The free event is set to coincide with the New Orleans Saints' official NFL game against the San Diego Chargers at Wembley on Sunday October 26 and the festival is being billed as one of the largest celebrations to date of the sights and sounds of New Orleans outside of the USA.

Among the acts set to perform at the festival are Dr John, Allen Toussaint, Buckwheat Zydeco, BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet, Rebirth Brass Band, Kermit Ruffins and The Barbecue ...