Louisiana Food and Wine Festival

ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT

The Louisiana Food & Wine Festival offers live musical performances, chef-prepared culinary delights, and wine and spirits tastings. Master cooking classes, wine seminars, Royal Street Stroll, Vinola Tasting, Rose Love Garden, Cooling Lounges, and the BBQ People’s Choice Awards are all included in the festival.

ON-SITE AMENITIES

The 2025 Louisiana Food & Wine Festival will be held at three different locations where you can find food, beverages, and ADA-accessible restrooms. Provisions have been made at all locations to accommodate guests with ADA requirements. Merchandise booths will be available to purchase your favorite wine and spirits.

LOCATION

The 2025 Louisiana Food & Wine Festival will be held at these locations: Louisiana’s Celebrity Chefs Wine Dinner L’Auberge Casino Resort 777 L’Auberge Avenue Lake Charles, Louisiana 70601 Fire on the Lake and The Grand Tasting Bord du Lac Park 1111 Bord du Lac Drive Lake Charles, Louisiana 70601 Sunday Jazz Brunch SOWELA Technical Community College 3820 Sen J Bennett Johnston Avenue Lake Charles, Louisiana 70615 The events are held indoors and outdoors, but all outdoor spaces are covered by large-scale tents.

LINEUP

The 2025 Louisiana Food & Wine Festival lineup includes local Zydeco and Cajun musical artists. Attendees can also enjoy gourmet food samples, artisan booths, and interactive food and beverage experiences.

RVING AT THE EVENT

RV camping isn’t permitted at the 2025 Louisiana Food & Wine Festival; however, there are plenty of RV campgrounds, resorts, and parks to stay at. If you don’t have your own RV, arrange for an RV rental in Louisiana to extend your trip. Here are a few nearby RV places to stay:

• Lake Charles RV Resort has 20-50-amp RV sites that have electric, water, and sewage hookups. The amenities you'll find here are clean bathrooms, Wi-Fi, a pet-friendly campground, propane refill available, and paved campsites.

• Cajun Oasis RV Resort has many RV sites that include electric and water connections. It also has a laundromat, Wi-Fi, beach access, an onsite store, and close proximity to Norm’s Tiki Bar.

Tips for RVers at The Louisiana Food & Wine Festival:

• Bring your ID with you when attending the event, as all guests must be 21 or older.

• Pets are not allowed at any of the three venues, so if you camp with your pets, you should make alternate arrangements.

• Fully stock your RV with everything you will need for the event, including snacks and beverages. Bring a first aid kit, your medications, and appropriate attire. You can also drive your car to the venue instead of in your RV.

• Read and familiarize yourself with any rules that apply to your selected campground and each venue you visit during the event. If you become intoxicated, you can arrange for shuttle services or an Uber to your campground. You should enjoy your visit and avoid unlawful actions.

WHERE TO STAY

Lake Charles is a beautiful area with picturesque views, and you will find many hotels with terrific amenities. Here are a few recommendations:

• L’Auberge Casino Resort Lake Charles is one of the venues you’ll visit during the festival, and it offers beautifully appointed guest rooms. The hotel amenities include the casino, onsite restaurants, a golf club, a spa, an arcade, and many shopping opportunities.

• Zampton Inn and Suites has guest rooms featuring modern furnishings and updated beds. Among the amenities are daily housekeeping, a fitness center, free breakfast, and onsite parking.

HOW TO GET THERE

To the L’Auberge Casino Resort: Head north toward Ryan Street. Continue on Ryan Street. Take I-210 West to L’Auberge Avenue. Take exit 4 to I-210 West. Turn left onto Ryan Street. Turn right to merge onto I-210 West. Take exit 4 for Nelson Road. Use the right lane to take the exit toward the Casino Area. Continue onto L’Auberge Avenue. Keep left. Continue straight. Turn left toward the L’Auberge Casino Resort. To Bord du Lac Park: Head north toward Ryan Street. Turn right onto Ryan Street. Turn left onto West Pujo Street. Turn right onto LA-385 North/Lakeshore Drive. Turn left onto LA-385 North. Turn left onto Bord du Lac Drive, and Bord du Lac Park is on the right. To SOWELA Technical Community College: Head north toward Ryan Street. Take Broad Street to Legion Street. Turn right onto Ryan Street. Turn right onto Broad Street. Turn right onto Gerstner Memorial Drive. Turn left onto Legion Street. Turn right. Turn left. Turn left. Turn left, and the SOWELA Technical Community College is on the right.

PARKING

Public parking is available at the festival at each of the three locations.

TICKETS & PRICING

General admission tickets range from $65 to $225. Note that attendees must be at least 21 years of age. Online purchases for daily event tickets have ended for The 2025 Louisiana Food & Wine Festival. However, guests can buy tickets at the box office onsite. You can also purchase Fais-Do-Do Weekend Packages here. The package includes the 2025 Louisiana Food & Wine Festival, Fire on the Lake, and Sunday Jazz Brunch. The package price is $570.

WRAP UP

The 2025 Louisiana Food & Wine Festival is a multi-day celebration of Louisiana’s rich culinary scene, featuring chef-prepared dishes, expertly curated wine and spirits tastings, and immersive food experiences. Don't miss the chance to savor bold flavors, enjoy live entertainment, and connect with top chefs and beverage experts.

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Please note, this is not the official source of the event information. While we try to be as comprehensive as possible, some details may have changed since the time this article was written. Please confirm final details with the official event page.

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