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. 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. A whole lotta Mardi Gras in Shreveport-Bossier! 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 Shreveport's Mardi Gras season is in full swing and it's time for the parades. Here's a list of upcoming parades and their locations. The Krewe of Harambee parade is Monday, and it will roll through the streets of downtown Shreveport, beginning at 1 p.m. This year's parade will feature the Southern University Marching Band. Krewe of Centaur Mardi Gras Den. Krewe of Centaur Parade Saturday, February 22, 2025 3:30pm. Krewe of Barkus and Meoux Pet Parade February 23, 2025 2:00pm Louisiana Downs in Bossier City. Krewe of Gemini Float Loading Friday, February 28, 2025 5:30pm-9pm Krewe of Gemini Mardi Gras Den. Krewe of Highland Bal Friday, February 28, 2025 7pm The Shreveport-Bossier Mardi Gras parade schedule kicks off each year with its historically African American krewes, the Krewe of Sobek and the Krewe of Harambee. Leading the charge, the Krewe of Sobek will roll through the streets this year on January 18, and the Krewe of Harambee will follow a month later on February 17. With the formation of the Krewe of Gemini, committees were formed , logos were designed, throws were ordered, floats were designed, a media party was set, a Mardi Gras Bal was planned for February 17, 1990, and a huge parade featuring twelve Mardi Gras floats took to the streets of Shreveport -Bossier City on February 24, 1990. Mardi Gras season is here for the Shreveport-Bossier City area, and the local Krewes are getting ready for parades and celebrations through March 4. The Krewe of Gemini was founded in 1990. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate reached out with questions, and the Krewe’s publicity chair, Christina Howard, answered as follows: 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 [] At 2:45 p.m., The Krewe of Centaur Parade will start rolling on the Clyde Fant Parkway. The following Sat., February 10, 2024, The Krewe of Gemini Parade will start at 2:45 p.m. Mardi Gras day is Tues., Feb. 13, 2024. For information on more 2024 Shreveport-Bossier Mardi Gras parades, please visit ShreveportMardiGras.com. The Krewe of Justinian was formed in 1994 for area attorneys, judges, and other persons interested in the legal affairs of the community to participate in and promote the celebration of Mardi Gras in the Ark-La-Tex. The Krewe is bound together by the common goals of building a better community and the pursuit of good family fun. The Krewe of Centaur Mardi Gras Parade has grown over the years to become the largest parade in the Ark-La-Tex. We are one of the very largest, single parading Krewes in the State of Louisiana, and yes, that includes New Orleans. The royalty of area Mardi Gras krewes came together at the Krewe of Centaur's den in Shreveport, La., Friday evening for a meal before the 2024 season begins. +6 Krewe of Harambee 2024 Mardi Gras Season Royalty Homemade floats have always been a staple of this unique Shreveport Mardi Gras Krewe of Krewes – they are encouraged. Since the first parade rolled through the neighborhood with approximately 30 throwers and attendance in total, the idea has been the same: to promote the tradition of Mardi Gras and the Highland Historical District. The exclusive purpose of the Krewe of Atlas is to bring today’s modern cultural diversity to the time honored traditions and festivities of Mardi Gras to the Shreveport and Bossier communities. We encourage camaraderie and fellowship by providing an opportunity to support the work of local charities Mardi Gras season is here for the Shreveport-Bossier City area, and the local Krewes are getting ready for parades and celebrations through March 4. As the oldest parading krewe in the Ark-La-Tex, the Krewe of Gemini is committed to tradition that shines through every aspect of its celebrations, with handmade costumes, intricate headpieces and Welcome and thank you for visiting our website. Here you will see that the Krewe of Elders is a vibrant part of the Mard i Gras festivities in the Ark-La-Tex. While the Krewe of Elders may be for people age 50 and above, don’t let the word ‘Elders’ fool you. 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. Revelers pose for a quick photo during the Krewe of Centaur Mardi Gras parade in Shreveport, La., Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025. By JILL PICKETT | Staff photographer The Krewe of Centaur Mardi Gras parade rolls in Shreveport, La., Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025. Experience Mardi Gras Downtown Shreveport! Downtown Shreveport is the place to be this Mardi Gras 2025 season! From exciting parades to live music, delicious local food, and family-friendly activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
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