THE NOLA NEW ORLEANS MAC & CHEESE FESTIVAL WITH 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!

Proceeds from the event will benefit orphans aka foster kids, elderly, widows, destitute situations, no kid left behind food program in poor areas, sex trafficking and minority groups of children with autism and non verbal communication.

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 and Soul Food 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 pm - 6:00 pm while children enjoy our designated play area.

Sunday June 29, 2025

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

Time: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm 

Location: The Festival Plaza 

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 and Fried Chicken Experts. Food sooo Good "It Makes Ya Wanna Slap Ya Mamma!" "Creole Babe Ya Heard Me!"

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 n Cheese with Fried Chicken eating contest! Applications open now to enter.

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

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)