We are not affiliated with any group or previous ball that Ruston has had in the past. Our Krewe will be solely responsible for creating floats, executing a parade, and hosting a ball for members. We plan on creating a family-friendly Mardi Gras atmosphere to make Ruston the premier location for Mardi Gras in North Louisiana. Celebrate Mardi Gras 2025 in Ruston with a range of lively events, including mardi gras parades, parties, live music, and delicious food. Join in the celebration and let the good times roll! The Krewe is responsible for creating floats, holding a parade, and organizing a ball for members. Krewe of Pomona members hope to create a family-friendly Mardi Gras atmosphere to help make Ruston the premier location for Mardi Gras in north Louisiana. “Having a Krewe in Ruston is so special and so important,” Jesse said. Share this event: Mardi Gras Bash - March 1, 2025 Save this event: Mardi Gras Bash - March 1, 2025 Beads & Brushes: A DIY Mardi Gras Bead Art Event Mon, Mar 3, 6:00 PM RUSTON, La. (KTVE/KARD) — On February 15, 2023, the Louisiana Tech Union Board will host Mardi Gras Mambo. The event will be held at the Argent Pavilion starting at 6 PM. Photo courtesy of D Junior Auxiliary of Ruston members Victoria Kent and Morgan Thornhill say exciting things are underway in this year’s Jazzin’ It Up Mardi Gras Parade and Festival. This year’s theme is the Three parades will roll Thursday night in New Orleans with scores of masked riders on colorful floats. More processions will continue every day through Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday. Costumed revelers will jam the French Quarter as more parades roll in New Orleans’ suburbs, other Louisiana cities, and all along the Mississippi and Alabama coasts. "Jazzin' it up" in Railroad Park is a Mardi Gras marketplace with food trucks, live music local vendors, activities for the kids, and more! Bring the family out to celebrate then stick around for Ruston's own Mardi Gras parade rolling through at 6 p.m. True to tradition, you'll see beautifully decorated floats throwing out beads, candy, and prizes! Ruston's first Mardi Gras parade will be rolling through downtown Saturday, Feb. 10! Read more about it below along with other ways to laissez les bon temps rouler in Ruston, LA! Ruston's first Mardi Gras parade will ICYMI: Ruston's Mardi Gras Parade rolls through on Saturday, March 2 at 6 p.m.! Enjoy all of the beautifully decorated floats, beads, candy, and prizes! Visit our blog post for parade route info and 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. That's right, Louisiana is home to Mardi Gras! But that's another story – and a very large one across the state!Peach orchards surrounding Ruston come into fragrant bloom in early spring but, the crop so closely associated with the city takes a starring role, throughout the year, in everything from farm-fresh ice cream to the Louisiana Peach 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. 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. Upcoming Events 5th Annual Mardi Gras 5D Barrel Bash - Ruston, LA. Online Entry NOW OPEN. 5th Annual Mardi Gras 5D Barrel Race January 31 - February 2, 2025 Saturday, March 1, 2025 10:00am Registration Deadline: Route: Downtown Alexandria – Murray – Fifth Street – Jackson – Third Street to St. James StreetGrand Marshal: Contact: Jenna Bonner – 318-542-9084 Children’s Parade Entry Form Grand marshal Mary Laura Hunt, Miss Louisiana’s Outstanding Teen 2022 SOCIAL IMPACT INTITIATIVE — #keepingitrealThe goal of #keepingitreal is to stop Find spectacular Mardi Gras parades and celebrations in Monroe, Baton Rouge, Monroe-Ruston Area; Natchitoches-Winnfield Area; New Iberia-Morgan City Area; This is a paid advertorial. Mardi Gras season is here, and there’s no better way to celebrate than by becoming a member of Ruston’s own Krewe of Pomona. With membership now open, the Krewe is gearing up for another ball of creativity, connection, and community spirit. Gabrielle Woodard, Marketing and Membership Committee Chair shared what The Krewe of Pomona was established in 2022 by a group of friends looking to revamp the Mardi Gras scene in Ruston. Michelle Landry, member of the founding board explains, “The idea of having a true Mardi Gras Krewe in Ruston has been something I’ve wanted to happen since moving back to Ruston in 2016.
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