Route: The parade starts in West Monroe at 1118 Natchitoches St. at 6:00 pm, the parade ends at Oliver Rd., Monroe, LA. Cost: FREE The Twin Cities’ Krewe of Janus Mardi Gras parade will celebrate its 42nd year of Mardi Gras tradition and flavor in the Twin Cities in 2025. The Twin Cities Krewe de Riviere is a non-profit organization dedicated to the historical and traditional concepts of a Mardi Gras parade as an avenue for individual creative expression. The Twin Cities Krewe de Riviere encourages the local citizens, businesses, and neighboring communities to become involved in the activities as they contribute to the culture and heritage of Northeast Louisiana. The 42nd Krewe of Janus Mardi Gras parade is returning to Monroe-West Monroe on Saturday, February 15, 2025. The parade starts at 6 p.m. and starts at 1118 Natchitoches Street in West Monroe and ends at Oliver Road in Monroe. Earlier that Saturday morning, the Pet Parade on Antique Alley in downtown West Monroe will take place after the WEST MONROE, La. (KNOE) - The City of West Monroe announced street closures for the Twin Cities Krewe de Riviere Mardi Gras Parade set to roll on Saturday, February 8. Starting at 5 p.m., the The 3.8 mile parade will take place on Saturday, February 15, 2025, beginning at 6PM in West Monroe at 1118 Natchitoches Street and ending at Oliver Road in Monroe. The day will be full of fun Mardi Gras festivities beginning Saturday morning with the Children's Parade at Pecanland Mall, followed by the Pet Parade on Antique Alley in downtown Twin Cities' Krewe de Riviere Mardi Gras Parade - Feb 08, 2025 - Monroe And West Monroe, LA - 12565. Cart Monroe And West Monroe, LA 71201 Phone: +1-318-376-2501 When is Mardi Gras going to be held in 2025? Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday, will next be celebrated in Louisiana on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Parades will begin in many locations in January. Mardi Gras is always on the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday. The day before Mardi Gras is known as Shrove Monday or Lundi Gras. What are those three Mardi Gras colors? MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — On Saturday, January 11, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., the Northeast Louisiana Museum, in partnership with the Twin Cities Krewe de Riviere will host a Mardi Gras Cel There are several Mardi Gras activities happening in Monroe and West Monroe this Mardi Gras season. There will be two parades that will travel through both cities - Krewe de Riviere on Saturday, February 8 and Krewe of Janus on Saturday, February 15. Both parade routes will start in West Monroe. Get ready to embrace the vibrant culture and excitement of Mardi Gras like never before! Our 2025 Mardi Gras Guide is your ultimate resource for celebrating this iconic Louisiana tradition. From specialty baking classes to 5K runs, pet parades, captivating museum exhibits, and, of course, those unforgettable Mardi Gras parades, there’s The 18th Annual Krewe of PAWS Mardi Gras Pet Parade has come and gonenow it's time to start planning for the 2026 parade! Thanks to all of our sponsors and supporters who helped us raise much needing funding that enables us to spay, neuter and rescue pets in Northeast Louisiana. Visit our Facebook page soon to check out our parade pics! WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — Due to the heavy rain on Saturday, February 15, 2025, the Krewe of Janus Mardi Gras Parade will now start at approximately 3 p.m. Photo courtesy of City of West Get ready to embrace the vibrant culture and excitement of Mardi Gras like never before! Our 2025 Mardi Gras Guide is your ultimate resource for celebrating this iconic Louisiana tradition. From specialty baking classes to 5K runs, pet parades, captivating museum exhibits, and, of course, those unforgettable Mardi Gras parades, there’s 10:00 AM - Krewe of Janus Children's Mardi Gras Parade. The cutest Mardi Gras parade is rolling at Pecanland Mall's Center Court. This free event kicks off the day's celebrations with the cutest mini-Mardi Gras floats and even cuter riders. Complete with beads, candy, and other throws. Registration begins at 9:00 AM. 1:00 PM - Annual Krewe of Barricades will be placed along the parade route starting Thursday, February 20, 2025, and will remain until after the parade on Saturday, February 22, 2025. They will be repositioned on Thursday, February 27, 2025, and remain in place until the final parade on Mardi Gras Day, Tuesday, March 4, 2025. MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — On Saturday, January 11, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., the Northeast Louisiana Museum, in partnership with the Twin Cities Krewe de Riviere will host a Mardi Gras Cel Each Mardi Gras Parade has a unique history and theme. Search . Home; What's New; Media; Tuesday Mar 4 2025 Mardi Gras . Metairie; Krewe of Argus 11:00am view map ; Event in West Monroe, LA by Twin Cities Krewe de Riviere on Saturday, February 8 2025 with 1.5K people interested and 290 people going. 9 posts in the Mardi Gras Parade- Out of this World 🌎 Run the West Monroe Mardi Gras Parade Route and Downtown West Monroe on a double loop route to celebrate with the colors of Mardi Gras! Powder Mardi Gras Colors are thrown throughout the run/walk in celebration! Finisher specialty beads for everyone! $35.00 entry fee includes Silicone Mardi Gras Cup and Flying Heart Drink Token Celebrate Mardi Gras 2025 in West Monroe, 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!
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