À PROPOS DE L'ÉVÉNEMENT
Le Grand Pique-Nique is an annual free festival that brings together French immersion students, their families, friends, and Francophone enthusiasts from all over the state to celebrate French language complete with Francophone activities, food, music, games, and competitions.
In 2026, it will enter its 31st year attracting students from all 25 French Immersion schools across Louisiana. Audubon Charter School, in Uptown New Orleans and Louisiana Parents of French Immersion will host the annual Le Grand Pique-Nique at Audubon Uptown Live Oak campus on Sunday, April 12, 2026, from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM.
We hope to see you there!
Activité : Compétitions
Appel à tous les étudiants!
There’s something for everyone at Le Grand Pique Nique! Enjoy a variety of fun activities including games for all ages, a spelling bee roller coaster, and other creative endeavors. Whether you’re joining the fun or cheering on participants, there’s plenty to keep you entertained throughout the day!
French Spelling Bee
Spelling Bee is open to K-8th students ONLY. Teachers will register students to participate. PARENTS should contact their teacher if they would like their child to participate in the spelling bee. Only one student per grade per school may register. Registration must be completed by Friday, March 27, 2026!
Poster + comic strip contest
The Poster and Comic Strip contest is open to ALL immersion students. Teachers will register students to participate. PARENTS should contact their teacher if they would like their child to participate in the comic strip contest. All students and/or groups are welcome to participate.
Activité : Talents
Appel aux talents!
Kids, families, community members, individuals, groups - ALL - are invited to showcase their unique skills in the LGPN Talent Showcase in French or French-inspired. With live music scheduled for a portion of the day, there is an opportunity for performances in music, dance, performance art, poetry, skits, and song. All talents are welcome! Registration must be completed by Friday, March 27, 2026!
To prepare for the showcase:
- Performance Length: All performance should not exceed 3 minutes.
- Preparation: Submit performance musics to the talent coordinator in advance. Bring any instruments, props or materials needed on the day of the event.
- Registration REQUIRED: Only registered individuals or groups will be able to perform during the showcase.
QUESTIONS? For more information, contact the LGPN planning committee at lgpn@lpfi.net.
Activité: Découvrir et Apprendre
Plus vous en savez!
SCHOOL SHOWCASE TABLES: Attending schools are encouraged to bring a small display to provide attendees with more information about their program. (For example, a tri-fold board with basic information: school name, photos of French immersion students/classes, samples of class projects, etc.)
PARTNER/ORGANIZATION TABLES: LGPN is collaborating with local and state organizations to offer information about French opportunities within Louisiana, nationally and internationally. Additionally, the initiative explores how students can leverage their French fluency for future education, careers, and life.
Schools and organization interested in tabling at LGPN should contact lgpn@lpfi.net so LGPN can have a spot reserved and table set up.
QUESTIONS? For more information, contact the LGPN planning committee at lgpn@lpfi.net.
My French Book Fair
Spark young imaginations and celebrate the joy of reading in French at My French Book Fair, part of Le Grand Pique-Nique. This family-friendly book fair offers a curated selection of French-language titles for readers of all ages and gives attendees a preview of My French Book Fest, Louisiana’s annual francophone literature festival. My French Book Fest is presented each November by the Consulate General of France in Louisiana and Villa Albertine, in partnership with the Alliance Française de La Nouvelle-Orléans, the Council for the Development of French in Louisiana (CODOFIL), and Cavalier House Books.
Quel bon moment nous avons passé !
Check out some moments from previous years!
HOSTS
Volunteer Opportunities
Join us in making this year’s event a success! We’re calling on teachers, parents, and older students to help bring Le Grand Pique-Nique to life. Whether you’re passionate about supporting French immersion or simply want to lend a hand, we have a role for you. Volunteer sign up coming soon!