CrawFête
Sunday, March 22, 2026 | 2pm - 5pm | Live Oak at Cedar Lodge
The Baton Rouge Epicurean Society proudly presents one of our signature Culinary for a Cause Events - Crawfête, an unforgettable culinary event celebrating Louisiana’s love for crawfish, gourmet dishes, and local beverage vendors and distilleries taking place on Sunday, March 22, from 2:00 to 5:00 PM at our NEW LOCATION - Live Oak at Cedar Lodge.
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What to expect at CrawFête
Crawfête is a boiled crawfish and gourmet crawfish dish showcase and competition, “Best Boiled Crawfish” and “Best Crawfish Dish” will be judged by the community and celebrity judges. Attendees will enjoy expertly boiled crawfish and gourmet crawfish-inspired dishes from a lineup of incredible local favorite restaurant and boilers plus sip cocktails, mocktails and local beer distilleries. This year’s Crawfête promises a festive atmosphere filled with live music, community spirit, and the best crawfish in town!
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Every ticket, every donation, every bite counts. We measure success not in what we raise, but in the children we reach and the futures we build.
100% of net proceeds support nutrition and education programs
1000+ children served through BRES initiatives annually
FAQs
General Info
Crawfête attracts a highly engaged crowd of approximately 600 guests, including food lovers, community leaders, and supporters of local causes.
New this year:Children’s tickets are available, making Crawfête a family-friendly afternoon event.
Crawfête is a spring crawfish tasting and competition hosted by the Baton Rouge Epicurean Society, bringing together top crawfish boilers, restaurants, and beverage partners to benefit childhood nutrition and food insecurity initiatives.
- Date: Sunday, March 22, 2026
- Time: 2:00–5:00 PM
- Location: Live Oak at Cedar Lodge, Baton Rouge
Food Vendor Info (Restaurants + Boilers)
Electricity is extremely limited. Please notify us immediately of any electrical needs so we can place you accordingly.
- One 8-foot table (no chairs)
- Guest serving ware (plates/bowls, forks/spoons)
- Crawfish boats (2 lb nacho boats) for your 4 sacks
- Option to compete or participate without competing
- 4 staff wristbands (additional staff must purchase tickets)
Beverage Vendor Info
Beer, spirits, cocktails, seltzers, wines, soft drinks and mocktails are all welcome.
- Provide enough product for tastings , we are expecting over 600 guests
- Supply your own serving cups
- Ice can be provided by the event
Awards & Competition
No. This is not a cash prize event. Winners receive on-stage recognition, website and social media features, and inclusion in the official press release.
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place – Best Boiler - Judges
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place – Best Dish - Judges
- People’s Choice – Best Boiler
- People’s Choice – Best Dish
Community Vendors & Sponsors
Yes. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please email the Executive Director.
Yes. The Community Vendor entry fee is $250. No vendor is allowed to sell anything on-site. Please email the Executive Director for more information to become a Community Vendor.
Non–food and beverage vendors wishing to distribute information, marketing materials, or promotional items.
Applications & Deadlines
Applications will close once all available vendor spaces are filled. Early submission is encouraged.
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