Whether it’s for the music, the food, or a chance to meet friends and family, this year’s French Quarter Festival is expected to draw massive crowds from Thursday through Sunday.

Undoubtedly, the French Quarter's main draw is Bourbon Street – New Orleans' infamous party hub. You'll find this street laden with performers and fortune tellers as well as rowdy bars.

*(New Orleans, LA) — The 42nd Annual French Quarter Festival presented by Chevron concluded on Sunday, April 13, 2025. This festival ended on a good note while leaving lasting memories for ...