MARDI GRAS SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

The city of Lake Charles hosts the^2nd largest Mardi Gras carnival in Louisiana. More than sixty krewes take part in the festivities during the big Krewe of Krewes parade on Mardi Gras day. Don't miss a visit to one of the city's bakeries, restaurants and other businesses that offer the delicious King Cake. You can also visit the Mardi Gras Museum of Imperial Calcasieu.