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Five Fall Festivals in New Orleans ft. Fried Chicken, Tacos & More

Fall Festivals New Orleans

Fall in New Orleans mean music, food, and FUN! The temps have cooled, and now it’s time to enjoy all the city has to offer this Fall with a variety of fun festivals. Whether you’re listening to tunes at Tips for NOLAxNOLA or voting for your favorite Top Taco, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this Fall. 

Check out our top 5 fall festival picks in New Orleans below!

NOLAxNOLA

Though not an official “festival,” NOLAxNOLA is a 17-day citywide celebration of New Orleans music & culture. Venues all across the city are participating in this initiative through October 9. Attendees that visit any participating venue can scan and enter to win unique prizes! 

WHEN: NOW through OCTOBER 9
WHERE: VENUES ACROSS THE CITY
TICKETS: VARIES BY VENUE

LEARN MORE ABOUT NOLAxNOLA & VIEW PARTICIPATING VENUES

 

 
 
 
 
 
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National Fried Chicken Festival

Finger lickin’ good, Fried Chicken Festival is finally back and ready to take over the New Orleans Lakefront for its first year at a new venue. On October 1 & 2, it’ll be a fried chicken party with unique experiences and some new takes on fried chicken. Stay tuned for a full vendor list. 

WHEN: OCTOBER 1 + OCTOBER 2
WHERE: NEW ORLEANS LAKEFRONT
(3000 Downs Blvd, Metairie, LA 70003)
TICKETS: GET YOURS HERE

 

 
 
 
 
 
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oktoberfest at DEUTCHES HAUS

Enjoy traditional German staples and sip your favorite German Beer at Deutsches Haus’ annual Oktoberfest. Oktoberfest NOLA brings Germany’s beloved celebration to the Crescent City for three weekends filled with German culture, cuisine, and fun. Daily admission to Oktoberfest is $10 (cash only) and free for children under 12 years old. Tickets can be purchased onsite and go towards supporting the mission of Deutsches Haus.

WHEN: WEEKENDS IN OCTOBER
WHERE: 1700 Moss Street
TICKETS: $10 CASH ONLY

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Crescent city blues & Bbq fest

Established in 2006, Crescent City Blues & BBQ continues to shine a light on New Orleans’ historic role in making the blues & R&B among the most influential sounds in the world. The festival presents many of the top performers from southern Louisiana and Mississippi, plus delicious food and unique visual art. This year’s event features performances from Mia Borders, Robert Finley, Trudy Lynn, Little Freddie King, plus delicious BBQ!

WHEN: OCTOBER 14 – 16
WHERE: Lafayette Square Park 602 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, La 70130
TICKETS: FREE

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Top Taco 

Sample unlimited tacos and signature cocktails from some of the best restaurants in New Orleans at Top Taco! With 3 stages of amazing music, creative tequila lounge areas, an entire tent dedicated to mezcal tasting and some of the best chefs and mixologists in the city, Top Taco is a taco lovers dream. 

WHEN: THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27TH @ 7pm
WHERE: LAFRENIERE PARK
(3000 Downs Blvd, Metairie, LA 70003)
TICKETS: GET YOURS HERE

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