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Click on the Mardi Gras krewes below for further information about the krewe and to see their usual route for each parade. Please note: Events and activities are subject to change without notice. Stay tuned to the site for further info. Saturday, Feb. 15 – Rayne Mardi Gras Parade & After Party – The Parade runs on The Boulevard and the After Party is at 206 Frog Festival Drive, Gossen Memorial Park in Rayne. 2-7 p.m When is Mardi Gras 2025? This year, Mardi Gras, which translates from French to "Fat Tuesday," is on March 4. Ash Wednesday is on March 5, the day marking the start of the 40-day Lenten season Mardi Gras Parade Schedule. Mardi Gras is more than just a day, or one week, or even a weekend. Starting January 6 (Twelfth Night), New Orleans has parades in the weeks leading up to Mardi Gras Day, which falls on March 4, 2025. Take a look at the parades below and click on each to learn more. The first ball was held in 1857 by the Mistick Krewe of Comus. Comus hosted the first parade, followed by Rex in 1872, which debuted the king of Mardi Gras. The Rex parade gave Mardi Gras the official colors of purple to represent justice, green to represent faith, and gold to represent power. The three colors were to represent the “king.” Everything you need to know about Mardi Gras, including updated parade routes, traditions, the best places to get Mardi Gras beads, masks, king cakes and more! Parades, King Cake Festival, Carnivals balls and extravaganzas, Lundi Gras and so much more than just Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras is a whole Carnival season of fun. Valuable Travel Info Request a Visitor Guide Download Our Parade Calendars. Mardi Gras in New Orleans Other Parades. How to use? An ICS file (also known as an iCalendar file) is a universal calendar format used This year, Mardi Gras is Tuesday, March 4. Mardi Gras parades. Mardi Gras parades are the highlight of the season. Staged by "krewes"—Carnival organizations—these parades range from small Shorty Gras—the Krewe of Freret’s annual post-parade party—takes place on February 22 at Mardi Gras World and features performances by Ja Rule, Juvenile, The Soul Rebels, and of course 1:00 p.m. – Lafayette Mardi Gras Festival Parade; 2:00 p.m. – Independent Parade; Mardi Gras Day Street Closures. All streets in and around the parade route will close one hour before the start of the first parade and remain closed until the final parade has concluded and the area is cleared of pedestrians and vehicles. Crossover Intersections the city of trees parade and mardi gras festival CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR TICKETS NOW We are a local, 501(c)3 non-profit supporting diverse community initiatives that encourage curiosity, sustainability, and creative expression. Our ticketed, VIP riders will jump aboard floats at the festival grounds at the Mardi Gras bus stop and ride in style down Capitol Mall throwing 100% recycled Mardi Gras beads that we'll provide for you. THEN the entire, light-up parade returns to the festival grounds for our signature City of Trees Parade dance party until 9PM. Rayne Mardi Gras Parade will roll on February 15 at 2 pm down the Boulevard and a cook off to follow at the Rayne Civic Center; Le Festival de Mardi Gras is a carnival with rides, food and Step into the heart of the Tower District and be part of the Tower Mardi Gras Parade & Festival—a beloved local tradition that’s set to shine brighter than ever! This year, we’re expanding the celebration to bring our vibrant community a full day of festivities, including the iconic parade, lively music, exciting activities, and family-friendly fun. The Town of Yountville is excited to announce a new Mardi Gras Parade & Celebration on Saturday, March 1, 2025 The goal of the parade and celebration is to bring our community together, in a new way, to celebrate all that Yountville has to offer during what would normally be a quieter time in town. Are you ready for Augusta’s first Mardi Gras parade? Bike Bike Baby along with community partners are here to introduce Mardi Gras in Augusta 2025 🎭 Free event to the public. And don’t forget the Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball the night before, and the food and music festival following the parade in the Augusta Commons. It’s going to be a busy and festive weekend!! We also will be Parades, king cakes, beads, masks, stars, floats and thousands of residents will line the streets of Town Center Park during Kingwood's Annual Mardi Gras Family Friendly Festival. Admission: free Event by Wetumpka Mardi Gras Festival on Saturday, March 1 2025 with 3.4K people interested and 520 people going. The huge parade is the core event, but these days Mardi Gras in Sydney has become a whole festival, with loads of supporting events, parties, and concerts. You can visit the Sydney Mardi Gras
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