Celebrate the Spirit of New Orleans

At French Quarter Festivals, Inc. (FQFI), we proudly bring the heart and soul of New Orleans to life through three signature events: French Quarter Festival, Satchmo SummerFest, and Holidays New Orleans Style. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, our mission is to promote the Vieux Carré and the city’s rich cultural heritage through world-class festivals that showcase New Orleans music, cuisine, and vibrant traditions.

Since 1984, the French Quarter Festival has celebrated the essence of New Orleans with over 20 stages showcasing every genre of local music, from traditional jazz to brass bands and Zydeco. Known as the city’s “favorite festival,” this event highlights the culinary excellence of over 60 Louisiana restaurants and attracts visitors from around the world to the iconic French Quarter.

Discover the joy of New Orleans’ culture at its finest—plan your festival experience with French Quarter Festivals, Inc. today!

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French Quarter Festival 2025 Unveils Full Music Lineup, Culinary Delights, and Exciting Highlights

Brace yourself for an unforgettable experience as French Quarter Festivals, Inc. (FQFI) unveils the final details for the much-anticipated French Quarter Festival presented by Chevron on April 10-13, 2025. Celebrating Louisiana’s vibrant spirit, this year’s festival promises an unparalleled fusion of music, food, and culture.

French Quarter Festivals, Inc. Continues to Lead Festival Sustainability

French Quarter Festivals, Inc. (FQFI) works year-round to uplift and sustain Louisiana’s cultural resources, but in recent years, we recognized an urgent need to safeguard and nurture our natural resources as well. This means reducing the environmental impact of the...

2025 French Quarter Festival Music Lineup Announced

“The 2025 French Quarter Festival presented by Chevron announced its first round of music lineup for this year’s event, to be held from April 10-13, 2025. As always, FQF features just local and Louisiana musicians, along with delicious food from local vendors. If you...

Cosmo: New Orleans Travel Guide

We visited during the French Quarter festival so even more than usual the city was taken over; stages lined the Mississippi River, and musicians packed into every crevice of every bar.

2025 French Quarter Festival Press Release

French Quarter Festival presented by Chevron Announces Annual Lineup: A Free Cultural Showcase of New Orleans April 10-13, 2025 New Orleans (Jan 29, 2025) — French Quarter Festivals, Inc. (FQFI) is thrilled to announce highlights for the 2025 French Quarter Festival...