# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Twelfth Night 2026 SWLA Mardi Gras Kickoff
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 03 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Twelfth Night - 12 days after Christmas is the legendary beginning of the Mardi Gras season prior to.Lent.  Join us in this tradition, which will be kicking off a little early this year! Help us celebrate Mardi Gras’ first event as royalty of last year in their grand costumes give their symbolic goodbyes!   Thousands will turn out to see the grand fanfair of costumes and greet the new  carnival season.  There will be a lively mini parade featuring members of the local krewes under the direction of Mardi Gras of Southwest Louisiana. Doors open at 4:30 PM to feature our KIDS ZONE from 4:30-5:45 PM-and the event begins at 6 PM. More details to coming soon!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lake-charles/twelfth-night-2026-swla-mardi-gras-kickoff/200028482464623
- **Event Categories**: carnivals, kids, parades
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 892

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Lake Charles
- **state**: LA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Lake Charles Event Center
- **lat**: 30.228574553046
- **long**: -93.221420645768
- **full address**: Lake Charles Event Center, Lake Charles, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Twelfth Night 2026 SWLA Mardi Gras Kickoff
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Twelfth Night 2026 SWLA Mardi Gras Kickoff being held?
  - **A:** Twelfth Night 2026 SWLA Mardi Gras Kickoff takes place on Sat, 03 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 03 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Lake Charles Event Center, Lake Charles, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Twelfth Night 2026 SWLA Mardi Gras Kickoff?
  - **A:** Twelfth Night 2026 SWLA Mardi Gras Kickoff is organized by 12th Night Mgswla Chairperson.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Twelfth Night 2026 SWLA Mardi Gras Kickoff is ideal for families, kids, and anyone looking for a fun-filled day of rides, games, and festive entertainment. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Lake Charles, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 890+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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