THE NATIONAL FRIED CHICKEN FESTIVAL PRESENTED BY RAISING CANE’S
New Orleans, United StatesNext edition not announced · last held 2026
60K
Per day
2016
since
~11
Editions
Overview
About
Held annually since 2016 on the shore of Lake Pontchartrain in the Lakefront area of New Orleans, this festival brings together dozens of restaurants and food trucks specializing in fried chicken, paired with a live music stage and a beer garden. The event also includes a 5K run alongside its food vendors.
On site
Practical info
Kids & family
- Family friendly
Transport
- Parking
- Shuttle service
Getting there
Location
UNO Lakefront Arena Festival Grounds, 6801 Franklin Ave, New Orleans, LA 70122, USA
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Past editions
2026Oct 2–4, 2026