Lafayette Mardi Gras Festival, Inc.

Lafayette Mardi Gras Festival, Inc. Lafayette Mardi Gras Festival, Inc. was organized in 1958 and is Lafayette's oldest African-American Mardi Gras Krewe. The Lafayette Mardi Gras Festival, Inc.

was established in 1958 by a group of civic-minded African American citizens of the Freetown area of Lafayette, LA. The group was formed with the main purpose of "perpetuation of one of Louisiana's oldest and most cherished traditions, The Mardi Gras." The name of the organization was chosen to identify the city of origin and the Creole influence of this civic group. During over 50 years of existe

nce, Lafayette Mardi Gras Festival, Inc. has presented an annual pageant and ball featuring King Toussaint L'Ouverture and his queen, Suzanne Simonne'. The royal couple reigns over an annual parade held on Mardi Gras Day. The pageant/ball is held on the Saturday 18 days prior to Mardi Gras day and is attended by over 1000 guests. Parade attendance is estimated at near 100,000 each year. started with a group of less than 20 members and has maintained a membership near that number. The fact that such a small band of members is able to produce and present these festivities each year is truly an amazing feat. We are only able to continue to provide the same level of arts and cultural activities with the support of community sponsors and partners. If you are interested in joining LMGF in our efforts to continue the Mardi Gras tradition, please contact us through messaging. Thank you.

๐ŸŒธ Happy Motherโ€™s Day from Lafayette Mardi Gras Festival, Inc. ๐ŸŒธToday, we celebrate the incredible women who give uncondi...
05/10/2026

๐ŸŒธ Happy Motherโ€™s Day from Lafayette Mardi Gras Festival, Inc. ๐ŸŒธ

Today, we celebrate the incredible women who give unconditional love, endless support, strength, and guidance every single day. Mothers are the heart of our families and the foundation of our communities. ๐Ÿ’

To every mother, grandmother, bonus mom, auntie, and mother figure โ€” thank you for the sacrifices you make, the love you pour into others, and the light you bring into this world.

We honor you today and every day. May your day be filled with love, joy, peace, and appreciation because you deserve it all. ๐Ÿ’–

Happy Motherโ€™s Day! ๐ŸŒทโœจ

HAPPY BIRTHDAY  to LMGF member, Chastity Renee Sterling!
05/07/2026

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to LMGF member, Chastity Renee Sterling!

Leadership is not easy.  Continuing a legacy in a community is not for the faint of heart..but you show up and show out ...
04/29/2026

Leadership is not easy. Continuing a legacy in a community is not for the faint of heart..but you show up and show out for everything and everyone you touch! Enjoy your birthday President Babineaux!

๐ŸŽญ Good Evening Everyone! ๐ŸŽญAre you interested in becoming a part of something bigger in our community? The Lafayette Mard...
04/13/2026

๐ŸŽญ Good Evening Everyone! ๐ŸŽญ

Are you interested in becoming a part of something bigger in our community? The Lafayette Mardi Gras Festival, Inc. Organizers are looking for individuals who are passionate, dedicated, and ready to help us continue building unforgettable experiences!

We are now accepting membership interest surveys for a possible upcoming intake. If youโ€™ve ever wanted to be behind the scenes of one of the most exciting traditions in Lafayette, this is your opportunity!

๐Ÿ‘‰ Complete the interest form here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScZnWu0Lbub2t_OLpfLbzQRZy_HBOA5Oi22l-Kui7wGb-tF2w/viewform

๐Ÿ“… Deadline to submit: May 1st

Please share this post and help us spread the word. Weโ€™re looking forward to welcoming new energy and ideas into our organization!

Thank you for your interest in becoming a member of Lafayette Mardi Gras Festival, Inc. Please complete the information below. This will help us learn more about you and how youโ€™d like to contribute.

๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽˆ Help us wish a very Happy Birthday to one of our members Vee Vee! ๐ŸŽˆ๐ŸŽ‰From the moment you joined the Lafayette Mardi Gr...
04/10/2026

๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽˆ Help us wish a very Happy Birthday to one of our members Vee Vee! ๐ŸŽˆ๐ŸŽ‰

From the moment you joined the Lafayette Mardi Gras Fest family, youโ€™ve already made an impactโ€”and weโ€™re so glad youโ€™re here! Today is all about celebrating YOU and the great energy you bring to our organization.

We hope your birthday is filled with love, laughter, and plenty of good times. Hereโ€™s to many more memories, milestones, and celebrations together!

Enjoy your day to the fullest! ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿ’š

04/05/2026

๐Ÿฃ๐ŸŒธ Happy Easter from Lafayette Mardi Gras Festival! ๐ŸŒธ๐Ÿฃ

Today, we celebrate new beginnings, joy, and the spirit of togetherness. Just like the vibrant energy of Mardi Gras season, Easter reminds us to embrace hope, love, and community.

May your day be filled with laughter, family, and plenty of sweet moments! ๐Ÿฐ๐Ÿ’

๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽญ Happy Birthday to our Vice President Tyrone Alexander๐ŸŽญ๐ŸŽ‰Today we celebrate not only your birthday, but your leadership...
04/03/2026

๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽญ Happy Birthday to our Vice President Tyrone Alexander๐ŸŽญ๐ŸŽ‰

Today we celebrate not only your birthday, but your leadership, vision, and dedication to making Lafayette Mardi Gras Fest something truly special. Your hard work behind the scenes helps bring joy, culture, and unforgettable moments to our entire community.

We appreciate everything you do and the passion you bring each and every day. Wishing you a year filled with continued success, happiness, and many more reasons to celebrate!

Enjoy your dayโ€”you deserve it! ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿ’š

It gives us great pleasure to congratulate former King Toussaint L'Ouverture LXIII, Damion Mitchell, on his graduation f...
03/27/2026

It gives us great pleasure to congratulate former King Toussaint L'Ouverture LXIII, Damion Mitchell, on his graduation from Virginia University of Lynchburg with his Doctorate Degree in Health Care Administration!

Happy Birthday to LMGF Member, Stephanie Alfred.
03/12/2026

Happy Birthday to LMGF Member, Stephanie Alfred.

The Krewe of Excellence Mardi Gras Ball was rescheduled after an arctic blast blanketed Natchitoches with ice and snow i...
03/05/2026

The Krewe of Excellence Mardi Gras Ball was rescheduled after an arctic blast blanketed Natchitoches with ice and snow in January. But there was nothing but warmth as the ball was held on Feb. 28, 2026. Lafayette Mardi Gras Festival, Inc. longtime members, Albert and Nelda Broussard, traveled to bring greetings to KOE's incoming royalty, Queen Lorie Woodard and King Chad Nelson. Congratulations and best wishes to them!

02/28/2026

This season starts now โ€” not on opening day, not at first pitch, but in the work we put in before anyone is watching.

The standard has been set.
Effort is non-negotiable.
Accountability is expected.
And unity is mandatory.

We prepare with purpose.
We compete with discipline.
We finish everything we start.

This season, we carry more than gloves and bats โ€” we carry legacy.

We play for each other.
We play for this program.
And we play for #25.

Her spirit is part of who we are.
Her number lives in our hustle, our toughness, and our refusal to quit.
Every practice. Every inning. Every out.

This is where trust is built.
This is where leaders are made.
This is where Tigers are forged.

Lock in. Buy in.
The work begins now.

๐Ÿฏ๐ŸฅŽ๐Ÿ–ค๐Ÿ’™

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P. O. Box 91154
Lafayette, LA
70509

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