# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 9th Annual Baton Rouge Soul Food Festival
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 24 May, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun, 24 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Family Friendly, Free to the Public. Judged Cooking Competition and Mustard Greens and Cornbread Eating ContestAbout this EventThe 9th Annual Baton Rouge Soul Food Festival is family friendly and free to the public. It features blues, soul, R&B, gospel and Christian music, along with a Vendor’s Village, a judged Soul Food Cooking Contest and a Mustard Greens and Cornbread Eating Competition. The stage lineup is expected to include Henry Turner Jr. & Flavor and the Listening Room. All-Stars include Ervin “Maestro” Foster and the My Better Half Band, King Solomon, Princess Teha and Kelton ‘Nspire Harper. New to the festival this year is Southern Blues man Adam Gabriel and the Shadow Road Band from Lafayette. Returning favorites include Gospel singer Xavie Shorts, Soul singer Uncle Chess, Lisa Harris and her Tina Turner Tribute.The Soul Food Cooking Competition is now open to entrants and highlights regional favorites from Louisiana, Texas, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia and Florida. Categories include Meats, Vegetable and Side Dishes, Breads and Desserts, Appetizers and Soups, Beverage and Ices. Criteria includes Presentation, Taste, and the Story or History behind each dish. First, second and third place prizes will be awarded in each category. Downloadable forms and additional instructions are available on the website. For more information call 225-802-9681 or visit www.brsoulfoodfest.com.VIP tickets that include food, drinks and additional giveaways are also available on the website. A Pre-party is scheduled for May 21 at Henry Turner Jr.’s Listening Room from 7pm to midnight.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/baton-rouge/9th-annual-baton-rouge-soul-food-festival/100001984784623237
- **Event Categories**: Contests, Music, Festivals, Entertainment, food-drinks
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 1

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Baton Rouge
- **state**: LA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: EBRPL - Main Library
- **lat**: 30.4437764
- **long**: -91.1071716
- **full address**: EBRPL - Main Library, 7711 Goodwood Boulevard, Baton Rouge, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 9th Annual Baton Rouge Soul Food Festival being held?
  - **A:** 9th Annual Baton Rouge Soul Food Festival takes place on Sun, 24 May, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sun, 24 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm at EBRPL - Main Library, 7711 Goodwood Boulevard, Baton Rouge, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 9th Annual Baton Rouge Soul Food Festival?
  - **A:** 9th Annual Baton Rouge Soul Food Festival is organized by Henry Turner Jr. Listening Room.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Henry Turner Jr. Listening Room's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Henry Turner Jr. Listening Room a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Henry Turner Jr. Listening Room has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 9th Annual Baton Rouge Soul Food Festival is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Baton Rouge, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If 9th Annual Baton Rouge Soul Food Festival sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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