Dusted, topped, stuffed and sandwiched, the 8th annual Beignet Fest returns to City Park Saturday, Nov. 15, featuring multiple variations of New Orleans’ most beloved treat all in one place, for one delicious day.

Beignet Fest’s mouthwatering lineup includes 40 unique takes on beignets, including last year’s judge’s choice winner, Loretta’s Crabmeat Beignet, as well as crowd favorites Ruby Slipper Cafe, PJs and The Vintage NOLA. Plus, with vegan, gluten-free and non-beignet options, there’s something for everyone!

“This year we’re excited to have a wide selection of both crowd favorites and new vendors bringing their A-game,” says Beignet Fest Foundation Executive Director Sherwood Collins in a press release. “Each year our amazing vendors find a way to create imaginative dishes that get bolder, bigger and more creative. From classic powdered sugar perfection to bold, savory surprises, vendors will compete for Best Beignet in Traditional, Sweet and Savory categories.”

New food vendors for 2025 include Southern’s, debuting a Spicy Chicken Beignet, Lillie’s Cajun Kitchen showcasing both Seafood and Boudin Beignets and Catered To bringing Gumbo Beignets, among others. Returning favorites include Asian Outdoor Kitchen’s Plantain Mochi Beignets, Any O’Cajun’s Crawfish Beignets and Ruby Slipper’s Ruby Beignet Trio, which includes Sweet Heat Chicken & Beignets, Ube Yuzu Beignets and the Cochon Tasso Cream Beignets.

Tickets start at $25 and children under 10 are free. Proceeds from Beignet Fest benefit the Beignet Fest Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit organization established to support the autism community in Greater New Orleans.. To view the full menu and to purchase tickets, visit beignetfest.com.