Festivals

Life-size Santa Claus statue with open arms near Coca-Cola branded pillar at an indoor event.

NOLA ChristmasFest 2025 Seeking Performers for the Holiday Stage
Smiling man in sunglasses holding toddler girl with bow at outdoor fried chicken festival under blue sky

National Fried Chicken Fest to Host "Meet the Candidates" Experience
Three musicians performing live on stage at Crescent City Blues and BBQ Festival with guitars and drums.

18th Annual Crescent City Blues & BBQ Festival to Return in October
Male singers in matching pink embellished suits performing passionately at an outdoor event with microphones.

Gentilly Fest 2025 to Honor the Historic New Orleans Neighborhood
Crowd enjoying outdoor night event raising glasses of beer under string lights and large tree.

The Deutsches Haus New Orleans Announces Upcoming Oktoberfest 2025
Close-up of a brass saxophone with detailed keys and tubing on a wooden surface, highlighting its polished metal.

NOLA GenZ Fest to Host Battle of the Bands for Local Teens
Two contemporary dancers performing in a dimly lit studio with spotlight and industrial ceiling beams.

International Dance Festival to Return to NOLA for 2025
Large crowd enjoying an outdoor concert at the main stage with Chase Rice performing under a cloudy sky.

Gretna Fest 2025 to Offer Food, Music, & Westbank Heritage
Woman in hat disposing of food waste into a compost bin next to recycling bins at an outdoor event.

Satchmo Summerfest Takes Care to Implement Environmental Initiative
Indoor pickleball doubles match with players poised at the net and a large colorful audience in the background

Third Annual Pickle Fest Set for August With Brees, Agassi, & More
Large crowd enjoying an indoor concert or event with people cheering and taking photos under overhead lighting.

Grand Isle to Celebrate Island Pride with 4th Annual Music Festival
Two women enjoying music, one smiling with eyes closed wearing a cowboy hat, the other with short hair and a hoodie.

Essence Fest 2025: Icons, Energy & Unforgettable Moments