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Mardi Gras, Music Legends and More!   

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Mardi Gras season is right around the corner in Shreveport and Bossier City, as well as a number of huge concerts, food events and more. Get an early dose of Carnival season revelry courtesy of the Krewe of Sobek Parade on Saturday, Jan. 19 and the Krewe of Harambee Martin Luther King Jr. Day Mardi Gras Parade on Monday, Jan. 21. Next, get ready to shout "Throw me something, mister!" during huge parades like the Krewe of Centaur Parade, Krewe of Gemini Parade and Krewe of Highland Parade. For a complete list of upcoming Carnival season events, visit www.SBFunGuide.com or download our annual Mardi Gras guide, The Gris Gris Guide to Mardi Gras in Shreveport-Bossier. 

Enter to Win a Mardi Gras Getaway
Visit www.ShreveportMardiGras.com to enter to win a Mardi Gras getaway including accommodations, dining, shopping, and the chance to ride in the Krewe of Highland Mardi Gras Parade on Sunday, March 3. Enter here before midnight on Feb. 3. View the complete contest rules.  
      
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