12-8pm | Head over to Pontchartrain Park playground, corner of Press and Prentiss Drive, for a weekend of music, food and family fun. With three stages of live music the festival will be rocking all weekend. Our dedicated sponsors are committed to participating in this annual event that helps make our city special: great neighborhoods, world-class music, artists, and food.

Sunday, Oct. 8

Main Stage: Host, DC Paul, DJ B Sharp, MJ of NOLA, Mystic Krewe Of Femme Fatale’s Cherchez La Femme, Wanda Rouzan and a Taste of New Orleans, New Orleans Mystics, Kermit Ruffins. The Gentilly Fest will close out with a 50th year Anniversary tribute to Hip-Hop, curated by Raj Smoove

Gospel Tent: Park Community Choir, Men of Bethel Colony Transformational Ministries, Lady Felicia Travis, Shades of Praise, Craig Adams and Voices of New Orleans, Jeffrey Pelean and Creative to Worship, Bishop Tyronne Jefferson and The Abundant Life FGBC Choir. 

The Kids Village will provide a Kids Entertainment Stage showcasing our talented youth, face painting, storytelling and activities for everyone. 

While you’re at the festival don’t forget to get the latest resources and information at the Dillard University Community Center’s Wellness tent. Visit the tent and get a Q&A with Dr. Corey Hebert and other health service providers.