trail Events

January 16, 2012 - February 21, 2012

Mardi Gras

Lake Charles, Jeff Davis Parish and Bienville Parish,

The communities along our Seafood Sensation Trail get into the Mardi Gras swing of things. Learn more about their celebrations at www.swlamardigras.com, http://mostcajun.com/calendar/?month=feband http://jeffdavis.org/calendar.

February 18, 2012 - February 18, 2012

World Famous Cajun Extravaganza and Gumbo Cook-Off

Lake Charles Civic Center - Lake Charles,

Who makes the best chicken-and-sausage or wild game gumbo around? You be the judge as you taste from every pot at this annual Lake Charles Mardi Gras event. Admission is $5. http://www.swlamardigras.com

February 19, 2012 - February 19, 2012

Taste de la Louisiane

Lake Charles Civic Center - Lake Charles,

Does it get any better than an all-you-can eat event in the region of the state known for its amazing Cajun cooking? We don’t think so. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., sample traditional Louisiana cuisine as you celebrate the foods of Mardi Gras.    http://www.swlamardigras.com