51st Annual Andouille Festival
October 16th-18th 2026
| Friday, October 16th | 6 pm – 10 pm |
| Saturday, October 17th | 11 am – 10 pm |
| Sunday, October 18th | 11 am – 8 pm |
St. John Community Center
2900 U.S. Hwy 51
LaPlace, Louisiana
Directions From I-10: Take Exit 209 US-51 South (LaPlace)
Proceed to 2900 U.S. Hwy 51, LaPlace to the
St. John the Baptist Parish Community Center
Thomas F. Daley Memorial Park
Admission:
| Daily: | $5.00 per person |
Ride Tickets
| Advanced | At the Festival | |
| Single Day: | $25.00 | $35.00 |
| Weekend: | $70.00 | $80.00 |
Ticket Sale Locations include: Government Complex, Gregg’s, Don’s, Matherene’s, West Bank Courthouse Council Chamber during business hours.
Advance Ride ticket sales ended on Thursday, October 16 2025.
Food & Drink Sales
| Drink | Cash, at the vendor |
| Food | Cash, Cash App or Apple Pay, at the vendor |
What can you bring?
- Wheelchairs and medical scooters are permitted. Push-Strollers for children are permitted.
- No dogs / Pets allowed at the festival. Only service dogs are allowed.
- Folding Chairs are permitted.
- Weapons, illicit drugs, and other contraband are strictly prohibited.
- Bicycles or other wheeled personal transport devices (e.g. skateboards, Segways, go-peds, etc.) are not allowed on Festival grounds.
- Video and audio recording equipment is prohibited.
- No unauthorized vending.
- No outside beverages.
Clothing
During the Day: Hats, Sun screen, sunglasses, comfortable shoes.
During the Night: Although this is the perfect season to be outdoors in South Louisiana, some nights can get a little chilly, so dress appropriately!
Musicians and Entertainers
Musicians and entertainers may submit their bios and links to performances either by email to mimi@whiteoakproductions.com or by mail to:
Mimi White
White Oak Productions, Inc.
The Musicians Exchange
8428 Oak St.
New Orleans, LA 70118
Office: (504) 314-6680
Purchasing and Procurement Opportunities
For information on festival procurement opportunities, please refer to the Purchasing and Procurement webpage. Completed forms and documents may be submitted by email to economicdevelopment@stjohn-la.gov, fax (985) 652-9569, or my mail:
St. John the Baptist Parish
Attn.: Purchasing and Procurement
1811 W. Airline Hwy.
LaPlace, LA 70068
Sponsorship Opportunities
The Andouille Festival is a rich tradition that presents a great opportunity for your message to reach a diverse and vast audience of attendees. Sponsorship package will be released at a future date. However, if your company is interested in sponsoring the Andouille Festival, please contact the Economic Development Department by email at economicdevelopment@stjohn-la.gov or by phone at 985-652-9569.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers are needed to assist in various areas of the annual Andouille Festival. Individuals as well as members of civic, social, or school organizations are welcome. Volunteers are not compensated. For more information, please send an email to economicdevelopment@stjohn-la.gov or by mail to:
St. John the Baptist Parish Economic Development
Attn.: Andouille Festival
1811 W. Airline Hwy.
LaPlace, LA 70068
Phone: (985) 652-9569
Email: economicdevelopment@stjohn-la.gov