About the Festival
The Louisiana Gumbo Festival began in 1973. During the 1970s, Louisiana Governor Edwin Edwards signed a proclamation naming Chackbay the Gumbo Capitol of Louisiana. Annually, volunteers cook nearly 500 gallons of Gumbo during the festival weekend. You can also find various Cajun food, music, amusement rides, parade, auction, and so much more for the whole family to enjoy.
Each year, the festival attracts over 15,000 visitors each year. The Gumbo Fest was previously named one of the Top 100 Events in North America by the American Bus Association, and was also names one of the Top 20 Events in the Southeast by the Southeastern Tourism Society.
All festival proceeds benefit the local Chackbay Volunteer Fire Department. Learn more about CVFD by visiting their website HERE.
Picture this:
You’re at the Gumbo festival, the air is thick with the warm smell of gumbo and the sizzling sound of hot jambalaya. The crowd is electric, and then the music stage lights up with the irresistible sounds of local music.
The bands are a whirlwind of energy, with musicians in vibrant outfits playing with such passion it’s as if they’re trying to squeeze all of Louisiana into every note. The rhythms are infectious, making it impossible to resist joining in a spirited two-step or a lively Cajun waltz.
Imagine a party where the music makes you feel like you’re part of a big, happy family reunion—one where everyone’s invited, and the only rule is to have a great time. That’s the magic of live Cajun music at a Louisiana festival: it’s an all-out celebration of culture, rhythm, and pure, unfiltered fun!
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Sooo... will we see you there? ;)
Festival Location
326 Highway 304
Thibodaux, LA 70301
