French Quarter Fest set for Fall 2021
French Quarter Fest 2021 dates
By Nicole Mumphrey | January 14, 2021 at 7:07 AM CST - Updated January 14 at 7:59 AM
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) -French Quarter Fest, One of New Orleans most popular festivals, announced Thursday that this yearâs fest will be held in the Fall.
French Quarter Festivals, Inc., the non-profit organization that produces the annual fest, announces dates for the 2021 festival.
The event will take place Sept. 30âOct. 3, 2021.
In 2022, French Quarter Festival will return to its traditional April date.
âAlthough French Quarter Fest typically takes place in April, the ongoing COVID crisis has made it necessary for us to remain flexible,â said Emily Madero, CEO of FQFI. âAs one of the largest free music and food festivals in the United States, we always want to ensure our impact is in the best interest of the City and our French Quarter neighbors and businesses.â