9th Annual Beignet Fest

The 9th annual Beignet Fest presents an all-star Louisiana music lineup for this year’s festival, returning to New Orleans City Park Festival Grounds Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026.

Festival organizers announced the slate of performers, including family-friendly entertainers Imagination Movers, Louisiana favorite Amanda Shaw, powerhouse vocalist Maggie Koerner and New Orleans supergroup Dragon Smoke. DJ Flowerchild will keep the energy high throughout the day, entertaining crowds between live performances. The music lineup is presented by the New Orleans Tourism & Cultural Foundation, created to support cultural industries and culture bearers of the City of New Orleans.

The mission of the Beignet Fest Foundation is to celebrate, embrace, and empower the lives of children with autism and their families.

Autism affects more families than you might think—1 of every 31 children is diagnosed on the autism spectrum, making it more common than childhood cancer, juvenile diabetes, and pediatric AIDS combined. In Louisiana, autism is the most frequently cited diagnosis in Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students needing specialized support.

Today, Beignet Fest isn’t just about the sugar-dusted, deep-fried deliciousness (though, let’s be honest, that’s a big perk). Beignet Fest is about creating a community where every child has the chance to thrive. Through every bite, every beat, and every step taken at Beignet Fest, you’re helping to provide much-needed resources and support for children and families touched by autism.

Tickets for Beignet Fest go on sale in August. Fans are encouraged to mark their calendars and stay tuned for additional festival announcements in the months ahead. For updates and festival news, visit their website.