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Louisiana Festivals & Events Happening this Weekend: February 15 through February 18
Mardi Gras may be over, but there are still a couple of parades happening this weekend. Krewe du Pooch Mardi Gras Parade - Mandeville - February 17. A walking parade and costume contest for canines and their humans, the Krewe du Pooch Mardi Gras Parade begins at 12:00 PM at the corner of Lakeshore Drive and Marigny Avenue. A post-parade party begins at 4:30 PM and features dog adoptions, music, vendors, food, and drinks.
Fun Things to Do on Valentine's Day in Baton Rouge
It's time to celebrate love and friendship. Here are a few places for adults to enjoy Valentine's Evening in Baton Rouge. Celebrate Valentine's Day in style with an intimate projected screening of the 1942 American romance classic, Casablanca. Showtime is 7:00 PM to 11:30 PM on February 14 at Hayride Scandal, 5110 Corporate Blvd., Suite B. Ticket price includes a glass of Mumm Champagne and a floral centerpiece.
Louisiana Mardi Gras Festivals & Events Happening this Weekend: February 2 through February 4
If you haven't had a chance to attend a Mardi Gras parade or event yet, this weekend will provide beaucoup opportunities. A free celebration of Carnival, Family Gras takes place annually two weekends before Mardi Gras. Parades, authentic New Orleans cuisine, a Kids' Court, an Art Market, and outdoor concerts featuring national and local acts highlight the weekend.
Louisiana Festivals & Events Happening this Weekend: January 25 through January 28
It is the last weekend of January, and the Mardi Gras parades and activities are ramping up. Here's where you can celebrate the season. This family-style Mardi Gras celebration takes place on Historic Main Street in New Iberia on the banks of Bayou Teche. The parade begins at 6:30 PM on the corners of Main and Ann Streets. Participating in the parade will be floats, dance teams, marching bands, organizations, and royalty.
Louisiana Festivals & Events Happening this Weekend: January 13 through January 15
As we get closer to Mardi Gras, the event calendar fills with parades, balls, and fund-raisers. We celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s, birthday on Monday, January, 15, so this week's calendar will cover events happening on that day.
Creole Chicken & Sausage Sauce Piquant
The Creole cuisine from Louisiana's prairie region differs from that of New Orleans. Heavily influenced by Native American, African, and Cajun cultures, most dishes are spicier and heartier than the food of European-inspired dishes. For example, you won't find too many creamy sauces in Prairie Creole cooking.
Where to Find Mardi Gras King Cakes in Baton Rouge
Mardi Gras season begins this weekend, and that means king cakes are available. Here's where you can find them in Baton Rouge. Zulu king cake loaded with coconut, cream cheese, chocolate morsels and topped with chocolate icing, cinnamon, and sugar.
Sweet Potato Banana Bread
This sweet potato banana bread is perfect for breakfast or as an accompaniment to coffee or tea. Banana bread is a great way to use up overripe bananas. When you add mashed baked or boiled sweet potatoes to the recipe, you get something that's not only delicious but packed with vitamins and protein.
Louisiana Festivals & Events Happening this Weekend: January 4 through January 7
In Louisiana, it's time to start thinking about Mardi Gras. It's the first weekend of January, and Mardi Gras season is already here. Saturday, January 6 is Twelfth Night, the official start date of the carnival season.
Five Movies Made in Louisiana that We Got to See in 2023
Louisiana is one of the top destinations for movie-making. Filmmakers who choose to work here benefit from experienced Louisiana-based crew members and talent, picturesque production-friendly locations, an attractive motion picture production incentive program, and world-class production facilities. When you live in Louisiana, it's always fun to watch a movie that's made here.
Louisiana Festivals & Events Happening this Weekend: December 28 through December 31
It's the last weekend of the year, and the remaining Christmas-themed festivals are winding down. There is still time to attend:. Victorian Christmas at the Joseph Jefferson Home and Rip Van Winkle GardensDecember 29, 30, 21.
Festivals & Events Happening in Louisiana This Weekend - December 21 Through December 24
It's Christmas Eve weekend, but you can still catch a festival. NOLA Christmas Fest - New Orleans - December 21 through December 20. 900 Convention Center Blvd. Enjoy ice skating, ice slides, carnival rides, a Gingerbread Village, holiday entertainment, and more at the 10th annual NOLA Christmas Fest. There will be giveaways, performances, and mini parades.
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