Freret Street Festival 2024

Story and Photos by Edwin Buggage Editor-in-Chief Data News Weekly We are at the beginning of the festival season. This past weekend the Freret Street Festival of 2024 was a vibrant celebration of art, music, and food, stretching across six blocks from Napoleon to Valmont. This event brought together over 200 local artists and chefs, showcased 46 brick-and-mortar businesses, and featured 20 bands across three stages for an unforgettable day. The festival not only celebrated the creative spirit of New Orleans but also aimed to support the local artists and businesses that give the city its unique charm​. Data News Weekly was there to catch some of the highlights.