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A whole lotta Mardi Gras in Shreveport-Bossier! Shreveport-Bossier hosts the most vibrant, family-friendly Mardi Gras celebrations in Louisiana! Whether you're catching colorful beads at a parade, swaying to the sounds of a lively second-line band, or sharing a slice of king cake with friends, every moment in Shreveport-Bossier is packed with The second annual Beads and Brushes event will be held Thursday, February 29, 2024 from 5:30 – 8:30 pm at Eleven Events Venue in Shreveport. This event is a do-it-yourself art project using beads caught at Mardi Gras parades. Guests can enjoy a fun night while recycling beads to make a custom piece of art to take home. SHREVEPORT, LA (February 13, 2025) – The third annual Beads and Brushes event will be held Monday, March 3, 2025 from 6:00 – 8:30 pm at Andress Artist and Entrepreneur Center in Shreveport. This event is a do-it-yourself art project using beads caught at Mardi Gras parades. Mardi Gras in Shreveport-Bossier is the largest celebration in North Louisiana, offering a season packed with fun, delicious king cakes, tasty treats, and, of course, colorful parades. While the 2025 Shreveport-Bossier Mardi Gras parades are a major draw, there's so much more to enjoy beyond the floats and beads! Whether you're planning a family trip or an affordable weekend getaway with SCHEDULE OF PARADES KREWE OF HARAMBEE. Monday, Feb. 17; Downtown Shreveport; 1 p.m. The lineup will start at the corner of Milam and Common streets. The parade will then head west to Hope Street, then east on Milam, make a left on Edwards, turn onto Texas and go through downtown Shreveport. What a fun way to use all of those beads you caught at Mardi Gras! Proceeds support the Highland Jazz and Blues Festival. When: Monday, March 3, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:30 pm The third annual Beads and Brushes event is returning in March. According to a press release, the event will be held Monday, March 3, from 6:00 until 8:30 p.m. at Andress Artist and Entrepreneur Center in Shreveport. This event is a do-it-yourself art project using beads caught at Mardi Gras parades. Join us for a fun night of creating your own work of art from Mardi Gras beads! Let's get creative! Enjoy a fun night with friends while you upcycle Mardi Gras beads to make a custom piece of art! Your ticket includes: -A 8 x 8 canvas (pre-painted and unpainted canvases will be available) -Light refreshments We will provide all the materials needed to make your Mardi Gras bead art project The third annual Beads and Brushes event will be held Monday, March 3, 2025 from 6:00 – 8:30 pm at Andress Artist and Entrepreneur Center in Shreveport. This event is a do-it-yourself art project using beads caught at Mardi Gras parades. Guests can enjoy a fun night while upcycling beads to make a custom piece of art to take home. Are you ready to kick off the Mardi Gras season by catching colorful beads and swaying to local school marching bands? The first Mardi Gras parade in the Shreveport-Bossier area will be held on Feb. 17. Check out the full schedule below to catch your Krewe in action for 2025. Mardi Gras Parade Schedule The first Mardi Gras parade in the Shreveport-Bossier area will be held on Feb. 17. Check out the full schedule below to catch your Krewe in action for 2025. Mardi Gras Parade Schedule Find the best selection and low prices on Mardi Gras beads, flags, and parade throws at our store. Proudly serving Lafayette, Lake Charles, and New Orleans, Louisiana. Call Us in Lafayette, Louisiana, at (337) 230-4444 or Toll-Free at (866) 841-9931 Experience Mardi Gras Downtown Shreveport! Downtown Shreveport is the place to be this Mardi Gras 2025 season! From exciting parades to live music, delicious local food, and family-friendly activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Throw Beads . Bead Variety Packs; Full Case Specials; Specialty Beads . Fleur de Lis Beads; Lighted Medallion Beads; Mardi Gras Beads; BobbleBeads™ Cajun & Louisiana Beads Shreveport's Mardi Gras season is in full swing and it's time for the parades. Here's a list of upcoming parades and their locations. The Krewe of Harambee parade is Monday, and it will roll through the streets of downtown Shreveport, beginning at 1 p.m. This year's parade will feature the Southern University Marching Band. Your choices for Mardi Gras beads are endless! We have them in all shapes, sizes, lengths, and colors. We have a huge selection of themes and designs in our specialty beads with more than 300 hand-strung beads to choose from. No matter if you want individual pieces or bulk Mardi Gras bead orders, we can do it.
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