New Mardi Gras Store Set To Open in Lake Charles

Lake Charles, Louisiana (KNGT-FM) - Mardi Gras is right around the corner, and it's never too early to start buying some of your Mardi Gras swag. Whether that's clothing, masks, home decor, beads, or whatever it is, you might want to get a start so you're not scurrying at the last minute.

We got some great news here in Southwest Louisiana over the last few days: we're getting a BRAND NEW Mardi Gras store right here in Lake Charles! Exciting, right? We've got everything you need to know about what they have to offer, location, opening date, and so much more.

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Strange Things People Throw at Mardi Gras Parades in Louisiana

The funniest part about Mardi Gras parades is you never really know what you might see, or catch, for that matter. A while back, we asked some of our listeners what some of the weirdest things they had ever caught at a Mardi Gras parade, and their answers were hilarious...

• Ramen Noodles
• Womens Undergarments
• Twinkies
• Ketchup Packets
• Used teddy bears
• Candy Cigarettes
• Plastic Silverware
• Empty Beer cans

READ THE FULL LIST: Stranger Things Thrown At Mardi Gras Parades In Louisiana

Mardi Gras will be here before we know it this year. Mardi Gras is a bit earlier than usual this year and is set to take place on February 17th, which means balls and events are going to be getting underway pretty soon.

Mardi Gras World-Lake Charles Set To Open December 30th, 2025

We are FINALLY getting the much-anticipated opening of Mardi Gras World here in Lake Charles! The store opens Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. and is located at 2902 Ryan Street, next to Market Basket.

The shop will offer Mardi Gras clothing, masks, beads, hair bows, shoes, leg warmers, and parade-ready outfits for all ages. Clothing sizes will range from 6 months to 5XL in select styles.