10th Annual National Fried Chicken Festival Photo

10th Annual National Fried Chicken Festival

Oct 2, 2026, Every Day @ 11am - 9pm
New Orleans Lakefront
Lakeshore Drive, Franklin Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70122

"Founded in 2016 in New Orleans, the National Fried Chicken Festival (FCF) presented by Raising Cane's was built on a simple but powerful idea: bringing people together through a shared love of food, music, and culture. This fall, FCF proudly celebrates 10 unforgettable years of turning that idea into one of the most anticipated food festivals in the country. From its humble beginnings to welcoming hundreds of thousands of fans nationwide to celebrate the iconic Southern dish—FCF has become one of America's top culinary destinations, earning a spot on USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards as the “6th Best Specialty Food Festival” in 2024.The festival's 10th-anniversary edition will be bigger, bolder, and more flavorful than ever, with a top-tier music lineup to match. Guests can expect everything they've come to know and love: crave-worthy creations from award-winning chefs and top restaurants, nonstop entertainment across multiple stages, luxurious VIP experiences, immersive sponsor activations, and fun for the whole family—plus, some brand-new surprises in store for this milestone year.And for runners, joggers, and walkers of all abilities, FCF is proud to announce the return of the Fried Chicken Festival 5K, which will take place Saturday morning, followed by a post-race party and free entry to the festival for all participants.If you've never experienced fall festival season in New Orleans, the time is now! Join us along the Lakefront for a historic celebration—10 years in the making—and help us toast a decade of fried chicken, community, and countless memories." ~per neworleans.com

Oct 2