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Just across the Mississippi River from the French Quarter lies Gretna Fest. Gretna Fest returns this October 3-5 with a lineup including Sam Hunt, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue<\/a>, Natasha Bedingfield, St. Paul and the Broken Bones, Better Than Ezra, and several others. Enjoy delicious food, art, and community at the fest. Fun fact: there are shuttles available for you to park and ride. The Gretna-Canal Street Ferry will also be operating, meaning you can catch the ferry from the French Quarter to get to Gretna Fest! Tickets are $45-$55 for a single day, or $100 for a weekend pass. Children ages 12 and under attend for free.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Music, food, and community are all the focus of Gentilly Fest, a neighborhood festival held in Pontchartrain Park<\/a>. Enjoy various vendors, plus live music, and activities for the kids on the weekend of October 10-12.\u202fThis fest is free to attend.\u00a0<\/p>\n
This October 10-12, Crescent City Blues & BBQ Fest returns with three days of music, food, and art. Performers include Sierra Green<\/a> & The Giants, Leo Nocentelli<\/a> of the Meters, and dozens of others. Let\u2019s not forget the food\u2014it\u2019s equal parts music and barbecue festival! Enjoy free admission to the festival all weekend long, which takes place at Lafayette Square Park<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Get ready to groove to the beats of the funkiest musicians in New Orleans this October 17-19. NOLA Funk Fest is a celebration of Louisiana\u2019s rich music history. Held at Spanish Plaza<\/a>, performers include Dumpstaphunk<\/a>, Master P ft.\u202fThe Soul Rebels<\/a>, Erica Falls<\/a>, Jon Cleary<\/a>, and many more! Tickets start at $56+ for single day general admission.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Every year, Bayou St. John comes alive with Gospel music at Praise Fest. From October 17-19 enjoy three days of handclapping, foot-stomping, and soul-touching Gospel music and praise. The festival is free to attend.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n
Returning on October 25, Trem\u00e9 Fall Fest is a celebration of community with food, live music, art, and performances. Trem\u00e9 is the oldest African American neighborhood in the country. This free-to-attend festival serves as a fundraiser for St. Augustine Church and various community non-profits.\u202fPerformers at this year\u2019s fest include Indys Blue, the Original Pinettes Brass Band<\/a>, Herlin Riley<\/a> and Kermit Ruffins<\/a>, and more!\u00a0<\/p>\n
Enjoy three days of music, food, and vibes in Congo Square<\/a> this October 24-26 at Nola Reggae Fest. Both international headliners and local musicians take the stage in this celebration of Caribbean culture. Entry is $25 for a one-day pass and $35 for a three-day pass.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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