Events

Laissez les bons temps rouler! Alexandria Zoo is rolling out the purple, green, and gold for a family-friendly Mardi Gras Party. Indulge in complimentary king cake courtesy of Atwood’s Bakery and get your groove on with live zydeco and pop music by The LaCour Trio. Show off your Mardi Gras decorating skills by decking out […]

Kick off the weekend with a zydeco band dance party on the river! Enjoy live music, indulge in delicious eats from food trucks, and explore a variety of local vendors. This is the perfect way to celebrate a courir de Mardi Gras in true Louisiana fashion.

Join the fun and festivities at the Alexandria Mardi Gras Association’s Children’s Parade! This family-friendly parade is a beloved tradition, featuring creative floats, lively music, and smiling faces as children and their families ride through the heart of Alexandria. Perfect for kids of all ages, the parade offers a safe, fun-filled celebration of Mardi Gras

Join us for an evening filled with incredible food, lively music, and the spirit of Mardi Gras! Click here for tickets. The Louisiana Restaurant Association proudly presents the 30th Annual Taste of Mardi Gras event, taking place at the picturesque Randolph Riverfront Center in Cenla. This unforgettable evening is a celebration of Louisiana’s rich culinary

The Classic Cars and Cheerleaders Parade will kick off Alexandria’s family-oriented Mardi Gras weekend. The Classic Cars and Cheerleaders follows the same route as the Children’s Parade in downtown Alexandria. It features classic cars paired with cheerleaders from schools and cheer/dance teams in Central Louisiana. Route: Downtown Alexandria – Murray – Fifth Street – Jackson –

“If they don’t give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair.” – Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm In honor of Black History Month, join us for and impactful evening with good food and meaningful conversation at “The Folding Chair: Diversity Dinner and Dialogue Experience.” Hosted by Attorney Ingrid F. Johnson, featuring catering from Dat

This Black History Month art project was inspired by the women of Gee’s Bend, who live in a small and remote black community in Alabama. When the women of this small town began quilting in the 19th century, it arose only from a physical need for warmth. However, over the years they have been credited

Learn all about the rocks you love to collect! We will be bringing stones that you can touch and feel yourself and talk about the ways that they are formed.

Unlock your tech potential with Basic Computer Training class. Every other Wednesday, you will gain confidence and create personal and professional possibilities with new or improved computer skills. This is 1-on-1 tutoring for any basic level computer skills questions you have, such as sending a text, using a mouse and keyboard, etc. For more specific

Unleash your creativity at our self-guided, DIY Mardi Gras mask decorating evening! Get ready to transform a paper Mache mask into a mesmerizing masterpiece using vibrant paints, feathers, sequins, jewels, and ribbons. This class is appropriate for children ages 8 and up, making it a fantastic family-friendly activity. Additionally, includes 2 alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages