"BLEND? What's BLEND?" BLEND is only Northeast Louisiana's premier food, wine & arts festival! BLEND will be held on Island Drive in Monroe on Sunday, May 5, 2024 from 5:00-7:30PM.

The "biggest party on the bayou" will feature local men and women who cook, local and legendary restaurant chefs, live music, drinks by local sponsors and a silent auction of original works by Region 8 artists! BLEND is set to be the top fundraising event of the year. Awards will be given to “Best of Blend – Restaurant” & “Best of Blend – Home Cook”.

Ticket proceeds benefit the Arts Council of Northeast Louisiana's mission to nurture and support a vibrant arts culture across the 12 parishes of Region 8.