Join us at the Baton Rouge Soul Food Festival for a weekend filled with delicious food, fantastic music, and a celebration of soul food culture. Don't miss out on this family-friendly event featuring live performances, a vendor's village, and a soul food cooking contest. Mark your calendars for May 18-19 and head to the Main Library at Goodwood for a memorable experience.
The Baton Rouge Soul Food Festival: A Celebration of Food, Music, and Culture
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Get ready for a weekend filled with mouthwatering food, soulful music, and a vibrant celebration of culture at the Baton Rouge Soul Food Festival. This annual event, now in its seventh year, promises to be a feast for the senses.
Hosted at the Main Library at Goodwood, located at 7711 Goodwood Blvd, this family-friendly festival will take place on Saturday and Sunday, May 18-19, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Admission is free, so gather your loved ones and come indulge in the flavors, sounds, and traditions of soul food.
From blues and soul to R&B, gospel, and Christian music, the Baton Rouge Soul Food Festival will have a diverse lineup of talented artists that will keep you grooving all day long. Get ready to sway to the rhythm of Henry Turner Jr. & Flavor, the Listening Room All-stars, Ervin "Maestro" Foster, Jim Masters Foster, and many more.
But the festival isn't just about music. It's also a chance to explore the vibrant vendor's village, where you can sample a variety of mouthwatering food and browse through unique merchandise. Indulge in regional favorites from Louisiana, Texas, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, and Florida, and discover the rich flavors that define soul food.
For those with a competitive spirit and a passion for cooking, the judged soul food cooking contest is a must-attend event. Show off your culinary skills and submit your entry in categories like meats, vegetable and side dishes, breads and desserts, appetizers and soups, and beverages and ices. Impress the judges with your presentation, taste, and the story behind your dish for a chance to win first, second, or third place in each category.
As the festival approaches, stay tuned for the announcement of the recipient of the pioneer award, which recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the soul food industry. Join us in honoring the trailblazers who have shaped the soul food scene in Baton Rouge and beyond.
But the fun doesn't stop there! Kick off the festivities with a pre-party on Thursday, May 16, at Henry Turner Jr.'s Listening Room. For just $30, you'll enjoy a soul food buffet and a no-host bar, setting the stage for a weekend filled with delicious food, fantastic music, and a celebration of soul food culture.
Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience. Mark your calendars for May 18-19 and head to the Main Library at Goodwood for the Baton Rouge Soul Food Festival. It's time to savor the flavors, feel the rhythm, and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of soul food.