November 1, 2025 | Heritage Park, Slidell, LA
Join us for the 5th Annual NOLA Zydeco Fest, a vibrant celebration of Creole music, culture, food, and dance—this year taking place on the bayou at Heritage Park in Slidell! This one-of-a-kind festival brings together legendary zydeco performers, cultural heritage experiences, and authentic Louisiana vibes for all ages.
Live Music Lineup:
• Lil Nathan & The Zydeco Big Timers
• Chubby Carrier & The Bayou Swamp Band
• Dwayne Dopsie & The Zydeco Hellraisers
• Rusty Metoyer & The Zydeco Crush
• Wayne Singleton & Urban Creole
• Special Creole Lala Jam Session with Drake LeBlanc, Cedric Watson, Jourdan Thibodeaux, Mark Ardoin and Teddy Simmons! Hosted by Colby Martin
Festival Experiences:
• Zydeco & Line Dance Lessons
• Gumbo Cook-Off & Dance Competition
• Louisiana Creole Genealogy Exhibit
• Interactive Kids Zone
• VIP Table Reservations & Parking Passes Available
• Food Vendors, Merch, Music & More
Doors open 11:00AM for the Gumbo Cook-off!
Jam Session Starts at 11:45 AM!
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The New Orleans Zydeco Festival combines the flavors of Southwest & Southeast Louisiana for a celebration of culture.
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