Join New Orleans Katrina Commemoration, Inc. and Hip Hop Caucus for events honoring the remembrance and rebuilding of our communities 20 years after Hurricane Katrina. This milestone features a lineup of events all summer that reflect on the past and mobilize for the future we deserve—including a Climate Comedy Showcase bringing levity and awareness through youth voices, a Black Tie Gala celebrating community champions and culture, and additional gatherings focused on healing, action, and solidarity. Explore the full list of events and find ways to engage, reflect, and rise together.
Climate Comedy Event: Workshop and Contest
Saturday, July 19, 2025
1701 Elysian Fields Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70117
Doors open at 5pm CT
Join us in New Orleans for the Climate Comedy Event and Comedy Contest featuring high school students. Hosted by Rude Jude and Chuck Nice.
Inaugural Katrina Black Tie Fundraising Gala
Saturday, July 26, 2025
2222 Poydras Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70119
Doors open at 8pm CT
The Inaugural Katrina Black Tie Gala Saturday July 26th, 2025. Hosted by Wild Wayne and Margaret Orr. Semi Formal attire strictly enforced.
Katrina March and Second Line
Friday, August 29, 2025
North Gálvez Street & Jourdan Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70117
Begins at 10:20am CT
This will be the largest celebration of NOLA culture and hope for a better New Orleans that commemorates Hurricane Katrina. RSVP today.