Get ready to spice up your palate: Atlanta has been selected as the host city for the inaugural Creole Food Festival, a vibrant celebration of global Creole cuisine that promises to be one of the most exciting culinary events in the Southeast this year.

Originally launched as the New York Creole Food Festival, the popular event is expanding southward for the first time, bringing its signature blend of flavors, cultures, and award-winning talent to the heart of Georgia.

Creole Food Festival: What To Know

The two-day festival, scheduled for November 22-23, 2025, at Knock Music House in Atlanta, will showcase renowned and rising-star chefs from the Caribbean, West Africa, Europe, Asia, South America, and the Creole and Cajun communities of Louisiana and the American South.

Attendees can look forward to:

  • Live cooking demonstrations and chef battles
  • Tastings of signature Creole-inspired dishes from dozens of vendors
  • Specialty cocktails and beverages crafted by top bartenders, including exclusive festival drinks
  • Participation from international tourism boards highlighting Creole culture in their regions
  • A marketplace featuring spices, sauces, cookware, and artisanal products
  • Live music blending Zydeco, jazz, soca, and Afrobeats

Early-bird tickets go on sale next week, with general admission starting at $55 to $85.

Foodies won’t want to miss what organizers are calling “the most flavorful weekend of the year.”

For updates on the venue announcement, chef lineup, and ticket links, visit creolefoodfestival.com or follow @CreoleFoodFest on Instagram.

Save the date:

  • Creole Food Festival : November 22-23
  • GRAND TASTING: November 23
  • Time: 5pm-9pm
  • Location: Knoch Music House (1789 Cheshire Bridge Rd, Atlanta, GA)

Atlanta’s about to get a whole lot spicier.

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