NOLA MAC & CHEESE FESTIVAL 2025 (New Orleans East)

THE NOLA MAC & CHEESE FESTIVAL 2025 is back in action at New Orleans East! Get ready for a cheesy extravaganza like no other. Indulge in ooey-gooey goodness from a variety of vendors serving up their unique twists on this classic comfort food. Whether you like it traditional or loaded with toppings, there's something for every mac & cheese lover here. Don't miss out on this delicious event - mark your calendars now!

As we head in 2025 we are expecting a Great Year with Great Expectations!

New Orleans voted #1 for Food in 2024 again retains her spot in serving up some of the Best Food!

The Annual Mac & Cheese Fest will be held in New Orleans East. Join us to sample different Mac & Cheese entrees from different vendors . Enjoy music, dancing, drinks, and vendors to shop. (Bring your own chairs, Umbrella to stay cool)

Activities and Music

Our Fest is fun for everyone. Enjoy music and dancing from12:00 am - 5:30 pm while children enjoy our designated play area.

Early Bird Admission 10:00 am

Beignets Donuts and Coffee $8

Sunday June 29, 2025

$10 Admission (Redeem for a Mac & Cheese with Chicken Bites Sampler)

Time: 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm (pre-shut down 5:30 pm)Location New Orleans EastBullard Ave, 70128

Food

Queen Mama Alaina's Kitchen Famous Mac & Cheese, Vegan, Vegetarians and Vendors encourage to apply and showcase your delicious entrees.The mac &'cheese dishes will be judged by Mac & Cheese Experts.

Are you a Mac & Cheese Expert, request to be a Judge. Will you take the Mac & Cheese prize. Our festival will have a Mac n Cheese eating contest! Applications open now to enter.

Admission

The Mac & Cheese Fest is $10 to enter, with food and drink tickets available to purchase on Eventbrite.

A portion of proceeds from the event will benefits Queens of Africa United International Foundation USA 501c3 to assist orphans aka foster kids, elderly, widows, destitute situations and sex trafficking.

Food Vendor $150 (Great opportunity for Sno Ball and Ice Cream Vendors)

Retail Vendor $75

Contest Entry $25 (Win Trophy, Prize and recognition for The Best Mac & Cheese, please make 2 trays if your ingredients are seafood, one dish without seafood for judging)

Sponsorship Available (Your Early Sponsorship helps us to Advertise Early

Benefits & Rewards of Sponsorship

Gold Sponsorship Level- $5,000 Rewards

• Fifty (50) free food vouchers

• Your company’s name printed on an oversized banner placed outdoors above the bandstand

• Company Logo & website link on our site for one year

• Company mention on any TV & radio ads

• Company Logo & website link on our site for one year

• Plus: Announcements at Festival and Recognition in printed Festival Program

Silver Sponsorship Level - $2,500 Rewards

• Twenty-five (25) free food vouchers

• Your company’s name printed on a vertical banner displayed prominently outdoors

• Company Logo & website link on our site for one year

• Plus: Announcements at Festival and Recognition in printed Festival Program

Bronze Sponsorship Level - $1,500 Rewards

• Fifteen (15) free food vouchers

• Your company’s name printed on a banner placed in the vendor area

• Company Logo & website link on our site for one year

• Plus: Announcements at Festival and Recognition in printed Festival

Individual Sponsorship Level - $1,000 Rewards

• Five to ten free food vouchers

• Company Logo & website link on our site for one year

• Plus: Announcements at Festival and Recognition in printed Festival Program

Want to help?

To donate or volunteer your time CONTACT us.

Zelle: Queens of Africa United International Foundation USA

Host or Publisher NOLA Krewe of West Africa