Mardi Gras Events (Balls, Exhibits, Auctions, Jester Jog) Celebrate Mardi Gras Day! The Northeast Louisiana Children's Museum 323 Walnut St., Monroe, LA Date: 1/11/25 Time: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Cost: $7.00 per person. The Twin Cities Krewe de Riviere and The Children's Museum are co-hosts for a fun day celebrating Mardi Gras! The spirit of Mardi Gras is in full swing, and Monroe-West Monroe, Louisiana, is ready to celebrate! With vibrant parades and lively events, this community is set to come alive with the revelry that Mardi Gras is renowned for. If you're looking to immerse yourself in the festivities, mark your calendars for two spectacular weekends this February. The Twin Cities Krewe de Riviere is a non-profit organization dedicated to the historical and traditional concepts of a Mardi Gras parade as an avenue for individual creative expression. The Twin Cities Krewe de Riviere encourages the local citizens, businesses, and neighboring communities to become involved in the activities as they contribute to the culture and heritage of Northeast Louisiana. MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Mardi Gras season is underway! Here are a few events in our region to help you celebrate: Louisiana. The Krewe of D’Arbonne Mardi Gras Parade . Saturday, Feb. 8 at 6 p.m. 10:00 AM - Krewe of Janus Children's Mardi Gras Parade. The cutest Mardi Gras parade is rolling at Pecanland Mall's Center Court. This free event kicks off the day's celebrations with the cutest mini-Mardi Gras floats and even cuter riders. Complete with beads, candy, and other throws. Registration begins at 9:00 AM. 1:00 PM - Annual Krewe of MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — On Saturday, January 11, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., the Northeast Louisiana Museum, in partnership with the Twin Cities Krewe de Riviere will host a Mardi Gras The 42nd Krewe of Janus Mardi Gras parade is returning to Monroe-West Monroe on Saturday, February 15, 2025. The parade starts at 6 p.m. and starts at 1118 Natchitoches Street in West Monroe and ends at Oliver Road in Monroe. Earlier that Saturday morning, the Pet Parade on Antique Alley in downtown Come and get in on the Mardi Gras fun! See the full Mardi Gras schedule for the Shreveport-Bossier area. Monroe-West Monroe Mardi Gras Parades. In the Monroe-West Monroe area, experience the Krewe of Janus Mardi Gras Parade and Twin Cities Krewe de Riviere. Both krewes have continued to grow the Mardi Gras festivities in the area. North Louisiana: Shreveport - Bossier Mardi Gras: Mardi Gras at the Monroe - West Monroe Convention & Visitors Bureau: Desoto Parish Mardi Gras: Mansfield, Logansport : Webster Parish Mardi Gras: Minden, Springhill: Farmerville Louisiana Mardi Gras: For More Louisiana Mardi Gras Information, Events and Details Get ready to embrace the vibrant culture and excitement of Mardi Gras like never before! Our 2025 Mardi Gras Guide is your ultimate resource for celebrating this iconic Louisiana tradition. From specialty baking classes to 5K runs, pet parades, captivating museum exhibits, and, of course, those unforgettable Mardi Gras parades, there’s There are several Mardi Gras activities happening in Monroe and West Monroe this Mardi Gras season. There will be two parades that will travel through both cities - Krewe de Riviere on Saturday, February 8 and Krewe of Janus on Saturday, February 15. Both parade routes will start in West Monroe. The 18th Annual Krewe of PAWS Mardi Gras Pet Parade has come and gonenow it's time to start planning for the 2026 parade! Thanks to all of our sponsors and supporters who helped us raise much needing funding that enables us to spay, neuter and rescue pets in Northeast Louisiana. Visit our Facebook page soon to check out our parade pics! The Twin Cities’ Krewe of Janus Mardi Gras parade will celebrate its 42nd year of Mardi Gras tradition and flavor in the Twin Cities in 2025. The Twin Cities' Krewe of Janus Parade has entertained revelers since 1984 who eagerly gather along the 3.8-mile route through West Monroe and Monroe. WEST MONROE, La. (KNOE) - The City of West Monroe announced street closures for the Twin Cities Krewe de Riviere Mardi Gras Parade set to roll on Saturday, February 8. Starting at 5 p.m., the children’s mardi gras parade Location: Pecanland Mall, Monroe This free event kicks off the day’s celebrations with the cutest mini-Mardi Gras floats and even cuter riders. Complete with beads, candy, and other throws. Registration begins at 9:00 AM, line up is at 9:30 AM! 1:00 PM krewe of paws mardi gras pet parade Location: Downtown West WEST MONROE, La. (KNOE) - New activities and changes are being added to this year’s Mardi Gras celebration for the Twin Cities including a route change. In Monroe-West Monroe, the spirit of Mardi Gras comes alive in a tapestry of colors, music, and traditions. West Monroe, LA 71292 P.O. Box 1436 West Monroe, LA Twin Cities' Krewe de Riviere Mardi Gras Parade - Feb 08, 2025 - Monroe And West Monroe, LA - 12565. Cart Monroe And West Monroe, LA 71201 Phone: +1-318-376-2501 Run the West Monroe Mardi Gras Parade Route and Downtown West Monroe on a double loop route to celebrate with the colors of Mardi Gras! Powder Mardi Gras Colors are thrown throughout the run/walk in celebration! Finisher specialty beads for everyone! $35.00 entry fee includes Silicone Mardi Gras Cup and Flying Heart Drink Token MONROE, La. (KNOE) -The Northeast Louisiana Children’s Museum hosted a Mardi Gras celebration on January 11, 2025, in partnership with the Twin Cities Krewe de Riviere.
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