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The Krewe of Aesclepius Mardi Gras Upstate Party 2013 [PICS]

Bristol — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 22:23:48 +0000

Last night, following their children's parade at Pierre Bossier Mall, the Krewe of Aesclepius hosted the annual Upstate Party at their den. All of the area krewes are invited to attend this last hurrah to the Mardi Gras season before the final closing ceremonies with Father Provenza on the Texas Street Bridge.

Watch Mardi Gras in New Orleans Happen in Real Time

Justin Massoud — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:02:04 +0000

There’s nothing quite like Mardi Gras in New Orleans. Just ask anyone who’s partied on Bourbon Street during Fat Tuesday. Thanks to the magic of technology, you don’t have to just be there in spirit. Cameras set up around New Orleans are streaming all the revelry right now! You can check out live camera footage [...]

Krewe of Aesclepius Children's Parade, Route and Times Fat Tuesday

Bristol — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 22:25:49 +0000

Mardi Gras is sadly coming to a close in the Ark-La-Tex tomorrow with the arrival of Fat Tuesday, but that doesn't mean the fun has come to an end! The Krewe of Aesclepius is hosting their annual children's parade at 7pm at Pierre Bossier Mall.

Erin McCarty's Trip to the Drag Show

Robert and Erin — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 13:46:51 +0000

It was a first for me -- a drag show right here in Shreveport! After a day of partying at the Gemini parade, I went to Central Station to see the midnight show. It's amazing to see all the work these guys do to transform themselves into women.

Erin McCarty's Mardi Gras Revelry at Gemini and Highland Parades

Robert and Erin — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 13:20:58 +0000

My weekend was full of so much fun with some of my best friends. Saturday, we set up our little tent and grill on East Kings right by the duck pond. Victoria was our chef for the day and she got marriage proposals for her grilled chicken. It was magnificent. Leslie made a Jack Daniels [...]

The Krewe of Gemini is Set to Roll This Saturday

Bristol — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 19:46:09 +0000

With the Krewe of Gemini set to roll tomorrow in Shreveport, Bill Goodin with the Shreveport Police Department has some helpful hints and reminders on Mardi Gras etiquette! The Krewe of Gemini’s Mardi Gras Parade is set to roll out at 4:30 p.m. on February 9, 2013 and the Shreveport Police Department would like to [...]

Huzzah! The Krewe of Highland Rolls This Weekend! [AUDIO/VIDEO]

Bristol — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 21:37:05 +0000

I had an absolute blast with Krewe of Highland Captain LeVette Fuller in studio yesterday. The fun we had just cemented my impression of Highland; wherever their krewe goes, good times ensue! The Krewe of Highland Grand Bal is tomorrow night (Friday) at the Randall T. Moore Center in Shreveport. LeVette assures me tickets are [...]

Erin McCarty Rides Again In Krewe of Highland Parade

Robert and Erin — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 12:15:44 +0000

After this past weekend’s stellar representation of 96.5 KVKI and ‘The Robert & Erin Morning Show’ at the Krewe of Centaur Parade, Erin McCarty climbs back up on the award winning Viking ship float this Sunday for the highly popular, fun and somewhat zany, Krewe of Highland Parade. Chatting with Robert and Erin Wednesday morning, [...]

5 Awesome Mardi Gras Masks You Would Love to Wear to the Parade

Danny Fox — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:34:34 +0000

The Krewe of Highland parade is on the way this Sunday and we’re sure these 5 awesome mardi gras masks are something you would love to wear to the parade. A member of the Half Fast Walkers. A member of the Half Fast Walkers wears a mask on Fat Tuesday during Mardi Gras celebrations. Another [...]

When Is Mardi Gras 2013 in Shreveport-Bossier?

Justin Massoud — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 22:01:25 +0000

Though we in Shreveport-Bossier like to think every day is Mardi Gras, in reality the end of the 2013 Mardi Gras season falls on one specific day that changes every year. In 2013, Fat Tuesday falls on February 12. That leaves Shreveport and Bossier City with one more week full of fun, festivities and some [...]

