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A cocktail experience so haunting, you'll swear the spirits are real.

Step into the shadows and immerse yourself in “The Tales of the Macabre,” an hour-long anthology of dark legends and haunting folklore inspired by the mysteries of New Orleans and the surrounding bayou. Part cocktail event, part theatrical production, and part haunted mansion, this exclusive event weaves together storytelling and mixology to bring four chilling tales to life.

As you explore the haunted mansion, you will come across a series of 4 tableaus where our Tale Tellers will recount and reimagine these eerie tales as our macabre mixologist crafts a 3-part cocktail experience that embodies the essence of each legend.

Afterwards stay and enjoy The EEIRE Adventurer's Club, our haunted 1930's English Explorer's Club and Cabaret, home to The Eerie Adventurer's Society. It's a social club for supernatural creatures, eccentric explorers and mad scientists. Within this ancient parlor of horror, science fiction and adventure, our guests are entertained among the unusual and the bizarre! The Cabaret Show typically starts around 7:30pm and offers access to those who want to experience the cabaret without having to do the Tales of the Macabre but still want to check out the Mortuary. Typically, no cover is required but is limited by availability. And we insist on wearing smart casual attire.

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Tales of the Macabre

Step into the shadows and immerse yourself in “The Tales of the Macabre,” an hour-long anthology of dark legends and haunting folklore inspired by the mysteries of New Orleans and the surrounding bayou.

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A 16th century style portrait of Marie Laveau.

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David Taylor5/10/2025

Love it! I've been coming here annually for 5 years for the haunted house. It's first rate. This was our first time for the off season cocktails and macabre event and it was a super great time. We highly recommend the Mortuary.

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Memento Mori5/17/2025

This is such a fun and exciting Summer outing for couples or a group. The actors storytelling was so immersive, the club was posh and cocktails were tasty. We're going back this weekend with friends.

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Sarah5/24/2025

Went for the 'The Tales of the Macabre,' an hour-long anthology of dark legends and haunting folklore inspired by the mysteries of New Orleans. The cocktails were great and the actors/actresses did an amazing job!

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Samantha Siegel5/12/2025

Attended the Tales of the Macabre event here and it was a fantastic experience. The drinks were delicious (and strong), actors and staff were lovely, and the ambience/staging was impeccable throughout the corridors and post lounge area. Highly recommend!

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We offer multiple pickup locations around New Orleans, including the most popular spots and hotels. This ensures that starting your journey is as easy and hassle-free as possible.

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Tales of the Macabre Gallery

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A haunted house actor dressed as a skeleton holding a scythe.
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A street view of the Mortuary Haunted HOuse
Three haunted house actors sitting around a bar and drinking red wine.