Parades

Celebrate Lafayette’s Vibrant Mardi Gras Traditions

Join the excitement as Lafayette comes alive with dazzling parades, family-friendly festivities, and cherished traditions. From the “Kick-Off” Parade to the always exciting “Independent” Parade, each event offers a unique glimpse into the magic and revelry of Mardi Gras in the heart of Louisiana.

Friday, February 28, 2025

"Kick-Off" Parade - Krewe of Allons

Lafayette, 6:30 pm
Bringing excitement and Ragin’ Cajuns’ flair to the celebration

Saturday, March 1, 2025

"Children's" Parade

Lafayette, 12:30 pm
(featuring Krewe of Camelot, Krewe d’Amusement, Krewe des Jeunes Amis, Krewe of Versailles, Krewe of Troubadours, and Krewe of Oberon)

"Krewe of Bonaparte" Parade

Lafayette, 6:30 pm

Monday, March 3, 2025

"Monday Night" Parade Honoring Queen Evangeline LXXXVI

Lafayette, 6:00 pm
(featuring Krewe of Triton, Krewe of Attakapas, Krewe of Xanadu, Krewe of Victoria, Krewe of Troubadours, Krewe d’Argent, Krewe of Bon Amis,  Krewe of Karencro, Krewe of Apollo, Krewe of Olympus, and Mystic Krewe of Majesty)

Tuesday, March 4, 2025

"King Gabriel's" Parade

Lafayette, 9:00 am

"Lafayette Mardi Gras Festival" Parade

Lafayette, 12:00 pm

"Independent" Parade

Cancelled for everyone’s safety due to upcoming weather conditions.
Parade Route map