Louisiana Cajun-Zydeco Festival
About this event
The Louisiana Cajun-Zydeco Festival is a music festival in New Orleans, Louisiana, at New Orleans Jazz Museum. The 2026 event takes place May 30–31, 2026. A free weekend festival presented by the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation celebrating Louisiana's indigenous Cajun and zydeco sounds with live bands, dancing, and food in the French Quarter. Doors open at 2:00 p.m. and performances run 3:00-8:30 p.m. each day.
Annual, Memorial Day weekend
Location & directions
New Orleans Jazz Museum, 400 Esplanade Ave, New Orleans, LA 70116
Frequently asked questions
When is Louisiana Cajun-Zydeco Festival 2026?
Louisiana Cajun-Zydeco Festival takes place May 30–31, 2026 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Annual, Memorial Day weekend
Where is Louisiana Cajun-Zydeco Festival held?
Louisiana Cajun-Zydeco Festival is held in New Orleans, Louisiana, at New Orleans Jazz Museum, 400 Esplanade Ave, New Orleans, LA 70116.
What is Louisiana Cajun-Zydeco Festival?
A free weekend festival presented by the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation celebrating Louisiana's indigenous Cajun and zydeco sounds with live bands, dancing, and food in the French Quarter.
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