Twelfth Night 2026 SWLA Mardi Gras Kickoff

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 5 PM and the event begins at 6 PM. More details to coming soon!