Halloween in New Orleans is getting an unusually early start for 2013 - thanks to Friday the 13th

... fare, live music, psychic readings, and mermaids and mermen offering samples of The Affordable Healing Arts' massage therapy. Admission: $15 until Sept. 19; $20 until Oct. 18; $25 at the door; $45 for Lasiren's VIP Lounge (space limited). Must be at ...

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