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 registration and details coming soon! Teachers will register students to participate. PARENTS should contact their teacher if they would like their child to participate in the spelling bee.
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 coming soon!
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.
La vie après Immersion Panels
Join the conversation at the Life After Immersion panels, featuring discussions with special guests about scholarship, school and studying abroad opportunities. Get inspired by success stories, and discover how this incredible skill opens doors to endless possibilities for studying, working, and thriving in a global community. Panel speakers, topics and schedule coming soon!
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!