In late November, the City of New Orleans announced regulations regarding the permitting process to host live entertainment in indoor and outdoor settings. All live entertainment in Orleans Parish requires a COVID-19 Special Event Permit or a Certificate of Registration, even when it involves a concert on the front porch of a musician’s home.
“Live entertainment—including musical acts, theatrical plays, stand-up comedy, magic, dance performances, DJs, and burlesque and drag performances—will be allowed in outdoor and some indoor settings with either a Special Event Permit or a Certificate of Registration issued by the Department of Safety and Permits.”
“In accordance with Louisiana State Fire Marshal guidelines, singing, karaoke, and wind-blown instruments are not allowed in indoor settings, and live entertainment is not allowed indoors in bars or breweries.”
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