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Carnival Controversy–St. Louis Claims Second-Largest Mardi Gras, Lafayette Disagrees

Nathan Pike — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 21:20:38 +0000

The mayor of St. Louis, Mo., Francis Slay, told reporters today that his city has, not only the second-largest Mardi Gras event in the country, but the best in the U.S. as well.

Tips On How To Catch Really Good Mardi Gras Beads For Lafayette Mardi Gras Parades

Chris Reed — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 16:58:56 +0000

With the Lafayette Mardi Gras celebrations just days away, we know what many of you have on your mind. How can I catch all as many beads as possible and how can I score the best beads during the parades? Well, we have a few tips to offer on how to get your hands on beads, beads, and more beads!!!

Experience New Orleans Super Bowl XLVII From The Comfort Of Your Own Home [EARTHCAM]

Speedy — Sat, 02 Feb 2013 03:28:58 +0000

New Orleans is epicenter of it all this weekend. Mardi Gras + The Biggest Show on Earth – a.k.a. The Superbowl = OMFG! Craziness. Its the perfect storm of parties. Not all of us can make it to the French Quarter a.k.a. Da Qua’tah - so we want you to experience it – and you can – [...]

Barricades Are Being Put Out In Lafayette In Preparation Of Mardi Gras Parades

Chris Reed — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 14:28:43 +0000

With the first Mardi Gras parade just days away in Lafayette, the Lafayette Consolidated Government Public Works Department will begin putting out the barricades along the parade route today. The crew will start putting out the barricades this morning at the beginning of the parade route in downtown Lafayette and then makes it way through [...]

Make Your Signs & Look For Hot 107.9 In The Lafayette Independent Mardi Gras Parade

Chris Reed — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 17:40:32 +0000

We are making final preparations for the upcoming Mardi Gras season in Lafayette, and we will be looking for YOU on Mardi Gras day. The Hot Crew will once again be in the Lafayette Independent Mardi Gras parade on Fat Tuesday, and we want to see you and your signs. One way to capture our [...]

Naming Rights To The Cajundome Are Up For Grabs

Chris Reed — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 21:37:36 +0000

It has been the home to basketball games, concerts, wrestling events, hockey games, monster truck shows, and more…Its the Lafayette Cajundome!!! However, the venue that has been open since 1985 needs a new name…for at least five days that this. The management at the Cajun Dome is auctioning off the name of the venue for [...]

Krewe de Bayou Mardi Gras Ball [PHOTOS]

Jen — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 22:18:56 +0000

The Krewe de Bayou Mardi Gras Ball got it’s kick of this Saturday in a big way. Check out all of the pictures after the jump! Special thanks to Mrjokensons Films for taking the great photos.If you want higher resolution versions of any of these photos, contact Kent Sonnier with Mrjokenson Films, LLC. at 337-308-6042. [...]

Lafayette and Acadiana Mardi Gras Parade, Ball, Event Schedule for 2013

Townsquare Media — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 17:47:59 +0000

If you're looking for events related to Mardi Gras 2013, check this list as we will update with information as we get it.

Was Ryan Gosling Really In Lafayette For Mardi Gras? [PHOTOS]

DJ Digital — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 05:55:55 +0000

Every year, the Mardi Gras holiday brings beads, festivals and revelry to Acadiana, but did this year bring a certain heartthrob to our area? The parade route was buzzing with rumors that Ryan Gosling was aboard one of the floats in the Independent Parade

Mardi Gras In One Sentence

Sam Stokes — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:35:12 +0000

It's funny to think that while we are mid swing in our Mardi Gras celebration, most of the country is plugging away at another regular old work week. Growing up in South Louisiana it is sometimes hard to imagine life with out Mardi Gras, but for most of the country this is the sad reality.

Soul Express Takes Over Downtown Lafayette With A "Second Line" Style Show [VIDEO]

Chris Reed — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 13:41:48 +0000

On any average Sunday night, Downtown Lafayette is usually quiet and recovering from the partying over the weekend. However, with Mardi Gras weekend upon us, Jefferson Street had no chance to rest this past Sunday night. The Greenroom in downtown Lafayette hosted it's annual masquerade ball and this year the brass band Soul Express took to the streets of the entertainment district.

Mardi Gras Dos & Don'ts For First Timers

Sam Stokes — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 15:02:48 +0000

Mardi Gras is fast approaching and soon guest bedrooms and couches will be filled with out-of-town friends and family looking to enjoy the festival season. In order to ensure these first timers have just as good a time as long time Mardi Gras veterans, here are a few dos and don'ts to pass along.

Mardi Gras 2012 Schedule Of Events

Sam Stokes — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:22:33 +0000

(Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images) It's carnival time again! All over Acadiana, preparations are taking place to celebrate Mardi Gras 2012. From the Mardi Gras Balls to the parades, here's a list of what's going on and when here in Acadiana for Mardi Gras 2012. (UPDATE – Youngsville Parade scheduled for Saturday, February 18th has [...]

The Courir De Mardi Gras Vs Traditional City Mardi Gras [VIDEO]

Chris Reed — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 00:36:27 +0000

As we enter into Mardi Gras weekend in South Louisiana, we often remind ourselves of the two different type Mardi Gras celebrations in Acadiana and in South Louisiana. In the smaller communities of Acadiana, the Courir De Mardi Gras is the choice of celebration when it comes to Mardi Gras celebrations. However, in the larger cities like Lafayette and New Orleans Mardi Gras does NOT resemble the Courir De Mardi Gras. If you have ever attended the two separate celebrations, you know that Mardi Gras is different in the countryside than it is in the city.

You Know You Are A Lafayette Mardi Gras Veteran If …

Sam Stokes — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 21:28:46 +0000

For long time South Louisiana residents, surviving the Mardi Gras marathon has become an art form. It takes talent, experience, and street smarts. Here are a few ways to tell that you've got what it takes to call yourself a Mardi Gras veteran.

Acadiana's Parade Rundown For Saturday – Feb. 11

Sam Stokes — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 20:03:00 +0000

Okay Acadiana, you've been been patient long enough. It's all about to get started. Just a few more hours left before the streets of Lafayette transform into festival ground zero.

Five Accessories Only Acceptable During Mardi Gras

Sam Stokes — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 22:02:37 +0000

Mardi Gras is a celebration of decadence. It is a holiday of fun, excitement, and individuality. During Mardi Gras, social norms fly out the window and a laissez faire attitude prevails just about everywhere.

Are You Ready For Mardi Gras?

Sam Stokes — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 22:10:01 +0000

You can almost smell the king cake in the air. It's early spring in Acadiana and for just about everyone, this means one thing; Mardi Gras.

Mardi Gras ? Yep, There's An App For Dat!

Chris Logan — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 20:53:34 +0000

Everything you need for Mardi Gras 2012 in Lafayette!! From Parade schedules, bands at Le Festival de Mardi Gras to GPS Parade Tracking, check out the "Lafayette Mardi Gras" app!

Who Has The Best King Cake In Lafayette? [POLL]

Chris Reed — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 23:05:08 +0000

There is always something special about this time year when you walk into your favorite grocery store or bakery. Whether its just their presence or the aroma of king cakes, the visit to any establishment that carries them is always a tad bit special at this time of the year.