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Celebrate Cajun Culture at Bastrop, TX Mardi Gras! Join us the first Saturday of February for our annual "Cultural Exchange," honoring Evangeline Parish's vibrant traditions. Experience the "Courir de Mardi Gras" with a Mardi Gras Ball, live KVPI radio broadcast, exciting Gumbo Cook-Off, and lively parade. Enjoy authentic Cajun and Zydeco music, family-friendly activities, and more! Don’t Eventbrite - City of Bastrop | Community Engagement presents Bastrop’s 2025 Cajun Mardi Gras Ball Celebration - Friday, January 31, 2025 at Bastrop Convention & Exhibit Center, Bastrop, TX. Get ready for an unforgettable night of Cajun flair, music, and culture in Bastrop, Texas. Welcome The Nash Hernandez Orchestra and Jean-Pierre and the Zydeco Angels for bringing the spirit of Mardi Gras. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the evening kicks off at 7 p.m. with Cajun-flavored hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, and plenty of dancing! The Bastrop Convention & Exhibit Center will also host the Cajun Mardi Gras Ball from 7-11 p.m. on Jan 31. You’ll be able to indulge in a variety of Creole- and Cajun-flavored hors d’oeuvres, from sweet to spicy and everything in between. And no ball – especially a Mardi Gras ball – would be complete without lively music. Step into the vibrant spirit of Mardi Gras at our “Cajun Mardi Gras Ball Celebration'' on January 31st, 2025, hosted at the beautiful Bastrop Convention & Exhibit Center! Enjoy lively melodies, delicious Cajun-flavored hors d'oeuvres, and a cash bar. Doors open at 6:30 pm, with the celebration kicking off at 7:00 pm Eventbrite - City of Bastrop | Convention & Exhibit Center presents Bastrop TX Mardi Gras Ball - Friday, February 2, 2024 at Bastrop Convention & Exhibit Center, Bastrop, TX. mardi gras ball & free festivities for the whole family! - jan. 31st & feb. 1st, 2025 MARDI GRAS BALL. The Bastrop Convention & Exhibit Center will also host the Taste of Mardi Gras Ball from 7-11 p.m. on Feb. 2. You’ll be able to indulge in a variety of Creole- and Cajun-flavored hors d’oeuvres, from sweet to spicy and everything in between. And no ball – especially a Mardi Gras ball – would be complete without lively This year, the Cajun Mardi Gras Ball will kick off Bastrop's two-day celebration on Friday with Cajun-flavored hors d'oeuvres and live musical performances at the Bastrop Convention Hall. On Don’t miss the chance to experience an unforgettable weekend of revelry, culture, and community spirit, all unfolding in the heart of Downtown Bastrop, Texas! Prepare to immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions and rich folklife of Evangeline Parish, Louisiana, as Bastrop TX Mardi Gras takes center stage on Jan. 31 and Feb. 1, 2025. The festival will feature a Mardi Gras Parade, where locals and visitors alike can join in the revelry, don traditional costumes, and embrace the rich traditions of Cajun culture. In a family-friendly atmosphere, the spirit of celebration comes alive with the presence of Evangeline Parish “Courir de Mardi Gras” delegates and residents in attendance. Embrace the joyous atmosphere, colorful Residents and visitors will have several opportunities to celebrate at this year’s Bastrop Mardi Gras events, Jan. 31-Feb. 1. Louisiana,” according to a news release from Visit Bastrop Join us for 'A Salute to Fred’s Lounge,' an homage to the iconic Mamou watering hole! Experience the spirit of this legendary bar right on our doorstep, as the renowned radio station KVPI broadcasts live from Downtown Bastrop. Enjoy authentic Cajun vibes, lively tunes, and a celebration that brings the heart of Mamou's Fred’s Lounge to life! Join us on Saturday, February 1st, during the Bastrop Mardi Gras Celebration, for a full day of shopping, fun, and surprises! Here’s how it works: -Anytime you make a purchase (of any amount) at a participating retail business in Downtown Bastrop, you’ll receive a special Downtown Bastrop Bead Bag! Basrop's Mardi Gras activities will feature a Gumbo Cook-Off competition organized by and benefiting Bastrop's Juneteenth Celebration and scholarships. top of page MARDI GRAS BALL & FREE FESTIVITIES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! Bastrop 2025 Mardi Gras - Mardi Gras Ball & Mardi Gras Parade. MENU CLOSE Weddings; Meetings. Small Towns are the Next Big Thing in Meetings. Get ready to groove at the festival's main stage, where the infectious rhythms of lively Cajun and Zydeco music will set the scene for spontaneous street dancing. Immerse yourself in the vibrant tunes that promise to create a festive "fais do do" atmosphere, complete with the mesmerizing melodies of accordions & the pulsating energy of Zydeco beats. The lineup guarantees an unforgettable Join us on Saturday, February 1st, during the Bastrop Mardi Gras Celebration, for a full day of shopping, fun, and surprises! Here’s how it works: -Anytime you make a purchase (of any amount) at a participating retail business in Downtown Bastrop, you’ll receive a special Downtown Bastrop Bead Bag! Get ready to experience the vibrant traditions and folklife of ‘Courir de Mardi Gras’ like never before as Bastrop TX Mardi Gras festival makes its grand debut from Feb. 1-3, 2024. This inaugural ‘Cultural Exchange’ event promises to be a celebration of the unique Mardi Gras traditions of Evangeline Parish in Louisiana’s ‘Cajun Runs will begin at 1:00pm. 5 runs divided by age groups (3-4), (5-6), (7-8), (9-10), (11-12) Experience the thrill of Courir de Mardi Gras with a special treat for our little revelers – the Kid's Chicken Chase! Let your children join in the laughter and excitement as they playfully chase chickens, creating cheri
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