Gretna Heritage Festival

Come Revel on the River at Gretna Fest 2025!

Every year, Gretna Fest features the best in local, regional, national and international talent, food, art and crafts. Take in the the gorgeous views of the mighty Mississippi, all the fantastic flavors of food & beverages, and family fun. All the sights, sounds and tastes that make Gretna Fest one of the premier fall festivals are yours to come and discover.

At the Fest, savor a huge variety of food, as well as a variety of exciting villages featuring food and entertainment. Find a treasure among our many arts and crafts. Bring your children to the Kids Corner, located next to the German Village. Plus, enhance your Fest experience at our new Club Backstage. It's located in the Gretna Cultural Center for the Arts and features live music, football game day watch parties, a full bar and more!

It's all here. Fun and enjoyment for everyone, plus we have easy access to and from the Fest by using our FREE SHUTTLE service along with free parking at Oakwood Center and the Jefferson Parish School Systems Building at 501 Manhattan Boulevard in Harvey.

We want you in Gretna as we Revel on the River at Gretna Fest October 3 - 5, 2025.

Children 12 & under enter the Gretna Fest for free. You must purchase a Kid's Corner wristband in order for any child to access Kid's Corner.

All ages require ticket purchase for access to The Club Backstage, Friend of the Fest Area and the Club Suites