Event Calendar

February 09, 2024

Classic Cars & College Cheerleaders Parade

4:30PM

Classic Cars & College Cheerleaders Parade

Name: Classic Cars & College Cheerleaders Parade
Start: 2024-02-09T16:30:00
End: 2024-02-09

Registration Deadline: February 1, 2024

The Classic Cars & College Cheerleaders Parade will kick off Alexandria’s family-oriented Mardi Gras weekend. The Classic Cars & College Cheerleaders follows the same route as the Children’s Parade in downtown Alexandria. It features classic cars paired with college cheerleaders from colleges, universities, and high schools in Louisiana.

Route: Downtown Alexandria – Murray – Fifth Street – Jackson – Third Street to St. James Street

Contact: For information, please contact Parade Chair Daniel McGuffee daniel.mcguffee@redriverbank.net

Louisiana Restaurant Association Taste of Mardi Gras

7:00PM

The Louisiana Restaurant Association proudly presents the 30th Annual Taste of Mardi Gras event, taking place at the picturesque Randolph Riverfront Center in Cenla. This unforgettable evening is a celebration of Louisiana’s rich culinary heritage, with all proceeds dedicated to supporting local charities and the advancement of culinary education in Cenla.

Entertainment Lineup:

Opening Act: The lively New Natives Brass Band

Headlining Band: The sensational Chee Weez, a high-energy New Orleans cover band

Entertainment Lineup:

Opening Act: The lively New Natives Brass Band

Headlining Band: The sensational Chee Weez, a high-energy New Orleans cover band

Location: Randolph Riverfront Center 2nd St Alexandria

Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/30th-annual-taste-of-mardi-gras-tickets-743770978017?aff=oddtdtcreator