trail Events

January 16, 2012 - February 21, 2012

Mardi Gras

Shreveport-Bossier, Alexandria, Natchitoches,

Yes, North Louisiana does join in the state’s Mardi Gras fun. Here’s where you can learn more about the celebrations along our Red River Riches Trail:

Shreveport-Bossier: http://www.shreveportbossierfunguide.com/feature.php?id=19

Alexandria: http://apacvb.org/mardiGrasEvents.cfmand http://www.alexmardigras.com/

Natchitoches: http://www.explorenatchitoches.com/events-and-festivals/krewe-of-dionysus-mardi-gras-parade/

January 16, 2012 - February 21, 2012

Mardi Gras

New Orleans and Northshore,

Parades, parades and more parades will roll through New Orleans and Louisiana’s Northshore, celebrating the state’s official party season—Mardi Gras. For information visit http://www.mardigrasneworleans.com/ and http://www.louisiananorthshore.com/events/.

February 17, 2012 - February 17, 2012

Taste of Mardi Gras

Riverfront Convention Center - Alexandria, LA

Coinciding with Alexandria’s Mardi Gras festivities, this fundraiser for the Cenla Chapter of the Louisiana Restaurant Association features delicious foods from the area’s most popular eateries. http://www.alexmardigras.com/

February 18, 2012 - February 18, 2012

King Cake Party

Alexandria Zoo - Alexandria,

Share a slice of king cake with your friends in the animal kingdom as the Alexandria Zoo celebrates Carnival. In addition to the sweet treat, enjoy music, costumed characters and animal encounters. www.thealexandriazoo.com