




Get ready to pinch some crawfish tails and stomp your boots at the 14th annual Celina Cajun Fest Presented by REX Real Estate!
Celina's Downtown Square
MAY 9, 2026
2 PM to 9 PM
Life Craw-nected.
North Texas' Biggest Crawfish Boil returns on Saturday, May 9th, where Celina's Downtown Square transforms into a Cajun culinary destination.
Dig into a mountain of Texas-sized crawfish while the hottest Cajun and Zydeco bands crank up the heat with two-steppin tunes. Get your fill of gumbo, jambalaya, and all the fixin's, browse unique handmade goodies, and watch alligators snap and roll in live educational shows. Plus, a free kid zone brimming with carnival fun keeps the whole family groovin'!
2026 Stage lineup TBA! Mark your calendars for a day of Cajun flavor, LIVE music, and memories that'll stick like hot sauce. Let the good times roll, Celina!
This event is free to the public. Interested in supporting us? Become a sponsor or volunteer.
#CelinaCajunFest #YeeClaw #CCF

VIP Experience
VIP Experience Tickets
Coming Soon!
-
Exclusive Front of Stage Standing Area
-
(1) Crawfish Platter Ticket (2.5 lbs. of crawfish, corn and potatoes)
-
(1) Festival Bar Drink Voucher
-
Exclusive VIP Festival Merchandise Item
-
Expanded VIP Seating Area with Picnic and Crawfish Tables
-
Private VIP Bar
-
Flushable, Air-Conditioned Restrooms


Welcome Casey Donahew!
2025 Headliner

After over two decades of making music, one thing has never changed for Casey Donahew – it has always been and always will be about the song.
The Lone Star native, whose hometown of Fort Worth, TX has designated October 22nd “Casey Donahew Day” and has adopted his song “Stockyards” as the official song, has carved out a sizable niche for himself simply just by doing what he does best and doing it with authenticity.
That unwavering trait is what his fans respond to and come back for time and time again. He’s at it again with his latest album, NEVER NOT LOVE YOU, a 17-track project packed chock full of musical tales about cowboys, love, heartbreak, and the eccentricities of life that he fine-tunes into so well and paints oh so vividly in the songs he writes.
With 27 career chart-toppers in his home state, he clearly has a bead on what a good song is in the eyes of his listeners. The movie and TV industry has actually taken notice of Donahew’s talent plenty of times over the past few years. He’s had several songs in the popular “Yellowstone” TV drama, and one in the Taylor Sheridan drama “Tulsa King” as well, along with a cut in the 2022 B.J. Novak/Ashton Kutcher film “Vengeance.” The projects are just another outlet for the hardworking singer/songwriter, who continues touring around the country to sellout crowds as well. He finds at 20 plus-years in, the things that continue to carry him through and sustain him are the same things that brought him to the dance in the first place – hard work and dedication to his craft.
EVENT SCHEDULE
2PM: Event Kick-Off
2:30PM: TBA
3:30PM: Gator Show
4:30PM: TBA
5:30PM: Gator Show
6PM: TBA
7:45 PM: TBA
9PM: Event Ends
10PM: Last Shuttle Leaves Downtown
*Subject to change without notice.



Petting Zoo & Live Gator Shows
We are excited to welcome Gator Country back to Celina Cajun Fest!
Experience two captivating 45 to 60 minute shows hosted by Gator Country, designed to educate audiences on the vital role of the American alligator conservation. These engaging presentations will also include information on crocodiles, snakes, and other native reptiles, including turtles, tortoises, and lizards. Get your hands up for a chance to participate in the show!
A unique hands-on experience with these remarkable reptiles will be available to attendees after each show. Participants can feed tortoises and interact with baby alligators in a supervised environment where their mouths are safely taped. Ticket purchases for this petting zoo directly support the Gator Country Adventure Park, which serves as the largest Alligator Adventure Park & Sanctuary in Southeast Texas.


SHOP LOCAL VENDORS!
Shop local vendors selling handmade & homemade items. Enjoy traditional fair food such as corndogs and funnel cakes, as well as Cajun and Latin cuisine. See the below list of approved vendors, feel free to shop their websites prior to the event. #ShopLocal

CALL FOR LOCAL VENDORS COMING SOON!
Cajun themed, handmade, and homegrown artists and artisans preferred. Join our Vendor Database to receive the Vendor Application straight to your email.

*Applications are through Eventeny, which is a free platform for vendors to create a profile and apply. Please note, all applying vendors are required to enter a credit/debit card. Once approved to participate, you will be sent an approved message & invoice through Eventeny (also sent to your email). Payment will automatically be charged 5 business days after payment notification using the card you applied with. Please contact events@celina-tx.gov if you have any questions or concerns.
Park & Ride
Celina Cajun Fest is held on Celina's Downtown Square. Free Park and Ride Shuttles to and from the event will be available from 2 - 10 PM.
2 Pick-Up Locations: Moore Middle School & Collin College
Pro Tip: Check out our Downtown Parking Maps!

The City of Celina has a variety of volunteer opportunities for individuals age 16 years or older. Volunteering offers a great way to get connected and give back to the community. Our volunteers are a valuable and much-appreciated resource for our fast-growing City and the myriad activities in the community. It only takes a few minutes to sign up: simply complete the online form to be added to our volunteer database.
Volunteers


Join Us at the Award-Winning
Celina Cajun Fest!
Below is a list of Best in Texas awards Celina Cajun Fest has received from Texas Festivals and Events Association.

2023, 2024

2024

2022, 2024

2024

2024

2024

2024

2023, 2024

2024

2024

2023, 2024

2024

2024

2023

2023
.png)