Special Events
FRIDAY, MARCH 19, AND SUNDAY, MARCH 21, 2027
Unforgettable themed experiences across iconic New Orleans locations, available Friday and Sunday.
From haunted streets to upscale brunches, step into the world of The Originals beyond the ballroom. Tours, parties, and intimate gatherings bring you closer to the city and the cast that shaped the show.
Each Special Event is curated for atmosphere and access, offering moments you won't find anywhere else.
These events require valid convention admission for the day they take place.
Admission Required
Check before purchasing. Friday special events require Friday admission; Sunday special events require Sunday admission.
Limited Capacity
Every event is capped to keep each experience intimate and unhurried. Once a Special Event sells out, it's gone — secure your spot early.
Friday & Sunday
Special Events are offered at select times on Friday and Sunday. Each comes with its own unique features and one-of-a-kind moments.
KEy information
New Orleans Bus Tour
A guided journey through the city the Mikaelsons called home. The same French Quarter streets, the same haunted beauty that shaped The Originals — seen with new eyes and a thousand years of history.
Cast Attending
What's Included
- Stops at Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, Tremé, and Hurricane Katrina sites
- Selfie with talent at the end of the tour
Cocktail Party
A night of conversation in the warm, gilded glow of a Mikaelson-worthy evening. Settle in close — the cast moves through the room, and so does the story.
Cast Attending
What's Included
- Signature cocktails, mocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages
- Delicious bites throughout the evening
- Take-home gift bag
- Candid photographer (photos available digitally upon talent approval)
Format: two talent open with a 30-minute Q&A and 30-minute mingling; remaining talent take the second hour in the same format.
Ghost Tour
The French Quarter falls behind you. Ahead: a place where the city's darker stories still linger, and a cemetery that doesn't forget. Ninety minutes among the spirits of New Orleans — in company that knows a thing or two about the undead.
Cast Attending
What's Included
- Check-in at 9:00pm (bus departs 9:15pm)
- Haunted location outside the French Quarter, including a historic cemetery
- Selfie with talent at the end of the tour
Friday Special Events
The Mikaelson Brunch
A long, unhurried table with the family that made New Orleans their own. Conversation over the city's flavors, a moment to ask the things you've always wanted to ask, and time enough to let it all sink in.
Cast Attending
What's Included
- Upscale brunch with New Orleans twists
- Refreshing non-alcoholic beverages and juices
- 15-minute cast Q&A
- Cast mingling at every table
- Candid photographer (photos available digitally upon talent approval)
- Take-home gift bag
Witches Brew
Step into the coven's circle. An afternoon with the powerful witches who shaped the supernatural side of the city — equal parts ritual, mischief, and good company. Something dark and a little wicked.
Cast Attending
What's Included
- Brew potions with the most powerful witches in the realm
- Bloody Mary bar
- Wicked bites
- Group photo on your personal device with the talent
Sunday Special Events
Secure Your Experience
Special Event tickets sell fast. Get your Crescent City Convention admission tickets first to unlock access.