Get ready for four unforgettable days of music, food, and fun! There is so much in store this year and we can’t wait for you to join us! Be sure to download the app on IOS and Android to plan your ultimate festival weekend!
Kick off French Quarter Festival in true New Orleans fashion and join us for our Opening Day Parade. Starting on the 200 block of Bourbon street and partying all the way down to Jackson Square, this is a party you don’t want to miss!
Immediately following the parade, we will have a brief opening day ceremony and Preservation Brass Band will kick our weekend off on the NewOrleans.com Stage!
Everything To Know Before You Fest
Festival Hours: 11 AM to 8 PM daily
Cashless Event: French Quarter Festival is 100% cashless. Cash exchange is available at JAX Lot near the Willow Dispensary Stage.
Transportation: We strongly encourage rideshare, biking, public transit, or parking outside the Quarter and walking in. Plan ahead for road closures and heavy traffic.
Accessibility: Accessible viewing areas and accommodations are available throughout festival grounds. Visit the information tent or website for details.
Weather: Festival is rain or shine, so check the forecast and dress accordingly.
Support the Fest: Help keep French Quarter Festival free for all by donating to our $5 for Fest campaign while onsite. Every contribution helps our organization continue to support local music, food, and culture.
French Quarter Festival is committed to sustainability through our Geauxing Green initiative, which helps reduce festival waste through recycling and composting efforts.
You can support our efforts by using the color-coded bins throughout festival grounds:
Green: Compost
Blue: Recycle
Black: Landfill
Look for our Green Team volunteers onsite if you need help sorting. Every small action makes a big impact in keeping Fest clean and sustainable.
Saturday Fest Family passes have officially sold out!
Still want to fest in style? Limited Fest Family passes remain for Thursday, Friday, and Sunday. Enjoy the ultimate French Quarter Festival experience with exclusive VIP lounges, shaded seating, private bars, air-conditioned restrooms, complimentary beverages, snacks, and more.
Don’t wait! Remaining passes are limited and expected to sell out soon.
There’s even more to experience beyond the festival stages with special events happening throughout the weekend, including free dance lessons, cultural programs, and more. But when the festival grounds close, the party doesn’t stop.
Our FQF After Dark series keeps the celebration going after hours with ticketed performances at iconic New Orleans venues featuring festival favorites and special performances. This year’s lineup includes David Shaw at House of Blues on Thursday and Big Sam’s Funky Nation at Good Measure on Friday.
Explore the full lineup of special events and plan your weekend now.
French Quarter Festivalis produced by French Quarter Festivals, Inc. (FQFI), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that also produces Satchmo Summerfest and Holidays New Orleans Style in December.
FQFI promotes the Vieux Carré and the City of New Orleans through high-quality special events and activities that showcase the culture and heritage of this unique city, contribute to the economic well-being of the community, and instill increased pride in the people of New Orleans. For more information on all FQFI festivals and events, call (504) 522-5730 or visit online at www.fqfi.org.
