dat zydeco
festival 2026
Experience the soul of Southwest Louisiana in the heart of New Orleans. Dat Zydeco Fest is more than a festival, it's a movement. The second annual festival is back at The Broadside New Orleans on March 21. This family-friendly event celebrates Creole music, cuisine and culture.
Tickets are on sale now
dat zydeco fest is back
Y'all, we had a ball at the inaugural Dat Zydeco Fest in 2025. Zydeco fans traveled from Texas, Mississippi, and of course, across Louisiana.
Join us on Saturday, March 21, at The Broadside New Orleans for the second annual Dat Zydeco Fest. Doors will open at 3pm for VIP and 4pm for General Admission
Festival co-founders, Sean Ardoin and J. Paul Jr., along with Chris Ardoin and Morgan Lemelle and the Zydeco Playmakers are scheduled to perform. This year we will have Zydeco Dance Instructors, Chris Lemelle, ShaRhonda Biagase and Jonas “Joey” Etienne will be teaching our Creole dance styles, which will allow you to enhance your festival experience by immersing yourself completely in Creole Culture! We also have regional Celebrity, Malik Mingo, of WWLT fame, hosting for the day!
2026 artists
SEan ardoin
chris ardoin
j. paul jr.
Morgan Lemelle & The Zydeco Playmakers
official fest merch
Wear your gear to the festival!
ABOUT THE FESTIval
Zydeco, a music genre born from the Creole experience in Louisiana, is not only music, it’s a cultural legacy. It’s a sound that represents resilience, joy, and celebration.
Dat Zydeco Fest was created with one core mission: to expose the vibrant Creole music, rich traditions and culinary culture of Southwest Louisiana to people in Greater New Orleans and ultimately the world.
Contact Us
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