NEW ORLEANS – The French Market Corporation will launch the inaugural “Crescent Park Bazaar” on Saturday, November 21, 2015. This outdoor market will feature local artisans, food trucks and more on the Mandeville Wharf in the newly opened Crescent Park.
Part of the French Market District, Crescent Park is a 1.4 mile, 20 acre urban linear park that connects communities and visitors to the riverfront. This unique public space provides breathtaking views of New Orleans, native landscaping, bike paths, a dog run and multi-use pavilions.
The Bazaar is intended to showcase the local artist talent in New Orleans, provide a community gathering space and invite people to reconnect with the Mississippi River.
The Bazaar will be held the third Saturday of every month from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., with the exception of January, February and August for winter and summer breaks.
To kick off the inaugural Bazaar there will be a ceremonial bell ringing at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 21. The inaugural Bazaar will be followed by a holiday themed Bazaar on Saturday, December 19. After a quick winter break in January and February, the Bazaar picks back up in March 2016.
The subsequent market dates for 2016 are:
• March 19, 2016
• April 16, 2016
• May 21, 2016
• June TBD
• July 16, 2016
• September 17, 2016
• October 15, 2016
• November 19, 2016
• December 17, 2016
The application deadline for the November and December 2015 markets is Friday, November 6.
The Bazaar is seeking vendors who will provide high quality hand crafted and locally made goods. The booth fee for vendors will be $40 for each monthly event. All vendors must hold a special events occupational license and adhere to all rules and regulations outlined in the Bazaar application
