meet & Greets
Exclusive small-group experiences at iconic New Orleans locations. Walk where the Mikaelsons walked.
Beyond the ballroom, experience intimate moments with the cast at locations that shaped the world of The Originals. Each meet and greet is limited to ensure a personal, unhurried connection with the talent. These experiences take place throughout the day on Saturday before the evening's Mikaelson Ball.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 31, 2026
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Ticket Required
Meet & Greets are available exclusively to Ball or Convention ticket holders. Get first access before they open to the public.
Limited Availability
Each experience is strictly limited to ensure quality time with the cast. Once sold out, they're gone. Don't wait.
Saturday Daytime
All meet and greets take place throughout the day on Saturday, the 31st, before the evening Mikaelson Ball begins.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Morning experiences
Hotel Royal
Step inside the very hotel where Klaus and Elijah's most iconic scenes were filmed. This historic French Quarter landmark served as the backdrop for countless Mikaelson moments. Now, meet the brothers themselves in the space where vampire history was made.
Includes pastries and coffee
Cafe Beignet
Experience the charm of New Orleans at one of the French Quarter's most beloved cafes. Share beignets, coffee, and conversation with Claire and Charles in an intimate setting that captures the spirit of the city the Mikaelsons called home.
Includes beignets and coffee
Paint and Jrink
Get creative with the Mikaelson women! Join Riley and Danielle for a unique painting experience where you'll create art together while sharing stories and conversation. Take home a one-of-a-kind memory and your own painted masterpiece.
Includes pastries and coffee
The Escape Room
Team up with the original vampire parents for an unforgettable adventure! Solve puzzles, uncover mysteries, and bond with Sebastian and Alice in this one-of-a-kind interactive meet and greet. Can you escape alongside the Mikaelson patriarch and matriarch?
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Afternoon experience
Tea Time at The Ritz
An ultra-intimate afternoon tea experience with Claire Holt at The Ritz Carlton. Only 10 guests will share this elegant, unhurried hour with Rebekah herself. Fine tea, a delicious lunch, and conversation in one of New Orleans' most prestigious settings.
Includes lunch with tea service
Secure Your Experience
Meet and Greet tickets sell fast. Get your Ball or General Admission Con ticket first to unlock access.