Crawfish Fest Is Back at MidCity — And It’s Still Free
The Crawfish Festival returns to MidCity on April 20 with free entry, 10,000+ pounds of crawfish, and live music from The Blind Boys of Alabama. No ticket needed — just show up and eat.
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The smell of boiled crawfish is back in the air at MidCity, and honestly, it feels like spring finally arrived.
We checked the schedule and the 2024 Crawfish Festival returns to The Camp on Saturday, April 20, with free entry, live music, and more than 10,000 pounds of mudbugs expected to hit the pots. If you've driven past MidCity lately, you've probably seen the banners , they're hard to miss.
What's happening at this year's Crawfish Festival?
More than 10,000 pounds of crawfish will be boiled and served, along with corn, potatoes, and sausage. Crawfish Festival returns to MidCity with free entry, music and more than 10,000 pounds of crawfish. Tickets for the crawfish are $20 per pound , you buy them at the event , and sides are sold separately.
Live music starts at noon with local band The Delta Rockets, followed by Southern soul group The Blind Boys of Alabama at 4 PM. The event runs from noon to 8 PM, rain or shine.
Is it really free to get in?
Yes. Entry to the festival is free, no ticket required. You only pay for food, drinks, and activities.
We've been watching this corridor change for years, and MidCity still knows how to throw a community party without locking people out. That's worth something.
Where exactly is this happening?
The festival takes place at The Camp at MidCity, near the corner of Research Park Boulevard and Bob Wallace Avenue. Parking is free in designated lots around the complex.
Pro tip: Arrive early. Lines for crawfish start forming by 1 PM, and the good seating near the stage fills up fast.
Talking to folks in the neighborhood, a few mentioned last year's long lines for restrooms. MidCity says they've added two extra portable units this time. Fingers crossed.
This is the third year for the event, and it's quickly becoming one of those unmissable spring rituals , right up there with the Dogwood Festival and the Orion opening weekend.
Check out MidCity's website for updates, and maybe grab a lemonade while you're browsing , they're on Rocket Pass.
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