Frequently Asked Questions

When is Gentilly Fest?

Friday, Oct. 11th: 6pm -9pm
Saturday, Oct 12th: Noon -9pm, &
Sunday, Oct 13th: Noon -8pm

Where is the Fest?

Pontchartrain Park
5701 Press Dr. New Orleans, LA 70126

Do you have Handicapped Parking?

Yes, but you MUST have proper ID or license plate not the hang tag you borrowed from a friend

Do you have a VIP section?

Yes

Can I bring my pet? Dog, cat, bird, snake, monkey?

Sorry, NO animals allowed!

Do you accept credit cards at the festival?

Yes

What is the Jimmy Stokes Gentilly Fest Community Service Youth Award?

It’s named after Jimmy Stokes, one of our long time board members for him spearheading this project; as a labor of love and his years of volunteering in the Gentilly community. It is a financial award that goes to one college student selected from each university in NOLA that participates thru volunteering for 16 or more community hours at the Gentilly Fest. The monetary award assist them with their college expenses.

Permitted items at Gentilly Fest?

Yes! You having a good time, Lawn Chairs, Blankets and Umbrellas are allowed.