Hi-Ho Lounge Will Reopen in New Orleans
Owners Miek Davis and Melissa Politte are bringing the historic venue back to St. Claude Avenue.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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The Hi-Ho Lounge will host a soft opening on September 25, 2026, at its original 2239 St. Claude Ave. location. New owners Miek Davis and Melissa Politte are set to launch official programming at the venue on October 1.
Why it matters
The reopening aims to restore the venue as a community-centered neighborhood space following the closure of its successor, No Dice. The new ownership intends to preserve the site's history while honoring previously scheduled events.
The Hi-Ho Lounge returns to 2239 St. Claude Ave. after being closed for two years. This transition follows the departure of No Dice, which vacated the space on September 13.
The players
Miek Davis
Miek Davis is one of the new owners overseeing the restoration of the Hi-Ho Lounge.
Melissa Politte
Melissa Politte is a co-owner currently managing the preparation of the St. Claude Avenue venue.
Krewe of Dolly
The Krewe of Dolly is a local organization collaborating with ownership to host the soft opening.
DJ Soul Sister
DJ Soul Sister is a performer scheduled to bring her recurring HUSTLE! party to the venue.
The details
Owners Miek Davis and Melissa Politte are currently cleaning the facility and preparing the stage for the upcoming launch. They have partnered with the Krewe of Dolly to manage the initial soft opening events.
Timeline
September 13, 2026: No Dice closed its doors.
September 25, 2026: The venue will host its soft opening.
October 1, 2026: Official opening and weekly programming begin.
October 31, 2026: DJ Soul Sister hosts the HUSTLE! party.
Market Landscape
The revival of the Hi-Ho Lounge reflects the ongoing pattern of legacy space reclamation along the St. Claude corridor. This move positions the new ownership to capture established local demand after the short-lived tenure of the previous tenant.
Local patrons can expect a return to the venue's traditional programming starting October 1. Current ticket holders for shows originally booked under the previous management will have their events honored by the new owners.
The takeaway
Restoring a community-centered space requires balancing historical recognition with current operational standards. Readers should verify their existing show tickets with the new management as the venue transitions into its full schedule.
Further reading
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