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Red River to Host 33rd Anniversary Mardi Gras in the Mountains!

It’s that time of year again! Red River’s annual Mardi Gras in the Mountain celebration is set to kick off on Thursday, Feb. 28!

The schedule of events is as follows:

Thursday, February 27:

  • Pre-Parade Kickoff Reception: Join the Krewes for music, refreshments, and hors d’oeuvres from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Yesterday’s Diner.
  • Thursday Night Parade: The parade starts at 7:00 PM at Yesterday’s Diner and ends at the Motherlode Saloon. Spectators are encouraged to join the walking parade along Main Street.
  • Burning of the Wild Tchoupitoulas: At 7:30 PM, experience the symbolic burning ceremony in the Motherlode Saloon parking lot, a tradition to cast away worries.
  • Party Krewe Ball: Festivities continue at 8:00 PM at the Motherlode Saloon with live music by Forest Huval & Bon Temps, followed by karaoke with Sweet T.

Friday, February 28:

  • Friday Night Ball: Join the krewes for an evening of fun and festivities.
  • Drink-Making Contest: See just how crazy things can get as groups from local bars compete for bragging rights and coveted trophies.

Saturday, March 1:

  • Grand Parade: The main parade of the event, featuring elaborate floats and costumes, will proceed down Main Street. Time to be announced.
  • Grand Ball, Cajun Feast & Costume Contest: Enjoy a seafood boil, enter the costume contest, and dance to Forest Huval & Bon Temps ($25 per person $10 for children under 12). Times are 6:30 pm until 8:00 pm.

Sunday, March 2:

  • Children’s Ball: Games, a costume contest, and music by Forest Huval & Bon Temps at the Red River Conference Center from 7:00 pm until 8:30pm.

Monday, March 3:

  • Krewe de VooDoo: Celebrate Lundi Gras with the Krewe de VooDoo

Music by Forest Huval & Bon Temps.

Tuesday, March 4:

  • Fat Tuesday Krewe Déjà vu Ball: Celebrate Fat Tuesday with Krewe Deja Vu. Music by Forest Huval & Bon Temps 

About the Krewes:

Mardi Gras In The Mountains features several spirited Krewes, each bringing unique energy to the celebration:

  • Party Krewe: Headquartered at Capo’s Restaurant, known for their vibrant presence.
  • Krewe de VooDoo: Red River’s oldest Krewe, a staple in all events.
  • Red River Brew Krewe: Comprising craft beer enthusiasts, many from the Red River Brewing Company.
  • Krewe Deja Vu: A fresh group bringing laughter and fun to every event.
  • Totally High Crew (THC): Based at The Vault, known for their laid-back vibe.
  • Kowboy Krewe: Dedicated to helping others in unexpected times of need through the Kowboy Krewe Foundation.
  • Krewe des Pas Bon: A fun-loving group from Louisiana, longtime attendees of the event.

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