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NOLA BugFest
NOLA BugFest has moved to October 17 because of weather. The free event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 2100 Leon C. Simon Drive.
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Free family event
NOLA BugFest on October 17
The city moved the sixth annual BugFest because of weather. Admission is free.
When and where
Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the New Orleans Mosquito, Termite and Rodent Control Board, 2100 Leon C. Simon Drive.
What is on the schedule
The posted program includes an edible insect cooking demonstration at 10:30 a.m., an expert session at 11:30 a.m., storytime at 2 p.m. and beetle races at 2:30 p.m. Check the city page for updates.
Sources: City of New Orleans NOLA BugFest