Jefferson Parish invites you to Gretna Festin', a free concert series on the Gretna Riverfront the first four Saturdays of October 2026. Enjoy food, family fun, and music from local and national acts while the Gretna Heritage Festival takes a brief pause & returns in 2027.
In 2026 the festival is taking a brief pause. Gretna Fest will return as a 3-day festival weekend in 2027.
Gretna Festin’ is a free concert series hosted on the Gretna Riverfront happening in 2026 in the festival's place.
This event will take place the first four Saturdays during October 2026. Every weekend, join us for great food, family fun, and music from local and national acts, including Third Eye Blind, Gretchen Wilson, The Spinners, Shane Smith & The Saints, Them Ol’ Ghosts, Irma Thomas, Amanda Shaw, and Peabody.
Kenner
Kenner is home to the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, the City is first to welcome our guests from around the world! Established in 1855, Kenner is a blend of history…
Metairie, LA
Metairie, Jefferson Parish’s largest community, is located on the south shore of Lake Pontchartrain between New Orleans and Kenner.
Harahan & River Ridge
Harahan was named in honor of James Theodore Harahan, president of the Illinois Central Railroad from Harahan Elementary 1906-1911.
Avondale
Avondale is located on the West Bank of the Mississippi and is bordered by Waggaman to the west and Bridge City to the east.
Westwego
Once a passageway for pioneers headed to the Western frontier, Westwego borders some of Louisiana's most picturesque bayous and swamps.
Marrero, LA
Marrero, on the West Bank of the Mississippi River, is home to the Barataria Preserve of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park & Preserve.
Harvey
Harvey is located on the West Bank of the Mississippi River and on the Harvey Canal which is a vital shipping route to the Gulf of Mexico.
Gretna
As one of Louisiana's largest national historic register districts, Gretna is steeped in history and intrigue.
