Zydeco Festival
Heritage Park
1701 Bayou Lane
Slidell, LA 70458
November 1, 2025
Music Lineup:
Lil Nathan & The Zydeco Big Timers
Chubby Carrier & The Bayou Swamp Band
Dwayne Dopsie & The Zydeco Hellraisers Rusty Metoyer & The Zydeco Crush
Wayne Singleton & Urban Creole
Special Creole Lala Jam Session with Drake LeBlanc, Cedric Watson, Jourdan Thibodeaux, Mark Ardoin and Teddy Simmons! Hosted by Colby Martin
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Kick up your heels and pass a good time at the 5th Annual NOLA Zydeco Fest—rolling into Heritage Park in Slidell with pure Creole soul! Set along the bayou, this family-friendly celebration blends nonstop music, mouthwatering food, and Louisiana culture into one unforgettable day. Doors swing open at 11:00 AM for the Gumbo Cook-Off, and the energy kicks into high gear with a Creole Lala Jam Session at 11:45 AM to set the tone for a day of dancing and joy.
The live music lineup is stacked with zydeco royalty: Lil Nathan & The Zydeco Big Timers, Chubby Carrier & The Bayou Swamp Band, Dwayne Dopsie & The Zydeco Hellraisers, Rusty Metoyer & The Zydeco Crush, and Wayne Singleton & Urban Creole. Don’t miss the special Creole Lala Jam Session featuring Drake LeBlanc, Cedric Watson, Jourdan Thibodeaux, Mark Ardoin, and Teddy Simmons, hosted by Colby Martin. Whether you’re a seasoned two-stepper or brand new to the groove, these bands will keep the dance floor buzzing all day.
Beyond the stage, the festival is packed with experiences for every age: zydeco and line dance lessons, a lively Gumbo Cook-Off & Dance Competition, a Louisiana Creole Genealogy Exhibit, and an Interactive Kids Zone. Come hungry—there’ll be food vendors, merch, music, and more, plus VIP table reservations and parking passes available for those who like a little lagniappe. Bring your friends, your dancing shoes, and your appetite—the bayou is calling!