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September 29, 2026
Enter the 2026 Gumbo Cook-Off at NOLA Zydeco Fest
The 3rd annual Gumbo Cook-Off is Saturday, Oct 31, 2026 at Heritage Park in Slidell. $100 per team, up to 6 cooks, and $800 cash plus awards for first place.
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September 29, 2026
NOLA Zydeco Fest 2026: Dates, Lineup, Tickets & Everything to Know
The 6th annual NOLA Zydeco Fest is Oct 31 & Nov 1, 2026 at Heritage Park in Slidell, LA. Here's the lineup by day, ticket prices, times, parking, and how to get there.
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September 29, 2026
Volunteer, Bartend, or Vend at NOLA Zydeco Fest 2026
Want to work NOLA Zydeco Fest on Oct 31 & Nov 1, 2026? Here's how to volunteer, apply to bartend, register as a food, art, or nonprofit vendor, or request press credentials.
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September 29, 2026
Ride the Zydeco Fest Express: Amtrak from New Orleans to Slidell
The VIP + Amtrak package takes you roundtrip from New Orleans to NOLA Zydeco Fest in Slidell, with VIP access, sponsored by Community Coffee. Here's the schedule and what's included.
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