

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: May The 4th Festival & Cookoff
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: May the 4th Be With You Louisiana — Coming in 2026

Louisiana’s Premier Star Wars–Themed Festival &amp; Cook-Off Supporting Local School Music Programs

Houma, get ready. May the 4th Be With You Louisiana returns in 2026 bigger, louder, and with an even stronger mission — supporting local school music programs across our community.

This one-of-a-kind Star Wars–inspired festival brings fans, families, and music lovers together for a full day of entertainment while raising critical funds that help schools provide instruments, uniforms, travel assistance, and performance opportunities for student musicians.

🌌 What to Expect in 2026

🏃‍♂️ The Return of the Kessel Run 5K — Glow Run Edition
Our fan-favorite themed race is back and brighter than ever. Run or walk through downtown in a nighttime glow run experience. Costumes encouraged — fun guaranteed.

🍴 Empire Cooks Back Cook-Off
Local teams face off with creative, galactic-inspired dishes. Sample, vote, and help crown the best flavors in the galaxy.

🎶 Live Music All Day
More bands and performances than ever before, featuring student musicians, local favorites, and regional talent across multiple stages.

🧑‍🚀 Cosplay Contest
Suit up as your favorite Star Wars character and compete for prizes, bragging rights, and galactic glory.

🎸 Live Auction
Bid on autographed guitars, Star Wars memorabilia, exclusive collectibles, and more — with proceeds directly supporting local schools.

🎪 Intergalactic Circus
The Acadiana Circus returns with aerial acrobatics and cosmic performances that wow audiences of all ages.

✨ Plus Even More

Themed vendors and artist marketplace

Expanded kids’ zones and family activities

Interactive experiences and surprises throughout the festival grounds

All designed to bring the galaxy to life — while making a real impact in our schools.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/houma/may-the-4th-festival-and-cookoff/200029682606154
- **Event Categories**: music, festivals, entertainment, kids, contests, sports, live-music, art, nonprofit, music-festivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 488

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029682606154?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=houma-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Houma
- **state**: LA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 308 Church St Houma La 70369
- **lat**: 29.59704
- **long**: -90.72236
- **full address**: 308 Church St Houma La 70369, 308 Church St, Houma, LA 70360-4510, United States

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Kings of Neon (https://allevents.in/org/kings-of-neon/21219449)

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 308 Church St Houma La 70369, 308 Church St, Houma, LA 70360-4510, United States
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Kings of Neon
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** music, festivals, entertainment, kids, contests, sports, live-music, art, nonprofit, music-festivals
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about May The 4th Festival & Cookoff ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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