One of New Orleans’ most popular festivals kicks off next week!
French Quarter Fest is a four-day music festival starting Thursday and ending Sunday in the Historic New Orleans French Quarter.
The festival brings hundreds of thousands of people to the French Quarter every year.
The event is free.
Here is what you need to know before you go:
Dates:
- Thursday, April 16, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Friday, April 17, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Saturday, April 18, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Sunday, April 19, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Traffic:
Festivalgoers should consider taking alternate modes of transportation due to limited parking and the large amount of traffic expected in the area.
Organizers suggest using RTA buses, streetcars, ride-share services bikes, cabs or the ferry to get to the festival.
The NOPD will release an official traffic plan closer to the festival.
Parking:
Those attending the festival are urged to use public transportation or ride-sharing.
However, those driving to the festival are encouraged to come early and park in these lots located in the heart of the festival: French Market, 500 Decatur St., 300 North Peters St., 211 Conti St., Canal Place and various locations within walking distance.
Food and Drinks:
The food offered during the festival is broken down into different lots.
Some of the food vendors include Cochon King BBQ, Dickie Brennan and Company, Lizzy’s Catering, Louisiana Fish Fry Products, Ajun Cajun, Ditto’s Did Dat, and much more.
For the full list of food and drinks, click here.
Entertainment Lineup:
Over the course of four days, performances will include PJ Morton, Irma Thomas, Cyril Neville, Big Freedia, Cupic & the Dance Party Express Band, Dawn Richards, Kermit Ruffins & Barbecue Swingers, and many more.
Click here for the full musical schedule.
What not to bring:
- Glass bottles and containers
- Fireworks
- Professional radios or walkie-talkies
- Bicycles inside of festival grounds (bike parking and bike valet opportunities are found outside of the entrances to Woldenberg Riverfront Park and The Old U.S. Mint)
- Soliciting or vending unless previously authorized
- Tents or sun shades
For more information on the French Quarter Festival, click here.
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