A traditional Cajun celebration dating back to the 1800's in which costumed revelers and musicians follow a masked rider from house to house seeking ingredients for a gumbo, while performing tricks and antics. Public is invited to join the Courir Du Mardi Gras parade along with Krewe members - ending downtown with a fais do-do (dance). Trophies awarded for most authentic and original costumes. The parade starts at Rosehill, travels down Lakeshore Drive, enters the carnival grounds and exits at West Gate.