Krewe of Highland Parade 2013 – Feb 10, 2PM

Danny Fox — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 17:57:33 +0000

The Krewe of Highland Parade is set in Shreveport’s historic Highland neighborhood area. It features lots of unique floats, many of them are homemade. There’s also unusual throws like hot dogs from the Krewe of Bar-B-Q, moon pies, and thousands of beads. After the parade, there will be the Carnival de Columbia in Columbia Park, [...]

The Krewe of Barkus and Meoux Pet Parade 2013 [PICS]

Bristol — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 23:24:01 +0000

Believe it or not, yesterday was my first time at the Krewe of Barkus and Meoux Pet Parade and I was delighted! There were tons of vendors and pet organizations along with children's activities and a LOT of pets. Pets big and small descended upon Riverview Park under sunny skies and

The Krewe of Atlas Grand Bal V [PICS]

Bristol — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 22:45:26 +0000

Ok, so maybe I’m biased, but the Krewe of Atlas Grand Bal V this past Friday at DiamondJacks was pretty frickin’ fabulous! It’s a milestone year for the krewe and they didn’t disappoint! The costumes were amazing with each having a ‘tie’ if you will back to the year the royalty represented. Queen Lea Ann [...]

The Krewe of Centaur Rode Proud at Saturday's Mardi Gras Parade in Shreveport [PHOTOS]

Justin Massoud — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 22:36:20 +0000

The Krewe of Centaur showcased amazing floats, great costumes and no small amount of Mardi Gras beads at their annual Mardi Gras parade in Shreveport this past Saturday (February 2). We were lucky enough to have the chance to ride in our own Townsquare Media Shreveport float during the event, taking in the sights and sounds of the estimated 200,000 people who showed up to party.

Check out all the great photos we took during the parade and let us know if you see yourself in any of them!

Krewe of Gemini 2013 Mardi Gras Parade Route

Danny Fox — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 19:45:14 +0000

Masked revelers on floats, marchers, and horseback riders respond to the age old cry “Throw me something, Mister!” by tossing beads, toys, and trinkets. Doubloons are coins of no monetary value, minted for the Krewe and collected by many. Parade Route The Krewe of Gemini parade XXIII will be held at 4:30 p.m., Saturday, February [...]

Erin McCarty's Mardi Gras Day as a Viking

Robert and Erin — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 12:50:45 +0000

The Krewe of Centaur Parade was spectacular. I was thrilled to be a member of the “Victory or Valhalla” Float. Some of my dear friends invited me to join with them this year for this spectacular day. Our float was sponsored by Albertsons, so we had quite a spread set up for us at the [...]

Erin McCarty's Mardi Gras Adventure with the Krewe of Centaur

Robert and Erin — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 02:14:58 +0000

KVKI’s Erin McCarty had ridden in a number of Mardi Gras parades before, but nothing quite like her ride in this year’s Krewe of Centaur parade Saturday. The first text I got from Erin came about 2 p.m. and it said ‘what an amazing day.’ The last one came around 8 at night when she [...]

8 Awesome Mardi Gras Costumes

Danny Fox — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 19:57:59 +0000

Everything about a Mardi Gras parade is fun, but one of the best things is the awesome costumes that are worn. Check out these 8 awesome Mardi Gras costumes! 1 Stitches Mouth A costumed reveler in the historic French Quarter on 2012 Mardi Gras Day on February 21, 2012 in New Orleans, Louisiana. [...]

5 Awesome Mardi Gras Floats

Danny Fox — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 18:07:37 +0000

Throw me something mister! We’re sure you’ll be at one of the big Mardi Gras Parades in Shreveport such as the Krewe of Centaur Parade that starts at 4:30 pm tomorrow. While you wait for parade time check out these 5 awesome Mardi Gras floats from some of the parades in New Orleans. Skip Bolen/Getty [...]

Mardi Gras Tips from City of Shreveport

Robert and Erin — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 12:39:17 +0000

Shreveport has sent out a list of guidelines for the big parades this year. The Clyde Fant Parkway will close at about 7 tonight until 7 in the morning. You are not allowed to stake off or reserve any public areas along the parade route until after 7am on Saturday. No pets are allowed within [...]