The New Orleans Seafood Festival will take place in Lafaytte Square in downtown New Orleans. All proceeds for this event will benefit the Louisiana Hospitality Foundation - www.louisianahospitalityfoundation.

In addition to great music and cuisine from many famed, local restaurants and caterers, there will be artist's booths featuring some of our area's best artists.

The festival is free and open to the public. Times are as follows:

Friday, September 10th, 2010: 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Saturday, September 11th, 2010: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Sunday, September 12th, 2010: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Fetival Highlights:

• Friday night:  Bring your Saints ticket stub from Thursday's game for drink specials.
• Celebrity Chef Demonstrations Friday-Sunday
• Festival Merchandise
• Louisiana Artists Displaying and selling original works
• Great food and Music!

All Press and Media requests should be directed to Shelley Rote, Signature Destination Management - 504.962.7260,  srote@signature-dmc.com