Louisiana Shrimp Festival

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Description What is it? The Louisiana Shrimp Festival/Shrimp Aid aims to raise awareness about the challenges faced by our local shrimp and fishing industries while creating new economic opportunities for our coastal fishing communities and the broader regional seafood sector. With an urgent call to action of SOS: Save our Shrimpers, the festival will feature award-winning musical artists, food booths from top New Orleans restaurants and pop-ups, and a variety of youth activities, ensuring a fun and family-friendly experience typical of Louisiana festivals. In addition to the usual festivities, the inaugural "Shrimp Aid" will be held at the onsite pavilion. This event will bring together members of the shrimping community, local chefs, industry experts, and community representatives for panels, discussions, and documentary presentations. When and where is it? The first Louisiana Shrimp Festival (LSF) will be held on Sunday, October 20th, from 11 AM to 7 PM at The Broadside, located on Broad Street in New Orleans' Mid-City neighborhood. How Much Does It Cost? / What Will Profits Be Used For? *Admission to Shrimp Fest operates on a pay-what-you-can-if-you-can basis.* All net proceeds will be directed to organizations chosen by local shrimpers and to pilot projects designed to strengthen existing markets and create new opportunities for our regional fishing communities. Who Are We? The Louisiana Shrimp Festival and Shrimp Aid are organized through a collaboration between Southern Artisanal Food Enterprises and a consortium of local fishing industry members, along with educational, governmental, and non- profit organizations dedicated to supporting our local fishers. How Do I Find Out More? For more information, please contact us here, or call Dana Honn at 504-450-4620