Crawfish Cookoff Sesh 2026

Schedule

Sun May 24 2026 at 04:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Culture Park NOLA | New Orleans, LA

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Nola Secret Sesh: Crawfish Cookoff! A head to head Boil Off w/ music, sesh vibes & Marketplace!
About this Event

🌿 NOLA SECRET SESH PRESENTS: CRAWSESH 2026 🦞🔥
The Crawfish CookOff Sesh Returns

New Orleans… this isn’t just another crawfish boil.

Welcome to CRAWSESH 2026 the official return of our fan-favorite Crawfish CookOff Sesh, bringing together food, music, competition, and pure New Orleans energy for one unforgettable day.

For one day only, Culture Park NOLA transforms into the ultimate backyard festival experience packed with crawfish, DJs, vendors, and the community that makes NOLA Secret Sesh special.

The pots are boiling. The competition is real.
And somebody leaving humbled. 😮‍🔥

WHAT TO EXPECT

🦞 Crawfish CookOff Battle
🔥 Live DJs & curated music
🛍️ Local vendors & marketplace vibes
🍔 Food vendors & eats available all day
🏆 Championship showdown: Rj’s Catch returns to defend the CrawSesh Title against Big Chief Seafood
🎉 Community sesh energy all afternoon

FREE crawfish for all VIP & sections (while supplies last) 👀

Think classic New Orleans crawfish boil meets festival energy — built for the culture and the community.

📍 EVENT DETAILS

Location: Culture Park NOLA
Date: SUNDAY, May 24, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM

🌿 ABOUT NOLA SECRET SESH

Nola Secret Sesh is a New Orleans-based event series bringing together community, creativity, comedy, music, and culture in a safe, welcoming environment. For over five years, we’ve created experiences centered around connection, expression, and unforgettable vibes.

CRAWSESH is one of our most anticipated seasonal experiences where food, music, and community collide.

⚠️ IMPORTANT INFO

• 21+ Event Valid ID Required
• Respect the space, the community, and the vibe
• VIP & Sections receive FREE crawfish while supplies last
• Tickets are limited early arrival strongly encouraged

Pull up. Eat good. Catch vibes.
Let’s crown a new champion.

🦞🔥 CRAWSESH IS BACK.

#NolaSecretSesh #CrawSesh #CrawfishCookOff #NewOrleansEvents #NOLACrawfish



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Culture Park NOLA, 3000 Franklin Avenue, New Orleans, United States

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