Festivals

Bayou Bon Vivant Cajun Music, Food & Art Festival

May 15 - May 17 2026

Time may vary depending on the day
Town Point Park, Downtown Norfolk Waterfront, VA 113 Waterside Dr Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: Free & Open to the public!

Indulge in the flavors of New Orleans at the Bayou Bon Vivant, a three-day celebration of the tastes, tunes, and traditions of the Crescent City. From juicy handfuls of crawfish to world-renowned N’awlins jazz musicians, the Bayou Bon Vivant captures the vibrant spirit of Louisiana and transforms it into a weekend-long party Friday-Sunday, May 15 – 17, 2026 at Town Point Park along the Downtown Norfolk Waterfront! A wide-ranging and fun experience for the entire family, the Bayou Bon Vivant also features an Arts Market featuring 30+ New Orleans crafters, crocodile and reptile exhibits, mouth-watering Cajun dishes such as beignets, gumbo, etouffees, and jambalaya.

 

May 15 – 17, 2026
Friday: 12 Noon – 2pm (Free & Open to the public!) 2pm – 10pm (Ticketed)
Saturday: 12 Noon -10pm
Sunday: 12 Noon – 6pm

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