The goal of the AMGA is to provide a cultural event, appealing to all cross sections of the community, state and region, to help stimulate the economy. PARADES View Parade Routes, Grand Marshals and register to participate. Learn More KREWES Learn about each of our unique Krewes. Learn More Festival POSTERS View a collection of [] Parades gRAND MARSHALS Every year the AMGA chooses a person of distinction either from the central Louisiana area, or from the state to serve as Grand Marshal of the Sunday Krewe Parade. Previous Grand Marshals have included former Dallas Cowboy Kicker and Super Bowl winner Chris Boniol, Blues musician Grady Gaines, former Miss USA Ali [] Each Mardi Gras Parade Krewe has a unique history and theme. Some have been around for decades, while others have been in existence for just a few years. Below is a full list of our member Krewes and their ball dates. Most Krewes are by invitation only if you would like to join a krewe, click on their name for their contact information. Share this event: GBG: Black Rodeo Mardi Gras Ball Save this event: GBG: Black Rodeo Mardi Gras Ball SAW The Musical The Unauthorized Parody of Saw (Alexandria, Louisiana) Fri, Feb 28, 7:30 PM + 2 more Parades will take place in Alexandria, Ball, Marksville, Natchitoches, Pineville and Woodworth. The Alexandria Mardi Gras Association’s Krewes Parade will be held on Sunday, March 2, at 2 p.m The Mardi Gras du Couer de la Louisianne (Mardi Gras in the Heart of Louisiana) spirit has really taken hold of Central Louisiana since the first parade was held on Sunday, February 13, 1994. Alexandria’s Mardi Gras has grown from having a total of ten floats with participation of four Mardi Gras Krewes that first year, to presently having The Alexandria Mardi Gras Association's Krewes Parade will take place at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 2. Get ready to laissez bon temp rouler as Mardi Gras festivities get into full swing starting Friday. The Alexandria Mardi Gras Association's Krewe Parade will be held Sunday, Feb. 12, 2024 starting at Texas and Monroe Avenues and ending at North Mall Blvd. near Sam’s Club and Hobby Lobby. The Taste of Mardi Gras will follow the parade starting at 7 p.m. in downtown Alexandria. The Children’s Parade is on Feb. 18 at 10 a.m. The Grand Marshal is Mary Laura Hunt, the 2022 Miss What is the schedule for Mardi Gras parades in Alexandria and Pineville, LA? Kick off Mardi Gras celebrations Friday, February 2nd with the City of Pineville hosting its annual “Night of Lights” Mardi Gras Parade, Followed by Classic Cars and Colege Cheerleaders on February 9th, Children’s Parade February 10th, and ending in the Krewe’s Parade February 11th. krewe of Twelfth Night about the krewe of Twelfth nIGHT The Krewe of Twelfth Night was formed on February 23, 1990 when eight ladies gathered to consider the possibility of forming a women’s Mardi Gras Krewe. These eight became the first board and the Krewe was incorporated that same year. The original purpose of the [] krewe of the gratiae about the krewe of The Gratiae The Krewe of the Gratiae is an all women Mardi Gras Krewe of 165 members. Gratiae wasfounded in 1998 by Jan Bordelon, Debbie Doggett, Cindy Crotty, Colette Glankler and Beth Ledet. Krewe members are referred to as “Goddesses” and our krewe logo depicts the three [] Eventbrite - Louisiana Restaurant Association presents 31st Annual Taste of Mardi Gras - Friday, February 28, 2025 at Randolph Riverfront Center, Alexandria, LA. Find event and ticket information. Join us for an evening filled with incredible food, lively music, and the spirit of Mardi Gras! Dress Code: Dress in your finest dressy-casual and embrace the Mardi Gras spirit by donning beads, wigs, and attire in vibrant shades of purple, green, and gold. Support and Sponsorship: For those interested in sponsorship opportunities, please reach out to Britney Ford at [email protected] or call (225) 240-7189. Your version of Internet Explorer is not longer supported. upgrade your browser. Eventbrite Eventbrite Celebrate Mardi Gras 2025 in Alexandria, Louisiana with a range of lively events, including mardi gras parades, parties, live music, and delicious food. Join in the celebration and let the good times roll! 📅 Event Details. Join us for a night of live music, dancing, and festive Mardi Gras fun at the 2nd Annual Mardi Gras Ball, hosted by the Krewe of St. Mary’s!Dust off your masks, dress in your finest Mardi Gras attire, and get ready for an unforgettable evening celebrating this vibrant tradition. Are you planning a Mardi Gras Ball or event and searching for the perfect venue to make your event truly unforgettable? Look no further than the Randolph Riverfront Center in Alexandria, Louisiana. Here’s why hosting your next Mardi Gras Ball or event with us ensures a night of unparalleled extravagance and revelry. ChildRen’s Parade Entry Form ALEXANDRIA MARDI GRAS ASSOCIATION CHILDREN’S PARADE It is time to start preparing for the 28th Annual Alexandria Children’s Mardi Gras Parade! This year’s parade is scheduled to roll at 10:00 AM on Saturday, March 1, 2025. Parade staging will take place at Murray & 10th in Downtown Alexandria. PARADE CRITERIA Driver [] krewe of Sirena about the krewe of Sirena Krewe of Sirena was founded in 2015 by Becky Deville, Jeannette McKneely, Rachel Ward, and Stacy Ward to carry on the Mardi Gras spirit! Sirena means mermaid in several languages and is a very alluring, powerful female figure for this all women’s Krewe. Back to Krewes
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