COMING SOON!!!
Hey y’all! Karen Brem here — Marketing Director for the Historic Mardi Gras Inn, the newly renovated, fabulously glowing, and proudly LGBTQ+ owned and operated boutique inn sitting just one sweet block from the French Quarter.
And let me tell you — November 15, 2025, is about to get downright delicious. Because that’s when Beignet Fest returns to City Park’s Festival Grounds (4 Friederichs Ave.) from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., serving up the fluffiest, wildest, most rule-breaking beignets this city has ever seen.
🍤 The Beignet Revolution — Sweet Meets Savory
Think you know beignets? Think again.
This isn’t your mama’s café order or that powdered-sugar bomb from the Quarter (though there’s a place for those too). Beignet Fest 2025 is where local artisan chefs take the classic NOLA pastry and turn it into a full-blown foodie fantasy.
Sure, you’ll find the sweet classics — drenched in sugar, chocolate-drizzled, caramel-kissed — but that’s just the warm-up act. The headliners? Savory, spicy, and downright inventive creations that could make a die-hard gumbo fan switch teams.
Imagine:
- Crawfish-filled beignets bursting with Louisiana spice
- Crab-and-corn stuffed beignets that belong in seafood heaven
- Jalapeño-cheddar beignets begging to be paired with a cold local beer
- Veggie-packed vegan beignets that redefine comfort food
And because New Orleans never met a dietary preference it couldn’t party with, there are vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options that hold their own against any butter-laden rival. Whether you crave heat, herbs, or honey, this festival’s got a beignet (or five) with your name on it.
🎷 The Soundtrack to a Foodie’s Dream
No New Orleans festival would be complete without a soundtrack to match its flavor. Expect live brass bands, second lines, funk, and soul echoing through City Park all day long. Grab a plate, sway to the beat, and let the good vibes roll — because at Beignet Fest, music and food go together like powdered sugar and powdered noses (oops — I meant powdered sugar and café au lait… or did I?). 😏
There’s even an Arts Market featuring local makers, so you can shop while you snack. It’s the perfect blend of flavor and flair — a total reflection of what makes New Orleans so fabulous.
🏨 Where to Stay for the Ultimate Beignet Weekend
Now, let’s get real for a second — you’re not just coming for the festival. You’re coming for the weekend. The sights, the sounds, the after-dark adventures in the wickedly wonderful French Quarter.
That’s where we come in.
The Historic Mardi Gras Inn is the place to stay when you’re in town for Beignet Fest (or honestly, any NOLA event). We’re just one block off the Quarter and a quick two-minute stroll to the streetcar stop, putting the entire city within easy reach.
We’ve just finished a site-wide glow-up — refreshed, renewed, and ready to welcome guests with open arms and warm smiles. We don’t make overblown promises, but we do guarantee clean, affordable accommodations and a warm, welcoming staff dedicated to making your stay amazing.
Whether you’re traveling solo, coming with your foodie crew, or rolling into town with your partner for a weekend of flavor and fun, we’ve got your home base covered.
💋 Make It a Long Weekend, Sugar
Here’s your game plan:
- Friday night: Check in with us, unpack, and head out for cocktails and live music in the Quarter.
- Saturday: Hit Beignet Fest early — wear stretchy pants, trust me — and savor every stuffed, spicy, or sugar-dusted bite.
- Saturday night: Take that sugar rush straight into Bourbon Street or Frenchmen Street. (You can sleep in Sunday.)
- Sunday: Late brunch, a lazy stroll, and maybe — just maybe — one more beignet for the road.
But don’t wait — rooms are filling fast, and this festival draws thousands of hungry visitors. So, if you want your slice (or square) of New Orleans heaven, book your stay now before someone else snags it.
FOR INFORMATION ON ACCOMMODATIONS CALL US DIRECTLY AT 504.949.5815 OR 1.800.209.9408. YOU MAY ALSO VISIT US ONLINE AT historicmardigrasinn.com.
🎭 Final Bite
Beignet Fest 2025 isn’t just about food — it’s about creativity, culture, and community. It’s a love letter to New Orleans, written in butter, sugar, spice, and maybe a hint of mischief.
So come on down, indulge your sweet and savory sides, and let us treat you to the full NOLA experience. From crawfish-filled bites to powder-sugar-kissed smiles — you’ll leave this city full, happy, and plotting your return.
I’ll see you in November, beignet in one hand and coffee in the other.
— Karen Brem
Marketing Director, Historic Mardi Gras Inn