Some Mardi Gras events and parades are changing due to predicted weather. If you would like to add your event changes to the list, email news@katctv.com.
ACADIA PARISH
- Carnival D' Acadie has changed the parade time and route to 10 am at 717 W. Mill Street. Live entertainment will be moved to the Tony Robicheaux Sports Complex (Rice Festival Building.)
LAFAYETTE PARISH
- King Gabriel's Parade will now roll at 9 am instead of 10 am.
- Lafayette Mardi Gras Festival Parade, originally planned to roll at 1 pm will now roll at 10 am.
From Lafayette Police: Due to forecasted high winds exceeding 50 mph, the King Gabriel parade will now begin at 9:00 AM, followed immediately by the Lafayette Mardi Gras Festival parade. The Independent Parade is cancelled. Road closures will begin earlier than scheduled, at 8:30 AM. Due to the high wind advisory, spectators are urged not to erect tents or canopies, as they pose a significant risk of becoming airborne and causing damage or injury. Please exercise caution regarding flying debris and unsecured lightweight objects such as signs, banners, and flags. The National Weather Service is actively monitoring the situation. For the latest updates, please refer to our Facebook page.
- Le Festival de Mardi Gras at Cajun Field is canceled Mardi Gras day, March 4, 2025, due to expected weather. The Festival is open Lundi Gras, Monday, March 3, 2025. Music lineup: Ory Veillon Music, Coteaugroveproject and Wayne Toups!
VERMILION PARISH
- The Krewe Chic-a-la-pie Parade in Kaplan Fat Tuesday is being pushed up because of predicted inclement weather. Initially scheduled for 2 pm, it is now rolling at 11 am on Mardi Gras Day. Kaplan Police say roads will be shut down at 9 a.m.
