# Event Details - **Event Name**: 31st Annual Taste of Mardi Gras - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 28 Feb, 2025 at 07:00 pm – Fri, 28 Feb, 2025 at 11:30 pm - **Event Description**: Join us for an evening filled with incredible food, lively music, and the spirit of Mardi Gras!About this EventJoin us for a Spectacular Night of Flavor, Fun, and Fundraising!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 BandHeadlining Band: The sensational Chee Weez, a high-energy New Orleans cover bandBeneficiaries:All funds raised at Taste of Mardi Gras will directly contribute to the following local charities and initiatives:LRA Programs (Education Foundation & Louisiana ProStart)Children’s Miracle NetworkManna House MinistriesChildren’s Mardi Gras ParadeFood Bank of Central LouisianaEvent Highlights:Dance the night away with live music.Savor a wide array of delectable dishes and refreshing beverages from renowned regional restaurants, all under one roof.Experience the vibrant and family-friendly Mardi Gras atmosphere.Important Information:Time: The headlining band, The Chee-Weez, will take the stage at 8 p.m.Beverages: A cash bar will be available; please note that no trays or coolers are permitted.VIP Experience: Secure a VIP table for 8 at $750 and enjoy an hour of early entry to the event.Admission Fees: Children aged 10 and under have a $25 admission fee, while adult general admission is $50.Ticket Prices: Prices will increase by $10 on the day of the event.Dress Code: Dress in your finest dressy-casual and embrace the Mardi Gras spirit by donning beads, wigs, and attire in vibrant shades of purple, green, and gold.Support and Sponsorship:For those interested in sponsorship opportunities, please reach out to Britney Ford at bford@lra.org or call (225) 240-7189.Join us for an evening filled with incredible food, lively music, and the spirit of Mardi Gras. Taste of Mardi Gras is not just a celebration of Louisiana's culinary heritage but also a testament to our community's generosity. So, put on your Mardi Gras attire and be part of an unforgettable night of fun, all in the name of a good cause. We look forward to seeing you there! https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/fe704770-9cf0-11ef-b69a-6356a83437d6-rimg-w1109-h740-dc5d2e7b-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/feed66b0-9cf0-11ef-bb0f-41f171f31de4-rimg-w1109-h740-dc12171a-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/ff572500-9cf0-11ef-84f5-339c305f9630-rimg-w1109-h740-dc32125f-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/01a533b0-9cf1-11ef-b69a-6356a83437d6-rimg-w1109-h740-dc909091-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/02164500-9cf1-11ef-b69a-6356a83437d6-rimg-w1109-h740-dc747878-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/alexandria/31st-annual-taste-of-mardi-gras/100001075823630439 - **Event Categories**: nonprofit, music, entertainment, charities, live-music, food-drinks, parades - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 14 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket URL**: https://consumer.pxf.io/c/1339408/3151484/39691?partnerpropertyid=1191892&MediaPartnerPropertyId=1191892&svlink=14105511&level=1&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2F31st-annual-taste-of-mardi-gras-tickets-1075823630439 - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 25, max: 50, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Alexandria - **state**: LA - **country**: United States - **location**: Randolph Riverfront Center - **lat**: 31.3131615 - **long**: -92.4455383 - **full address**: Randolph Riverfront Center, 707 2nd Street, Alexandria, United States ## Event Organizer details - **affiliate_id**: 10 - **organizer**: Louisiana Restaurant Association (https://allevents.in/org/louisiana-restaurant-association/21970286) ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: banner - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/7237e54e6e1dcacabdf980cf49b6f7010ea0401de6dd11251ed7e01df5f41c05-rimg-w1200-h600-dc65499d-gmir.jpg?v=1730974447 - **Alt text**: thumbnail - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/a8ca1ee028949d133224d7a7297862873cefa93e84d031f7041318898cde31f6-rimg-w400-h400-dc65499d-gmir.jpg?v=1730974445 ## FAQs - **Q**: When is the event happening? - **A:** Fri, 28 Feb, 2025 at 07:00 pm - **Q**: Where is the event happening? - **A:** Randolph Riverfront Center, 707 2nd Street, Alexandria, United States - **Q**: What is the ticket price? - **A:** starting from 25 up to 50 USD - **Q**: Who is organizing the event? - **A:** Louisiana Restaurant Association - **Q**: What type of event is this? - **A:** nonprofit, music, entertainment, charities, live-music, food-drinks, parades - **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about 31st Annual Taste of Mardi Gras ? - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "31st Annual Taste of Mardi Gras", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/7237e54e6e1dcacabdf980cf49b6f7010ea0401de6dd11251ed7e01df5f41c05-rimg-w1200-h600-dc65499d-gmir.jpg?v=1730974447", "startDate": "2025-02-28", "endDate": "2025-02-28", "url": "https://allevents.in/alexandria/31st-annual-taste-of-mardi-gras/100001075823630439", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Randolph Riverfront Center", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "707 2nd Street", "postalCode": "71301", "addressLocality": "Alexandria", "addressRegion": "LA", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "31.3131615", "longitude": "-92.4455383" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Join us for an evening filled with incredible food, lively music, and the spirit of Mardi Gras!", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-05", "availabilityEnds": "2025-02-28", "validFrom": "2026-04-05", "lowPrice": "25.00", "highPrice": "50.00", "price": "25.00", "url": "https://allevents.in/alexandria/31st-annual-taste-of-mardi-gras/100001075823630439" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-05", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-05", "url": "https://allevents.in/alexandria/31st-annual-taste-of-mardi-gras/100001075823630439", "price": "50.00", "name": "General Admission" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-05", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-05", "url": "https://allevents.in/alexandria/31st-annual-taste-of-mardi-gras/100001075823630439", "price": "25.00", "name": "Children 10 & Under" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Louisiana Restaurant Association", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/louisiana-restaurant-association/21970286", "description": " \nThe Louisiana Restaurant Association (LRA) was established in 1946 to advocate on behalf of the state’s foodservice and hospitality industry among elected officials and regulatory agencies. 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