Scales and Ales

Dive into Abita beer, open wine bars, and the tastes of over 40 New Orleans restaurants at this year's Scales and Ales fundraiser for the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas. Swim amongst live music and other entertainment scattered throughout the Aquarium and onto the plaza overlooking the Mississippi River, all in the spirit of supporting Audubon Nature Institute's sustainability efforts to prevent plastic pollution. VIP early access begins at 7 pm, with a special lounge aboard the Steamboat Natchez. Doors opening to other ticket holders from 8 pm–11 pm. $75; $65 for Audubon Members. audubonnatureinstitute.org/scales-and-ales.