21-05-2025
41st Annual Mudbug Madness set to return to Shreveport Memorial Day Weekend
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS)- Get ready to pinch, peel, and party! The 41st Annual Mudbug Madness Festival is set to take over Festival Plaza in downtown Shreveport from May 23-25, 2025.
The festival runs daily from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., with free admission before 5 p.m. on Friday. General admission is $10 per day, but military veterans, their spouses, and children 12 and under get in free. Mudbug Madness promises a weekend filled with delicious crawfish, live music, family fun, and cultural celebrations.
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What began as a small crawfish boil in 1984 has grown into one of the Southeast's premiere Cajun festivals, drawing thousands of visitors each year. Festival goers can enjoy a variety of live performances, arts and crafts vendors, and plenty of Louisiana style food and drink. From spicy mudbugs to zydeco tunes, there's something for everyone.
This year's festival is sponsored by Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO), and the festivities promise to be bigger and better than ever. Admission is free during certain hours and tickets can be purchased online for extended access.
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