Celina is bringing the bayou back to North Texas. The 14th annual Celina Cajun Fest, widely known as North Texas’ biggest crawfish boil, returns to Downtown Celina Square on May 9, 2026, promising a full afternoon of live music, food and festival energy.
Set in the heart of the city, the event has become one of the most anticipated spring traditions in Collin County and one that continues to grow alongside Celina itself.
The Main Event: The Crawfish Boil
At the center of it all is the crawfish. Each year, thousands of pounds are prepared on-site by professional boiling teams, with platters typically including crawfish, corn and potatoes. For those planning to indulge, timing matters — pre-sale platters have historically been more affordable and tend to sell out before the evening crowd arrives.
Even for those skipping the crawfish, the square fills with vendors serving everything from jambalaya and gumbo to festival staples like funnel cakes and fresh lemonade…