2023 Crawfish Music Festival

Categories: Gulfport Facilities, Local

The Crawfish Music Festival is an annual event that takes place in Biloxi, Mississippi and is a celebration of music, food, and culture. The festival is held in April and features a variety of musical acts, as well as plenty of delicious crawfish and other Southern cuisines. This year will make it the 30th year of the event taking place.

The festival is held at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center, which is a large indoor and outdoor venue that can accommodate thousands of people. The outdoor area is where the food vendors and carnival rides are located, while the indoor space is where the musical acts perform.

One of the main attractions of the Crawfish Music Festival is the food. Crawfish is the star of the show, and plenty of vendors sell boiled crawfish, crawfish étouffée, and other Cajun and Creole dishes. In addition to crawfish, vendors sell other southern favorites like fried catfish, jambalaya, and gumbo.

The musical acts at the Crawfish Music Festival are also a big draw. The festival features a mix of local and national acts, with a focus on country, rock, and blues music. Past performers have included Travis Tritt, Luke Bryan, and Lynyrd Skynyrd.

In addition to the food and music, there are also carnival rides and games for all ages. The festival is family-friendly, and there are plenty of activities for kids, including face painting and a petting zoo.

Overall, the Crawfish Music Festival is a must-attend event for anyone who loves music, food, and Southern culture. The festival is a great way to experience the best of Mississippi and enjoy a fun-filled weekend with family and friends.

This year’s festival takes place from April 19th-23rd and features artists such as Jordan Davis, Dwight Yoakam, Ashley McBryde, Bailey Zimmerman, MIKE, and more!