Axeman’s Ball, presented by Krewe of BOO!, is New Orleans’ most seductive descent into history, mystery, and masquerade—a night where Jazz Age glamour meets the city’s darker legends and Halloween spirit lives far beyond October.
Inspired by the unsolved mystery of the Axeman of New Orleans, the ball draws from the shadowy elegance of the early 20th century: Art Deco decadence, roaring music, masked intrigue, and the unmistakable pulse of a city that has always danced with danger.
As a mid-summer All Hallows tribute, Axeman’s Ball extends the spirit of Halloween year-round, much like Krewe of BOO! extends Carnival traditions into October. Where the parade fills the streets with spectacle, Axeman’s Ball fills the night with atmosphere—music, movement, mystery, and elegance under low light.
Guests are invited to step into Roaring Twenties–inspired attire with a dark edge, transforming the ballroom into a living tableau of flappers, gangsters, femme fatales, and masked unknowns. Every feather, fringe, and tailored silhouette becomes part of the story.
Rooted in New Orleans history and presented with unmistakable flair, Axeman’s Ball honors the city’s greatest tradition: transforming even its darkest stories into beauty, ritual, and unforgettable celebration.
When the music starts and the masks go on, you’re not just attending a ball.
You’re entering a legend. 🎷🖤
THE BALL
LOCATION
TOULOUSE THEATRE
615 Toulouse Street has a robust history of presenting the very best in live music and entertainment from across the world since 1970, right in the heart of the French Quarter of New Orleans
DATE
MARCH 20, 2026
Kick off the Roaring 20's vibe where Jazz music will play and people will dance like it's 1922. In a city over 300 years old, we will celebrate the last century's innovation and dedication to the art of Jazz.
TIME
DOORS @ 7:30pm
Wear your best Prohibition-Era style costume and join Krewe of BOO! as we host the annual Axeman's Ball on March 20, 2026. The evening begins at 7:30 p.m. and ends around 11 p.m.
THE POSTER
2026 Official Axeman's Ball Poster
Step into the mystery and allure of New Orleans’ most seductive night with the official 2026 Krewe of BOO Axeman’s Ball poster, featuring stunning original artwork by Pashur House. Inspired by the legendary Axeman and the dark glamour of the Jazz Age, this limited-run 11” x 17” collector’s print captures the spirit of the ball where music, mischief, and mystery collide.
Limited quantities available. Once they’re gone, they’re gone.
THE HISTORY
The Axeman of New Orleans: The Legend Behind the Ball
Axeman’s Ball takes its name from this chilling chapter in the city’s past, honoring New Orleans’ unique ability to turn darkness into legend, history into atmosphere, and danger into unforgettable celebration.
Discover the history and the ball's namesake.
THE BLOG
Explore the legend behind the ball, the culture that shaped it, and the style that brings it to life: masks, music, Art Deco decadence, and the city’s everlasting love of transformation. Step in, dress up, and stay curious—the night has stories to tell.
Explore New Orleans history, Jazz Age glamour, and a touch of midnight mystery collide.
THE GALLERY
