Bayou Saint John at Orleans Avenue (OUTDOORS)
Bayou Saint John was originally a distributary channel of the Mississippi River: it carried water across the cypress swamps to Lake Pontchartrain. Because it offered a straightforward route from the lake to the river, the stream played an essential role in New Orleans’ founding in the early 18th century. At the turn of the 19th century the stream’s course was extended by the construction of the Carondelet Canal and its turning basin, but those structures were filled in the early 20th century because they had fallen out of use. Bayou Saint John is still connected to Lake Pontchartrain, but because of subsidence, it no longer carries water out of New Orleans: it lies higher than the land on either side of it.
Upcoming Shows
October 16th, 17th & 18th, 2026 | 11am-7pm Daily
The 17th Annual Praise on the Bayou Fest, a Gospel Music Experience presented by Versatile Entertainment, is a three-day celebration of Gospel music, faith, and community, with a mission to unite people through the power of music, inspiration, and fellowship in a family-friendly environment.
This annual event brings together top Gospel artists, local talent, and thousands of attendees worship, joy, and impact.
Sunday October 18th Entertainment Lineup:
1pm: Welcome, Prayer, Praise & Worship
1:45pm: Stephen King
2pm: Gerard Mitchell & Friends
2:15pm: Keedy Black
2:30pm: Alma Sherman
2:45pm: Chosen Vessels 3D
3pm: New Hope Mass Choir
3:15pm: Ken Clear
3:30pm: Akia Nevills & Grace Unlimited
4pm: Pastor Tyrone Jefferson & The Tabernacle Choir
4:30pm: Rev. Lawrence Mercadel & Voices In Praise
5pm: Arthur Clayton & Anointed For Purpose
5:30pm: Ron Hadley & The Worship Squad
6pm: Minister Jeffery Pelrean & Created To Worship
7pm: Day 3 Closing
More information at https://www.praisefestnola.com/
