"Join us for the vibrant LA Festival de Mardi Gras from February 28 to March 4, 2025, at Cajun Field! Experience lively celebrations, delicious food, and unforgettable entertainment. Don't miss out on the festivities—explore the full schedule and get ready to celebrate!" Le Festival de Mardi Gras a Lafayette will run from Friday, February 28 through March 4 (Mardi Gras Day). The festivities will kick off on Friday, February 28 with the Krewe Allons Kick-Off Parade, which will roll at 6:30 pm. Le Festival de Mardi Gras a Lafayette is the ending point for that parade and all the other weekend Lafayette parades. Friday, Feb. 28 – Tuesday, March 4 – Le Festival de Mardi Gras à Lafayette – Cajun Field, Lafayette.Carnival rides and games, live music, food vendors, and parades roll through the festival FEBRUARY 2, 2025. Bayou Mardi Gras Parade is the first Mardi Gras Parade in Acadiana. Kicks off at 2 pm Krewe of Allons 'Kick-off' Parade starts at Pontiac Point to Cajun Field at 6:30 pm The Official 2025 Lafourche Parish Mardi Gras Schedule! SCHEDULE UPDATE: Due to inclement weather, the La Parade De L'Enfant will roll Saturday, March 1st at 12:00 PM, the Krewe Des Couyons will roll Sunday, March 2nd at 2:00 PM, and the Krewe of Shaka will roll on Tuesday, March 4th following the Krewe of Ghana (Updated: Thursday, February 27th) The annual Mardi Gras Festival kicked off at Cajun Field tonight, bringing five days of celebration with a lineup of food, music, and entertainment. 1 weather alerts 1 closings/delays Watch Now 6:30 p.m. Saturday, March 1 – Krewe of Bonaparte Mardi Gras Parade is scheduled at the intersection of Jefferson and Simcoe Streets, then along the parade route before turning into Cajun Field February 28 - March 4, 2025. Cajun Field Fairgrounds. Lafayette, LA 70501. Greater Southwest Louisiana Mardi Gras Association; The Krewe of Gabriel was formed in 1949 by many of Lafayette's leading businessmen. The purpose of the Krewe was to assist the Greater Southwest Louisiana Mardi Gras Association in improving and expanding Mardi Gras. Parade Rolls: March 4, 2025 @ 10:00 AM. King Gabriel's Parade, Lafayette, 10:00 AM 2025 mardi gras information Lafayette, LA – Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) is finalizing preparations for the 2025 Mardi Gras season. To ensure a safe and enjoyable celebration, residents and visitors are urged to follow regulations regarding barricades, street closures, parking, and public safety. Experience the vibrant celebrations of Mardi Gras in Lafayette, Louisiana, where dazzling parades, rich traditions, and unforgettable festivities come alive. Discover the heart of this unique cultural event, view upcoming parade schedules, and explore the traditions that make this celebration truly special. We are less than a week away from Fat Tuesday and of course, we've still got plenty of parades, chicken runs, Mardi Gras balls, and many other festivities leading up to the big day. One of the biggest celebrations in all of Acadiana is Le Festival de Mardi Gras a Lafayette at Cajun Field and we're happy to announce that the fun will be returning. February 28 - March 4, 2025. Cajun Field Fairgrounds. Lafayette, LA 70501. Greater Southwest Louisiana Mardi Gras Association; After the parade on March 01, 2025 the barricades will remain in the roadway until the end of Mardi Gras Day) Street Closures : Streets along and around the parade route will be closed one hour 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! Festical de Mardi Gras - Lafayette, LA. happening at Cajun Field, 444 Cajundome Blvd,Lafayette, Louisiana, United States on Sun, 02 Mar, 2025 at 09:00 pm Experience Mardi Gras in Southwest Louisiana! ACADIA PARISHSunday, March 2 – 63rd Annual Church Point Saddle Tramp Rider’s Club Courir de Mardi Gras – 1036 E Ebey – Saddle Tramp Clubhouse, Church Point. Courir begins at 8 a.m. and ends downtown for a parade at approximately 1 p.m. SaddleTrampRidersClub.org. IBERIA PARISHSunday, March 2 – Grand A look at the 2025 Lafayette Mardi Gras parade route, highlighting where to park, as well as public restrooms and lost child stations. before ending at Cajun Field where Le Festival De Mardi Get ready to let the good times roll! Join us in Downtown Kingsland for an unforgettable Mardi Gras Celebration packed with fun for the whole family! February 28th - March 1st What's Happening: - Spectacular Parade: Floats, beads, and all the festival vibes! Don't miss the colorful procession through Downtown. - Local Vendors: Shop unique crafts, art, and Tuesday, March 4 (Mardi Gras Day): 10 a.m., 1 p.m., and 2 p.m. Parade Routes: All parades, except the Children's Parade, begin at Pontiac Point (Jefferson Street at Surrey Street) and end at Cajun Field. The Children's Parade begins at Lafayette Street and West Vermilion Street and ends at Cajun Field. Resident and Business Information:
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