Lake Charles Fat Tuesday Mardi Gras Parade Schedule

Today is the biggest day of the Mardi Gras season in Southwest Louisiana! Head out to enjoy all of the festivities, as there is plenty to take part in. In case you didn't know, the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury and the Office of Juvenile Justice Services are once again providing a great way for families to participate in Carnival.

Stop by The Mardi Gras Zone, a family-friendly area that's tobacco and alcohol-free and is set up for kids, tweens, teens, and their parents/guardians to have a good time. It's going to open from 11:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m., today and is located on Ryan Street – in the parking lot between Pujo and Kirby Streets.

For the past 15 years, a live DJ has been providing great music and games like laser tag, the Bayou Games Truck, an activity tent, train rides, and bounce houses. Bring your appetite as well, because there is plenty of free food to enjoy such as snow cones, hot dogs, drinks, and popcorn. For more info call (337) 721-3900.

HERE ARE THE FAT TUESDAY MARDI GRAS PARADES AND ROUTES:

SECOND LINE STROLL - 1:00 PM - Downtown Ryan Street (see map below)

JEEPS ON PARADE - 2:30 PM - Ryan Street to ending at Sale Road

MOTOR GRAS PARADE (hot rods, classics, and motorcycles)- 3:00 PM - Bord du Lac Drive, to Ryan Street, ending at Sale Road.

SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA KREW OF KREWES PARADE - 5:00 PM - Starts on the north end of Bord du Lac Drive, cross over Lakeshore Drive onto Pine Street, turn right onto Ryan Street, and continue south on Ryan, ending at Sale Road.

Laissez les bons temps rouler!