2024 Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival – Know Before You Go

The first weekend in May should be marked on your calendars so you don't forget about the Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival. This Louisiana culinary classic began in 1960 and has grown in popularity ever since. Each year, thousands of locals and visitors alike descend upon Breaux Bridge for a weekend of music, dancing, and, of course, delicious crawfish

The Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival is a celebration of all things Cajun. Crawfish takes center stage at this annual event. From crawfish boils to étouffée, gumbo, and everything in between, crawfish fans have the opportunity to indulge in a variety of mouthwatering dishes prepared by local chefs and vendors.

Music, Dancing, and Fun for All

In addition to all things crawfish, the Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival is well known for its music and lively atmosphere. Visitors can enjoy an eclectic lineup of live bands performing a mix of Cajun, zydeco, blues, and other genres rooted in Louisiana culture.

Cultural Exhibits and Activities

Beyond the food and music, the festival offers a variety of cultural exhibits and activities that showcase the unique heritage of Cajun Country. From cooking demonstrations and crawfish-eating contests to crafts and storytelling sessions, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Visitors can learn about the history of Breaux Bridge and its significance within the Cajun community, gaining a deeper appreciation for the traditions that have been passed down through generations.

The Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival also plays an important role in supporting the local economy. From the farmers who harvest the crawfish to the vendors at the event, the festival provides a platform for small businesses to showcase their products and services to a larger audience. By attending the festival, visitors not only get to enjoy a fun-filled weekend but also contribute to the economic growth and vitality of the community.

If you're planning on attending this year's event (and honestly, how could you miss it), here are some important things to know about this year's Crawfish Festival:

2024 Crawfish Festival Information

Dates:

Friday, May 3, 2024 - $10
Saturday, May 4, 2024 - $15
Sunday, May 5, 2024 - $5
Buy a 3-day pass for $25 in advance at festival office or festival grounds

Location:

1290 Rees St, Breaux Bridge, LA 70517 at Parc Hardy

Parking:

Car parking is available in the rear of the Festival Grounds for $5.00 per day. Self-contained camping is available for $75 for the weekend (Friday to Sunday). Handicapped parking is available near the entrance of the festival grounds.

2024 Crawfish Festival Event Schedule:

FRIDAY,  MAY 3, 2024 EVENTS

4:00pm – Festival Grounds Open – Information & Souvenir, Food, Beer, Coke, Water, Liquor, Commercial Vendors, Arts & Crafts Booths, Carnival Opens
4:30pm – Opening Ceremonies – Crawfish Stage
4:45pm – Celebrity Crawfish Eating Contest – Crawfish Stage
5:15pm-6:45 pm – Cajun Dance Lessons, Breaux Bridge Tent – Cal & Lou Courville
12:00am – Festival Grounds Close

SATURDAY, MAY 4, 2024 EVENTS

10:00am – Festival Grounds Open – Information & Souvenir, Food, Beer, Coke, Water, Liquor, Commercial Vendors, Arts & Crafts Booths, Carnival Opens
10:00am – Cajun Cooking Demonstration – Breaux Bridge Tent
11:30am-12:30pm–Cajun Dance Lessons, Breaux Bridge Tent – Cal & Lou Courville
12:45pm-1:45pm–Cajun Dance Lessons, Breaux Bridge Tent – Cal & Lou Courville
12:45pm – Zydeco Dance Contest – Festival Stage*
2:00pm – Crawfish Eating Contest – Breaux Bridge Tent*
2:00pm – Cajun Dance Contest – Festival Stage*
3:15pm – Crawfish Races – Breaux Bridge Tent*
4:15pm-5:15pm – Cajun Dance Lessons – Breaux Bridge Tent – Cal & Lou Courville
5:30pm-6:30pm – Cajun & Zydeco Dance Lesson – Breaux Bridge Tent
12:00am – Festival Grounds Close

SUNDAY, MAY 5, 2024 EVENTS

9:00am – Festival Grounds Open – Information & Souvenir, Food, Beer, Coke, Water, Liquor, Commercial Vendors, Arts & Crafts Booths, Carnival Opens
9:00am – Crawfish Etouffée Cookoff – Breaux Bridge Tent*
9:30am – Parade – Bridge Street to Rees Street to Parc Hardy
12:00pm – Cook-off Judging & Sampling – Time Approximate
4:00pm – Festival Grounds Close

Crawfish Festival Music Lineup:

FRIDAY MAY 3, 2024

CRAWFISH STAGE
5:30 – 7:15 pm – Dylan Aucoin & the Judice Ramblers
7:45 – 9:45 pm – Wayne Toups & Zydecajun
10:00 – 12:00 am – Four Horses

FESTIVAL STAGE
5:15 – 7:00 pm – Forest Huval
7:15 – 9:15 pm – Rusty Metoyer & Zydeco Krush
9:30 – 11:30 pm – Jamie Bergeron & the Kickin Cajuns

BREAUX BRIDGE TENT
8:00 – 10:00 pm – Amis Du Teche

SATURDAY MAY 4, 2024

CRAWFISH STAGE

10:00 – 11:30 am – Paul Daigle & Cajun Gold
11:45 – 1:15 pm –  Jambalaya Cajun Band
1:30 – 3:00 pm – Gerald Gruenig & Gentilly Zydeco
3:15 – 5:15 pm – Keith Frank & the Soileau Family Band
5:30 – 7:30 pm – Pine Leaf Boys
7:45 – 9:45 pm – Chubby Carrier & the Bayou Swamp Band
10:00 – 12:00 am – Geno Delafose & French Rockin Boogie

FESTIVAL STAGE
10:15 – 11:45 am – Bubba Hebert & New Morse Playboys
12:00 – 1:30 pm – Wayne Singleton & Same Ol’ 2 Step
1:45 – 3:15 pm –  Huval Family Band
3:30 – 5:00 pm – Corey Ledet
5:15 – 7:00 pm – Jourdan Thibodeaux et les Rodailleurs
7:15 – 9:15 pm – Horace Trahan & the Ossun Express
9:30 – 11:30 pm – Travis Matte & the Kingpins

BREAUX BRIDGE TENT
7:30 – 9:30 pm – The Jo-Genes

SUNDAY MAY 5, 2024

CRAWFISH STAGE
9:00 – 10:30 am – Jace Goulas & the Breaux Bridge Aces
10:45 – 12:15 pm – Donny Broussard & the Louisiana Stars
12:30 – 2:00 pm – Hunter Courville & Cajun Fever
2:15 – 4:00 pm – Nik-L-Beer

FESTIVAL STAGE
10:30 – 12:00 pm – Poisson Rouge
12:15 – 1:45 pm – Joe Hall & the Louisiana Cane Cutters
2:00 – 4:00 pm –  Leroy Thomas & the Zydeco Roadrunners

BREAUX BRIDGE TENT
2:00 – 4:00 pm – Brazos Huval School of Music