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Albany Today
By the People, for the People
Albany's Crawfish Festival to Proceed Despite Storm Damage
Organizers confirm the annual event will go on as scheduled this weekend.
Mar. 13, 2026 at 7:49pm
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Despite some storm damage to the Thronateeska's train exhibit roof, organizers of Albany's annual crawfish festival have confirmed the event will take place as planned on Saturday, March 14. The festival will feature all-you-can-eat crawfish, live music from Black Cat Zydeco, and support music education and the Albany Symphony Orchestra.
Why it matters
The crawfish festival is a highly anticipated annual event in Albany that draws crowds of locals and visitors alike to celebrate the region's culinary traditions. Ensuring the festival can proceed as scheduled despite recent storm damage demonstrates the organizers' commitment to the community and preserving this longstanding tradition.
The details
The crawfish boil will be catered by Crawfish County Catering from Louisiana, and attendees will be able to watch the cooking process and enjoy unlimited servings of the Cajun delicacy. In addition to the food, the festival will feature live music from Black Cat Zydeco throughout the 4-8 pm event. Proceeds from ticket sales will support music education and Albany Symphony Orchestra activities.
- The crawfish festival is scheduled for Saturday, March 14, 2026.
- Thursday, March 12's storms caused damage to the Thronateeska's train exhibit roof.
The players
Thronateeska
The venue hosting the crawfish festival, located at 100 West Roosevelt Avenue in Albany, Georgia.
Crawfish County Catering
The Louisiana-based catering company providing the crawfish for the festival.
Black Cat Zydeco
The band performing live music throughout the crawfish festival event.
Albany Symphony Orchestra
The local symphony orchestra that will benefit from proceeds of the crawfish festival ticket sales.
The takeaway
Despite the recent storm damage, the Albany community can look forward to enjoying the annual crawfish festival as a celebration of local culture, cuisine, and music. The event's organizers have demonstrated their commitment to preserving this beloved tradition for residents and visitors alike.
