Mande Kings Day Parade & Festival
Saturday, January 11 at 2 p.m
Walking Parade
The Mande Milkshakers walking group heralds the return of Carnival season to the Northshore with a parade and party on the Saturday closest to Twelfth Night (Jan. 6). The procession along the Mandeville lakefront starts at Jackson St. and ends at the Mandeville Trailhead for a free party featuring live music and performances, food and refreshments. The parade and party are free and open to the public. The philanthropic marching group has supported local organizations at hundreds of events, raising thousands for various charities.
Krewe of Eve
Friday, February 21 at 7 p.m.
Float Parade
This popular all-women's krewe founded in 1986 parades through the streets of Mandeville at night with over 400 members in elaborately decorated sweatshirts. The parade includes an annual competition of local and out-of-state marching bands, dozens of floats and lots of throws for a fun family night. Starts near the junction of Hwy 22 and US 190 and follows W. Causeway Approach above Monroe St., crosses 190 and ends on E. Causeway Appr.
Children's Museum of St. Tammany Kids Krewe
Monday, March 3 at 11 a.m.
Walking Parade
It's a Lundi Gras for the kiddos at Mandeville's beautiful Pelican Park! Free to spectators, fee per wagon to participate.
Located at 813 Florida St., Suite A, the Children's Museum's mission is to inspire children to explore in an interactive learning environment that focuses on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math), to CREATE through the Arts. The Children’s Museum of St. Tammany envisions a community where play is encouraged, creativity is nurtured, and learning is enjoyed by all children.
Krewe du Pooch
Saturday, March 15 at 12 p.m.
Walking Parade
Closing Carnival season on the Northshore is Krewe du Pooch, a pup parade along the Mandeville lakefront that features costumed dogs and their humans competing for prizes, music, pet adoptions with local rescue groups, food and drinks, and fun activities for the whole family. Dozens of nonprofits, rescue organizations and vendors will exhibit, helping to raise awareness and critical funding for local and regional animal welfare organizations. Founded in 2020, the parade is sponsored by the City of Mandeville and Old Mandeville Business Association.
