Travel

Grab an Uber or old fashioned cab from MSY (fare should cost around $35-40).
The biggest hotel close to the venue is The Hampton Inn on Elysian Fields. On Canal Street, there are many others, like the Marriott and Hilton. There is also a Four Points Sheraton in the French Quarter.
Small inns and short term rentals in the Bywater include:
The Railyard (504 490 2212)
Balcony Guest House (504 516 6710)
Joe's Cozy Corner (504 352 1160)
Obeah Guest House (504 330 6760)
Kate and Dave's Bed and Breakfast (504 943 9863)
Small Hotels with pools
The Blackbird
The Garden District Hotel
If you decide to stay longer and explore south Louisiana, we highly recommend a night or two in Lafayette! They have a beautiful inn called the Blue Moon.