Mardi Gras in Baton Rouge: 2025 parade schedule and routes

It’s every Louisianians favorite time of the year: Mardi Gras. Baton Rouge is getting ready for parade season as February nears. Here is a list of some, but not all, festivities to look forward to.
Feb. 15: Krewe of Oshun
The fifth annual Krewe of Oshun starts at 12 p.m. on Feb. 15 at 3200 Harding Blvd, Baton Rouge. The parade goes on until 2 p.m. and the festival goes on until 5 p.m., including music, food and more.

For a video of 2024’s Krewe of Oshun click here. For sign-up information and more information about the parade, click here.
Feb. 16: Mystic Krewe of Mutts
The Capital Area Animal Welfare Society will host the Mystic Krewe of Mutts and Bark in the Park on Feb. 16. This is the organization’s biggest fundraiser with 100% of the proceeds going towards their spay and neuter programs. Anyone can register to walk their dog in the parade and enter their dog for a costume contest.

Here is what the day looks like: Bark in the Park will go on from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the North Boulevard Time Square. At 11 a.m., the Baton Rouge Police Department will give a K-9 demonstration at the Galvez Plaza stage. Right after, from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m., the Dog Costume Contest will take place at the same location. From 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., parade line up will go on along North Boulevard.

The parade will roll from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.. The After Pawty with a live band will go on from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Galvez Plaza stage. For more information and to register for the events, check out their website here.
Feb. 21: Krewe of Artemis
Baton Rouge’s first and only all female parading Mardi Gras Krewe will take on their parade route at 7 p.m. on Feb. 21. The parade will start and end in downtown Baton Rouge. More information will be released on their website in the weeks leading up to the festivities.

During the 2024 Krewe of Artemis parade, revelers were greeted by themed throws such as the Krewe’s signature high heel shoe, beads, footballs and more.

For more information or to apply as a member, check out their website here.
Feb. 22: Krewe of Mystique de la Capitale
Krewe of Mystique de la Capitale is one of the longest running parades in Baton Rouge. This daytime parade does not currently have any updates on their 2025 sche

ule and parade routes, so stay updated on their website here.
Feb. 22: Krewe of Orion
The 26th annual Krewe of Orion Mardi Gras parade will start at 6:30 p.m. in downtown Baton Rouge on Feb. 22.

Those in the crowd have the opportunity to catch signature Krewe of Orion footballs, lighted throws and beads. The family oriented parade will feature marching bands, dance groups and more to entertain everyone. The Krewe is actively looking for more male members that are 21-years-old or older.

For more information to to register as a member, check out their website here.
Feb. 23: Mid-City Gras
This completely volunteer-run parade will take place down North Boulevard at 1 p.m. This year’s theme is “Squirrels on Film.” The ball will take place a couple of weeks prior on Feb. 8 from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.. For more information, check out their events schedule here.
Feb. 28: Krewe of Southdowns
The Krewe of Southdowns’ 38th annual parade will happen on Feb. 28 at 7 p.m. in the Southdowns neighborhood. Everyone in the family can join in, even pets and children, for this year’s theme: “Safari.” For parade maps and more information, click here.
March 1: Spanish Town
The Society for the Preservation of Lagniappe Louisiana will have their parade in Spanish Town on March 1 at 12 p.m., in downton Baton Rouge. Known for their pink flamingos that they drop in the LSU Lakes, this is the largest Mardi Gras celebration in Baton Rouge. According to their website, the organization has raised over $1.4 million to local charities thanks to their events. For more information, click here.
March 3: Krewe of Shenandoah
The Krewe of Shenandoah’s parade rolls at 6:30 p.m., the start and end point at Tiger Bend Road near Woodlawn Middle School. The Krewe is a non-profit organization dedicated to “bringing goodwill to Shenandoah with the celebration of Mardi Gras.” For more information and the history of Shenandoah, click here.