14th ANNUAL FREE VOODOOFEST ON HALLOWEEN OCTOBER 31st!   (Full Events Schedule below) Wednesday October 31, 2012 1 PM – 7 PM Closing Ancestral Ritual at 7 PM     Posters from previous Fests are now available Click here to view

 

Closing Ancestral Healing Ritual at 7 PM

Where: Voodoo Authentica of New Orleans Cultural Center & Collection
612 rue Dumaine in the French Quarter

Who: Haitian Vodou Priestesses, MAMA LOLA & Mambo Maggie, New Orleans’ own Voodoo Priest Elmer T. Glover, Marie Laveau researcher Dr. Ina Fandrich, acclaimed local musicians Sunpie & Luther Gray of Bamboula 2000, Amzie Zardox and the Voodoo Authentica Ritual Troupe!

Mama Lola will also be available for private consultations & Spiritual Work by appt. only Oct. 30 - Nov 5. Please call 504.522.2111 & book your appointments early!

What is VOODOOFEST?

VOODOOFEST is our FREE annual festival, held EVERY Halloween, which celebrates the Voodoo religion's many important contributions to New Orleans' traditions. VOODOOFEST’s primary goals are to honor the Ancestors, educate the public about this widely misunderstood religion & to preserve and celebrate the unique Spiritual & Cultural Heritage of New Orleans.

Activities All Day:

Educational & Cultural Presentations, Book signings, Practitioner-Made Potion Oils & Gris Gris Bags, Over 100 varieties of locally handmade Voodoo Dolls & Crafts, Spiritual Work & Consultations, New Orleans, African & Haitian Art, Free Refreshments and more. Ancestral Ritual at 7 PM

We appreciate your support and hope to see you there!
Thanks & Blessings,
Brandi C. Kelley
VOODOOFEST Producer - 504.522.2111

P.S.: Don't forget to pick up your collectable VOODOOFEST 2012 Poster! This year's poster, by acclaimed local artist, Amzie Zardox, promises to be a memorable addition to the collection. Every sale helps to support VOODOOFEST and to keep it FREE of charge!

VOODOOFEST 2012 EVENTS SCHEDULE:

1 PM: OPENING CEREMONY with Haitian Vodou Priestesses, Mama Lola & Mambo Maggie and New Orleans' own Voodoo Priest, Doctor Glover.

1:30 PM: New Orleans Voodoo Priest, Doctor Glover, speaks about the evolution of New Orleans American Voodoo. Discussion will include practical information on the use of dolls, potions, gris gris bags, powders & candles as tools of ritual magick.

2:15 PM: Cajun Voodoo Priest, Jesse Brunet, a true Louisiana original, speaks about the fascinating history of the Cajun people and the tremendous contributions they've made to our local culture and heritage.

3 PM: New Orleans Voodoo Practitioner, Belfazaar Ashantison, speaks about his close relationship to the Ancestors & how They assist him in his work as a Spiritual Consultant & Root Worker.

3:45 PM: Acclaimed author, academic & Vodou Practitioner, Dr. Ina Fandrich, speaks about the life & times of our Great Ancestor, Mam'zelle Marie Laveaux - from her colorful history to her modern day place as an active "New Orleans Lwa" who is called upon daily for assistance. Dr. Fandrich will sign copies of her insightful book, "The Mysterious Voodoo Queen, Marie Laveaux".

4:45 PM: Houngan Blanc speaks about Haitian Vodou, the Lwa and his experience as a New Orleans born, Haitian initiated Vodou Priest.

5:30 PM: Internationally renowned local musician & historian, Sunpie, talks about how the Lwa (Vodou Spirits) have influenced his music and also explains the historical roots of many of New Orleans' unique cultural traditions & euphemisms.

6:15 PM: BRING YOUR DRUMS FOR AFRICAN DRUMMING 101! Award winning percussionist, Luther Gray, of Bamboula 2000, discusses the African roots of our locally beloved music and dance. Everyone will participate & learn a few basic rhythms.

7 PM: CLOSING ANCESTRAL HEALING RITUAL with Haitian Vodou Priestesses, Mama Lola & Mambo Maggie, New Orleans own Voodoo Priest, Doctor Glover, World Famous percussionist, Luther Gray, of the award winning Bamboula 2000 and the Voodoo Authentica Ritual Troupe!

Admission to VOODOOFEST is FREE. Your donations help us to keep it free and are GREATLY appreciated, so please give if you can. Thanks so much for your support - see y'all there!