Find AA Meetings in Louisiana

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Explore more than 1,163 AA meetings across 102 Louisiana communities — from big cities to small towns. Updated frequently, our listings bring together information from multiple official AA intergroup and area websites, making it easier to find accurate, up-to-date meeting details in one place. While times and locations may occasionally change, every effort is made to reflect the most reliable information available. Wherever you are on your recovery path, there's a group ready to welcome you today.

From New Orleans' French Quarter to Baton Rouge and Shreveport, Louisiana's AA meetings reflect the state's unique culture of community and resilience.

Online Meetings in LA

Thursdays12:00PM
112 S Louisiana St #2, Abbeville, LA 70510, USA
112 South Louisiana Street #2, Abbeville, Louisiana
Meeting Types & Format:
ClosedStep MeetingEnglish
Meeting Notes:

Zoom Meeting ID: 971 193 703

Thursdays7:00PM
Greenwood Methodist Church
9219 Church Street, Greenwood, Louisiana
Meeting Types & Format:
DiscussionOpenEnglish
Meeting Notes:

Zoom: 460 117 9113 PW:825214 7:00pm

Thursdays8:00PM
Zoom
Lafayette, Louisiana
Meeting Types & Format:
12 Steps & 12 TraditionsBig BookEnglish
Meeting Notes:

Zoom Meeting MEETING ID 863-6759-7619 PASSWORD 361651

1,163

Total Meetings

102

Cities

11

Avg per City

Meeting Times Across Louisiana Near You

Looking for the right time? 7pm is ideal for after-work support when most people are free has the most meetings available. Need something earlier? 12pm during your lunch break or 6pm might work better for your schedule. Meetings between 12am-5am are pretty rare here—that's typical for overnight hours when most people are sleeping. You'll find plenty of options throughout the day and evening instead. The darker colors you see from 6pm-8pm show when most meetings happen—that's when people typically have the most flexibility after work.

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Finding AA Meetings in Louisiana

Louisiana offers a comprehensive network of Alcoholics Anonymous meetings across 102 cities, providing crucial support for individuals seeking recovery from alcohol addiction. With 1,163meetings available throughout the state, people from all backgrounds and communities can find local support groups that meet their specific needs and schedules.

Meeting Types Available in Louisiana

AA meetings in Louisiana include various formats designed to support different aspects of recovery:

Open Meetings

Welcome family members, friends, and anyone interested in learning about A.A. These meetings help reduce stigma and educate the community about addiction recovery.

Closed Meetings

Exclusively for individuals with a desire to stop drinking, providing a safe space for personal sharing and intimate discussions about recovery challenges.

Speaker Meetings

Feature members sharing their personal recovery stories of "experience, strength, and hope," inspiring newcomers and providing relatable testimonials.

Step Study Groups

Focus on detailed exploration of the 12 Steps, providing structured learning about A.A.'s core principles and their practical application in daily recovery.

Major Cities with AA Support in Louisiana

New Orleans, Louisiana's most active AA community, hosts 201 meetings. Other major cities include Shreveport, Lafayette, Metairie, and more, each offering multiple weekly meetings to support recovery at every stage.

Lafayette

75 AA meetings available

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Metairie

53 AA meetings available

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Slidell

53 AA meetings available

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Monroe

48 AA meetings available

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Getting Started with AA in Louisiana

First-Time Attendees

Newcomers to AA in Louisiana are welcomed at any meeting. No advance registration is required, and you don't need to speak or identify yourself beyond your first name. Many meetings have newcomer packets with helpful information about the program.

Meeting Schedules and Accessibility

Meetings throughout Louisiana are scheduled at various times to accommodate different work schedules and life circumstances. Many locations offer wheelchair accessibility, and some provide childcare or are located near public transportation.

Online and Hybrid Options

Many AA groups in Louisiana now offer online meetings or hybrid formats, making recovery support accessible regardless of location, transportation challenges, or health considerations.

Recovery is possible, and Louisiana's AA community is here to support your journey. Whether you're taking your first step toward sobriety or maintaining long-term recovery, you'll find welcoming AA groups and meetings throughout the state ready to share their experience, strength, and hope.

Getting to AA Meetings in Louisiana

Whether you're traveling to Louisiana for the first time or a longtime resident seeking support, understanding your transportation options can help you access the AA meetings you need. Below is comprehensive information about reaching meetings across the state.

Planning Your Journey to AA Meetings

When traveling to Alcoholics Anonymous meetings in Louisiana, call ahead to confirm meeting times, verify the address, and get directions. Many AA groups warmly welcome newcomers, first-timers, and out-of-town visitors. If lack of transportation is preventing you from attending meetings, reach out to local AA groups via the AA hotline—many members volunteer to give free rides to people in early recovery, or can connect you with Zoom meetings and online AA meetings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Louisiana AA Organizations & Intergroups

Connect with local AA organizations and intergroups in Louisiana. These groups coordinate meetings, provide resources, and support the AA community throughout the state.

Acadiana Central Office
165
District 12 on the North Shore
130
district12.org
Greater New Orleans Area Central Office
467
Natchitoches District 6
11
www.aanatchitoches-district6.org
Northeast Louisiana District 4
114
Shreveport Central Office
167
Southwest Louisiana District 8
62

These organizations coordinate AA meetings and provide support services in their designated regions and areas. Contact them directly for meeting updates, literature, and local AA resources.