LAFAYETTE, La. (KMDL-FM) - We are officially into it -- Mardi Gras season in Louisiana! This year, Mardi Gras Day is on February 17, 2026.

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What to Expect This Mardi Gras Season

It is now time to enjoy king cakes, Mardi Gras balls, chicken runs, and all that is the revelry of the season.

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Of course, one of the biggest celebrations of carnival season is the Mardi Gras parades in and around Acadiana. We all have our favorites, and you and the family can get out and catch as many as you can.

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2026 Mardi Gras Parade Schedule by Parish

To help you in that endeavor, here is the 2026 Mardi Gras parade schedule for Acadiana, listed parish by parish.

Here Is the 2026 Mardi Gras Parade Schedule for Acadiana

One of the biggest celebrations of carnival season is the great Mardi Gras parades in and around Acadiana. We all have our favorites and you and and the family can get out and catch as many as you can. To help you in that endeavor, here is the 2026 Mardi Gras parade schedule for Acadiana listed parish by parish.

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