Bayou Bacchanal
Louis Armstrong Park 701 North Rampart Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70116
In America's most Caribbean city comes the "Original Caribbean Carnival". Hosted by Friends of Culture, an organization run by New Orleans locals native to parts of the Caribbean, Bayou Bacchanal exists to share the festive traditions of the Caribbean with the Crescent City community. Day-long festival happenings kick off at 11 am with the Bayou Bacchanal Parade, starting from the Hilton Riverside Hotel. The carnival takes place from noon–6:30 pm, featuring live performances by Craig Camacho MC, DJ Lady Perppertree, Mas 'n' Motion, and more—all culminating with a late night Saturday concert featuring Farmer Nappy and Band at the HIstoric Carver Theater (11 pm–3 am). Free (except for the late night concert, which starts at $60). bayoubacchanal.org.