Fried Chicken Festival returns this Fall with new Lakefront location
The National Fried Chicken Festival adds to a packed October schedule that includes FQ Fest, Jazz Fest and VooDoo Fest. Author: WWL Staff Updated: 12:21 PM CDT May 12, 2021
NEW ORLEANS The National Fried Chicken Festival is returning this October with a new location.
Festival organizers announced that the Fried Chicken Festival will return on the Oct. 23-24 weekend, but this time it will take place on the New Orleans Lakefront.
The new venue doubles the size of the free festival, which broke attendance records in 2019. The New Orleans community has eagerly awaited the return of festivals, and we are so grateful for the opportunity to celebrate together once again at a new and exciting location to mark the fifth anniversary of the National Fried Chicken Festival,” said Cleveland Spears, III, FCF Executive Producer and President/CEO of the Spears Group.
2021 Fringe Festival -
Nuestro Mundo
Locals and not-so-locals will be spoilt
for choice as the summer vibe buzzes with activities and
events ranging from festivals to exhibitions to dragon boats
to night tours – all proudly supported by Wellington City
Council, says Mayor Andy Foster.
“This is a strong
events programme featuring a showcase of headline
entertainment for the enjoyment of our audiences, visitors
and business community.
“We are committed to hosting
events and activities which reflect the diversity, cultural
fabric and community spirit of the capital through our
grants and funding programmes, plus providing promotional
support and expert advice.
“This busy summer
2021 Fringe Festival – Nuestro Mundo
Press Release – Wellington City Council
The next couple of months will see events happening on and off the water and in and out of the city – so there’s something for everyone wherever you are.
Locals and not-so-locals will be spoilt for choice as the summer vibe buzzes with activities and events ranging from festivals to exhibitions to dragon boats to night tours – all proudly supported by the Wellington City Council.
“This is a strong events programme featuring a showcase of headline entertainment for the enjoyment of our audiences, visitors and business community,” says mayor Andy Foster.