A black limousine with the words 'NOLA GHOST RIDERS' on its side parked in front of a spooky, dark cemetery at night. The scene includes a full moon, gothic grave markers, a wrought iron gate with two black birds on top, and a misty, eerie atmosphere.

A Hauntingly-Good Night
in New Orleans

An after-hours event during the Business Group on Health 2026 Annual Conference

April 23 | New Orleans, LA

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Join us for an unforgettably scary-good time in the Big Easy

If you’re attending the Business Group on Health 2026 Annual Conference, join Humankind for an exclusive after-hours experience designed to add a little intrigue to your time in New Orleans. On Thursday, April 23, following the day’s official conference programming, we’ll depart from Generations Hall for a private NOLA Ghost Riders bus tour through the city’s most storied cemeteries and haunted history.

This guided evening blends local legend, lively storytelling, and a distinctly New Orleans atmosphere. When the night concludes, guests will be returned to the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel — just in time to unwind, or reflect on what you’ve encountered.

What to expect

  • A private, two-hour NOLA Ghost Riders guided bus tour

  • Stories of New Orleans’ cemeteries, legends, and haunted past

  • Heavy appetizers and spirits (the drinkable AND spectral kind…) provided by the VooDoo Lounge

  • Transportation from the BGH event at Generations Hall and to the Sheraton New Orleans hotel after

  • A great time with our colleagues and peers!

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Things to Do Near the Sheraton, New Orleans

FOOD & DRINK

  1. Muriel’s Jackson Square (12 min walk, 0.5 mi)
    A classic New Orleans restaurant overlooking Jackson Square, known for Creole cuisine and its famously haunted reputation.

  2. The Carousel Bar & Lounge (5 min walk, 0.2 mi)
    An iconic rotating bar inside Hotel Monteleone, perfect for a pre- or post-dinner cocktail with a touch of history.

  3. French 75 Bar (8min walk, 0.3 mi)
    An intimate, refined cocktail bar offering classic New Orleans charm in a quieter setting.

  4. Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar (18 min walk, 0.8 mi)
    One of the oldest bars in the U.S., steeped in legend and candlelit atmosphere.

HISTORICAL SITES

  1. Jackson Square (12 min walk, 0.5 mi)
    The historic heart of the French Quarter, surrounded by centuries-old architecture, artists, and evening energy.

  2. St. Louis Cathedral (12 min walk, 0.5 mi)
    The oldest continuously active cathedral in the United States and an iconic New Orleans landmark.

  3. French Quarter (13 min walk, 0.6 mi)
    A walkable neighborhood filled with historic buildings, Bourbon Street, iron balconies, live music, and unmistakable character.

  4. Royal Street (15 min ride, 2.4 mi)
    Known for its art galleries, antiques, and beautifully preserved architecture—especially lively in the evenings.

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Jackson Square in New Orleans with St. Louis Cathedral, horse-drawn carriages, and a vibrant sunset in the sky.
Corner view of a historic two-story building with red brick walls, black wrought iron balcony railings, and green window shutters on the upper floor, with a bar or restaurant entrance on the ground floor labeled 'Mariel's'.
A lively outdoor market on a city street with colorful paintings and art for sale, people sitting at tables, a red building with a balcony, and various vendors and pedestrians.
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Spots are limited, but please feel free to forward this to your colleagues and/or peers. This event is open to employer benefits leaders attending the Business Group on Health 2026 annual conference.

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