Festivals in New Orleans This Weekend

Frequently Asked Questions

What festivals events are happening in New Orleans this weekend?

There are 18 festivals events in New Orleans, Louisiana this weekend (October 17 – October 18, 2026), including NOLA Funk Fest 2026: Presented by Mike's Amazing at Audubon Aquarium (11:00 AM), Dominican NOLA Fest at New Orleans Jazz Museum, Praise Fest at Bayou St. John, Screamfest NOLA: Shorts Block 1 (Saturday) at The Broad Theater (12:00 PM). Browse the full weekend lineup and get tickets on VenuNite.

Are there free festivals events in New Orleans this weekend?

Yes — 1 of this weekend's festivals events in New Orleans are explicitly listed as free. Confirm price details on the event page or organizer source.

What festivals events are happening in New Orleans on Sunday?

7 festivals events are listed in New Orleans on Sunday, including NOLA Funk Fest 2026: Presented by Mike's Amazing at Audubon Aquarium (11:00 AM), Praise Fest at Bayou St. John, Louisiana Shrimp Festival ft. Sunpie & the Louisiana Sunspots + John Boutté + Drew Landry + Sweet Crude at The Broadside, NOLA Funk Fest ft. George Porter Jr. & the Runnin' Pardners, Cimafunk, Anders Osborne with Jackie Greene + More! at Goldring Woldenberg Riverfront Park. Browse the Sunday section for times and venues.

Where can I see festivals in New Orleans beyond this weekend?

VenuNite lists every upcoming festivals event in New Orleans, Louisiana — tonight, this weekend, and beyond. See the full New Orleans festivals calendar for all listings.