Saturday's activities will feature a Gumbo Cook-Off competition organized by and benefiting Bastrop Juneteeth Parade and Celebration 2025, commemorating the emancipation of enslaved people in Texas on June 19, 1865. The Bastrop Juneteenth Committee helps us to honor this legacy through community events that promote social change, education, and In celebration of the season of Mardi Gras, the 13th annual Carnaval de Mardi Gras and Gumbo Cook-Off, sponsored by the Vicksburg Foundation for Historic Preservation, will be held from 5 to 7 p.m Gather your gumbo pots as Mardi Gras of Southwest Louisiana, Inc. invites you to join us for the 28th annual World-Famous Mardi Gras Gumbo Cook-Off to be held Saturday, March 1, 2025, at the Lake Charles Event Center Amphitheater. In celebration of the Mardi Gras season, the Vicksburg Foundation for Historic Preservation (VFHP) will present the 12th Annual Carnaval de Mardi Gras and Gumbo Cook-Off, Saturday, Feb. 10, from 5 This cherished Mardi Gras tradition brings together local krewes, culinary pros, and gumbo enthusiasts to whip up hundreds of gallons of rich, spicy gumbo. The event is more than just a cookoff – it’s an unforgettable mix of award-winning food, live music, vibrant decorations, and family-friendly fun. Purchase general admission tickets in ABOUT: This event is presented by the Vicksburg Foundation for Historic Preservation (VFHP). Admission is $10 per adult and $5 for child, includes gumbo bowl. Live music by Legal Tender. For more information, call 601-636-5010 or email vburgfoundation@aol.com. The entry fee for the cook-off is $50 by February 14, 2025, and $75 after February 14, 2025, and includes admittance for four team members to the carnival. Admission for the Carnaval and Gumbo Cook-off is $10 for adults and includes gumbo and $5 for children and includes unlimited children’s activities. Admission may be paid at the door or The Gumbo Cook-off is one of the many events that are part of Vicksburg’s Carnaval celebration, which takes place on Saturday, February 10th. The Gumbo Cook-off is in conjunction with Second Saturday, the Mardi Gras Parade, and the Mardi Gras Ball, all of which make up the great Mardi Gras Festival in downtown Vicksburg. Gather your gumbo pots as Mardi Gras of Southwest Louisiana, Inc. invites you to join us for the 28th annual World-Famous Mardi Gras Gumbo Cook-Off to be held Saturday, March 1, 2025, at the Lake Charles Event Center Amphitheater. The Cook-Off set-up begins at 6:00a.m., cooking will begin at 7:30 a.m. sharp and judging will begin at 11:00 a.m 28th Annual World-Famous Mardi Gras Gumbo Cook-Off Gather your gumbo pots as Mardi Gras of Southwest Louisiana, Inc. invites you to join us for the 28th annual World-Famous Mardi Gras Gumbo Cook-Off at the Lake Charles Event Center Amphitheater. Encourage your Krewe members to attend and show off their Mardi Gras spirit. Enjoy Mardi Gras in VerveStyle! Mardi Gras For Matheny is almost upon us in Somerville! Our Special Menu and Cocktails of Carnival Complimenting our Main Menu starts Friday February 28th thru Tuesday March 4th! Come enjoy our Gumbo Cook Off Sunday, March 2nd and the Grandest Fat Tuesday Fundraising Party in Mardi Gras Fashion! The Rayne Chamber of Commerce and the City of Rayne host the annual Mardi Gras Parade and Gumbo Cook-Off. This year, Rayne is "Kicking Off" the Mardi Gras season in Acadia Parish. Join the community of Rayne on January 20, 2024 at 2PM for the parade that will travel its normal route down The Boulevard. The Rayne Mardi Gras Parade and Gumbo Cook-Off is set for February 15, 2025 with the parade beginning at 2 p.m. and the cook-off to follow. The parade will travel its normal route in Rayne, LA down the Boulevard. Lineup will start on American Legion drive and the parade will end at the Rayne Civic Center. After the parade, the gumbo cook-off and after party will begin. There will be food There’s no better place to pass a good time than Cody’s Public House this Mardi Gras! Cody’s is celebrating with two whole days of fun, starting with a gumbo cook-off on Saturday, March 1. Three winners will take home $50-$150 gift cards. But the good times don’t end there. Krewe De Roux 2025 Join us for a Mardi Gras filled weekend in Downtown Brandon, hosted by the Rankin Chamber’s Leadership Rankin! Friday, February 28th kicks off with the Parade of Floats & Block Party, where colorful floats and lively music set the stage for two days of fun in Downtown Brandon. Enjoy the parade, This destination does it like no other! Mark your calendars for the Mardi Gras magic hitting the streets in Lake Charles from the Krewe of Barkus dog parade and Mardi Gras Southwest Krewe of Krewes Parade to a taste of the season with the World Famous Mardi Gras Gumbo Cookoff! Eventbrite - Warren Station Center for the Arts - Keystone, CO presents Keystone Mardi Gras Party and Gumbo Cook-Off 2025 - Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at River Run Village, Keystone Resort Colorado, Keystone, CO. Find event and ticket information. Saturday's activities at Bastrop TX Mardi Gras will feature a Gumbo Cook-Off competition, organized by and benefiting the Bastrop Juneteenth Parade and Celebration 2025. This event commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in Texas on June 19, 1865. 11th Street Cowboy Mardi Gras is a three-day New Orleans inspired celebration that takes place in Bandera, Texas. Throughout the weekend, attendees battle it out in multiple Mardi Gras themed competitions including the Gumbo Cook Off and costume contests for you and your canine Costume Contest. The celebration also includes live performances and a Mardi Gras parade down Main Street. Start prepping your roux for our gumbo cookoff, dance your blues away with 'Swampland Revival Zydeco Band'; then enjoy fun activities like a cakewalk and cornhole games. Adult beverages will be served in the Mardi Gras Beer & Wine Garden, please drink responsibly.
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