THE NOLA MAC & CHEESE FESTIVAL & FRIED CHICKEN 2025 is rolling in action in New Orleans East "A Soul Train and Soul Food Extravaganza!" Get ready for a cheesy, finger lickin fried chicken, lips smacking extravaganza! Indulge in ooey-gooey goodness from a variety of vendors serving up their unique twists on this classic comfort food. Whether you like it traditional or loaded with toppings, there's something for every mac & cheese & fried chicken lover here. Don't miss out on this delicious event - mark your calendars now!

As we head in 2025 we are expecting a Great Year with Great Expectations!

New Orleans voted #1 for Food in 2024 again retains her spot in serving up some of the Best Food!

Our Annual Version of Soul Train Mac & Cheese with Fried Chicken Fest will be held in New Orleans East. Join us to sample different Mac & Cheese and Fried Chicken entrees from different vendors . Enjoy music, dancing, drinks, and vendors to shop. (Bring your own chairs and Umbrella to stay cool)

Activities and Music

Our Fest is fun for everyone. Enjoy music and dancing from 12:00 am - 5:30 pm while children enjoy our designated play area.

Early Bird Admission 10:00 am

Beignets Donuts and Coffee $10

Sunday June 29, 2025

$10 Admission (Redeem for a Mac & Cheese with Chicken Bites Sampler)

Time: 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm (pre-shut down 5:30 pm) Location New Orleans East, 8700 Lake Forest Blvd, 70127

Queen Mama Alaina's Kitchen Famous Mac & Cheese, Vegan, Vegetarians and Vendors encourage to apply and showcase your delicious entrees.The mac &'cheese with Fried Chicken dishes will be judged by Mac & Cheese Experts

Are you a Mac & Cheese and Fried Chicken Expert, request to be a Judge. Will you take the Mac & Cheese & Fried Chicken prize. Our festival will have a Mac & Cheese & eating contest! Applications open now to enter.'Email nolakreweofwestafricafestival@gmail.com

Admission

The NOLA Mac & Cheese Fest is $10 to enter, with food and drink tickets available to purchase on Eventbrite.

A portion of proceeds from the event will benefits Queens of Africa United International Foundation USA 501c3 to assist orphans aka foster kids, elderly, widows, destitute situations and sex trafficking.

Food Trucks, Food Vendors, Arts & Crafts, Retail Vendors, Serious Inquiries only: Text 504-224-3070

Contest Entry $10 Win Trophy, Prize and recognition for The Best Mac & Cheese, please make 2 trays if your ingredients are seafood, one dish without seafood for judging)

Minors must have an Adult