You're invited to Centenary's Mardi Gras party
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – A staple of the Highland community will host a party for the Krewe of Highland Parade attendees.
As part of a year-long bicentennial celebration, Centenary College is throwing a Neighborhood Mardi Gras Celebration on Sunday, March 2. They invite the community to join the fun as the Krewe of Highland rolls by the campus.
Bleachers will be placed along the route across the street from the Meadows Museum. Free Mardi Gras-themed popcorn will be provided for those in attendance, and local food trucks The Cajun Asian, Joe's 2 Geaux, and Taqueria Flores will satisfy foodie cravings as parade-goers await Highland.
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The parade rolls at 2 p.m. near the Gilbert and Gregg Streets intersection and winds through the Highland neighborhood. Centenary is closer to the parade's end, but party refreshments and food trucks will be ready to serve before 1 p.m.
Please note street closures and parade routes to ensure you don't miss out on this fun culmination of Mardi Gras in Shreveport.
The bleachers are family-friendly seating, and no alcohol will be allowed in that seating area.
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