Louisiana’s annual events calendar is packed with culture, food, and music from New Orleans to Shreveport.
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Louisiana weather is subject to quick changes and last minute hurricanes. Things happen with festivals and cancellations do happen. Life happens so always prepare for the unexpected. Before traveling to any festivals, please be sure to double check events via the link provided as events could have been rescheduled or cancelled.
CAMERON LIONS CLUB FISHING FESTIVAL - The Cameron Lions Club Fishing Festival combines competition, family entertainment, and local culture with fishing tournaments for all ages, food vendors, live music, auctions, and children’s activities. Set against the Gulf Coast, this festival promotes conservation and community service, drawing anglers and families alike to southwest Louisiana’s waters
DIRTY LINEN NIGHT New Orleans, LA - Dirty Linen Night invites attendees back to Royal Street for a cheeky follow-up to White Linen. With wine glasses in hand and linen now “dirty,” art lovers revisit the French Quarter’s galleries under the charm of evening gaslight. The event captures the French Quarter’s historic elegance and artistic […]
DELCAMBRE SHRIMP FESTIVAL - The Delcambre Shrimp Festival, located near Vermilion Bay, is a coastal culinary tradition featuring shrimp cook-offs, pageants, carnival rides, and a grand parade. Originating in the 1950s, the event pays tribute to Louisiana’s seafood industry, particularly the shrimpers whose catch feeds the Gulf South. Thousands gather to taste gumbo, étouffée, and […]
SHRIMP AND PETROLEUM FESTIVAL is the oldest chartered harvest festival in Louisiana. Morgan City’s Shrimp and Petroleum Festival celebrates two of the region’s economic lifelines with pageantry, parades, fireworks, culinary competitions, and live music. The event draws crowds from across the state for a blend of industry pride and bayou revelry. It’s a Labor Day […]
Cane River Zydeco Festival Natchitoches, LA - Set along the scenic Cane River, this two-day event mixes zydeco music, a motorcycle poker run, and a vibrant street fair in historic Natchitoches. Festival-goers enjoy food trucks, local artisans, and a high-energy celebration of Creole culture. With dance floors pulsing to accordion and washboard rhythms, it’s a […]
SWLA Zydeco Music Festival Opelousas, LA - “This year’s Festival has expanded the Creole Cultural Experience Platform of Music, Food and Cultural Tradition to include the Education The Are You Ready To Learn Program with Grammy Nominated Andre Thierry, Ancestry Genealogy With Alex Genealogy and Speaking the Language. Partnering with Zydeco Unplugged, Louisiana Creole Inc, […]
SAINTS 5K KICKOFF RUN. The 13th annual Saints 5K Kickoff Run brings fans together at Champions Square for a high-energy run through downtown New Orleans, finishing inside the Caesars Superdome. With a kids fun run, live music, and fan activities, the event marks the start of football season and supports local charities. EVENT PAGE
LOUISIANA FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL Slidell hosts food trucks from around the state serving gourmet street eats with live music, kids’ zones, and craft beer. It’s a flavorful celebration of mobile cuisine and local culture.
COUZANS KING OF THE YARD COOKOFF Competition Barbecue Cook-off Family Environment, Kids Friendly, Live DJ. Bring Chairs,Tables and Tents. Early Registration $30. $45@gate – Proceeds from Cook-off goes to Fatherhood Development Programs & Family Development,Compassion Outreach of America,Fathers On A Mission,and Fathers Matter. ALL AGES | EVENT PAGE
Kyler Cares Annual Cookout 2025. We’re back at the Audubon Zoo for another vibe-filled Kyler Cares Cookout — so come through! Join us for a day of food, fun, and community as we celebrate connection and care for youth and families living with type 1 diabetes. Expect good eats, tunes by DJ Arie, games, and […]
SALA STREET FEST - This street fest showcases South Louisiana culture through art displays, live music, food booths, and community engagement. Hosted by the South Louisiana Artists group, it spotlights local talent and neighborhood pride. EVENT PAGE
MAMOU CAJUN MUSIC FESTIVAL 2025 Honoree – Mr. Fred Charlie | A full weekend of Cajun fiddles, dance halls, and fais do-do spirit in the music-rich town of Mamou. This cultural gathering keeps Louisiana’s French musical roots alive. “In the early 1970’s, some of the citizens of Mamou grew concerned that our culture was dying. These people […]
