Gueydan Duck Festival Announces 2026 Headliners

(KNGT-FM) - Summertime in Southwest Louisiana is the place to be this summer if you like live music, Louisiana culture, and having a good time. One of the festivals in August is the legendary Gueydan Duck Festival, and they're celebrating their 50th year!

Over the weekend, they shared their Headliners for this year's festival, and we've got everything you need to know so you can go ahead and make those dates on the calendar!

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The festival takes place every year in downtown Gueydan, Louisiana. The event first started in 1977 and has grown into one of the most popular festivals in the region.

The 2026 festival will run for four days, from August 27–30, 2026. This year is extra special because it marks the 50th anniversary of the festival. Families come from all over to enjoy live music, duck calling contests, dog trials, outdoor cooking competitions, skeet shooting, and a large carnival.

CANVA - Tracy Byrd - Wayne Toups

2026 Gueydan Duck Festival Headliners

Friday Night, the party will get started with Country singer Tracy Byrd taking the stage. The Texas native has been performing since the early 1990s, with hits such as “Watermelon Crawl,” “The Keeper of the Stars,” and “I’m From the Country.”

Saturday Night, it's Louisiana legend Wayne Toups playing some of his legendary hits like "Take My Hand," "Two Step Mamou, "That's What I Love About My Baby," "All Over Again," and so many more.

The complete entertainment lineup is not out yet, but when it is announced, we will announce it for you!