Bayou Bacchanal, the original Caribbean Carnival of New Orleans, is back for its celebration of Caribbean culture and heritage. Presented by Friends of Culture, Bayou Bacchanal will include Caribbean cuisine, dance, music, and celebration.
Bayou Bacchanal 2024:
November 1 - kick off dance / opening night party
November 2 - Bayou Bacchanal in Congo Square
Bayou Bacchanal is held at Congo Square. Rideshare/ taxi/ public transportation is available.
Ticket prices are TBA.
In the southern corner of Armstrong Park is Congo Square, an open space where the enslaved and free people of color gathered throughout the 19th century for meetings, open markets, and the African dance and drumming...