What is the bag policy at House of Blues New Orleans ?
Bags up to 12 × 6 × 12 inches are allowed. All bags are searched before entry, and non-clear bags are subject to additional inspection. Bags outside the policy are not permitted.
New Orleans, LA venue guide
Plan your visit to House of Blues New Orleans in New Orleans, LA with entrance, accessibility, transit, parking, dining, and upcoming event details.
Bag policy
Bags up to 12 × 6 × 12 inches are allowed. All bags are searched before entry, and non-clear bags are subject to additional inspection. Bags outside the policy are not permitted.
Entrances
House of Blues New Orleans is at 225 Decatur Street. Guests are screened with wand, walk-through metal detection, and/or pat-downs before entry. There is no re-entry. The box office opens two hours before doors on show days (and Fridays 2–5 p.m.). Spending at the Restaurant & Bar can yield a Pass the Line voucher for priority entrance on most shows.
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Bags up to 12 × 6 × 12 inches are allowed. All bags are searched before entry, and non-clear bags are subject to additional inspection. Bags outside the policy are not permitted.
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Accessible entrances and parking are available; the ADA elevator is to the right of the main entry stairs. Accessible tickets are sold online via Live Nation or at the box office. All Music Hall bars are accessible, with a lowered countertop at the Memphis Bar and accessible seating in the Restaurant & Bar. Assistive listening uses Listen Everywhere (or a loaner receiver with photo ID). ASL requests need at least two weeks’ notice to HOBNOLAHelp@livenation.com.
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Policies can change by event. Venue signs, staff, and official event notices are the source of truth at the door.
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225 Decatur Street, New Orleans, LA, 70130
Parking
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Official operating notes that apply across events at this venue.
Food and drinks are sold at the Restaurant & Bar before shows and at Music Hall bars and bites during concerts; Foundation Room offers a more upscale menu. Outside food and beverages are prohibited. Once inside, concessions and bars are cashless (cards and mobile pay); cash-to-card conversion is available without a service fee.
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Restrooms are located throughout the venue, and all restrooms are accessible.
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In-venue Gear Shops sell House of Blues merchandise; gift cards may be used at Gear Shops, the Restaurant/Bar, and the Music Hall.
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