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. 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 Cel 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. The KOJ Parade is Northeast Louisiana’s oldest The 3.8 mile parade will take place on Saturday, February 15, 2025, beginning at 6PM in West Monroe at 1118 Natchitoches Street and ending at Oliver Road in Monroe. The day will be full of fun Mardi Gras festivities beginning Saturday morning with the Children's Parade at Pecanland Mall, followed by the Pet Parade on Antique Alley in downtown 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. Whether you plan to celebrate Fat Tuesday in New Orleans, Lafayette, Shreveport, Lake Charles or dozens of other locations, Louisiana has a parade, concert, festival and other fun events for you! When is Mardi Gras going to be held in 2025? Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday, will next be celebrated in Louisiana on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Parades will 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 West Monroe will take place after the day schedule 10:00 AM 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 Krewe of Janus Mardi Gras Parade hosted by Scott Powerline & Utility Equipment. Monroe. More info. RSVP. 2025 After Parade BBQ. Sat, Apr 05. Monroe. More info. Tuesday, March 4 – Opelousas Imperial Mardi Gras Parade & Mardi Gras Celebration – The Parade runs down E. Landry, turns left on Liberty, and travels back up to Vine Street in Opelousas. 11 a It's Carnival Time in the Twin Cities! 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. Each Mardi Gras Parade has a unique history and theme. 2025 Mardi Gras Parade Schedule . Tuesday Mar 4 2025 Mardi Gras . Each Mardi Gras Parade has a unique history and theme. 2025 Mardi Gras Parade Schedule . Tuesday Mar 4 2025 Mardi Gras . January 28, 2025 - 5:58 pm; City Offices Closed March 3-4 for Mardi Gras February 24, 2025 - 5:13 pm; Good News in Slidell – February 24, 2025 February 24, 2025 - 2:26 pm; Acclaimed Conductor Paul Mauffray Presents Free Baroque February 21, 2025 - 1:06 pm; Olde Towne Street Closures Announced for Parades on Saturday, February 20, 2025 They will be repositioned on Thursday, February 27, 2025, and remain in place until the final parade on Mardi Gras Day, Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Streets along and around the parade route will be closed one hour before each parade begins. Citizens should avoid these areas to minimize traffic congestion. Parade Schedule Here is the 2025 Mardi Gras parade schedule for Acadiana listed parish by parish. (We've thrown in a few courirs and other festivities as well.) ACADIA PARISH. 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. 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm RayneChamber.net MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Mardi Gras season is underway! Louisiana Tech Mardi Gras Parade. Friday, Feb. 21 at 6 p.m. Potential Changes to the 2025-26 Louisiana Hunting Season. 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 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 View and download the 2025 Mobile Mardi Gras parade schedule, complete with dates, times and routes for all Mobile & Baldwin County parades.
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