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Youngsville Mardi Gras Parade. March 1 at 11 a.m. Youngsville. Queen Evangeline’s Parade. March 3 at 6 p.m. Downtown Lafayette to Cajun Field. King Gabriel’s Parade. March 4 at 10 a.m. Downtown Lafayette to Cajun Field. Lafayette Mardi Gras Festival Parade. March 4 at 1 p.m. Downtown Lafayette to Cajun Field. Lafourche Parish parades Mardi Gras Royal Gala, Lake Charles, LA This gala held in southwest Louisiana is an extravagant event in which over 60 krewes royalty attend. All clad in their finest the guests pour into the Lake Charles Civic Center Coliseum as the royalty strut in their finest glittering costumes and the celebrations ensue. La Riviére Children’s Mardi Gras Parade & Chicken Chase. Feb. 7 at 6 p.m. Krotz Springs. Lebeau Mardi Gras Festival & Parade. Feb. 8 at 1 p.m. Lebeau. Sunset Kidz Wagon Parade. Feb. 16 at 10 a.m. Sunset. Eunice Lil’ Mardi Gras. March 1 at 3 p.m. Eunice. Opelousas Imperial Mardi Gras Parade. March 4 at 11 a.m. Opelousas. Courir de Mardi Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, was originally a French Catholic celebration which has a long-lasting history in the formerly French-owned territory of Louisiana. The first Mardi Gras parade in the United States was believed to be in 1837 in New Orleans, but the tradition quickly spread throughout the southern regions of the state and beyond. Of the hundreds of Louisiana festivals, none tops Mardi Gras. Spectacular parades, unbelievable costumes, music, dancing, food, drink — take your pick of places to indulge and enjoy. The biggest celebration occurs in New Orleans, but nearly every community in the state has its own version of the annual party. Wherever you go, you can find the The History & Traditions of Mardi Gras. Mardi Gras has been celebrated in Louisiana since the 18th century, brought by French settlers. Today’s traditions stem from European carnival customs mixed with local culture, creating a uniquely New Orleans spectacle. We’ll get into most of these later, but here are the key traditions at a glance: History of Mardi Gras in Louisiana. Mardi Gras’ roots trace back to Louisiana’s Spanish and French influences and have evolved over the centuries. Here are just a few lesser-known traditions and customs celebrated in the different regions. Cajun Mardi Gras. Cajun Mardi Gras, also called Courir de Mardi Gras, is a celebration on Fat Tuesday The Best Mardi Gras Parades in New Orleans What is a Krewe? At the heart of Mardi Gras in New Orleans are the Krewes. Long story short, the Krewes are the organizations behind the Mardi Gras parades and events. There are hundreds of Krewes in New Orleans! Some have been around for decades while others are entirely new. The best-costumed pets win prizes, and the entire event raises money for Northwest Louisiana animal rescues. In fact, the Krewe has expanded their scope beyond Mardi Gras and are now raising money The first recorded celebration of Lafayette Mardi Gras was on February 14, 1869, but the first citywide Mardi Gras observance wasn't until 1897. All parades end at Cajun Field, where the annual Festival de Mardi Gras takes place with carnival rides, live music and more. If you're a master costume crafter, you may want to partake in the Grand Mardi Gras day, AKA Fat Tuesday, is Feb. 21 this year. But that’s just the culmination of the Carnival season -- and king cake-eating season -- that started Jan. 6 . This is a running list. New Orleans—and Louisiana in general—hold a special place in our hearts, so naturally, we love to celebrate and take part in the Mardi Gras festivities! Mardi Gras, or “Fat Tuesday,” is a time to feast and celebrate before the start of Lent. 2. Dirty Rice. This dirty rice dish is a Louisiana staple and perfect on its own or as a bountiful side dish. It gets its “dirty” name from the flavorful mix of ground meat, spices, and holy trinity that give plain ol’ rice a bold, smoky kick. A running guide to the best bakery and restaurant king cakes for Mardi Gras 2025. Louisiana 70119. Visit Website. Nolita king cakes. Nolita. Also featured in: Celebrate Mardi Gras Day! The Northeast Louisiana Children's Museum 323 Walnut St., Monroe, LA Wear your best Mardi Gras outfit and be prepared to have a blast on 10. Mardi Gras is More Than New Orleans. When you hear “Mardi Gras” do you only think of the New Orleans celebration? Think again. Mardi Gras is celebrated around the state! Cajun Mardi Gras can be found in the Lafayette and Eunice area. In Baton Rouge, parades roll many weekends before and during Mardi Gras. Caluda’s King Cakes. Harahan. Caluda’s King Cakes has been producing some of the best king cakes in the New Orleans metro area for 35 years. Started by John Caluda and now run by his son, Josh, this bakery has taken home numerous awards, most recently the 2022 King of Cake award that tallied more than 42,000 total votes. Krewe of Endymion If you want to attend New Orlean's biggest Mardi Gras party, the Krewe of Endymion parade is the parade to see. Since 1967, this all-male super-krewe has put on the city's biggest spectacle, with over 3,100 participants and 37 floats. The Best Mardi Gras Parades Beyond New Orleans. You may think of the “Big Easy” on Fat Tuesday, but other towns throughout Louisiana and the wider Gulf Coast play host to raucous celebrations Louisiana's Mardi Gras season is fully underway, and everyone is jockeying to get the best throws. We have the secrets to making that happen. Wearing a costume that is unique, one that is lit up for night-time viewing and or even a hat that is extremely decorative are just a few of the things you
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