Lady J Huston joined the revellers in the Parade. ~ Photo by Bob and Pat Lindsey.

MARDI GRAS IN OLD TOWN FLORISSANT

Post author:independentnws
Post published:February 19, 2020
Post category:BlackJack / Spanish Lake / City Government / Dining Out / Entertainment / Travel / Events / Ferguson / Florissant / Music / Photography

First Annual Mardi Gras was held and enjoyed on Feb. 15.

Lady J Huston and the 2nd Line Brass Band on the stage at the Old Town Partners’ Mardi Gras Party. ~ Photo by Bob and Pat Lindsey.

Florissant Old Town Partners Presented “Mardi Gras Prom Party Fleurisant Style” on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2020, and a fun time was had at this adults only event. More than 100 people came to Florissant’s first Mardi Gras, which was held at the Florissant Civic Center.

Cocktails, including New Orleans themed ones, were served to start the evening. Dinner, which including New Orleans fare, such as Cajun Chicken Pasta, Gumbo, Red Beans and Rice, and King Cake, followed. The ticket prices were all inclusive for drinks, food, and entertainment.

The trombone and banjo players of Lady J Huston and the 2nd Line Brass Band. ~ Photo by Bob and Pat Lindsey.

From 8:00 – 8:30 pm, dance music was provided by M. G. DJ Service, after which Lady J Huston and the 2nd Line Brass Band took the stage. A New Orleans style parade with traditional costumes, umbrellas, followed Lady Hudson and the 2nd Line Brass Band around the gym to the tune of “When the Saints Go Marching In.”

In addition to raffles and a 50/50 drawing, cash prizes for guest were also awarded. Prom King and Queen – Best Dressed Couple won $50, and the best Dressed Individual won $25.

The New Orleans-style Parade on the dance floor. ~ Photo by Bob and Pat Lindsey.

The Event Sponsor was Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers – Florissant. Carnival Sponsors were Amore pizza, Beacon Vitual Assistants, and Kling Kamera Booth. Royal Court Sponsor was Dogs on Duty.