43rd Annual French Quarter Festival Photo

43rd Annual French Quarter Festival

Apr 8, 2027, Every Day
French Quarter
New Orleans, LA

"French Quarter Fest returns April 8-11, 2027!

Each spring, thousands of attendees from near and far make their way to New Orleans' historic French Quarter for the annual French Quarter Festival (FQF). This massive celebration highlights the food, music, art, and culture of this beloved neighborhood. Spanning from the scenic Riverfront to the lively Jackson Square, the festival invites visitors to savor signature dishes crafted by local chefs, dance to performances by renowned artists, and explore interactive activities that bring the neighborhood's charm to life. Beyond the main attractions, pop-up art installations, second-line parades, and cultural demonstrations add layers of excitement to this immersive celebration of all things New Orleans.

The 2026 French Quarter Festival music lineup brings together New Orleans legends, fan favorites, and exciting new voices for more than 300 performances across the festival. This year's highlights include Irma Thomas, Big Freedia, Kermit Ruffins & the Barbecue Swingers, Rebirth Brass Band, The Dirty Dozen Brass Band, George Porter Jr. & Runnin' Pardners, Jon Cleary & the Absolute Monster Gentlemen, Shamarr Allen, Cyril Neville, Amanda Shaw, Lost Bayou Ramblers, and a highly anticipated debut from Dawn Richard. From brass bands and funk to zydeco, Cajun, soul, and global sounds, the festival celebrates the full spectrum of New Orleans music and culture.

Over 50 local restaurants and food vendors will serve classic New Orleans dishes and global flavors.  All food vendors accept credit cards and festival beverage tickets. Food booths are located throughout the festival grounds.French Quarter Fest HistoryFrench Quarter Festival first debuted in 1984 as a way to celebrate and revitalize New Orleans' historic French Quarter. Originally created to remind locals of the neighborhood's unique charm and encourage community pride, the festival quickly became a beloved tradition. What started as a small, local event has grown into one of the largest free music festivals in the United States, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. The celebration of music, food, and culture is now a cherished experience for locals and visitors alike, capturing the spirit of the Crescent City like no other event." ~per neworleans.com

***STOP BY OUR OFFICE TO BOOK OUR SHUTTLE TO THE FRENCH QUARTER, WHERE THIS EVENT IS HELD!!!***

Apr 8