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Shreveport-Bossier hosts the most vibrant, family-friendly Mardi Gras celebrations in Louisiana! Whether you're catching colorful beads at a parade, swaying to the sounds of a lively second-line band, or sharing a slice of king cake with friends, every moment in Shreveport-Bossier is packed with festive energy. SCHEDULE OF PARADES KREWE OF HARAMBEE. Monday, Feb. 17; Downtown Shreveport; 1 p.m. The lineup will start at the corner of Milam and Common streets. The parade will then head west to Hope Street, then east on Milam, make a left on Edwards, turn onto Texas and go through downtown Shreveport. The first Mardi Gras parade in the Shreveport-Bossier area will be held on Feb. 17. Check out the full schedule below to catch your Krewe in action for 2025. Mardi Gras Parade Schedule. Fat Tuesday Children's Parade of Shreveport & Bossier City Tuesday, March 4, 2025 6:00pm Pierre Bossier Mall, Bossier City, LA. You have plenty of chances to get involved in this year's Mardi Gras season. Whether you want to just attend one Bal, or visit every parade possible, you will have a lot of chances to do Mardi Gras YOUR way. Shreveport-Bossier, LA - Louisiana’s Shreveport-Bossier City region is preparing to kick off the 2023 Mardi Gras season with events scheduled from Jan. 14 - Feb. 21, 2023. From family-friendly parades and entertainment to balls and parties, visitors and residents alike will find a variety of Mardi Gras fun to experience. SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — Mardi Gras season is upon us, and it’s time to Let the Good Times Roll! The first parade to roll out is the Krewe of Sobek Parade at 1:00 p.m. on January 18. But do not fear; there are several parades you can attend for Mardi Gras fun. Details about each [] Mardi Gras delivers a massive boost to the Shreveport-Bossier economy, each year. In 2023, the direct impact of five area parades was estimated to be more than $10 million, and indirect spending and media value raised the total economic impact to more than $19 million. Stacy Brown, president/CEO of Visit Shreveport-Bossier, highlighted the The Krewe of Centaur Mardi Gras Parade is set to roll on Saturday February 3, 2024, at 2:45pm, and The Krewe of Gemini is set to roll on Saturday February 10, 2024 at 2:45pm. Street & Road Closures Krewe of Gemini held its first parade in the Shreveport-Bossier area in 1990. The nonprofit, volunteer organization is home to one of the biggest Mardi Gras parades in the area. The krewe also has a Mardi Gras museum filled with memorabilia highlighting the history of Mardi Gras in north Louisiana. This is the last weekend of Mardi Gras, and there are three parades that you can attend. Krewe of Oceanus - 7 p.m. Friday.. Make history by attending the inaugural parade for the Krewe of Oceanus. According to numbers released by the Caddo Parish Commission, the direct economic impact of Mardi Gras parades in Shreveport was estimated to be more than $9 million. Adding indirect spending, the Visit Shreveport-Bossier will host the 19th Annual Red River Mardi Gras Bash during the Krewe of Centaur and Krewe of Gemini parades in downtown Shreveport on Saturday, February 25, 2025, and Saturday, March 1, 2025. This unique parade day experience offers VIP treatment and “behind-the-scenes” access for groups during one of the largest Mardi Gras parades in Louisiana. Tickets include The Krewe of Centaur / Gemini Parades PSA The Krewe of Centaur Mardi Gras Parade is set to roll on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at 2:45 pm, and The Krewe of Gemini is set to roll on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at 2:45 pm. The Shreveport Police Department would like to take this opportunity to pass on a few friendly The Shreveport Police Department and other public safety agencies outlined precautions for the Krewe of Centaur Mardi Gras Parade. at Mardi Gras in Shreveport and will be assisting local law Mardi Gras Indians are featured in a Mardi Gras scene made from LEGO bricks, displayed at the PresbytŽre in New Orleans on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025. (Staff photo by Brett Duke, The Times-Picayune) STAFF PHOTO BY BRETT DUKE Fans look for throws as a Mardi Gras parade goes by during the second intermission of a Mudbugs’ game against the Colorado Grit at George’s Pond at Hirsch Coliseum in Shreveport, La., Friday, Jan. 31, 2025. SHREVEPORT, La. — As the final Mardi Gras parades of the season roll through the streets this weekend, Shreveport police are urging attendees to stay safe and be aware of parade regulations. The Shreveport Police Department is inviting the public to share their Mardi Gras moments with officers during this year’s celebrations. A citizen recently captured this great photo at the Krewe of Centaur parade, and SPD is encouraging others to send in their photos with officers to highlight the positive interactions between law enforcement and the community. Find tickets & information for Krewe Of Highland Parade 2025. happening at Shreveport-Highland, Shreveport, LA on Sun, 02 Mar, 2025 at 02:00 pm CST. Register or Buy Tickets, Price information. Krewe of Demeter . This DeSoto Parish parade is a fun, family oriented parade and street party which rolls February 23, 2025 at 3pm (*NOTE THIS IS THE NEW RESCHEDULED DATE*) Enjoy the 🎉🍷 Krewe of Demeter Mardi Gras Grand Bal 🎉🍷 January 18th.
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