Mardi Gras Twelfth Night Celebration

The exciting Mardi Gras season kicks off with the annual Twelfth Night Celebration, as last year's royal courts of more than sixty krewes usher in the New Year in style with their extraordinary and intricate costumes. This affair marks the start of Southwest Louisiana's Mardi Gras, which includes everything from parades and galas to chicken runs and zydeco. Don't forget to check for the baby in your king cake for your chance to win prizes from local merchants! 7 pm. $7 in advance; $8 at the door. visitlakecharles.org.