Experience the sights, sounds, and stories of Louisiana as the Folklife Festival brings our state’s rich traditions, music, food, and culture to life in one unforgettable celebration.
Join us on July 18, 2026, for the 46th Annual Natchitoches-NSU Folk Festival to be held in air-conditioned Prather Coliseum. This family-friendly event will feature over 100 invited craftspeople, authentic folk foods, KidFest activities, and live bluegrass and country open jams. Guests can enjoy free Cajun and Zydeco dance lessons, watch the Louisiana State Fiddle Championship, and taste their way through the Gumbo Cookoff. It’s a full day of fun, food, music, and culture—celebrating the best of Louisiana traditions!
THREE STAGES OF FOLK MUSIC AND DANCING!
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COUNTRY with CHRIS BREAUX and SIX STRING RODEO
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CAJUN MUSIC by KEVIN NAQUIN and the OSSUN PLAYBOYS
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BLUES by THE WAYNE “BLUE” BURNS BAND
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THE WINNSBORO EASTER ROCK ENSEMBLE
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GAL HOLIDAY and the HONKY TONK REVUE
- THE LOUISIANA CZECH HERITAGE DANCERS
- THE AMAZING RHYTHM DISCIPLES
Accessibility
Prather Coliseum and the CAPA Annex/Magale Recital Hall are fully wheelchair accessible.
ASL interpretation, assistive listening devices, and audio description will be made available upon prior request for the cultural discussions in the Festival N-Club Room from 10:00 AM-6:00 PM.
Please make requests for ASL interpretation by July 10, 2025 by contacting folklife@nsula.edu or (318) 357-4332.
Assistive listening devices will be made available upon prior request for the cultural discussions in the Festival N-Club Room from 10:00 AM-6:00 PM.
Made possible in part through the generous support of grants and donors.
