Poppa Earles Tailgate Festival
Overview
Baton Rouge's Biggest FREE Tailgate Festival! Poppa Earle’s Tailgate Festival is a two-day celebration of food, football, live music, and community at Pointe-Marie in Baton Rouge, November 20–21. The fun kicks off Friday night with live music from Thomas Cain from 6–9 PM, great food, a full bar, and a huge fireworks show on the levee.
Gates open Saturday at 11 AM for a full day and night of festivities featuring the Ultimate Tailgate Cookoff, LSU vs. Tennessee on a giant screen, live and silent auctions, kids’ activities, vendors, live entertainment, great food, and more. Admission is FREE to the public!
This event helps benefit the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank and its mission to fight hunger throughout our community. For more information, visit PoppaEarles.com.








