FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media contact: Heidi Cotten, Executive Director
Magazine Street Merchants Association
office@magazinestreet.com | (504) 224-9994 (call or text)
Art for Art’s Sake Returns to Magazine Street October 3
Free evening of art, live music and after-hours shopping kicks off the fall arts season
NEW ORLEANS — September 23, 2026 — Art for Art’s Sake returns to Magazine Street on Saturday, October 3, from 6 to 9 p.m., inviting locals and visitors to explore galleries, shop local businesses and enjoy live music. Presented by Gulf Coast Bank & Trust and organized by the Magazine Street Merchants Association (MSMA), the annual fall event is free and open to the public.
Participating galleries, shops and restaurants will welcome guests for a family-friendly evening of art shows, special offers and extended shopping hours. Admission is free for all ages, with no ticket required. Complimentary white wine will be available at participating locations for guests ages 21 and older.
There is no designated starting or ending point. Visit the event landing page to see participating businesses, pick a spot and go! Gulf Coast Bank & Trust will have its streetcar trolley offering free hop-on, hop-off stops along Magazine Street during the event.
Art for Art’s Sake 2026 is presented by MSMA member Gulf Coast Bank & Trust. MSMA member Breaux Mart is the exclusive wine sponsor, and branded event cups are sponsored by MSMA member St. New Orleans & Co. Glass Half Full will provide glass recycling, sponsored by New Orleans & Co.
Event details and participating businesses: https://magazinestreet.com/event/art-for-art-sake/
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MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES
For advance features, television segments or event-night coverage, contact Heidi Cotten at office@magazinestreet.com or (504) 224-9994 to arrange a phone or in-person interview. Visual story opportunities listed on the event page include Alex Beard repainting his studio’s outdoor murals at 3926 Magazine Street and live music at Casey Langteau Art, 3649 Magazine Street. Contact MSMA to coordinate coverage and confirm timing.