Calendar of Events

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January 10 – February 25

Biedenharn

Mardi Gras Gown Exhibit

Mardi Gras season is upon us and to celebrate, the Biedenharn is displaying gorgeous Mardi Gras ball gowns of the past! View the gowns and outfits of former Krewe of Janus Queens and Kings until February 25th.

Time: 10 AM - 5 PM

Cost: Adults $7.00. Military/Senior $6.00. Students $4.00.

Address: Biedenharn Museum and Gardens, 2006 Riverside Drive, Monroe

February 4

North Louisiana Makers and Producers Market

North Louisiana Makers and Producers Market is working to bring artisans, makers, crafters, livestock producers, and food producers together in North Louisiana. Located in the parking lot of Paramount Health Care Consultants.

Time: 9 AM – 3 PM

Cost: Free Address: Paramount Health Care Consultants Parking Lot, 1905 North 7th Street, West Monroe Phone: (318) 372-4753

Krewe de Riviere Children's and Pet Parade

Join the Krewe de Riviere for their Second Annual Children's and Pet Parade. Dress up your pet or decorate a cart/wagon for your children.

Time: 10 AM – 11:00 AM

Cost: Free

Address: Monroe Downtown Rivermarket, 316 South Grand Street, Monroe

Mardi Gras Madness

It's Mardi Gras Madness at the Downtown RiverMarket! Live music, mask making stations, food trucks, vendors, and magicians are just a few of the fun things that will be there.

Time: 11 AM– 8 PM

Cost: Free Address: Downtown River Market,

316 South Grand Street, Monroe

Krewe de Riviere Mardi Gras ParadeRolling on the River

Twin Cities Krewe de Riviere is an all inclusive, community based Krewe that will roll on February 4th. This is a full day of events, so join in on the fun!

Time: 5 PM – 10:00 PM

Cost: Free Address: Downtown Monroe and West Monroe Phone: (318) 376-2501

February 10-11

Valentine Cabaret

Join Strauss Theatre Center for the Valentine Cabaret February 10th and 11th at 6:30 PM Enjoy wonderful food, great music, and dancing all night!

Time: 6:30 PM

Cost: $50.00

Address: Strauss Theatre Center, 1300 1/2 Lamy Lane, Monroe Phone: (318) 323-6681

February 11

6th Annual Poor Man's Run and Gumbo Cookoff

The St. Vincent de Paul Community Pharmacy and ULM College of Pharmacy are having their 6th annual Poor Man's Run. The Gumbo Cook-Off takes place after the run, so join in on the fun.

Time: 8 AM – 1 PM Cost: Ticket Prices Vary Address: ULM College of Pharmacy, 1800 Bienville Drive, Monroe Phone: (318) 342-3800

Krewe of Janus Children's Mardi Gras Parade

The cutest Mardi Gras parade is rolling at Pecanland Mall's Center Court. This free event kicks off the day's celebrations with the cutest mini-Mardi Gras floats and even cuter riders. Registration begins at 9:00 AM, line up is at 9:30 AM, and the first 100 participants receive a goody bag!

Time: 10 AM – 11 AM

Cost: Free Address: Pecanland Mall,

4700 Millhaven Road, Monroe Phone: (318) 323-0230

Children's Funday

Children's Funday is back at the Biedenharn Museum and Gardens! This is a craft activity for all children. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Time: 10 AM – 12 PM Cost: $5.00 Per Child. Free for Adult. Address: Biedenharn Museum and Gardens, 2006 Riverside Drive Phone: (318) 387-5281

Krewe of Paws Pet Parade

The Krewe of Paws Pet Parade is back on February 11th! Pets line-up at 100 Block of Commerce Street. Time: 1 PM – 2PM Cost: Free Address: Antique Alley, 100-400 blocks of Trenton Street, West Monroe Phone: (318) 323-0230

Jester Jog Color 5K

Run a portion of the Krewe of Janus Mardi Gras Parade route and back through downtown West Monroe in your Mardi Gras-themed outfits! Participants will gather in Alley Park located on the corner of Trenton and Natchitoches Street. Time: 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM Cost: $35.00 Sign-Up Fee Address: The Corner of Wood & Commerce, West Monroe

Twin Cities' Krewe of Janus Mardi Gras Parade

The Twin Cities Krewe of Janus Mardi Gras parade will celebrate 40 years of Mardi Gras tradition and flavor in the Twin Cities. Time: 6 PM – 10 PM Cost: Free Address: Krewe of Janus Float Den, 901 Louisville Avenue, Monroe Phone: (318) 614-8572

February 14

Valentine's in the Garden

Take a peaceful stroll with your sweetheart through the lovely gardens at the Biedenharn on

Valentine's night! Get a coke float and take a Valentine themed photo. Time: 5 PM – 8 PM

Cost: $5.00

Address: Biedenharn Museum and Gardens, 2006 Riverside Drive, Monroe Phone: (318) 387-5281

February 19

Biedenharn Concert Choir

Listen to melodious serenades while sauntering through the gardens at the Biedenharn. Grambling State University is having a concert choir in the beautiful Emy-Lou Gardens. Time: 4PM – 5 PM Cost: $15.00

Address: Biedenharn Museum and Gardens, 2006 Riverside Drive, Monroe Phone: (318) 387-5281

February 24

Dancing with the Louisiana Stars

Join Louisiana Delta Ballet for their annual Dancing with the Louisiana Stars fundraiser. Local celebrities will be paired up with dancers to compete with a choreographed routine for the championship title. Food will be catered from local restaurants. The crowd can pay to vote for their favorite contestant. Don't miss out on this exciting night!

Time: 7 PM – 10 PM

Address: Monroe Civic Center, 401 Lea Joyner Memorial Expressway, Monroe

Phone: (318) 381-7489