# Event Details - **Event Name**: Empty Bowls Northeast Louisiana 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Get ready to enjoy a bowlful of creativity and community spirit at Empty Bowls Northeast Louisiana 2026!About this EventJoin us for the Food Bank of Northeast Louisiana’s 10th Annual Empty Bowls on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the Monroe Civic Center, a beloved community tradition that brings people together to fight hunger.With an all‑inclusive ticket, guests will enjoy tastings from 12+ local restaurants and select a handcrafted bowl to take home as a lasting reminder of the empty bowls that you helped to fill in our community. The event will also feature live music, live painting, a silent auction filled with art and unique gift items, and fun activities for kids, making it an experience the whole family can enjoy.This year a limited number of special VIP tickets are available that will allow for early entry at 10:30 am for the first choice of bowls and food! You can also pre-order an Empty Bowls Tshirt in the add-ons section.This event has sold out in advance for six consecutive years, so don’t wait, get your tickets early!Empty Bowls is about more than a great meal; it’s about making a meaningful impact. Every $10 raised helps the Food Bank provide around 30 meals to neighbors facing hunger right here in Northeast Louisiana.Mark your calendar, invite your friends and family, and join us as we share a meal, celebrate community, and take another step toward a hunger‑free Northeast Louisiana.TICKET OPTIONS:$65 VIP ticket includes early entry at 10:30 am with handmade bowl$45 ticket includes handmade bowl$20 ticket includes event and food (no bowl)$10 ticket for children age 4-12 (event and food only)Kids 3 and under get in freeStay Tuned for 2026 Vendor List!2025 Food Vendors Included:Taste of IndiaJAC's Craft SmokehouseChef Pat NolanDelta Biscuit CoGrown & GrazedLotus ClubNewk's EateryCC's Coffee House MonroeChicken Salad ChickZeus JuiceLittle Sweet ShoppeTexas RoadhouseThurman's Food FactoryNothing Bundt CakesBaskin Robbins - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/monroe/empty-bowls-northeast-louisiana-2026/100001980190542217 - **Event Categories**: kids, food-drinks, music, art, live-music, fine-arts, entertainment, calendar - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 3 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 12.51, max: 108.55, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Monroe - **state**: LA - **country**: United States - **location**: Monroe Civic Center - **lat**: 32.5025874 - **long**: -92.1079489 - **full address**: Monroe Civic Center, 401 Lea Joyner Memorial Expressway, Monroe, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Empty Bowls Northeast Louisiana 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb697320203c497.jpg ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Empty Bowls Northeast Louisiana 2026 being held? - **A:** Empty Bowls Northeast Louisiana 2026 takes place on Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Monroe Civic Center, 401 Lea Joyner Memorial Expressway, Monroe, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Empty Bowls Northeast Louisiana 2026? - **A:** Empty Bowls Northeast Louisiana 2026 is organized by Food Bank of Northeast Louisiana. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Empty Bowls Northeast Louisiana 2026 is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Monroe, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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