NOLA OMG! Food Fest
New Orleans food lovers, mark your calendars: The NOLA OMG! Food Fest is coming to the Congo Square at Louis Armstrong Park to bring a day full of mouthwatering bites, beats, and community fun for everyone to enjoy.
This one-of-a-kind culinary and cultural celebration, taking place on May 17 from 1 to 8 p.m., will feature more than 40 food vendors from across the New Orleans and the nation, each bringing a unique taste of their region and flair. Whether you're craving smoky gumbo, fiery tacos, plant-based soul food, or irresistible sweet treats, the festival has something to ignite every palate.
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But the NOLA OMG! Fest is more than a food event—it's an all-day cultural experience. The park will come alive with the sounds of local DJs and live music acts spanning genres from hip-hop and bounce to R&B, old-school jams, and Southern soul. Festival-goers can enjoy performances from local artists and groove to nonstop music that will transform Congo Square into an open-air dance floor.
Designed to be family friendly, the event is offering games, giveaways, and contests to keep the energy high throughout the day. With so much to do, this festival is the perfect family weekend outing for families ready to try out amazing food and let off some steam.
Tickets for NOLA OMG! Food Fest will start at $7 and covers admission and all events that the festival has to offer. There are also free tickets for children 8 and under.
This celebration of food, culture, and community is sure to be an unforgettable day. Whether you're a lifelong New Orleans local or visiting for the weekend, this festival is sure to please. So grab your friends and family, come hungry, and get ready to get down to party all day.
