Dates not confirmed yet. This edition is expected in March 2027, based on when it has run before. Check the organizer before making plans.

Community

Kenner Italian Heritage Festival

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Date

Expected March 2027

Location

Rivertown, 400 block of Williams Boulevard
415 Williams Blvd, Kenner, LA 70062

Organized by

Kenner Italian Heritage Festival (chaired by Nick Congemi, retired Kenner police chief)

About this happenin

Kenner's Italian Heritage Festival closes the 400 block of Williams Boulevard in Rivertown, the old river district, for a weekend in March that moves around within the month. Former Kenner police chief Nick Congemi pictured something close to a family reunion when he started it to honor the Italian families who built the area, farmers and tradespeople who sent rail cars of produce across the country. Adults paid $10 at the 2026 festival, and children 7 and under get in free with an adult. Parking is free on the surrounding streets. Folding chairs are welcome, while outside food and drinks, coolers and pets are off limits. The streets fill with live bands, food booths selling meatballs and cannoli, local crafters, a St. Joseph's Altar and a photo display of the area's Italian history. Genealogy specialists are on hand if you want to trace your own family.

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