Gentilly Fest 2025 is set to light up Pontchartrain Park from October 10–12 with three days of live music, food, art, and family fun. Presented by the New Orleans Tourism and Cultural Foundation and Louisiana Feed Your Soul, this free community festival celebrates the city’s vibrant culture, with donations welcomed to support its programs.

The festival kicks off Friday night, Oct. 10, with Jazz Under the Stars, featuring DJ Juane Jordan, The Deuce Brown Quintet, Gladney, and Quintin Gerard W & Lemek, hosted by Malik Mingo. Music continues all weekend across three stages, with Saturday’s Main Stage lineup including James Andrews, Joy Clark, Royal Essence, and Frank Richard with Chocolate Milk. Sunday highlights include Blair Dottin Haley, King Bronze, Mecca Notes, the Ladies of Soul, and a grand finale performance by 803 Fresh with their hit “Boots on the Ground.”

In addition to music, the Gospel Tent will showcase choirs and performers throughout the weekend, while the Kids Village offers entertainment, rides, storytelling, and even a youth entrepreneurs’ market. Festivalgoers can also explore local food vendors, Folgers Coffee tastings, health and wellness tents, and arts and crafts booths.

VIP passes are available for $75 per day or $140 for a two-day pass, including refreshments and parking. General admission is free, though no outside food, drinks, or pets are allowed. Daily parking is $25.

Festival hours are Friday, Oct. 10 from 6–9 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 11 from noon–8 p.m.; and Sunday, Oct. 12 from noon–8 p.m. For details, schedules, and Gentilly Fest fans, visit www.GentillyFestival.com.