attend the parade

(and party)

The parade begins at 1 pm at FAVE and ends around 1:30/1:45 at The Imperial.

The party starts at The Imperial right after the parade and runs until dark.

While we have food, drink, and other vendors selling at the after party, watching the parade and attending the after party is always free.

The largest spectator crowds usually congregate around Harmony Park, but we encourage you to find a spot anywhere along the parade route (at right). Bring camp chairs or picnic blankets, and get ready to catch throws!

It’s free!

Parade route

Pro tips

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    Bring a big bag for all the throws you’ll catch.

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    There are porto-potties at the beginning of the parade route at FAVE and at the parade after party site behind The Imperial.

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    We parade rain or shine (unless it’s really, really bad), so bring your jackets, umbrellas, rain boots, sandals, or whatever else you’ll need for our fickle Atlanta weather.

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    We have food for sale at the after party. In past years we have hotdog kids’ meals, beignets, and soft drinks, and The Imperial usually offers gumbo and beer.

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    Parking gets tricky. Street parking is available on side streets off of the parade route. There is no immediate parking at the after party, so prepare to walk or bike!

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    All of our (MRMG) vending tents accept cash and card.

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    We always have a great lineup of live music at the after party. Feel free to bring your camp chairs to sit in.

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    The full parade route is 0.8 miles.

Want to do more than attend?

Become a Supporter

We rely on the generous support of our neighbors and sponsors to bring Mardi Gras magic to Decatur and to raise funds for Decatur Education Foundation. This year we are encouraging families to show their support by becoming a Lagniappe Family Supporter. Lagniappe (lan-yap) is a creole word meaning a small gift or a little something extra.

When you become a family supporter you will receive this year’s parade shirt, a supporter yard sign, and this year’s parade throw.

Still have Questions?