Stonewall Sports New Orleans is an LGBTQ+ and ally community-based non-profit sports organization that includes a bocce league. The Stonewall bocce league provides a fun, inclusive environment for LGBTQ+ players and their allies .

Bocce: Stonewall Sports New Orleans

Stonewall Sports New Orleans organizes an LGBTQ-friendly bowling league, providing community members an inclusive way to compete and socialize. Weekly games include equipment and referees, underscoring the organization’s commitment to fun, inclusive sports .

Bowling: Stonewall Sports New Orleans

Stonewall Sports New Orleans runs a co-ed dodgeball league for LGBTQ+ athletes and allies. The league emphasizes fun, inclusive recreation with provided equipment and social events for participants .

Dodgeball: Stonewall Sports New Orleans

Crescent City Football League is a local co-ed flag football league in New Orleans that welcomes LGBTQ+ players and allies. It provides an inclusive environment for community flag football games .

Flag Football: Crescent City Football League

Stonewall Sports New Orleans organizes an LGBTQ+-friendly kickball league. The league provides uniforms, equipment, and referees for a fun, community-focused season of kickball .

Kickball: Stonewall Sports New Orleans

Stonewall Sports New Orleans also runs a co-ed pickleball league, scheduled for Spring 2025, providing LGBTQ+ community members and allies a friendly environment to play the rapidly growing racquet sport .

Pickleball: Stonewall Sports New Orleans

Founded in 2017, Crescent City Rougaroux is a gay and inclusive rugby club in New Orleans affiliated with International Gay Rugby. The club promotes fraternity, diversity, growth, and community service through rugby, creating a welcoming space for players of all backgrounds .

Rugby: Crescent City Rougaroux

Stonewall Sports New Orleans hosts a running club for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies. The group meets regularly for community runs, encouraging fitness and inclusivity among participants .

Running: Stonewall Sports New Orleans

NOLA Softball League (NSL) is a nonprofit slowpitch softball league founded by members of New Orleans’ LGBTQIA+ community in 2010 . NSL offers multiple divisions of play and aims to foster a positive, inclusive environment for recreation and socializing among players of all backgrounds .

Softball: NOLA Softball League

Stonewall Sports New Orleans organizes an LGBTQ+-inclusive volleyball league, providing weekly games and social events for players. This league is part of Stonewall Sports’ mission to support fun, inclusive sports experiences for all participants .

Volleyball: Stonewall Sports New Orleans

Stonewall Sports New Orleans includes recreational yoga sessions as part of its offerings. These yoga classes, aimed at LGBTQ+ and allied participants, promote wellness and inclusivity in a non-competitive environment .

Yoga: Stonewall Sports New Orleans

New Orleans

New Orleans' LGBTQ+ community is centered in the French Quarter and Marigny neighborhoods, with a unique queer culture that celebrates the city's rich history. Popular venues include Oz, Bourbon Pub & Parade, and The Country Club. Southern Decadence is one of the largest LGBTQ+ celebrations in the South, and the city hosts various queer events throughout the year. New Orleans' unique blend of French, Spanish, and American cultures creates a distinctive queer scene that embraces diversity and celebration.

Live drawing to determine first round matchups, game play order, and start times for the Swamp Romp event. This will be broadcast on Instagram.

Instagram Live

Swamp Romp Live Drawing

A live Instagram drawing to set up matchups and game times for the Swamp Romp event.

Rugby all day. Hits all day. Sideline chaos all day. Come early, stay loud, hydrate aggressively, and watch the Roux girls defend the bayou the only way we know how — physical, proud, and just a little unhinged.

Dog Park Pitch

Swamp Romp 2026

A rugby tournament with multiple teams playing on two pitches.

The Crescent City Rougaroux rugby team hosts weekly practice sessions. The practices are part of their community-building efforts, welcoming players of all skill levels and promoting values of community, diversity, growth, and service. The event provides an opportunity for team members and newcomers to train, learn, and connect.

Crescent City Rougaroux

Weekly Practice

A fundraising drag show event titled 'Ruck The Runway' featuring performances to support the Crescent City Rougaroux rugby team. The event is scheduled for March 14, 2026, from 20:00 to 22:00, in New Orleans, LA. Further details about the venue and additional event information are not provided.

Oz New Orleans

Ruck The Runway - Drag Show Fundraiser

A drag show fundraiser to support the Crescent City Rougaroux team going to the Bingham Cup 2026 in Brisbane, Australia.

A social event with Jell-O shots for $1 and beer or seltzer for $2. All proceeds support inclusive rugby. #BRISBANE2026

Phoenix Bar

Seltzer Social

A social party with affordable drinks to support inclusive rugby.

New players welcome. No experience needed. Just bring the energy, cleats, & water.

Marconi Pitch

Team Practice Mondays

A weekly outdoor sports practice for new players to join and learn a team game.

Practice

New Orleans Pride Center

Team Practice

The Phoenix

A social event at The Phoenix for the LGBTQ+ community.

Beer bust with crop tops and chaos for a cause. $1 jell-o shots, $2 seltzers, and all proceeds going to support inclusive rugby on the road to Brisbane 2026. Theme: Crop-Top Craze.

Beer Bust

A party featuring beer, jell-o shots, and seltzers with a crop-top theme to support inclusive rugby.

A practice session at Marconi Pitch hosted by Crescent City Rougaroux.

Pizza for a purpose! Write “RUGBY” on your receipt and 25% of your purchase goes to support the Crescent City Rougaroux. Offer valid on food and beverage (including alcohol!) dine-in, take-out, and catering. Does NOT include delivery apps.

Louisiana Pizza Kitchen Uptown

Crescent City Rougaroux Fundraiser

A fundraiser at Louisiana Pizza Kitchen Uptown where 25% of your food and beverage purchase supports the Crescent City Rougaroux rugby team.

Rugby: Crescent City Rougaroux

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Events by this league

Past events (last 90 days)

February 2026

Swamp Romp Live Drawing

Swamp Romp 2026

March 2026

Weekly Practice

Ruck The Runway - Drag Show Fundraiser

Seltzer Social

Team Practice Mondays

April 2026

Practice

Team Practice

Seltzer Social

Beer Bust

Practice

Practice

Crescent City Rougaroux Fundraiser

Practice

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