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And so, the first Krewe De Wideload Mardi Gras ball came into being. It was a modest start in a small reception hall near Carencro, but everyone agreed it was a hit! Fast forward a couple of decades, and now the Krewe's ball is one of the hottest tickets in town, selling out the Cajundome Convention Center year after year. KREWE DE WIDELOAD. Mardi Gras Ball Date: Friday, February 7, 2025 Catering Pre-Order Deadline: January 31, 2025 Mardi Gras Ball Date: Monday, March 3, 2025 Catering Pre-Order Deadline: February 24, 2025. In 1972 a new Mardi Gras Krewe was established to help promote the tradition of Mardi Gras in Acadiana and to encourage Lafayette’s young citizens to participate in Mardi Gras. Since Mardi Gras Balls are considered private events, the CAJUNDOME's clear bag policy will not be enforced. All bags and guests are subject to search. Guests are still encouraged to use small handbags or clear bags to speed up the security check-in and limit cross-contamination during bag search. The 2024 Wideload Mardi Gras Ball is scheduled to be held on January 19th at the Cajundome Convention Center. The event is already generating buzz across social media platforms, with many residents eager to participate in one of Lafayette's most awaited Mardi Gras celebrations. Krewe Member Queen Elizabeth I, Cyndal Roy, threw beads into the crowd at the 15th annual Krewe de Wideload Mardi Gras Ball, held at the Cajundome Convention Center Friday, Jan. 24, 2020. The 2015 Krewe de Wideload Mardi Gras Ball is held Friday, January 23, 2015, at the Cajundome Convention Center in Lafayette, La. WIDELOAD ANNOUNCEMENT: Here to answer some of the most frequently asked questions! First and foremost, the 2024 Wideload Mardi Gras Ball will be celebrated on January 19th at the Cajundome "Carnival International"Friday, January 20, 2023 at the Cajundome Convention Center in Lafayette, LouisianaIncludes behind-the-scenes rehearsals, staging, an Unfortunately, the Krewe of Jefferson will no longer roll in Metairie after 51 years and the all-kids Krewe of Little Rascals has also been canceled. Lafayette’s Krewe de Wideload has opened its membership to the public for the first time, featuring an extravagant community Wideload Mardi Gras ball (January 19) in the Cajundome. Krewe de Wideload Mardi Gras Ball at the Cajundome Convention Center. Friday, Feb. 1, 2019. Mardi Gras ball season is upon us, and while this time of year is all about celebration, it’s also prime time for scammers looking to take advantage of eager partygoers. In Louisiana, where Mardi Gras balls are a huge part of the annual Carnival tradition, scammers are targeting those desperate to snag tickets to these often sold-out events. Since Mardi Gras Balls are considered private events, the CAJUNDOME's clear bag policy will not be enforced. All bags and guests are subject to search. Guests are still encouraged to use small handbags or clear bags to speed up the security check-in and limit cross-contamination during bag search. It’s that time of the year!! Mardi Gras Ball time and first up is Krewe de Wideload! A time was had last night with our Overhead 360 and Photo Booth. Welcome to the Mystic Krewe of Apollo de Lafayette! The Mystic Krewe of Apollo de Lafayette is a Mardi Gras krewe based in Lafayette, LA. We have been keeping the culture and tradition of Mardi Gras alive and on full display for all to see. Our signature event is our annual bal masque, held each Wideload Mardi Gras Ball at the Cajundome Convention Center. Friday, Jan. 19, 2024. SCOTT CLAUSE/USA TODAY Network. Wideload Mardi Gras Ball at the Cajundome Convention Center. Friday, Jan. 19, 2024. feb 1, 2019. event time: 8:00pm-1:00am. doors at tba. catering pre-order deadline is tuesday, jan. 22nd at noon. Krewe Member Queen Elizabeth I, Cyndal Roy, threw beads into the crowd at the 15th annual Krewe de Wideload Mardi Gras Ball, held at the Cajundome Convention Center Friday, Jan. 24, 2020. Early Mardi Gras Balls . Mardi Gras balls have been around since Louisiana was a French colony. Just as we do today, Creole society kicked off the season on Twelfth Night with the King’s Ball (the Bal de Roi). The highlight of the evening was the cutting of the King Cake (the Gateau des Rois). Krewe de Wideload, a community-based Mardi Gras Krewe known for its lively and extravagant Mardi Gras balls, has just announced the date for its 2024 event. The announcement was made via the Krewe's Facebook page, as Lafayette Mardi Gras revelers look forward to carnival season. The 2024 Wideload Mardi Gras
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