlimited tacos and signature cocktails. Some of the best restaurants in New Orleans will be competing to win awards in four categories. There will also be music, as well as tequila and mezcal tastings. toptaconola.com
Brews and Boos
Oct. 25
Scare up a good time with City Park’s Brews and Boos, an adults-only night in the Carousel Gardens Amusement Park featuring a generous amount of beers and fun frights for this Halloween-themed party. neworleanscitypark.org
New Orleans Ballet Theater: “Dracula”
Oct. 27
The New Orleans Ballet Theater will stage an adaptation of Bram Stoker’s classic novel at the Orpheum Theater using a variety of musical genres. orpheumnola.net
Brett Goldstein: The Second Best Night Of Your Life
Oct. 4
“Ted Lasso” star Brett Goldstein brings his standup show to the Saenger Theater for one night only. saengernola.com
Upper Deck Golf
Oct. 4-5
Upper Deck Golf is offering participants a once-in-a-lifetime experience to hit tee shots from the upper deck of Caesars Superdome, custom greens on the field plus food, music and beers in the clubhouse. caesarssuperdome.com
Patti Labelle
Oct. 11
Legendary Grammy-winning singer Patti LaBelle comes to the Orpheum Theater for one night only. orpheumnola.net
