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Route: The parade starts in West Monroe at 1118 Natchitoches St. at 6:00 pm, the parade ends at Oliver Rd., Monroe, LA. Cost: FREE. 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 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. 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 The first 250 finishers will receive specialty beads, a drink token from Flying Heart Brewing & Pub-West Monroe, and a silicone Mardi Gras cup. The race begins at 2:30 PM at the corner of Wood and Commerce Street. Now it’s time for the main event – The Krewe of Janus Mardi Gras Parade at 6 PM. 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 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 and most recognized Mardi Gras Parade. The parade includes nearly 50 units featuring several High School bands! 10:00 AM - Krewe of Janus Children's Mardi Gras Parade. The cutest Mardi Gras parade is rolling at Pecanland Mall's Center Court. 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. 1:00 PM - Annual Krewe of MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD)– The Krewe de Riviere parade will start on January 27, 2024, at 5 P.M. There will also be additional activities throughout the day including Mardi Gras Madness at noon Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday, will next be celebrated in Louisiana on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Parades will begin in many locations in January. Mardi Gras is always on the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday. The day before Mardi Gras is known as Shrove Monday or Lundi Gras. What are those three Mardi Gras colors? Twin Cities' Krewe de Riviere Mardi Gras Parade - Feb 08, 2025 - Monroe And West Monroe, LA - 12565. Monroe And West Monroe, LA 71201 Phone: +1-318-376-2501 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. MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Mardi Gras season is underway! Here are a few events in our region to help you celebrate: Louisiana. The Krewe of D’Arbonne Mardi Gras Parade . Saturday, Feb. 8 at 6 p.m. 18th Annual Krewe of PAWS Mardi Gras Pet Parade Event Date: Feb 15, 2025 | Location: Antique Alley (Commerce Street) West Monroe, LA MONROE, La. (KNOE) - The most adorable parade of the Mardi Gras season is set to roll on Saturday, Feb. 15. We’re talking about the 18th annual Krewe of Paws Mardi Gras Pet Parade! 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 The Krewe of Janus was established in 1984. It was organized by the Twin Cities’ Jaycees and became an independent organization in 1989. Since the first year when crowds were estimated at 35,000, the Krewe of Janus Mardi Gras parade grew to include over 100 units and an estimated crowd of 80,000 people in 1993. WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — Due to the heavy rain on Saturday, February 15, 2025, the Krewe of Janus Mardi Gras Parade will now start at approximately 3 p.m. Photo courtesy of City of West Run the West Monroe Mardi Gras Parade Route and Downtown West Monroe on a double loop route to celebrate with the colors of Mardi Gras! Powder Mardi Gras Colors are thrown throughout the run/walk in celebration! Finisher specialty beads for everyone! $35.00 entry fee includes Silicone Mardi Gras Cup and Flying Heart Drink Token The Krewe of Janus and Scott Powerline & Utility Equipment proudly present the 42nd Annual Krewe of Janus Mardi Gras Parade "Janus Flies to the Moon." 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. Mardi Gras parades, art exhibitions, outdoor markets, concerts, and annual events are among the many events in Monroe-West Monroe throughout the year. West Monroe
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