Decatur, GA — The Mead Rd Mardi Gras parade returns to Decatur on Feb. 3 at 1 p.m. The public is invited to watch the parade along Mead Road and Oakview Road. Erin Murphy, one of the organizers of the event, said, “Last year was the last that the parade founders Emily and David Berg planned to facilitate after almost 10 years. The Hinek Family 〰️ The Bauman Family 〰️ The Wandstrat Family 〰️ The Rathod Family 〰️ The Brown/Javidfar Family 〰️ The Dupuis Family 〰️ The McLoughlin Family 〰️ The Reno Family 〰️ The Schaudies Family 〰️ 124 Krewe: Scott, Bailey, Ian, & Miles 〰️ The Krewe of Keanberg 〰️ The Baskerville Family 〰️ The Currie-Griffin Family 〰️ The Hinek Family Decatur, GA — Mead Road Mardi Gras will be celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. The annual parade and party will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 1, along Mead Road in Decatur. Emily and Dave Berg founded the event 20 years ago as a neighborhood gathering on Mead Road, and it has flourished over the years. Ebster Recreation Center, 105 Electric Ave., Decatur, GA 30030 decaturlny.com. Mardi Gras Parade (and party) Saturday, March 1 • 1 pm F.A.V.E, 101 5th Ave, Decatur, GA 30030 mrmg.org. Jazz Nights at the Solarium. April 3, 10, 17, 24 • 7-9 pm oakhurstjazznights.com FREE. Amplify Decatur. Friday, April 25 • 4-10 pm Saturday, April 26 Join us for a one-of-a-kind Mardi Gras Parade and celebration with a Decatur twist - supporting music and arts education in City Schools of Decatur. Celebrating A Mardi Gras celebration organized by an Oakhurst couple more than 20 years ago has grown into a popular parade and party attended by hundreds. On March 1, Mead Road Mardi Gras will return with a lively parade that will begin at 1 p.m. at 101 5th Ave. in Decatur and travel along a route that includes Mead Road until ending at The Imperial The parade begins at 1 pm at We rely on the generous support of our neighbors and sponsors to bring Mardi Gras magic to Decatur and to raise funds for Decatur The grand finale of the day unfolds with the Carnegie Carnival Parade. Crewes march in traditional Mardi Gras style, featuring themed floats, costumes, throws, and lively music. Parade watchers are encouraged to arrive early to secure a prime viewing spot along the route, which spans across Bank Street, Lee Street, and 2nd Avenue. Mead Road Mardi Gras (MRMG) was founded by Oakhurst residents David and Emily Berg in 2005 as a way to bring the joy of Mardi Gras to their neighbors in Decatur. What started as a house party when their children were little has grown into a vibrant, non-profit, community-wide annual celebration. The 20th anniversary Mead Rd Mardi Gras (MRMG) parade and party is set to dazzle Decatur once again. This annual celebration of Mardi Gras, community spirit, and support for arts education has grown into a beloved tradition for Decatur families and beyond. Carnegie Visual Arts Center 207 Church St NE P.O. Box 1591 Decatur, Alabama 35602 (256) 341-0562 admin@carnegiearts.org STONE MOUNTAIN, Ga. — The Stone Mountain Village Pop-Up Market is partnering with Mardi Gras Georgia for the 5th Annual Mardi Gras Parade and Arts & Crafts Festival on March 1. The joint festival will be held from Noon to 6 p.m. on The Lawn on Main, in Stone Mountain Village according to a press release from SMV Pop-Up Market. Stone Mountain, GA — Main Street was a sea of purple, green and gold as hundreds of people came out for the Stone Mountain Village Mardi Gras Parade on Saturday, Feb. 10. Gymnasts from TLC Athletics get ready to perform in the Stone Mountain Village Mardi Gras Parade to start on Saturday, Feb. 10, 2024. Carnegie Visual Arts Center 207 Church St NE P.O. Box 1591 Decatur, Alabama 35602 (256) 341-0562 admin@carnegiearts.org DECATUR– Get ready to let the good times roll as the Carnegie Carnival brings Mardi Gras magic to “The River City” on March 1, 2025!Hosted by the Carnegie Visual Arts Center, this vibrant celebration is packed with fun activities for all ages, delicious food, live music, and a parade you won’t want to miss—all in support of the arts. Located a little over 3 hours from Atlanta, Decatur, AL, is the place to be to celebrate Mardi Gras this year! Hosted by the Carnegie Visual Arts Center, the Carnegie Carnival celebration will be packed with fun activities for all ages, delicious food, live music, a parade, and more — and it’s all in support of the arts. Destination Augusta ; 1010 Broad Street, Augusta, GA 30901; P: (706) 724-4067 Mardi Gras parade. The parade steps off at 7 PM, Saturday, FEBRUARY 22, 2025. GA/AL AACA (7 cars), Area 3 - North-West parking lot DPH Stone Mountain, GA — The good times rolled once again on Main Street during the second annual Stone Mountain Village Mardi Gras Parade and block party on Saturday, Feb. 26. The city’s inaugural parade was held in 2020 just before the COVID-19 pandemic locked things down.
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