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 Shreveport-Bossier, LA - Louisiana’s Shreveport-Bossier City region is preparing to kick off the 2023 Mardi Gras season with events scheduled from Jan. 14 - Feb. 21, 2023. From family-friendly parades and entertainment to balls and parties, visitors and residents alike will find a variety of Mardi Gras fun to experience. 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. Visit Shreveport-Bossier will host the 19th Annual Red River Mardi Gras Bash during the Krewe of Centaur and Krewe of Gemini parades in downtown Shreveport on Saturday, February 25, 2025, and Saturday, March 1, 2025. This unique parade day experience offers VIP treatment and “behind-the-scenes” access for groups during one of the largest Mardi Gras parades in Louisiana. Tickets include 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. Krewe of Sobek Parade at 1 p.m. at the Louisiana State Fair Grounds in Shreveport. Krewe of Demeter Grand Bal "Louisiana Saturday Night" The doors open at 6 p.m. Springhill Main Street Mardi Gras Parade - Springhill, Louisiana at 6:00 p.m. Feb 8, Saturday Centaur Bal, Doors open at 6:00 p.m. – Shreveport Convention Center. SHREVEPORT, La. —Mardi Gras brings people together from all walks of life to enjoy a tradition of revelry, parades, king cake, and royal pageantry. The Krewe of Gemini was established in 1989 and hosted its annual Grand Ball on February 15, 2025. This year’s event was sold out, with 1,350 people going to the Shreveport Convention Center Pathways In Education 3rd Annual Mardi Gras Ball: Sheriff's Safety Town, Shreveport: 20 Feb 2025: MARDI GRAS LADIES NIGHT BINGO Hosted by NMV : 403 north market st., Shreveport, LA: 22 Feb 2025: 19th Annual Red River Mardi Gras Bash - Krewe of Centaur: Sci-Port Discovery Center, Shreveport: 22 Feb 2025: Krewe of Infrasound : Coyote's Bar 2024 NWLA Mardi Gras Calendar. Jan 05, Friday · Mardi Gras Mambo (12th Night) – Krewe of Dionysos, Natchitoches · Krewe of Excellence – 12th Night/Float Loading Party (Closed to membership only) Jan 06, Saturday · 12th Night Opening Party – Bossier Civic Center, 6 pm, $65 The Krewe is bound together by the common goals of building a better community and the pursuit of good family fun. The Krewe of Centaur Mardi Gras Parade has grown over the years to become the largest parade in the Ark-La-Tex. We are one of the very largest, single parading Krewes in the State of Louisiana, and yes, that includes New Orleans. Shreveport Mardi Gras Krewe. Phone: Fax: 318.221.8115 the legal affairs of the community to participate in and promote the celebration of Mardi Gras in the Ark-La With the formation of the Krewe of Gemini, committees were formed , logos were designed, throws were ordered, floats were designed, a media party was set, a Mardi Gras Bal was planned for February 17, 1990, and a huge parade featuring twelve Mardi Gras floats took to the streets of Shreveport -Bossier City on February 24, 1990. Welcome and thank you for visiting our website. Here you will see that the Krewe of Elders is a vibrant part of the Mard i Gras festivities in the Ark-La-Tex. While the Krewe of Elders may be for people age 50 and above, don’t let the word ‘Elders’ fool you. This year's Mardi Gras season will be a fantastic season across Shreveport, Bossier City, and the Ark-La-Tex. Hundreds of thousands of revelers will join in the fun for the next couple of months, and you could be a part of it. Take a look at all of the Mardi Gras parade schedules, Mardi Gras Bal dates, and the locations for all of them The exclusive purpose of the Krewe of Atlas is to bring today’s modern cultural diversity to the time honored traditions and festivities of Mardi Gras to the Shreveport and Bossier communities. We encourage camaraderie and fellowship by providing an opportunity to support the work of local charities SHREVEPORT, Louisiana – The 2024 Mardi Gras season in Northwest Louisiana promises an array of vibrant events, from parades to balls, embracing the rich cultural tapestry of the region. This comprehensive guide outlines the Mardi Gras calendar for Shreveport-Bossier, ensuring enthusiasts can fully engage in the festive spirit. The 2025 Mardi Gras in the Ark-La-Tex Ball Season kicked off on January 19th at the Shreveport Convention Hall with the theme "Sobek in Candyland". Christopher Hayes was announced as King Sobek 🎉🍷Mardi Gras Mass - St Pius X Catholic Church Shreveport🎉🍷 🎉🍷 Krewe of Sobek Grande Bal XXII - Shreveport Convention Center🎉🍷 Krewe of Demeter This DeSoto Parish parade is a fun, family oriented parade and street party which rolls February 23, 2025 at 3pm (*NOTE THIS IS THE NEW RESCHEDULED DATE*) Enjoy the 🎉🍷 Krewe The Krewe of Dionysos is a parading Krewe. Established in 1998 as a non-profit organization, the Krewe of Dionysos is dedicated to the development and celebration of the Mardi Gras Carnival Season in Natchitoches and the surrounding community. We strive to give our home town the biggest, brightest party of the year to celebrate life and family!
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